Port Blair, March 6: The Andaman & Nicobar AIDS Control Society (ANACS) in co-ordination with Blood Center, G.B. Pant Hospital, Directorate of Health Services, supported INS Utkrosh, Port Blair to organized a blood donation camp at INS Utkrosh, Port Blair on 6/03/2024as part of 40th anniversary celebrations of INAS 318. Altogether 45 units of blood were donated by the voluntary donors.

Port Blair, March 6: In a significant leap toward urban digitization, the Port Blair Municipal Council has unveiled the eNagarsewa mobile app. The inauguration, presided over by Shri. Keshav Chandra, IAS Chief Secretary of A & N Administration, in the esteemed presence of Smt. S. Selvi, Chairperson, PBMC, Shri Nikhil Kumar, IAS Comm-Cum-Secretary UD, Shri A S P S Ravipraksh, IAS Secretary UD and Shri. Dilkhush Meena, IAS Secretary PBMC. The event, attended by various senior officers from the Administration and PBMC, marked the official launch of the app, designed to streamline municipal services.

Port Blair, Mar. 6: ‘Divyangjan Kaushal Vikas Initiative’- a pioneering program aimed at empowering individuals with diverse abilities through comprehensive skill development has been launched. This initiative is a testament to the commitment to inclusivity and the belief that every individual, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities, deserves an opportunity to lead a fulfilling and independent life. By recognizing the unique talents and potential of Divyangjan (persons with disabilities), it aims to foster a society that values diversity and provides equal opportunities for all.

Port Blair, Mar. 6: The State Child Protection Society (SCPS), under Directorate of Social Welfare will be conducting Poem Writing Competition for children aged 10-18 years as part of the Swachhata Abhiyan initiative. The competition aims to encourage children to use their creativity to promote cleanliness and hygiene in their communities.

Port Blair, Mar. 6: A solemn function will be organized at the Chatham Memorial on 10th March, 2024 at 0800 Hours to commemorate the arrival of first batch of Freedom Fighters of 1857 in the Islands. The Chief Secretary, A&N Administration will lay wreath at the Memorial followed by other dignitaries. All have been invited to join the dignitaries in paying tribute to the heroes of First War of Independence.