Archives for December 2024

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 24: A series of training programmes on “Scientific Livestock and Poultry Production” was organized by the ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-CIARI), Sri Vijaya Puram, at North and Middle Andaman in collaboration with the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, A&N Administration, on 19th and 20th December 2024 under the ‘AICRP on Pig’ and ‘AICRP on Goat’ projects. Dr. Arun Kumar De and Dr. P. Perumal, Senior Scientists from ICAR-CIARI, along with Dr. Sathish Kumar, Senior Veterinary Officer, Rangat; Dr. Dawande Kuldip Namdeo, Senior Veterinary Officer, Webi; and Dr. Sujatha Hegde, Senior Veterinary Officer, Zonal Office, Mayabunder Zone, were the experts. The first programme was held at Bakultala on 19th December 2024, with 60 farmer participants, including cattle, poultry, goat, and pig farmers from various parts of the village. The Secretary of Bakultala Gram Panchayat graced the occasion. On 20th December 2024, another training programme was organized at Karmatang, where 86 farmers from different parts of the village participated. The Pradhan of Karmatang Panchayat was the chief guest. On the same day, a training programme was conducted at Jaipur, Nimbudera, with 48 farmers in attendance.
During these sessions, Dr. P. Perumal provided an in-depth explanation of the scientific rearing of livestock and poultry, emphasizing infertility control and the management of gynecological issues in livestock. Dr. Arun Kumar De focused on scientific pig rearing, detailing practices from birth to market age, control of ecto- and endo-parasites, prevention of neonatal piglet anemia, and the use of ICAR-CIARI products for livestock. He also highlighted the importance of conserving indigenous livestock and poultry breeds of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Dr. Sathish Kumar, Dr. Dawande Kuldip Namdeo, and Dr. Sujatha Hegde discussed sustainable livestock rearing, focusing on seasonal diseases and proper nutritional care for animals. The participating farmers expressed their gratitude to the Senior Veterinary Officers for their prompt responses and dedicated efforts in ensuring proper health care for livestock and poultry. The overall programme was organized under the supervision of Dr.Eaknath B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI, Sri Vijaya Puram.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 24: As part of the continued efforts to enhance Citizen-Centric Service Delivery, an Online Payment facility for e-District services was launched by Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, IAS, Chief Secretary of the A & N Administration, in the presence of the Deputy Commissioner (SA) and other senior officials on 24th December 2024, at 10:00 AM, at Sri Vijaya Puram. This initiative is part of the District Administration’s celebration of Good Governance Week, under the theme “Prashasan Gaon Ki Aur.” The integration of the online payment system will further bridge the gap and bring governance to the doorstep of every citizen.
The Online payment system offers multiple payment options for citizens, including:-
• Net Banking
• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• UPI (Unified Payments Interface)
Under the UPI option, citizens can use any UPI app to make payments via QR code. This facility will certainly ease the process for the public by eliminating the need to visit the CSC or District office for payments making the service truly end-to-end online.

 

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 24: Vessel Sindhu which sailed from Chennai is expected to arrive at Sri Vijaya Puram tomorrow (Dec. 25) at 0600 hrs. She has 287 passengers & 1 Infant on board with 106 MT cargo. On arrival at Sri Vijaya Puram, the vessel will be berthed at Haddo Wharf and passengers will be disembarked immediately.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 24: The Andaman and Nicobar Pollution Control Committee (ANPCC), Department of Science and Technology, Andaman and Nicobar Administration has urged the general public and industrial stakeholders to responsibly manage and dispose of waste generated in domestic and industrial setups in accordance with the Municipal Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016. Effective waste management is critical to maintaining the pristine environment of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and ensuring the health and well-being of the community.
For domestic setups, residents have been requested to segregate waste at the source and hand over to the Municipal authorities for proper processing and disposal. Industries operating in the region have been mandated to follow best practices for waste management by implementing waste segregation, recycling and safe disposal protocols. All industrial units must ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including obtaining necessary consents from ANPCC for waste generation and treatment. Hazardous industrial waste should be disposed of through authorized agencies and untreated wastewater must not be discharged into the environment. Industries have also been encouraged to adopt cleaner technologies and reduce waste generation at the source.
The public have been urged to avoid open dumping and burning of waste, as these practices can lead to air, water, and soil pollution.
In light of the growing concern regarding cigarette and bidi butt litter, ANPCC also highlights the importance of their proper disposal. Cigarette and bidi butts, though small in size, pose a significant environmental threat due to their non-biodegradable components and toxic chemicals. Local authorities have been requested to include the provisions in Municipal Bye-laws to prohibit smoking in public areas and workplaces and to impose fines for littering cigarette butts. Commercial establishments, particularly those with designated smoking zones, must provide adequate arrangements for the collection and disposal of cigarette and bidi butts in a manner that minimizes environmental impact.
The ANPCC emphasizes that collective effort is vital to achieving a clean and sustainable environment. The cooperation of every individual and organization in adhering to waste management guidelines is crucial for preserving the unique biodiversity of A&N Islands. By reducing, reusing, and recycling waste, we can minimize our ecological footprint and contribute to a greener and healthier future. Together, let us pledge to protect our environment and ensure a sustainable legacy for generations to come.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 24: Doordarshan Kendra, Sri Vijaya Puram will telecast ‘Doctors Speak’ Live phone-in programme on the Topic – “Kidney Stone causes, signs & symptoms and homeopathic treatment” on 25.12.2024 (Wednesday) from 5:30 pm to 6.00 pm. Dr. Smita Narayan, Medical Officer (Homoeo), will be the expert in the Studio answering to the queries of the viewers. Viewers can participate in this LIVE Phone-in programme by dialling on Phone No 244745 or 217213.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 24: As part of the Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DARPG), Government of India initiative, the District Administration of South Andaman has successfully organized the Good Governance Week (Sushasan Saptah) campaign under the theme “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore” from 19^th  December to 24^th December 2024. The campaign aimed to bring governance closer to the people and included several events designed to enhance public access to government services and address grievances directly at the community level.

As part of this, grievance redressal camps were held at multiple locations, including the Community Hall in Mithakhari, Haddo, Wandoor, Harminder Bay village, and Hutbay in Little Andaman respectively, addressing public grievances and providing government services at the door step of the citizen.

The camp held at Mithakhari Community Hall under the chairmanship of Mr. Vinayak Chamadia, IAS, Assistant Commissioner, South Andaman.  The event was attended by Pradhan GP Mithakhari, Up-Adhyaksh, other PRI’s and representative from various Department. It saw active participation from local residents of Mithakhari, Muslim Basti, Ograbraj, Namunaghar, and Dundas Point. Grievances were heard, and the concerned departments were directed to resolve them on priority. Various certificates, such as Income Certificates, Resident Certificates, and Senior Citizen Certificates, were issued on the spot.

Similarly, a Camp Court was held at Wandoor Community Hall under the chairmanship of Mr. Vasant Prasand Dabholkar, IAS (P). The camp was attended by Mr. Prakash Adhikari, ZPM, Mr. Bharat Kumar Sharma, Panchayat Samiti Member, and Mr. Adhir Das, Pradhan Wandoor GP, among other public representatives. The event saw the participation of Heads of various departments including Revenue, Police, APWD, Electricity, Agriculture, Forest, Education, Civil Supplies, and Health. Several e-service certificates, including Income, Local, OBC, No Dues, and Valuation Certificates, were issued.

A Camp Court was also held at Harminder Bay village & Panchayat, Samiti Bhavan, Hutbay, Little Andaman under the chairmanship of Ms. Anuja Trivedi, IAS (P), this camp was attended by local residents and representatives from several Gram Panchayats, including Hutbay, Netaji Nagar, Ramakrishna Pur, and Vivekananda Pur. Grievances were addressed, and certificates like ST Certificates, NOCs, and Form F were issued.

Another camp was organized at Sri Vijaya Puram, chaired by Mr. Thomas Vargese, Tehsildar, Sri Vijaya Puram, in the presence of local councilors Mr. Sahul Hameed and Mr. Someshwar Rao. Public representatives and citizens interacted with officials to discuss and resolve various issues. Symbolic e-governance certificates were issued to citizens during the event.

The week-long celebrations, conducted under the aegis of the Prime Minister’s vision for Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore (Administration Towards Villages), emphasized the core values of 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 24: The Lieutenant Governor, Andaman & Nicobar Islands has revised the Minimum Rates of Wages across 6 Schedules of Employment in addition to Govt. Departments/Offices/Industrial Establishments as mandated under the provisions of Minimum Wages Act, 1948 in the UT of A&N Islands w.e.f. 1^st January, 2025. The Revised Rates of Minimum Wages are as under:-

Category of employee	Minimum wage per day
Unskilled	Rs. 641.00
Semi-Skilled/Unskilled Supervisory	Rs. 722.00
Skilled/Clerical	Rs. 845.00
Highly Skilled	Rs. 928.00

An order copy of revised rates of minimum wages may be downloaded from www.labour.and.nic.in. All employers of the establishments have been requested to comply with the revised rates, failing which, punitive action as per the provisions of Minimum Wages, 1948 and its Rules made thereunder shall be initiated.

 

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 24: In exercise of power conferred under M.V. Act 1988 (Act No.59 of 1988) read with Administration’s Notification No./2008/F.No.32-95/2008-TR dated 10^th March, 2008, the District Magistrate, South Andaman District has notified for the information of all concerned that  the road leading from Hayat Singh Junction to RBV Junction has been notified as:

• One way during ITF between 1500 hrs to 2200 hrs from 27^th December, 2024 to 31^st December, 2024.
• No vehicle except 02 wheelers shall be allowed to proceed towards VIP Road from Hayat Singh Junction.
• No heavy vehicle shall be allowed to proceed to ITF from RBV Junction. They shall opt the route towards Junglighat or Police Line to their destination.

Further, the parking for two wheelers and four wheelers are notified at the following designated places:

Four Wheeler Parking:

• Inside Airport
• Rear side of the ITF Ground
• Left side from Gurumandir Junction towards ITF
• Right side from Hayat Singh Junction to Old CCS Junction, Junglighat
• Zilla Parishad Office parking

Two Wheeler Parking:

• Infront of RCS & Education Office
• Right side from Gurumandir Junction towards ITF
• Left side from Hayat Singh Junction to Old CCS Junction, Junglighat