Rangat, Jan 14: The Hon’ble Lt. Governor inaugurated the Forest Station Rangat, Middle Andaman on 13th Jan 2024 by unveiling of plaque followed by ceremonial plantation of Karanj (Milletia pinnata) in the Station premise. The Lt. Governor was briefed about the importance and usage of this initiative of the Department. He shared his experience on how a matter of 400 Kg venison (deer) was caught in South Andaman. He expressed his pleasure that now dealing Wildlife and Forest Offence cases through this Station will be easy and can be better monitored.

Kurukshetra, Jan 14: Shri M. Vinod, President, Andaman Association of Tour Operators and Director, Modern Tours and Travels attended the Mahabharat Circuit Conference and Familiarization Tour at Kurukshetra, Haryana for tourism stakeholders of the country, organised by Ministry of Tourism from 9th to 11th January.

“It was a wonderful experience not only to see the place but it also gave an opportunity to learn a lot from fellow Stakeholders”, said Vinod.

The National Executive Member of the BJP and Former State President of BJP-ANI, Mr. Vishal Jolly, has conveyed his heartfelt greetings to the residents of the islands on the joyous occasion of Makar Sankranti and Pongal. In a press release, he expressed his warm wishes, particularly directed towards the diligent farmers, for a bountiful harvest and extended hopes for increased prosperity in their lives. Mr. Jolly emphasized the significance of these festivals and wished all islanders a joyful and prosperous celebration of Makar Sankranti and Pongal.

Port Blair, Jan 14: ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute (CIARI) in collaboration with National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development, Port Blair conducted skill development training on “Freshwater Ornamental Fish Culture for Entrepreneurship Development” for the youths at ICAR-CIARI, Garacharma during 10-12 January, 2024. The training programme was conducted under the chairmanship of Dr. E. B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI. A total of 20 trainees comprising of 12 females and 8 males attended the training programme.

On this holy occasion of 'Pongal' and 'Makar Sankranti,' I send my warmest regards and heartiest greetings to the respectful people of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

The 'Pongal' festival marks the initiation of the harvest season, symbolizing the advent of prosperity, good fortune, and cherished moments.