Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 13: ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute has been granted a TRADE MARK for the trademark ‘’Dweep’’ (Reg.no: 6350543; J.No: 2171) on 10.01.2025. The word ‘’Dweep’’ will be tagged with all scientific and technological research and development services related to agricultural technologies, Engineering services for evaluations, estimates, and reports in scientific and technological fields, particularly focusing on agricultural research but not limited to it, technological consultancy services providing expert guidance and advice on agricultural technology specific to island ecosystems, Agricultural research services specializing in developing technologies for Tropical Island Ecosystems, Research services focused on technology advancements and innovations in the agricultural sector, particularly for island nations.
Swachh Bharat Mission Ambassador Naresh Chander Lal Visits Govt. Sec. School Delanipur
Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 13: To Check the cleanliness and sanitation under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Mr. Naresh Chander Lal Padmashri Awardee and Ambassador of Swachh Bharat Mission Andaman & Nicobar Islands , today visited the Govt.Sec. School Delanipur and interacted with the students.
Mr. Lal urged them to maintain cleanliness in their school premises as well as in their respective societies.
He also requested all the students to keep themselves away from harmful substances and encouraged them to keep themselves fit by indulging in sports and games. He also sensitized them on conserving water.
Baby Nazrana vice principal of the school along with Head Master accompanied the SBM Ambassador during the visit.
Medical Camp cum Awareness Programme at Austin -2 village under Mayabunder by ICGS & VKA
Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 13: In celebration of National Youth Day on 12th January, 2025, which honors the birthday of Swami Vivekananda, the Indian Coast Guard Station Mayabunder, in partnership with Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram and the Andaman and Nicobar Police, conducted a Medical Camp and Community Engagement Program at Austin 2 village, Mayabunder. The event was officially inaugurated by Commandant SK Lawrence, the commanding officer of ICGS Mayabunder, along with Mr. Muthukumar, Vice President of Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram, Mr. Ram Kumar Singh, District Secretary of Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram and Dr. Priyanka Iqbal, Medical Officer Ayurveda from Dr. RP Hospital, Mayabunder. During the program, A&N Police representatives ASI Nirmala Kerketta and Head constable Arodi Das educated the participants about the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, emphasizing on POCSO cases and their legal ramifications. The Coast Guard Wives Welfare Association, known as “Tatrakshika,” also contributed to the event by delivering a medical lecture on ‘Women Hygiene’ and distributing First Aid Kits to the villagers. The medical camp served a total of 89 villagers, offering free Ayurvedic and Allopathic medications.
Pariksha Pe Charcha, Organised by District Child Protection Unit South Andaman on10TH & 11TH January 2025 for CCI Children
Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 13: District Child Protection Unit under the District Administration, South Andaman organised two days program on “Pariksha Pe Charcha” on 10th and 11th January 2025 at Balika Niketan, Attam Pahar and Seva Niketan, Dairy Farm respectively for the children of various Child Care Institutions of South Andaman studying in class 10th and 12th and appearing for the Board exams during the current academic year. The aim of the program was to help the children to overcome their stress for examination and to provide guidance on effective preparation and to celebrate the examination.
The Program began with the welcome note by the District Child Protection Officer, South Andaman.
The Resource Person for the Programs was Mrs.. Rita Banerjee, Rtd Principal and Ex- Chairperson, Child Welfare Committee, presently serve as the Principal RGT Vidhyalaya and Mr. Raja Ram, Resource Person from the Department of Education, Siksha Sadan. Mrs. Rita Banerjee in her session provided tips on effective way of preparation and skilful writing of the examination focussing on pre, during and post examination. She also encouraged the children to do meditation to improve concentration and to avoid distraction.
Mr. Raja Ram took a session through power point presentation and interacted with the students through a question box activity by inviting anonymous question from children related to their physical, mental and social health. He has recommended the students with various solutions and options to choose career opportunities in the various streams. He focussed his discussion on the Board Exam Challenges especially before and during examination, management of time and to regulate study schedules and daily routine.
Mr. Sujit Thankachen Chairperson, Child Welfare Committee and Mr. P Rama Chandra Member, Child Welfare Committee encouraged the children and boosted up their morale by sharing their life experience and to cope with the stress of examination. The Committee also encouraged the children to focus in their studies and thereby accomplishing all their dreams and goals.
Altogether 55 children from the various Child Care Institutions participated in the program.
The District Administration ensures to conduct such significant programs and event to do every best possible thing for the children of Child Care Institutions.
Ram Nagar Pradhan Seeks Chief Secretary’s Intervention on Restrictions to Cooperative Work Orders
Rabindranath Biswas
Diglipur, Dec. 24: The Pradhan, Gram Panchayat Ramnagar, Diglipur Shri Mitu Das has raised the issue of the A & N Administration’s restriction on awarding works by the Panchayat to cooperative societies without tender.
Talking to Andaman Sheekha Daily, Mr. Mitu Das said that as per the A & N Administration Secretariat Notification dated 20th January 2012, specifically the A & N Islands GIA to Panchayati Raj Institutions Amendment Rules 2012 clearly states that works may be awarded to co-operative Societies without the call for tender up to Rs. 6 lakhs by the Pradhan.
However, in a letter reportedly received by the Pradhan from the Assistant Engineer, PRIs, dated 9th December 2024, it was reportedly mentioned that according to the minutes of the meeting chaired by the previous Chief Secretary, for the Diglipur Block, it was reportedly advised to dispense with the existing system of awarding works to Cooperative Societies and to initiate tendering for all works, the Pradhan decried.
Taking a great exception to it, the Panchayat is reportedly not in a position to award works to the co-operative societies in the traditional mode of work-order system, and as a result of which, development of the village is at stake, Mr. Das said.
At present the GP Ramnagar has two estimates ready each amounting to Rs. 5,26,187. According to the PRIs guidelines, both works should be awarded to cooperative societies in work order system mode, based on the Roster system, the Pradhan said. However, the Engineering Wing is reportedly currently not agreeing to proceed with the work order mode, the Pradhan alleged.
Amid all this, Shri Mitu Das has written a letter to the Chief Secretary, A & N Administration, Sri Vijaya Puram on 20th December 2024 with the request for the Administrator’s intervention in this matter, as it is reportedly severely affecting the development of villages under GP Ramnagar and the functioning of the Panchayati Raj Institutions, the Pradhan further said.
ADTOI Launches 14th State Chapter in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 12: ADTOI has successfully launched its 14th State Chapter in Andaman & Nicobar Islands on 10th January 2025 at Lemon Tree Hotels, Sri Vijaya Puram in a colourful ceremony attended by Islands dignitaries and stakeholders including ADTOI members from the Islands.
Association Of Domestic Tour Operators Of India Team from the mainland was represented by its President, Mr. Ved Khanna alongwith Mr. Ashish Sehgal, Vice President, Mr. Atul Singh, and Mr. Vinay Ahuja MC Members.
During the launch while addressing the delegates Mr. Ved Khanna, President stated that the Islands is becoming a much sought after destination among the mainland people for holidaying and with the launch of the Chapter ADTOI members from across the country would be promoting the destination more extensively. During the launch the following ADTOI members were nominated to the post of Office Bearers/LEO of the Chapter:
• Mr. M. Vinod, Chairman -Modern Tours & Travels
• Mr. Vivek Singh, Secretary -Andaman World Travels Pvt.Ltd.
• Mr. Mohammed Sajid, Treasurer -Dream Journey Holidays
• Mrs. Bhugneswari. Lady Entrepreneur Officer (LEO) Naveen Travel Make, Garacharma, South Andaman
The Chapter will have coordination with the Island Tourism Authorities for the progressive growth of tourism in the Islands. Also the Chapter will bring more agencies on to their fold to strengthen the base,
Heritage Walk Highlights Andaman’s Rich History Led by Chief Secretary
Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan. 12: The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has been conducting a series of heritage walks in different parts of the city to raise awareness about the history of Andaman.
On Sunday, January 12, 2025, a group of senior officers and civilians, led by Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, Chief Secretary, participated in a special ” Corbyn’s Cove Heritage Walk. ” The walk began at Girls School Junction and passed through Flag Point, Goodwill Estate, Hornbill Resort, ANIIMS Campus, and the Shrine of Allama Fazl-e-Haq Khairabadi, ending at Corbyn’s Cove.
Dr. Pronob Kumar Sircar, a well-known historian, provided detailed historical insights about the visited sites. One interesting fact he shared was that Corbyn’s Cove, as it is known today, was originally South Corbyn’s Cove, named after Henry Fisher Corbyn, the first head of the Andamanese Home in 1860s, while North Corbyn’s Cove was situated near the current North Bay.
The Chief Secretary, concluded the event by stating, “This walk provides a unique opportunity to discover the rich history and heritage of the islands, and we intend to continue organizing such heritage walks in the future for the educational benefit of the public.”
Humane Touch, Bageecha, and Sanjay Meshack, Ex-Councillor, PBMC, Organize Successful ClotheShare Program Benefitting 70-80 Families
Port Blair, January 12: Humane Touch, in collaboration with #Bageecha – an initiative of Denis Giles– and Shri Sanjay Meshack, Ex-Councillor, PBMC, successfully organized a ClotheShare program today at Libra Cottage, Bageecha, Brichgunj Chowk, Prothrapur.
The event, which began at 9:00 am, witnessed an enthusiastic response from the beneficiaries, making it a heartwarming occasion. Nearly 70-80 families benefitted from the initiative, as a variety of good-quality used clothes were distributed free. The beneficiaries, many of whom had traveled from nearby areas, expressed their gratitude to the organizers for this thoughtful endeavor.
The atmosphere at the venue was filled with smiles and a sense of community spirit as families left with bags of clothing to help meet their needs. The event not only highlighted the importance of reusing resources but also reinforced the value of compassion and giving back to society.
Humane Touch and Bageecha, along with Shri Sanjay Meshack, have been consistent in their efforts to extend support to underserved communities in the Municipal areas. The ClotheShare initiative has already reached 26 villages and benefited approximately 13,000 people. Today’s event marked another milestone in their journey of making a difference, ensuring that no one goes without proper clothing.
The organizers have called upon the residents of Port Blair and surrounding areas to contribute to this ongoing program by donating used but usable clothes. Those willing to donate can drop off clothes at designated collection points, including Libra Cottage, Bageecha, and Daya Sagar Hall, Prothrapur.
For further details, donors can contact C Khalid, Convener of ClotheShare, at 9476051525, 9531989199 or 9434288006. Together, through collective efforts, this initiative promises to bring smiles to many more faces in the days to come.
Observance of Special Drug Disposal Fortnight and Destruction of Country’s Largest Seized Drugs by A&N Police Commences from 11th January
Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 12: In a significant move against drug trafficking, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Mr. Amit Shah, chaired a regional conference on “Drug Trafficking and National Security” in New Delhi on 11/01/25. During the event, he launched the Special Drug Disposal Fortnight, reaffirming the nation’s commitment in eradicating the drug menace.
Marking the beginning of this initiative, the Andaman & Nicobar Police commenced the destruction of the country’s largest-ever haul of seized drugs of approximately 6000 kgs of Methamphetamine with an estimated international price of approximately 36000 crores. The disposal process, supervised by Mr. Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal, Director General of Police, A&N Islands, began on 11/01/25 at 1000 hrs under the aegis of a High-Level Drug Disposal Committee chaired by Mrs. Geeta Rani Verma, IGP (L&O/HQ/Intel).
The committee, comprising of Mr. Jitendra Kumar Meena, IPS, SSP (CID) and Mr. Mohd. Irshad Haider, IPS, SP (HQ) and representatives from key agencies such as the A&N Pollution Control Board, Enviro Check (for monitoring emissions), and GB Pant Hospital, initiated the destruction process. This marks the first phase of the systematic disposal process with the drive continuing until the complete disposal of the seized narcotics.
The initiative follows the directives of the Supreme Court of India in Mohanlal vs. Union of India and the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Rules (Seizure, Storage, Sampling, and Disposal), 2022.
This drive underscores the unwavering resolve of the Andaman & Nicobar Police in creating a drug-free society.
The entire process was broadcasted live from Eleven different locations in the Country and was attended by Mr. Chandra Bhushan, IAS, Chief Secretary, Andaman & Nicobar Islands & Mr. Neeraj Bharti, IAS(Secretary, Home) as well. The destruction process was meticulously recorded on video & conducted in strict compliance with all the legal & procedural requirements.
The Union Home Minister in his address, highlighted the significance of this exercise in safeguarding the future of the Nation, reaffirming the government’s commitment for a “Nasha Mukt Bharat”.
DGP Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Sh. H.S. Dhaliwal, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Indian Coast Guard and all other stakeholders for their invaluable support in making this operation and its subsequent disposal a success. This milestone underscores the strength of Islands’s law enforcement framework and its resolve to protect the safety and well-being of its citizens.
Swami Vivekananda Jayanti and National Youth Day Celebrated at Vivekananda Kendra Nagar Palika Vidyalaya, Ranchi Tekri, South Andaman
Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 12: Vivekananda Kendra Nagar Palika Vidyalaya, Ranchi Tekri, celebrated Swami Vivekananda Jayanti and National Youth Day with great fervour on January 12, 2025, at the B R Ambedkar Auditorium, Sri Vijaya Puram with a. The event commenced at 10:00 a.m. with an enthusiastic gathering of students, staff, and dignitaries.
Dr. Avijit Roy, Deputy Director (Health), Directorate of Health Services, A & N Administration, was the chief guest of the celebration and Mr. Ashim Kumar Paul, EE-I (Wks), Municipal Council Sri Vijaya Puram was Guest of honour.
Mrs. Sangita Chander, Headmistress, delivered a warm welcome speech, highlighting the significance of Swami Vivekananda’s teachings and their relevance to youth empowerment. The chief guest in his address praised the school for its efforts in nurturing young minds and organizing meaningful activities to celebrate the legacy of Swami Vivekananda. He encouraged the students to follow the great leader’s principles of self-discipline, dedication, and service to the nation.
Susri Varsha Bujone, Secretary VKV Andamans in her speech, appreciated the cultural performances and emphasized the role of education in shaping a progressive and responsible youth. She commended the school staff and students for their creativity and enthusiasm in organizing such a grand celebration.
Prizes were awarded to the winners of various competitions held earlier in connection with Swami Vivekananda Jayanti and Samarth Bharat Parv during the ceremony. Mrs. Usha Kumari, teacher of VKNPV, was felicitated for her lifetime service, earning heartfelt applause from the audience.
The students presented cultural performances on the theme ‘Awakening the Youth’ including dances, mime, song and skit, showcasing Swami Vivekananda’s ideals and emphasizing the importance of youth in nation-building. Sri R Venugopal, Education Officer VKV Andamans, Mrs.. Maya Sarkar, JE IV(Wks) Municipal Council and many other guests, Alumni, SMC & PTA committee members, Parents and Students witnessed the program.
The program concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Mrs. Aprajita Tripathi, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, staff, students, and parents for making the event a grand success.
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