Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 29: It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that I express my condolences on the passing of Mr. K. Muthu, a stalwart leader of the Congress party and a beloved figure in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Mr. K. Muthu was not just a politician but a guiding light for all of us. His unwavering dedication to the Congress party and his selfless service to the people of these islands will always be remembered. His contribution to the development of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, especially at the grassroots level, has left an indelible mark on our community.
A man of humble origins, Mr. Muthu rose through sheer hard work, sincerity, and a deep commitment to the welfare of the people. As a former councillor and ex-Adhyaksha of the Zilla Parishad, he demonstrated exemplary leadership. His vision for the region and his tireless efforts to empower the common man set him apart as a true statesman.
For me personally, his guidance was invaluable. His wisdom and integrity shaped many of my decisions in my political journey. He was not just a mentor but a source of inspiration, teaching us the importance of serving with humility and dedication.
His loss is an irreparable one, not only to the Congress party but to the entire community that benefited from his compassionate leadership.
I offer my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones in this moment of grief. May his soul rest in peace, and may his family find strength and comfort in the enduring legacy of service and love that he leaves behind.
With profound grief,
Kuldeep Rai Sharma
Former Member of Parliament
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Archives for December 2024
CPI (M) State Conference Began with Procession & Public Meeting
Port Blair, Dec 29: The 12th Andaman & Nicobar State Conference of Communist Party of India (Marxist) began on 28th December, 2024 at Port Blair with a massive procession followed by public meeting at Tiranga Park. Hundreds of party workers and sympathisers participated in the mass procession which was led by D. Ayyappan, Secretary and State Secretariat Members of CPI (M).
The mass procession converged into a huge public meetng at Tiranga Park at 5 p.m. Inaugurating the public meeting, G. Ramakrishnan, Polit Bureau Member of CPI (M) said that CPI (M) is the only party in the country which conducts conferences and elect new Committees democratically from Branch level upto Central Committee.
He said that the Modi government’s policies are pushing more and more people to the brink of poverty while tax concessions of lakhs of rupees are given to corporates like Adani and Ambani.
He said that Hindutva ideology is being widely propagated with a view to have division among the people on communal lines. He said that the BJP is afraid of even uttering the name of BR Ambedkar.
Addressing the public meeting, Dr Sujan Chakraborty, Ex-MP and Central Committee Member of the party said that hundreds of revolutionaries who fought against Britishers were deported to A&N Islands, jailed in the Cellular Jail and many of them were killed by the Britishers. He further said that the Modi government is working only for the interests of corporate in the country. He said that this government is representing only the 1% of the population in the corporate while the 99% of the ordinary people are neglected.
D. Ayyappan, State Secretary briefly explained the on-going Party Conferences all over the country. Nikunjo Biswas, State Secretariat Member also addressed the meeting. B. Chandrachoodan, Chairman, Reception Committee, who presided over the meeting, welcomed the participants and leaders in the meeting. D. Laxman Rao, State Secretariat Member proposed vote of thanks.
Naresh Chander Lal, SBM Ambassador, Promotes Cleanliness and Healthy Living at Govt. Boys Senior Secondary School
Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 29: Mr. Naresh Chander Lal, Padmashri Awardee and Brand Ambassador of Swachh Bharat Mission for Andaman and Nicobar Islands, visited the Government Boys Senior Secondary School, Middle Point, today to promote cleanliness and sanitation under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. During his visit, Mr. Lal interacted with the students and emphasized the importance of maintaining cleanliness both within the school premises and in their respective communities.
In his address, Mr. Lal encouraged the students to adopt clean habits and take responsibility for keeping their surroundings clean. He stressed that students should not only focus on cleanliness at school but also play an active role in spreading awareness about sanitation in their neighborhoods.
Furthermore, Mr. Lal urged the students to stay away from harmful substances that could negatively impact their health and future. He encouraged them to focus on their physical fitness by participating in sports and games, which contribute positively to both mental and physical well-being.
Another important point highlighted by the SBM Ambassador was the need to conserve water. He appealed to the students to adopt mindful practices regarding water usage, urging them to “save water for a better future.”
Mr. L. Suku Rajan, the Vice Principal of the school, accompanied the Swachh Bharat Mission Ambassador during the visit.
20th Anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami Marked by Historic 65-Kilometer Swim Around Car Nicobar Island
Car Nicobar, Dec 29: In a moving tribute to the victims and survivors of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, the Air Force Station Car Nicobar, under the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC), organized a historic 65-kilometer open-water swim around Car Nicobar Island. The event, conducted on 26 and 27 December 2024, was flagged off by Air Marshal Saju Balakrishnan, AVSM, VM, Commander in Chief Andaman and Nicobar Command (CINCAN).
The 65-kilometer swim witnessed participation from officers and personnel of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and the Coast Guard. The team was led by Rear Admiral Biplab Hota, VSM, Chief of Staff, ANC, and also included Ms. Meghana Rajshekhar, a tsunami survivor.
The initiative highlights the resilience of the people of Car Nicobar, the island most severely affected by the disaster, which displaced thousands and left an indelible mark on the region.
“This swim is a tribute to the strength of our people and the indomitable spirit of the survivors,” said Group Captain Rosha, VM, Station Commander, Air Force Station Car Nicobar. By uniting personnel from across the armed forces, the event highlights the spirit of unity and determination that defines the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
The commemorative swim serves not only as a poignant reminder of the lives lost but also as a celebration of the human spirit’s ability to overcome adversity, ensuring the legacy of resilience and solidarity endures.
Cancellation of ‘Hasya Kavi Sammelan’ as Part of Island Tourism Festival-2024
Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 29: In pursuance of Order No. 1186 dated 27th December, 2024 issued by the Directorate of Information Publicity and Tourism, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, the ‘Hasya Kavi Sammelan’ to be organized as part of ‘Island Tourism Festival-2024’ in Exhibition Ground on Dec. 30, 2024 at 6 pm by the Official Language Department, Andaman and Nicobar Administration has been cancelled.
Cancellation of Certain Fair Price Shops and Reallocation of Ration Cards
Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 29: The general public/Ration Card holders have been informed that the following Fair Price Shops as tabulated below at Col. No. 2 have been cancelled with effect from Jan. 1, 2025 onwards:-
| Sl. No. | Details of Fair Price Shop cancelled | Details of Fair Price Shop to which Ration Card attached |
| (1) | (2) | (3) |
| 1. | FPS No. 382, K.P. Maimuna
Kanyapuram |
FPS No. 484, P.K. Zainuddin
Kanyapuram |
| 2. | FPS No. 136, L. Bal Raj
Kamraj Nagar |
FPS No. 127, Rabakkal
Kamraj Nagar |
| 3. | FPS No. 366, A. Arumugam, Garacharma | FPS No. 556, CCS Ltd.,
Garacharma |
| 4. | FPS No. 639, M. Venkatesan, Dairy Farm | FPS No. 147, T. Mohan Rao, Dairy Farm |
| 5 | FPS No. 467, Ammakannu, Doodh Line | FPS No. 257, T. Bala Krishnan, Doodh Line |
| 6 | FPS No. 481, Kumari Zhalo, Attam Pahad | FPS No. 36, Kamachi,
Dollygunj |
| 7 | FPS No. 536, Imtiaz Ali, South Point | FPS No. 519, C. Valmeeki,
South Point |
| 8. | FPS No. 152, B. Sarojini Minnie Bay | FPS No. 144, Sajid Ali
Lamba Line |
| 9. | FPS No. 378, G.J Laxmi Bai, Dairy Farm | FPS No. 30, Rajan Store,
Dairy Farm |
| 10 | FPS No. 499, Naresh Mazumder, Little Andaman | FPS No. 423, K. Balakrishna, Netaji Nagar, Little Andaman |
| 11 | FPS No. 543, Bibekananda Roy, Little Andaman | FPS No. 66, Manager, CCS Ltd., Hut Bay, Little Andaman |
Hence, all the Ration Card holders registered with FPS No. 382, 136, 366, 639, 467, 481, 536, 152, 378, 499 and 543 have been requested to draw their ration articles from FPS No. 484, 127, 556, 147, 36, 519, 14430, 423 and 66 respectively as indicated at Col. No. 3 from the month of January, 2025 onwards. However, owing to implementation of portability, Ration Card holders are free to collect their ration articles from any Fair Price Shop of their choice.
Free Certificate Course on Bamboo Crafts under Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP)
Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 29: The C.P.R. Environmental Education Centre (CPREEC) is offering a two-month Certificate Course on Micro-Entrepreneur – NTFP (Non-Timber Forest Produce) Plant Origin: Bamboo Crafts Under the Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP). This initiative, introduced by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India, aims to equip youth with valuable skills for sustainable livelihoods.
The course commenced on 20th December 2024 and is being conducted at the Durga Puja Hall, Pathergudda, near the Community Hall. Participants will be awarded a certificate upon successful completion of the program.
Currently, 12 seats are available, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
For further information and registration, please contact:
Mr. A. Gopal, Project Officer, CPREEC, ANI
Mobile: 9474224389 / 9933282500
Seize this opportunity to develop valuable skills in bamboo crafts and contribute to eco-friendly entrepreneurship!
Unmarked Digging Work on Nayagaon- Corbyn Junction Road Endangers Residents
Vikramaditya
Port Blair, Dec. 27: The ongoing unmarked and unattended digging work along the main road from Nayagaon to Corbyn Junction via Chakkargaon has become a hazardous trap for local residents. Complaints have poured in from concerned citizens, highlighting the perilous state of the stretch, particularly due to poor lighting conditions at night.
The digging work, initiated by unknown agency to lay underground cables, has left several open trenches without proper reflective markings or safety barriers. The absence of warning signs makes it nearly impossible for pedestrians and vehicles to identify these hazards, especially after dark. Additionally, spilled earth on the road has further exacerbated the danger, causing significant issues for two-wheelers.
Many residents have reported minor accidents, with some sustaining injuries after falling into the unmarked trenches. The lack of streetlights along the stretch makes navigating the area at night even more treacherous, raising concerns about the possibility of a major accident.
Residents have expressed their frustration, accusing the administration of waiting for a serious mishap before taking corrective action. The careless approach by contractors in carrying out the work has drawn sharp criticism, with demands for immediate intervention by the authorities.
“It’s irresponsible and dangerous. The contractors must be instructed to properly mark the trenches with reflective signs and fill them promptly after completing the work,” said a local resident.
The public is urging the administration to ensure that contractors adhere to safety protocols and take immediate measures to address the issue. Proper signage, reflective markings, and the timely restoration of the road are essential to prevent further accidents and ensure the safety of the community.
The onus now lies on the administration to act swiftly and ensure accountability, setting a precedent for safer and more responsible public works in the region.
Lighting the Way: Harinagar Residents Celebrate Installation of Electric Poles and Streetlights
Rabindranath Biswas
Harinagar, Dec. 27: The residents of Ward No. 6, Harinagar Village, under Gram Panchayat Harinagar gave a smile of deep satisfaction and relief as their long-pending demand of installation of electric poles with streetlight cables along the 800-meter-long CC road in the area has finally been fulfilled recently.
According to information, there was a significant milestone for the residents of Ward No. 6, Harinagar Village, under Gram Panchayat Harinagar, as their long-pending demand has finally been fulfilled. Talking to Andaman Sheekha Daily, Shri Manojit Halder, Pradhan of Gram Panchayat Harinagar said that the residents of Ward No. 6, Harinagar village had been demanding for erecting electric poles and drawing streetlight cables on them along the 800-meter-long CC road stretching from ATR (NH-4) to Shri Dulal Baroi’s house as the residents had to face a lot of hardships in absence of the electric lines in the area. However, residents were reportedly very happy to see the electric poles erected and overhead cables drawn for electrification in the area, the Pradhan said. The relentless efforts and regular correspondence over the past two years by the Pradhan to this effect and the dedicated efforts of the newly posted Assistant Engineer (Electricity) Mayabunder Shri Kalidas Mazumder and Shri Prasenjit Samadder Junior Engineer Nimbudera altogether yielded the fulfillment of this long cherished demand of the residents, Mr. Halder added. Furthermore, expressing his deep gratitude, the Pradhan further said that there was unwavering support of the officers from the A & N Administration and the Electricity Department.
This accomplishment not only enhanced the infrastructure of Harinagar but also ensured better lighting and safety for its residents, the elated Pradhan further added.
ANTCC mourns the passing of Former Prime Minister of India Dr. Manmohan Singh
Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 27: The Andaman & Nicobar Territorial Congress Committee paid rich tributes to the Late Former Prime Minister of India and the architect of modern India Dr. Manmohan Singh who passed away on Thursday (December 26, 2024) at the age of 92.
Mr. TSG Bhasker, Chairman, Campaign Committee – ANTCC led the partymen in paying floral tributes to the Departed Leader which was followed by a 2 minute Silence. The State leadership of the DMK Party, CPI (M) Party and the TDP Party were also present and they paid their tribute to Dr. Manmohan Singh.
As a mark of respect for Dr. Manmohan Singh, the ANTCC has cancelled all programmes for next seven days.
Dr. Manmohan Singh’s journey from a common background to becoming an economist, Governor of the Reserve Bank, Finance Minister, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, and Prime Minister is inspirational for everyone.
He will always be remembered for his visionary thinking and deep insights while always being humble and upholding his personal values.
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