Archives for December 22, 2024

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 22: The Community Medicine Department, ANIIMS & GB Pant Hospital in the effort to raise awareness and foster understanding of menstrual health and hygiene among young girls organized a comprehensive health talk across three institutes in Sri Vijaya Puram. The health talk elaborated upon the biological process of menstrual cycle, pain during menstruation, maintaining cleanliness, symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and the social taboos surrounding menstruation.
The sessions were conducted at Government Senior Secondary School (Garacharma), GDMS (Middle Point) and Pranab Kanya Sangha orphanage benefiting around 150 young girls empowering them to make informed choices regarding their menstrual health. The sessions were led by experts from the Community Medicine Department providing in-depth knowledge on the physiological aspects of menstruation, how to manage discomfort associated with dysmenorrhea, and understanding the impact of PCOS on menstrual cycles and overall well-being.
The young girls were also educated on the importance of hygienic disposal of sanitary pads and measures to prevent bacterial and fungal infections. The session also provided an opportunity for an interactive discussion, allowing students to clarify doubts or misconceptions about menstrual hygiene, to promote a better understanding of safe practices. The session concluded with the free distribution of sanitary napkins sponsored by Little Hearts NGO.

 

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 22: A two days Training Programme on PGS Certification was organized by Regional Council of Organic & Natural Farming, Bhubaneswar in association with the Department of Agriculture, A & N Islands. The programme was inaugurated by Mr. Jagat Singh, Regional Director, RCONF, Bhubaneswar in the presence of Mr. Ramesh Kumar, Joint Director (Agri) HQ and Mr. S R Ingle, Assistant Director, RCONF, Bhubaneswar.
The Regional Director, Mr. Jagat Singh explained about the importance and potentialities of organic and natural farming. He further spoke about how to start organic farming in context to soil water conservation and on farm input management. The Joint Director (Agri) HQ explained about the potential and scope of organic farming in A & N Islands and also highlighted the problems faced by the farmers.
Mr. S R Ingle, Assistant Director, RCONF, Bhubaneswar informed on PGS certification and emphasized the potential horticultural crops that can be tapped under PGS certification like spices and coconut and large area can be brought under organic cultivation with the help of UT Govt. and it will help farmer to bring back the land under organic cultivation.
This programme was organized at Directorate of Agriculture, Sri Vijaya Puram on Dec.16 & 17, 2024, in which, Officers from Department of Agriculture, Scientists from ICAR, CIARI and progressive farmers participated.

 

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 22: The Zoological Survey of India, Andaman & Nicobar Regional Centre organized a three-day Training workshop on Coastal and Marine Biodiversity of Island Ecosystem under the Training of Personnel of Other Services sponsored by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India from Dec.19 to 21,2024 which concluded this evening in the Auditorium of ZSI.
Dr. E.B. Charkurkar, Director, ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, A & N Islands was the chief guest of the valedictory function while Dr. S. Dinesh Kannan, IFS, Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife), Department of Environment and Forests was the special guest.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. E.B. Chakurkar, congratulated all the participants for engaging with this unique and enriching training program. He mentioned the importance of environment and ecosystem stating that the environment is not just air or water; it is a complex system, a delicate balance of soil, air, water, plants, animals, bacteria, and viruses. All of these components are interconnected, and any disturbance to one part of the system affects the entire ecosystem, he remarked.
In his address, Dr. S. Dinesh Kannan, shared his experience during the workshop.
Earlier, in his welcome address, Dr. C. Sivaperuman, Course Director, mentioned about the objectives of the training course and presented the course report of the three days training workshop.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 22:Justice Madhuresh Prasad and Justice Supratim Bhattacharya, Judges of the Calcutta High Court shall be sitting/ holding Circuit Court at Port Blair on and from Jan. 6 to 20, 2025 (both days inclusive).

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 22:A training for Polling and Counting Officials designated for Bye-Election of Hope Town – 1 Constituency under Gram Panchayat Hope Town was conducted on 20.12.2024 & 21.12.2024 in the conference Hall at the Divisional Forest Office South Andaman Division. The training was conducted by Mr. Raja Ram, GTT(Sc.), Master Trainer in presence of Mr. R.S.Sharath, ACF South Andaman, Returning Officer, Mr. J.Senthil Kumar PGT (Maths) Asst. Returning Officer, Hope Town-1 constituency. 08 Polling/counting Officials participated in the training.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 22: The lottery for allotment of open space for Artisans & Hawkers and open space in Circle-II will be held on Dec. 23 at 3 PM in the Conference Hall of Andaman Teal House, Delanipur, Sri Vijaya Puram.
The applicants or their representative may kindly attend at the time and venue mentioned above.

 

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 22:As a part of the Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DARPG), Government of India initiative, the District Administration, South Andaman is observing the Good Governance Week (Sushasan Saptah) campaign “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore” from 19thDecember, 2024 to 24thDecember 2024 in which multiple events focused on bringing governance closer to the people shall be organized.
As a part of the campaign, grievance redressal camps were organized at Wimberlygunj Community Hall and Gram Panchayat, Govindanagar, Swarajdweep, respectively, addressing public grievances and providing government services at the doorstep of the citizens.
The camp was held at Wimberly gunj Community Hall under the chairmanship of Mr. Vinayak Chamadia, IAS, Assistant Commissioner, South Andaman. The event was attended by Ms Mariyam Bibi, Mr. Umeer Zilla Parishad Member from Bambooflat Constituency, Ms Rasheeda, Pradhan, Hopetown and Pradhan, Manarghat and Up-Pradhan, Stewartgunj, Panchayat Samiti members and other PRI members. The workshop saw active participation from the general public and representatives of various government departments. The Assistant Commissioner gave a patient hearing to all grievances and directed the concerned departments to resolve the issues on a priority basis.
During the Good Governance Camp OBC certificates and orders for cutting of dangerous trees were issued to the general public by the Assistant Commissioner.
A separate meeting was subsequently held with the PRI members and line departments, where the issues raised by the PRIs were addressed and actions were instructed for redressal.
Similarly, a Camp Court was held at Gram Panchayat, Govindanagar, Swarajdweep chaired by Mr. Abhishek Gulia, Assistant Commissioner (Settlement) in the presence of Zilla Parishad members, Pradhans from Gram Panchayat, Govindanagar and Shyamnagar and other PRI members. Representatives from various line departments, including Revenue, Police, APWD, and Electricity, Medical, Fire service, Civil Supply, Veterinary Hospital attended the camp court, which drew a large gathering of residents.
The Assistant Commissioner (Settlement) gave a patient hearing to all grievances and directed the concerned departments to resolve the issues on a priority basis.
During the Good Governance Camp, 04 certificates/documents, including Income certificate, Resident certificate, OBC and Local Certificate were issued. Mr. Thomas Varghese, Tehsildar, Mr. Vijaya Puram Ordered 01 Nos. mutation case and 01 Nos. surrender case on the spot, ensuring immediate relief to the public.
The week-long celebrations being conducted under the aegis of the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision for Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore (Administration Towards Villages), emphasized transparency, accountability, and responsive governance.
The District Administration, South Andaman, reaffirms its commitment in addressing public grievances and ensuring that the benefits of governance reach every corner of the district.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 22: The District Administration, as part of its ongoing efforts to protect government land, has successfully carried out eviction operations against fresh encroachments at various places in Sri Vijaya Puram Tehsil.
In Brookshabad village, unauthorized fencing was removed, resulting in the restoration of 4,000 sq. mtrs of valuable government land. Similarly, in Austinabad village, 400 sq. mtrs of land was reclaimed, and in School Line village, 300 sq. mtrs of encroached land was restored.
At Teyolarabad village, encroachments along the roadside, including vegetable ghumtis and fencing, were cleared, freeing 400 sq. mtrs of government land. Additionally, swift action in Carbyn’s Cove and Dudh Line villages led to the removal of balli fencing, restoring another 400 sq. mtrs of public land.
In total, 7,800 sq. mtrs of government land has been successfully reclaimed and restored to its original condition.
The District Administration remains committed to safeguarding government lands and ensuring their appropriate use for public benefit. Encroachments on government property will be dealt with strictly in accordance with the law.For any concerns or information regarding unauthorized encroachments, citizens are encouraged to contact the District Administration.
Members of the public are encouraged to report any instances of encroachment or seek further information by contacting the District Control Room at 03192-240127 / 238881 / 1070 or via WhatsApp at 9531888844. The Administration assures that the identity of informants will be kept confidential to ensure their safety

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 22: Communist Party of India (Marxist), Andaman & Nicobar State Organising Committee condoles the demise of Mrs. Ammu Menon, mother of Mr. M. Haridas, Retd. Deputy Secretary (Planning), A & N Administration at her home town in Karaparamba, Kozhikode, Kerala today (21.12.2024) morning. She was 82 years old. Her body will be taken for cremation from her home at 10 a.m. on 22.12.2024. CPI (M) conveys its heartfelt condolences to the family members of late Ammu Menon.