Rabindranath Biswas
Diglipur, Dec. 12: As the bad condition of NH/ATR continues to plague the people of entire N & M Andaman, the culverts, on the other hand, on the NH from Diglipur Bazaar to Kalipur have become the constant woes for the commuters.
As per report, there are scores of culverts across the deplorable NH from Diglipur Bazaar to Kalipur which were constructed by the concerned agency and were reportedly left in incomplete shapes. The culverts’ slab-ends where the road seal-coat ends meet are marred with crater-sized potholes and uneven surfaces and the motorists and two-wheeler riders of this route step out with trepidation in their hearts. Similarly, it was found that the meeting ends of the culverts and the seal-coat ends of the road were bumpy. “We are welcomed with deep potholes, broken patches, and a bumpy ride as we enter the stretch of road from Diglipur Bazaar to Kalipur” , remarked a motorist. Even the repair works undertaken by the concerned agency of the NHIDCL, after several complaints, are shoddy, corroding within a day,” alleged the residents of the areas. Despite several initiatives from the authorities to fix the issue, the woes of the NH and its culverts continue to rise. The denizens of the area also averred that the construction works of these culverts were completely screwed-up, old culverts were merely daubed with plaster, they further alleged.
Archives for December 20, 2023
Chef A.P. Singh Secures Place in Influencer Book of World Records with 1009 Kg Laddoo Feat in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Vikramaditya
Port Blair, Dec 20: In a remarkable achievement, Chef A.P. Singh has etched his name into the prestigious Influencer Book of World Records. The renowned chef was presented with a Certificate of World Record last Sunday at an event in Jaipur, marking a significant milestone in his culinary journey.
The accomplishment comes on the heels of Ganesh Bhog Yatra 2023, a festival that has now become synonymous with Chef A.P. Singh’s ground-breaking culinary feats. The highlight of this year’s celebration was the creation of the single biggest laddoo in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, weighing an astounding 1009 kilograms.
The certificate, a testament to this culinary triumph, was proudly handed over to Chef A.P. Singh, the proud owner of 4 Seasons Event Management, acknowledging his exceptional contribution to the world of gastronomy. The event in Jaipur served as a platform to recognize and honor Chef A.P. Singh’s dedication and innovation.
Reflecting on the accomplishment, Chef A.P. Singh expressed his gratitude, stating, “Ganesh Bhog Yatra 2023 has given us so many good memories, and one has just been added today in Jaipur. It is a great honor for me to be a part of this event and to have my name registered in the Influencers Book of World Records.”
Nitin Gadkari replies to Member of Parliament’s Question raised in Parliament on Construction of Chatham-Bambooflat Bridge
Port Blair, Dec 20: In response to concerns raised by Mr. Kuldeep Rai Sharma, the Member of Parliament of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, regarding the construction of a bridge connecting Chatham Island and Bambooflat Island, Union Minister Mr. Nitin Gadkari has provided an update on the status of the project.
In a reply to Mr. Kuldeep Rai Sharma, Mr. Nitin Gadkari acknowledged Mr. Kuldeep Rai Sharma’s representation under Rule 377 during the Lok Sabha Debates, with the subject “proposed 4.3 km bridge, inclusive of approaches, aimed at connecting Chatham Island and Bambooflat Island in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands”.
According to Mr. Nitin Gadkari, the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the bridge was submitted by consultant M/s VKS Infratech Management Pvt. Ltd in February 2023. Subsequently, a committee of the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) examined the DPR and raised certain technical and pre-construction activity-related observations. These observations were discussed with officials of the Union Territory administration, leading to envisaged changes in the DPR, he added.
Mr. Gadkari mentioned that as of now, the DPR consultant is working on the revision, and the revised DPR is pending submission. Nitin Gadkari assured Mr. Kuldeep Rai Sharma that the necessary steps are being taken by NHIDCL to finalize the DPR at the earliest.
Delegation of Congress Leaders meet Bishop of Port Blair Rev. Father Visuvasam Selvaraj
Port Blair, Dec 20: A delegation of Congress Leaders under the leadership of Mr. Rangalal Halder, President, ANTCC and Mr. TSG Bhasker, Chairman, Campaign Committee, ANTCC called on Rev. Father Visuvasam Selvaraj, Bishop of Port Blair and held deliberations with him.
The delegation comprised of Mr. Sanjay Meshack, President of A&N Catholic Association, Mr. Mohd. Rafique, Senior Congress Leader, Mr. Saji Varghese, Senior Congress Leader, Mr. Sebastian Tirkey, Chairman, Adivasi Congress, Mr. Simson, Up-Pramukh, Ferrargunj, Mr. Eswar Rao, Congress Leader, Mr. Augustine Koliraj, Congress Worker and Mr. Jonas Andy, a Tribal Youth.
Mr. Rangalal Halder and Mr. TSG Bhasker honoured the Bishop with a Shawl and also presented him a Christmas Gift.
Host of issues were discussed for the betterment of the society and also the ways and means to fight social evils were reviewed during the meeting.
Mr. Halder and Mr. Bhasker expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the Bishop for spending his precious time and welcoming them with warmth and love.
BJP Delegation Meets DGP A&N Islands
Port Blair, Dec 20: A Delegation of Bharatiya Janata Party Led by its State Vice President, Mr. M. Vinod along with Mrs. Milly Roy, Pradhan, Urmilapur, Mr. Bisnu Mondal, Panchayat Samity Member ,Urmilapur, and Mr. Ankit Mirdha, State Secretary, BJ Yuva Morcha met Mr. Devesh Chandra Srivastava, IPS, Director General Of Police,A&N Islands today evening at his office, Police Headquarters.
The Delegation discussed various issues pertaining to Urmilapur and Bakultala related with Police Department.
The DGP after listening to the BJP Delegation has assured to look into all the issues raised by the delegation at the earliest.
The Delegation has expressed gratitude towards the DGP,A&N Police for meeting the delegation amidst his busy schedule .
BJP Delegation Meets Chief Secretary, A&N Administration
Port Blair, Dec 20: A Delegation of Bharatiya Janata Party Led by its State Vice President, Mr. M. Vinod along with Mrs. Milly Roy, Pradhan, Urmilapur, Mr. Bisnu Mondal, Panchayat Samity Member, Urmilapur, and Mr. Ankit Mirdha, State Secretary, BJ Yuva Morcha met Mr. Keshav Chandra, IAS Chief Secretary, A&N Administration today at his office in Secretariat. The Delegation discussed various issues pertaining to Urmilapur Panchayat and the Chief Secretary after listening to the delegation has assured to look into all the issues raised by the delegation at the earliest.
The Delegation has expressed gratitude towards the Chief Secretary, A&N Administration for meeting the delegation amidst his busy schedule.
DGP Cup State Level League – cum – Knockout Cricket Tournament -2024
Port Blair, Dec 20: The Andaman & Nicobar Police proposed to organize DGP cup State Level League-cum-Knockout Cricket Tournament at Netaji Stadium, Port Blair and Mahatma Gandhi International School, Brookshabad. The entry fee for the said tournament is Rs.20,000 (Rs. Twenty Thousand Only). The prize details for the same are under:-
Sl. No. Particulars Prize (Depending on the No. of team)
Winner Rs.100000/- (Rupees One Lakh)With trophy
Runner up Rs.50000/- (Rupees Fifty thousand )With trophy
Player of the tournament Rs.15000/- (Rupees Fifteen thousand)With trophy
Best bowler Rs.10000/- (Rupees ten thousand)With trophy
Best Batsman Rs.10000/- (Rupees ten thousand)With trophy
Man of the match for semi finals Rs.2000/- (Rupees two thousand)With trophy
Man of the match for Final Rs.5000/- (Rupees five thousand)With trophy
Man of the Match trophy will be awarded in every matches of the tournament
The willing departments/private youth clubs may submit the list of 16 players and team manager along with an entry fee of Rs.20,000(Rupees Twenty Thousand only) to Inspr. Hari Narayan, Inspector Sports (9474244264), Sub-Inspector M.A. Rasheed, I/c Sports (Mob.No.9679577788) or HC/633 V.Hentho (Mob.No.9933263549) at Police line on or before 26/12/2023 upto 1500 hrs. No Teams will be allowed to register after the last date and time of registration at all costs. The prize money will be change/variate subject to depends on the numbers of team participations .
HSU General Body Demands Early Wage Agreement and Interim Relief
Port Blair, Dec 20: The General Body meeting of the Hinterland Seamen Union (CITU) was held at Port Blair recently under the chairmanship of TK Khalil. Addressing the meeting, D. Ayyappan, Vice President, CITU A & N State Committee briefly explained the difficulties being faced by the seamen working in the vessels owned and operated by the Andaman & Nicobar Administration. He said that the seamen in the inter-island sector were getting the wages fixed about 14 years back and there has been no wage revision for the seamen since then. He further pointed out that the central government is going ahead with its proclaimed policy of privatization, casualisation and contractorisation of the government sector.
Addressing the meeting, R. Surendran Pillai, President, CITU State Committee briefly explained the movements conducted by the seamen in these islands in the past and expressed concern over the fact that the genuine demands of the seamen are kept pending by the authorities.
TK Khalil, senior Seamen leader of these islands called upon the seamen in the islands to rally behind the CITU unions to fight for their demands. P. Sathyapal, Secretary, CITU A & N State Committee also spoke on the occasion.
The General Body meeting elected new office bearers and Executive Committee Members. D. Ayyappan has been elected as the President of the Hinterland Seamen Union while Samshad Malik and P. Sathyapal have been elected as Vice President and General Secretary respectively. Devarajan Santhosh Kumar, Ajish Prasad and Mohd Rafiq have been elected as Treasurer, Joint Secretary and Organising Secretary respectively of the Union.
The General Body meeting through a resolution urged upon the authorities in the Administration to initiate the process of Wage Settlement of Seamen working in the vessels owned and controlled by the Shipping Department of A & N Administration without any further delay. The meeting further urged upon the A & N Administration to grant Interim Relief of appropriate amount to all the seamen pending wage settlement.
SBM Ambassador visits PM Shri GSSS Prothrapur
Port Blair, Dec 20: To check the cleanliness and sanitation under Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan, today Mr. Naresh Chander Lal Padmashri Awardee Ambassador Swachh Bharat Mission Andaman and Nicobar Islands, visited the P M Shri Govt. Senior Secondary School Prothrapur.
Mr. Lal urged the students and teachers to maintain cleanliness at their school premises as well as to their respective societies. SBM Ambassador also requested to the students to keep away themselves from drugs, Alcoholism and other substances which harms to their body. Mr. Lal also requested the Students and teachers to kindly not to waste Water.
Results Declared for Supervisor Recruitment Exam by A&N Islands Khadi & Village Industries Board
Port Blair, Dec. 20:The candidates who appeared in the Recruitment Exam held on 06th and 7th September, 2023 for the post of Supervisor in the establishment of Andaman & Nicobar Islands Khadi & Village Industries Board have been informed that the result has been declared. The result may be seen at URL https://erecruitment.andaman.gov.in/crap/ and https://www.andaman.gov.in