Archives for December 18, 2024

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 18: In order to ensure and improve road safety, A & N Traffic Police has conducted a meeting with garage owners under the chairmanship of Mr. Ajay Kr. Rai, DANIPS (Dy. SP Traffic) to discuss the issues of traffic congestion due to abandoned vehicles. During the meeting the following key directives issued which are as under:
Removal of Abandoned Vehicles – All garage owners have been directed to remove their unused/abandoned vehicles on road side/footpath within one month.
Scrapping of Unclaimed Vehicles – Vehicles that remain unclaimed for extended periods or owner refuses to claim, should be proceeded for scrap or processed legally.
No Roadside Repairs – All vehicle repairs, maintenance and mending work must take place within the confines of the garage and not on public roads.
RC Verification – Garage owners must ensure that the vehicle’s Registration Certificate (RC) is verified before undertaking any major repairs that might change the identity of the vehicle.
Prohibition on Unauthorized Modifications – Unauthorized modifications to vehicles that could compromise road safety are prohibited.
Handling of Stolen Vehicles – Garage owners are required to immediately report any suspected stolen vehicles that are brought for repairs or modification. These vehicles should not be worked on unless cleared by the police and garage owners should cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies in tracking and recovering stolen vehicles.
The Traffic Police will be closely monitoring compliance with these issues and will take necessary action against those who do not adhere the directions.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 18: The Directorate of Social Welfare, under the banner Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) of the scheme National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR), organized an awareness program on the “Ill Effects of Alcohol and Drug Abuse” at P.M. Shri Govt. Senior Secondary School, Bambooflat on 16th December 2024. Conducted in collaboration with IRCAs South Andaman, the Health Department, and A&N Police, the event sensitized over 165 students and teachers on the harmful effects of substance abuse.
Sessions by Mr. Rohit Paroi, Project Coordinator (IRCA), Mr. Rathindra Mallick, Psychologist Counselor (NTCP), and Mr. Sanjay Yadav, ASI (Anti-Narcotics), highlighted the importance of creating a drug-free environment, early intervention, and legal measures to combat addiction. Practical strategies, awareness of the COTPA Act, and the availability of the 112 helpline were emphasized. The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Vice Principal Mr. Gopal Chandra Das, reaffirming the commitment to fostering a substance-free environment.
On 17th December 2024, an awareness initiative targeted the drivers and laborers of the Mini Cargo Auto Association, Mohanpura, Sri Vijaya Puram, focusing on the importance of a substance-free community. The program began with a session by the Project Coordinator under NAPDDR, highlighting the role of family well-being and mental health in combating substance abuse. He stressed the impact of addiction on families and encouraged a compassionate approach to supporting those affected. Dr. M.K. Mahato from IRCA South Andaman addressed the psychological and physical challenges of addiction, promoting the 112 helpline as a vital resource for counseling, support, and reporting concerns. He further urged participants to seek help or report suspected cases, sharing his contact information for direct assistance. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by the Mini Cargo Auto Association, expressing gratitude to the guest speakers. Over 30 members were sensitized during the session, reaffirming the Directorate of Social Welfare’s dedication to fostering a healthy and drug-free environment.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 18: ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-CIARI), Sri Vijaya Puram, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on December 17, 2024, for licensing DweepTickure—a herbal acaricide formulation developed for the control of ticks in livestock. The agreement was signed by Dr. E.B. Chakurkar, Director of ICAR-CIARI, and Smti M.K. Kamala, CEO of Panchajanya Enterprises, Bengaluru, at ICAR-CIARI, Sri Vijaya Puram.A team comprising Dr. T. Sujatha, Dr. Jai Sunder, Dr. D. Bhattacharya, Dr. E.B. Chakurkar, and Dr. A.K. De developed the formulation. DweepTickure is an eco-friendly, non-toxic herbal product designed to treat tick infestations in livestock. The formulation includes herbal extracts in herbal oil, which effectively kills ticks and repels flies from domestic animals. This patented technology has significant potential as part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategy, offering sustainable benefits for improving the health of cattle and goats.