Car Nicobar, Feb 03: The closing ceremony of the Nicobars District Sports Meet & Multipurpose Residential Camp for ST students (boys & girls under 6-14 years) will be held tomorrow at Bishop John Richardson Stadium, Tamaloo, Car Nicobar at2.45 pm. The Director of Education, Dr. R. Dev Das will be the chief guest on the occasion while Flt. Lt. V.K. Sharma, Education Officer, IAF, Car Nicobar will be the guest of honour. The Secretary (Tribal Council), Shri Martin Luther will be the special guest, a communication received here said.
Home Minister visits Car Nicobar; pays tribute to tsunami victims
Port Blair, Jan 22: The Union Home Minister, Shri P Chidambaram, along with the Lt. Governor, Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Bhopinder Singh, PVSM, AVSM visited Car Nicobar today. On arrival, the Minister visited Tsunami Memorial at Big Lapathy village, where he laid a wreath and paid tribute to the victims of the earthquake and tsunami of December 26, 2004.
Thereafter, the Minister inspected the Car Nicobar Coconut Mission at Small Lapathy village, where large number of people from the village had gathered. The Minister appreciated the efforts of the Administration for introducing new technologies for improvement of agriculture practices by the people for high yielding coconut plants, which is the main source of livelihood of the people of Nicobar islands. The Minister also inspected permanent shelters at Tamaloo village and interacted with the inmates and the residents of the village present on the occasion.
Later, the Minister held meeting with the members of the Tribal Council Car Nicobar in the Community Hall at Perka village, in which he appreciated the courage and resilience of the Nicobarese people in rebuilding their society. The Minister also praised the joint family system being adopted by the Nicobarese and their traditional way of life.
At Raj Niwas, the Union Home Minister met the representatives of fishermen, craftsmen, ex-servicemen from Campbell. The Minister also met the Great Andamanese tribal, working with the Administration and employees of the A&N Administration associated with Jarawa and other tribes.
Later, the Minister held a press conference in the conference hall of Raj Niwas in which all the local media persons of the islands were present.
Chidambaram to distribute Chip Based ID Cards at Prothrapur today
Port Blair, Jan 20: The first tranche of Resident Identity (smart) card (RIC) will be distributed by Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram at a function in Porthrapur village at 2 p.m tomorrow. Mr. Chidambaram is scheduled to arrive at Port Blair tomorrow on a two day visit to A&N Islands. The RIC is a smart card with 64 KB micro processor chip. About 2.56 lakh cards will be distributed to all persons who have completed 18 years of age in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
It had been decided to create a National Population Register (NPR) in the coastal areas of 9 maritime states (Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa and West Bengal) and 4 UTs (Andaman & Nicobar, Puducherry, Lakshadweep and Daman & Diu) as one of the measures for strengthening the security of the coastline of the country.
The scheme envisages collection of specific items of information of each individual in the coastal areas and issue Resident Identity (smart) cards (RIC) to all usual residents, who are of age 18 years and above. All the selected 3331 coastal villages have been covered in the first phase of the project of these States/UTs.
In Andaman & Nicobar Islands, besides the villages, all the towns will also be covered in the first phase itself. The approved cost of the scheme is Rs. 216.31 crore.
The National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmadabad, has finalized the visual layout of this smart card (RIC). It incorporates several physical security features like Guilloché patterns, hot stamped hologram and micro text etc. The security features in the micro processor chip have been finalized based on the recommendations of a Technical Committee, headed by the Director General, National Informatics Centre (NIC) and consisting of several renowned experts from academic institutions and industry. The electronic security features include Key Management System (KMS) involving Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Symmetric Key Infrastructure (SKI) etc.
A Consortium of Central Public Sector Undertakings (CPSUs) comprising of Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL) and Indian Telephone Industries Limited (ITIL) was awarded the work of direct data collection, capture of photograph and ten fingerprints. Enumerators (Govt. officials) were assisted by data entry operators, provided by the CPSUs. The production and personalization of the RIC cards have been undertaken through the CPSUs. They have setup state-of-the-art production and personalization facilities at secure premises for the coastal NPR project. The delivery of the RICs would be undertaken by India Post for secure delivery to the usual residents.
The demographic data collection of 1.2 crore persons and the biometrics of 75 lakh persons in the 3331 coastal villages under the coastal NPR project have been completed. Till date, 5 lakh Identity (smart) cards have been produced.
The Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram will initiate distribution of Resident Identity (smart) cards in Tamil Nadu at a function in Pattipulam village in Chengalpattu Taluk, Kancheepuram district on 23rd January, 2012.
Itinerary of Home Minister
Soon after arrival on January 21, 2012, the Union Home Minister will visit the National Memorial Cellular Jail where he would be accorded Guard of Honour. He will then lay wreath at the Martyrs’ Column in the precincts of the memorial and also visit the museum galleries and thereafter the Ross Island. He will be visiting the Prothrapur Community Hall at 1410 hours for distribution of NPR Cards to the villagers of Prothrapur. The other programmes for the day includes meeting with officers of A&N Administration and Presentation on Economic Perspective and Security issues of A&N Islands, meeting with representatives of political parties, Chairperson PBMC, Adhyaksh, Zilla Parishad (N&M) at Raj Niwas from 1630 hours to 1730 hours besides meeting with the Congress workers at Gandhi Bhawan and witnessing the Sound and Light Show at the National Memorial Cellular Jail.
On January 22, 2012, the Union Home Minister will visit the Tsunami Memorial at Big Lapathy, Car Nicobar Coconut Mission plot at Small Lapathy, Permanent Tsunami Shelter at Tamaloo and meeting with Tribal Council Members at the community hall, Perka in Car Nicobar. On his return from Car Nicobar the Union Home Minister will be meeting with Fishermen and Craftsmen of Andamans and representative of Ex-servicemen Settlers of Campbell Bay and visitor’s appointment at Raj Niwas from 1600 to 1800 hours followed by meeting with Tribals (Andamanese) Govt. Employees of A&N Police/Administration and Teachers and Govt. officials associated with Jarawa Tribe etc at Raj Niwas. He will address a press meet at Raj Niwas at 1900 hours.
Before leaving for mainland on completion of his visit to the islands, the Union Home Minister will visit Sipighat to see the submerged lands and drive along the Andaman Trunk Road (ATR) before returning.
PCR Vans soon for Katchal, Campbell Bay, Baratang, Kadamtala and Kalighat Islands: DGP
Port Blair, Jan 20: The Police Control Room Vehicles are the first responders and perform perhaps the most important tasks of policing. The first three PCR Vans were introduced in the year 2004 to cover the jurisdictions of Police Stations Aberdeen, Pahargaon and Chatham. Surprisingly, the number remained static till the year 2010, when eight additional vans were manned and pressed into service. These vans covered the areas of South Andaman. In an initiative to cover more areas of Andaman Islands, additional PCR Vans now function at Hut Bay, Rangat, Mayabunder, Car Nicobar, Havelock and Diglipur by the end of this year Katchal, Campbell Bay, Baratang, Kadamtala and Kalighat will also be covered.
A study of the records of the last seven months of the year 2011 shows that in the Port Blair area these PCR vehicles had attended 277 calls regarding road accidents and, wherever required they transported the victims to G.B. Pant Hospital and the accused persons to the concerned Police Station. In addition, on 145 occasions persons in need of medical care were evacuated to the hospital. On 233 occasionsintoxicated persons either being aggressive, committing public nuisance or lying on the road unattended were either arrested or conveyed to the hospital or handed over to family members at their homes.
These vans also attended 20 calls concerning Unnatural Deaths and 141 cases of harassment of women. In addition, there were several land dispute cases, marital fights, instances of fights between two individual or groups, complaints of loud-speaker menace, marriage and political processions, theft cases and fire accidents. In Law and Order situations, these vans were all directed to report at the same
spot so that a seizable strength of policemen could be present until the arrival of the local SHO and police station staff. These has been an attempt to minimize the gaps between the average time between
incoming calls and the arrival of the PCR Vans at the spot, which at present is under 5 minutes within the municipal limits.
It is deplorable that some evil elements make fake calls. This diverts the PCR Vans from performing their actual tasks. However now a system has been introduced so that the call can be traced and legal action can be taken against these mischievous individuals.
Navy Mela 2011 – 12 at Kamorta Island
Port Blair, Jan 16: Navy Mela 2011 – 12 was held at Indira Park, Kamorta Island from 07 to 10 Jan 12. The event comprised various sports events and cultural activities which saw participation of residents of the Nancowery group of Islands. The mela began with the display by Air Force and Naval Marine commandos as they demonstrated their offensive and tactical manoeuvres. Later in the evening the Nicobarese in and around Nancowery presented various programmes showcasing their culture, traditions and heritage. The sports activities too witnessed a massive turnout in the form of participants and fans.
The volleyball teams of both men and women gave a great show of team work and sportsmanship. The individual events like badminton and table tennis unveiled the great store of talent in the Islands. The success of the mela was evident in the huge turnout of people. The various stalls at Indira park were a hit amongst the crowd.
The armed forces sensitized the public on the opportunities in the forces for the youth. Besides popular hindi feature films, various promotional movies of the defence forces were screened every evening. In his vote of thanks, Capt Raghwendra Rai, CO Kardip thanked the Assistant Commissioner Mr Meena, CTC Miss Aiysha Majid and the people of Nancowery Islands, whose participation made the event a grand success.
Indian Air Force carries out Publicity Campaign at Car Nicobar
Port Blair, Jan 13: Car Nicobar Festival was organized by district administration under the aegis of Directorate of Tourism and Directorate of Art and Culture from 05 to 11 Jan 12. Lt Governor (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) Lt General (Retd) Bhopinder Singh PVSM AVSM inaugurated the festival.
During the festival, Air Force Station Car Nicobar carried out a pro active Indian Air Force publicity campaign. Group Captain Rohit Mahajan Vayu Sena Medal, Station Commander appraised Lt Governor that the objective of the campaign is to bring awareness amongst Nicobaris about the career opportunities in Indian Air Force and motivate them to join IAF. Station Commander also emphasized that such social interaction between defence forces and local tribes will bridge the gap between the two and will contribute towards development and better security environment in the region. Lt General appreciated the efforts put in by Air Force Station Car Nicobar for proactive publicity campaign.
During the festival publicity material like pamphlets, stickers, posters, note pads was distributed to the visitors. Movies based on IAF were shown to the aspiring youth to enhance their awareness and affinity towards IAF. The festival culminated on 11 Jan 12. Group Captain Rohit Mahajan thanked the District administration Car Nicobar for providing wholehearted support for the conduct of publicity campaign. Station Commander confirmed that the objectives of the campaign were achieved and he also assured Deputy Commissioner, Car Nicobar that IAF will continue to contribute towards the better co-ordination with District administration in future as well.
L.G. inaugurates the first Carnic Festival-2012
Car Nicobar, Jan 08: The first Carnic Festival-2012 at Bishop John Richardson Stadium, Tamaloo village, Car Nicobar was inaugurated yesterday by the Lt. Governor, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lt Gen(Retd) Bhopinder Singh, PVSM, AVSM amidst a large gathering including tribal leaders, artists, officers of the Tourism, District Administration and Air Force.
In a simple and yet impressive function, groups of Nicobari children presented their traditional performances including one patriotic Hindi song entitled `zindabad hamara desh’ conveying the great culture of our country.
Gotipua Odishi Nrutya was performed by the young boys of tender age from Odhissa. Dressed up as girls, this group of boys performed the Nrutya with rhythms of acrobatic postures which got a thunderous applause from the crowd. The festival will last for five days and conclude on 11th January.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lt. Governor first extended his best wishes for a happy and prosperous new year to the people. He stated that the Administration was making all out efforts to take tourism activities in far flung islands so that people of those islands can witness the events of the Island Tourism Festival without having to travel long distances. The Lt. Governor stated that the Carnic Festival will now be organised every year. The cultural troupes from different States from the country will perform here and will go back with fond memories of their interaction with Nicobarese people who are known for their peace loving nature and hospitability. The Lt. Governor also appreciated the performance of Nicobarese Cultural Troupes which have always been a part of the Island Tourism Festival, the Andaman Day at Delhi and World Tourism Day as well. The Lt. Governor also called upon the Nicobari people to continue to strengthen their unique joint family system and adopt best practices to maintain and enrich their unique culture.
The Lt. Governor also inaugurated the exhibition stalls set up by different departments, Tribal Council, Ellon Hinengo Ltd and the Air Force at the venue. The Chief Captain, Tribal Council, Mr. Aberdeen Blair thanked the Lt. Governor for organising this festival which will go a long way in cementing the bonds between the people of Nicobar and the people of other parts of the country.
Before inaugurating the Carnic Festival, the Lt. Governor unveiled the statue of Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi at Malacca village and paid floral tributes to the Father of the Nation. Bishop Rt. Rev. Christopher Paul gave the blessings and Ramdhun was played as a mark of respect to the Father of the Nation.
The Lt. Governor during his visit also inaugurated the newly constructed Out Patient Department at BJR Hospital. The Lt. Governor took round of the hospital and interacted with the local crowd and impressed upon the Health Department to keep the highest standards of hygiene at the hospital premises and to ensure the best possible medical care for the people.
Mr. Satish Mathur, Secretary (Tourism), Dr. S.K. Sharma, Commissioner-cum-Secretary (UD), Mr. Rupesh Kumar Thakur, Deputy Commissioner, Car Nicobar, Mr. R.K. Verma, officiating Superintendent of Police and Dr. S.K. Paul, Director of Health Services were also present during the functions.
Damages caused by ‘Thane’ go unnoticed??
Port Blair, Jan 07: If you believe that Thane Cylone had ‘zero’ or ‘little’ impact on Andaman and Nicobar Islands, think again. Cyclone Strom “Thane’ in A&N Islands from 25th- 27th December, 2011 caused serious damaged in A& N Islands. As per details available here at Car Nicobar a total of 104 Coconut trees were damaged (uprooted).
Due to falling of coconut tree one Mr. Hakey S/o Vincent , aged about 35 years R/o Chuckchucha village expired on 24th December, 2011 at around 09 .00 PM.
The deceased was traveling with his wife Smti Esther aged 30 yrs. On a motorcycle (Regd.No. AN-01-D-1176) at Chuckchucha (loop road). Smti Esther has also sustained injuries as per the report of CEO, DDMA, Nicobar District.
Here at South Andaman, a missing report of Mr. S. Yamma Rao @ Gurumoorthy S/o S. Babu Rao, aged 28 yrs. R/o Chunna Bhatta was lodged by Mr. S. Yadav Rao, S /o Mr. M. Vasudev, aged 28 yrs. Fisherman R/o Chunna Bhatta that on 25/12/2011 at about 07.00 hrs at Police Station Bambooflat. Mr. M. Papa Rao informed Mr. Yadav Rao over phone that on 22/12/2011, M. Pappa Rao alongwith upender and Tata Rao went for fishing at Havelock area by Engine dinghy.
While coming back on 25/12/2011 their dinghy got damaged and they have anchored at Madhuban sea and requested to tow, on this Mr. Yadav Rao alongwith Mr. Yamma Rao @ Gurumoorthy and Mr. C.H. Iswar Rao went to Madhuban area by Engine dinghy for towing the damaged dinghy and towed the dinghy for 10 to 15 minutes, suddenly the dinghy belonging to Yadav Rao also got damaged and both the dinghies started drifting in the turbulent sea waves and sinking. They jumped to the sea and managed to swim to the coast except Mr. S. Yamma Rao, R/o Chunna Bhatta, search were made in all respect but in vain. Later on searches were made by the authorities and on 29/12/2011 missing person’s dead body traced out form Madhuban sea as per the report of SHO, Police Station, Bamboo flat.
Besides this there were also heavy loss of crop and damage of crop field in North and Middle Andaman, due to heavy rain caused due to influence of Thane.
Car Nicobar to be thrown opened for tourists: LG
Port Blair, Jan 08: The Lt Governor of Andaman and Nicobar islands, Lt Gen Bhopindher Singh announced that the tribal island, Car Nicobar will be opened for the tourists in near future. Inaugurating the CARNIC festival at Bishop John Richardson Stadium in Car Nicobar today, he said initial steps are being taken to develop infrastructural facilities for tourism.
The most beautiful island in the Nicobar region, Car Nicobar was devastated by killer Tsunami in 2005. At present, the entry to this island is restricted through tribal passes and strictly banned for the tourists. The CARNIC festival is being organized for the first time in the region to promote tourism and fisheries in the tribal islands to pave way for their economic development. (Source: Mr. A DHANASEKARAN, CORRESPONDENT, PORT BLAIR)
LG to visit Car Nicobar Today
Port Blair, Jan 06: The Lt. Governor, Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Bhopinder Singh, PVSM, AVSM, will be a day’s visit to Car Nicobar on 07.01.2012.
The programme of the Lt Governor during his stay there includes unveiling of Statue of the Father of the Nation at Gandhi Chowk and offering of floral tributes, inauguration of OPD Complex followed by inspection at BJR Hospital and inauguration of the Stalls of Departments and visit of stalls at the BJR Stadium.
On completion of visit, the Lt Governor will return to Port Blair in the evening the same day.
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