Rabindranath Biswas
Diglipur, July 03: Commuting of the residents of Ward No. 06, Subhashgram village under Diglipur Tehsil was severely disrupted owing to the engulfment of the full width of the road by a nallah in the area a couple of weeks ago when a number of villages of Diglipur were inundated by the last devastating flood.
According to information, the residents of Ward No. 06, Subhashgram have been facing severe commuting woes since the recent flood when the raging nallah completely engulfed the full width of the rural road starting from APWD main road to Ganesh Das house via Basanta Das house. The age-old road is in a neglected state and reportedly there was no repair and maintenance of the road since its construction.
Talking to Andaman Sheekha Daily, the residents of the area said, “There is a nallah which eats away our land through erosion every year during the rainy season. And now the nallah has engulfed the road widthways a couple of weeks ago when a number of villages of Diglipur were inundated by the last devastating flood. In fact, due to the impact of this erosion, the flood waters got a passage to enter our land and caused havoc to our property. And it has put us in great difficulties thereby severely disrupting our lives; and most importantly, our school-going children are the worst affected”, they fumed. In fact, the nallah has not only engulfed the road in question but also it has swallowed up a sizable area of our land with standing plantations of areca nut trees, claimed Mr. Jagadish Das of the area.
The residents further said that erosion by river/nalla is a natural phenomenon and what is required is to arrest the erosion process by erecting retaining walls along the land/nallah side so that their land can be protected from this erosion. And they informed all the three PRIs about the rundown condition of this road and the elected members reportedly paid their visits to the spot and gave their empty assurances that the work would be taken up on priority basis, but they did nothing to alleviate their commuting woes, they further alleged. The villagers approached the officials of the APWD, CD, Diglipur and even the previous Member of Parliament and apprised them all of the tumble-down condition of the road, but they paid only lip service to the issue, no initiative was taken from any of the institutions so far and they have been facing the wrath of this situation for the last many years, they lamented.
On the other hand, the entire stretch of the road is in ramshackle state, and it literally doesn’t exist, it is filled with innumerable pot-holes and only some quantum of gravels can be seen on the road thereby rendering it to a complete unworthy for vehicular movement, the locals added. Initially the people of the area were told that a sixty (60) meter long “Retaining Wall” would be constructed at the site to arrest the erosion thereby protecting the road and their land, but the present scenario presents a different picture; it undeniably needs approx. 70-80 meter long “Retaining Wall” to protect the road and their land in the area, they insisted. In fact, had it been done earlier, the road as well as our land could be protected, but unfortunately the work fell victim to the incompetence and indifferent attitude of the institutions responsible for the work, the residents of the area didn’t hesitate to further allege.
However, the residents said that they shot up a letter to the Chief Secretary, A & N Administration and urged him to redress their problem on priority.
Archives for July 3, 2024
BJP State President Ajoy Bairagi calls on DGP to highlight various local issues
Port Blair, July 03: Mr. Ajoy Bairagi, State President, BJP A&N Islands, along with State Vice President Mr. M.Vinod and Dr R Dev Das, State Secretary, BJP A&N Islands called on the Director General of Police Mr. Devesh Chandra Shrivastava in his office and discussed various issues pertaining to public convenience like Traffic Congestion in the peak hours, Establishment of Children Traffic Park at Diglipur, Orgainising Various Sports related activities in and around Port Blair particularly to engage the youths in fruitful activities during evening hours and also to facilitate the visiting tourists.
The delegation also discussed the matter regarding the Home Guards pending from some time. The DGP reportedly gave very positive response and assured to resolve most of the issues in a time bound manner. The delegation extended gratitude to DGP for the patient listening and positive response.
A&N Islands Secures No.1 Position Fourth Time Since July, 2023 Among UTs In CCTNS Pragati Dashboard For May, 2024
Port Blair, July 03: In a remarkable feat, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands has once again achieved a significant milestone by securing the top position (96.67%) amongst the Union Territories in the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS) PRAGATI Dashboard in the month of May, 2024 for the fourth time since July, 2023. This system is administered by the National Crime Records Bureau in New Delhi. The CCTNS is a flagship project of the Ministry of Home Affairs, regularly monitored by the Honorable Prime Minister of India and the Ministry of Home Affairs through the PRAGATI Dashboard on a monthly basis.
The CCTNS PRAGATI Dashboard plays a pivotal role in tracking and managing crime data on a national scale, offering insights into the performance, commitment, progressive growth, and efficiency of States and Union Territories in implementing and managing crime prevention and detection measures. The consistent and dedicated efforts of the Andaman and Nicobar Police have culminated in this outstanding achievement.
In addition to the above, new and upgraded version of CCTNS has been rolled out with the Three New Criminal Laws i.e. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) 2023 after the continuous efforts of dedicated CCTNS team since, February, 2024. These laws have been implemented in all the police stations, revolutionizing and digitizing policing across the Union Territory. Training has been provided to police personnel of all Police Stations in accordance with changes in the New Criminal Laws under CCTNS, ensuring seamless and efficient service to the general public across this Union Territory.
Through the unwavering dedication of the CCTNS team, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands have reached this significant milestone, securing the top position on the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS) PRAGATI Dashboard amongst the Union Territories.
Nagarpalika Shramik Sangh (CITU) Holds Mass Demonstration
Port Blair, July 03: Nagarpalika Shramik Sangh (CITU) conducted a Mass Demonstration in front of the Port Blair Municipal Council at Aberdeen Bazar, Port Blair today (3.7.2024) afternoon demanding (i) Grant 1/30th of pay plus DA to all DRMs as per Division Bench of High Court order of 24th June, 2024 (ii) regularization of services of DRMs, (iii) to take back all retrenched DRMs in service of PBMC.
Inaugurating the Mass Demonstration, B. Chandrachoodan, President of the Nagarpalika Shramik Sangh and General Secretary, CITU State Committee said that despite winning the case in the High Court on grant of 1/30th of pay plus DA to the left out DRMs of PBMC, the authorities in the PBMC went on appeal to Division Bench which had rejected the Appeal. He criticized the Congress-led Port Blair Municipal Council for the anti-working class attitude and said that after the Congress nominee was elected as Chairman of the Municipal Council, about 27 DRMs have been retrenched from service without following the procedure laid down in the labour laws. He said that 19 Councillors in the Municipal Council have opposed for extending the 1/30th of pay plus DA to the remaining DRMs and supported the retrenchment of the DRMs.
SP Kalairajan, General Secretary, Nagarpalika Shramik Sangh also addressed the gathering. The Mass Demonstration was led by R. Surendran Pillai, President, CITU State Committee and Anand Rajan, Secretary, CITU State Committee. A large number of workers from different sections of PBMC participated in the Mass Demonstration.
Heavy Rain Forecast for A&N Islands on July 4 & 5
Port Blair, July 3: Heavy rain (07-11 cm) is likely to occur at one or two places over A&N Islands on July 4 & 5. For further enquiries/ information, one may contact helpline of State Emergency Operation Centre at Helpline No. 1070 & District Emergency Operation Centre at Helpline No. 1077. For any emergency /assistance at sea, call Coast Guard SAR Agency at Toll Free Number 1554.
DBRAIT Announces New Batch for Automotive Servicing Course Starting July 15
Port Blair, July 3:The Skill Development Program (SDP) Centre of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute of Technology (DBRAIT) will be starting the new batches for six months course in Basic Automotive Servicing of Four Wheelers (Assistant Motor vehicle Mechanic/ Service Mechanic) from July 15, 2024 (tentatively) from 9 am to 3 pm at the Skill Development Program Centre at DBRAIT.
Interested candidates may apply for the course by collecting application form from the SDP Centre during working days.
Selected Candidates for Anganwadi Worker & Helper Posts Announced in Rangat
Rangat, July 3:The list of selected candidates for the post of Anganwadi Worker & Anganwadi Helpers on honorarium basis at various Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) under ICDS Project, Rangat has been displayed in the Notice Board of the Office of the Child Development Project Officer, Rangat. The selected candidates have been requested to submit their willingness and report to the Office of the CDPO, Rangat on July 5, 2024.
MSME Ministry Expands PMEGP to Include Poultry, Dairy, and Goat Farming
Port Blair, July 3: In a significant move aimed at bolstering the welfare of islanders, the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has announced crucial changes to the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP). These modifications include the addition of poultry farming, dairy farming, and goat rearing activities to the scheme.
This initiative is designed to provide Islanders with new avenues for self-employment, enhancing their economic stability and promoting sustainable livelihoods. To facilitate this, specialized training programs have been developed by the A&N Islands Khadi & Village Industries Board in association with the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services to ensure participants gain the necessary skills and knowledge in the fields of poultry farming, dairy farming, and goat rearing to excel in these new ventures.
Interested beneficiaries have been encouraged to apply for these courses to learn these activities professionally. The training will not only equip them with practical expertise but also enable them to avail financial assistance to establish their own self-employment ventures under the PMEGP scheme.
Interested beneficiaries between the age group of 18 and 45 years can apply to the Director of Industries & Member Secretary, A&NI KVIB for the above training courses through the application form which could be downloaded from www.andaman.gov.in/Ann_all. The application forms duly filled along with copies of relevant documents may be submitted directly at the Office of the A&N Islands Khadi & Village Industries Board, Udyog Parisar, Middle Point, Port Blair or to the nearest Extension Office, Industries Department or can be sent through post by July 15, 2024.
Only those who are interested in self-employment venture may apply for the training. After successful completion of the training, the trainees will be linked with the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP scheme) for setting up their units. For more details, interested candidates may contact the office of the A&NI KVIB on any working day during office hours or over phone (03192-233301.
Empowering Knowledge: N&M Andaman District Police Hosts Awareness Programmes On New Criminal Laws For The Administrative Staff
Port Blair, July 03: As part of the ongoing events related to the implementation of New Criminal Laws, the North & Middle Andaman District Police have organized awareness program for officials at the Assistant Commissioner’s offices in Diglipur, Mayabunder, and Rangat. These sessions provided valuable insights into the updated legal provisions, enhancing clarity about roles and responsibilities among government officials.
These sessions aimed to equip the administrative personnel with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the new legal provisions, ensuring their readiness to implement and adhere to the updated legal framework. By focusing on key changes and practical implications, the North & Middle Andaman District Police sought to foster a seamless integration of the New Criminal Laws into the day-to-day operations of the administrative offices.
The awareness programmes were met with enthusiastic participation and positive feedback, highlighting the commitment of the district police to promote legal literacy and compliance within all facets of the public administration.
Awareness Programme on “Bharat Nyay Sanhita”
Port Blair, July 03: The Scheme Hub for Empowerment of Women aims to facilitate inter-sectoral convergence of schemes and programs meant for women both at the central (NHEW), State/ UT level (SHEW) and district level (DHEW) with the mandate to create an environment in which women realize their full potential
An awareness programme on the theme “Bharat Nyay Sanhita” was conducted under the scheme Hub for Empowerment of Women (HEW). The event took place at the Govt. Girls. Senior Secondary School, Port Blair and was attended by Officers of Directorate of Social Welfare & Police Department, Staff of ICDS Project, Poshan Staff, HEW Staff, and School Childrens.
The program began with the presentation of bouquets to the dignitaries. Subsequently, Smti. Zarina Bibi, Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) from the ICDS Urban Project, officially welcomed the dignitaries and school children, setting a positive tone for the event.
A notable segment of the programme was presented by Shri. Abhishek Halder, Sub-Inspector from Police Department. This session provided valuable insight into the “Bharat Nyay Sanhita,” highlighting its significance and implications. The resource person elaborated on various aspects of the law, ensuring the attendees, which included school children, were well-informed.
Further emphasizing the theme of women’s empowerment, Ms. Reeta Devi, Welfare Officer (Women), delivered a compelling address. She discussed the crucial role of women’s empowerment in society, underlining its impact on social progress and equality. Ms. Reeta Devi explained the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act to the school children, ensuring they understood the legal framework designed to safeguard their rights. Additionally, she provided a brief yet informative talk on the concepts of good touch and bad touch, aiming to educate the young audience on personal safety and boundaries.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Smti. Pratima Rai. Mukhya Sevika, ICDS Ferrargunj Project. This expression of gratitude recognized the efforts of all participants, organizers, and speakers who contributed to the success of the event.