Port Blair, April 1: In continuation with the intensive drive, the Police teams of South Andaman District Police are making all possible efforts to curb down the menace of illegal sale of illicit liquor, contraband drugs and violation of Model Code of Conduct in their concerned jurisdictions. During the period of 16th to 31st March, 2024, a total of 65 Excise cases were registered in different Police Stations of South Andaman District leading to the arrest of 65 persons. A total of 188.405 litres of IMFL, 228.98Kgs of Handia & 24 Ltrs of illicit liquor were seized. Additionally, cash amounting to Rs. 251,050 was seized for violation of the MCC. Further, regular jungle searches are being conducted and 115 liters of lehan were recovered and destroyed.

Second Randomization of EVMs for Polling Station-Wise Distribution Held

Port Blair, April 1: The second randomization of Electronic Voting Machines was held today in the Conference Hall of District Office, South Andaman under the Chairmanship of the Returning Officer, Andaman & Nicobar Islands Parliamentary Constituency, Shri Arjun Sharma, IAS in the presence of the General Observer of the Constituency, Shri B.N. Singh, IAS, Shri Vinayak Chamadia, IAS, Nodal Officer (EVM/MCC) and contesting candidates & their representatives.

Port Blair, April 1: The passengers and general public have been informed that, in connection with the General Election-2024, the sailing schedules in respect of Mainland/Inter-Island/Foreshore Sector will be affected. Therefore, passengers and tourists have been advised to plan their journey suitably to avoid any inconvenience.

Port Blair, April 1: The cargo vessel MV Chuglam will sail for Campbell Bay via Teressa, Katchal & Nancowry on 05.04.2024 at 0900 Hrs from Haddo/Chatham Wharf and will sail for Port Blair immediately after discharging/loading of Cargo at respective ports. Booking of cargo for the above sailing will commence from 02.04.2024 onwards between 0900 Hrs& 1300 Hrs at Commercial Wing.

Port Blair, March 28: The Scrutiny of the Nomination papers for the General Elections to the House of People from Andaman and Nicobar Islands Parliamentary Constituency was held today in the Conference Hall of the Office of the Returning Officer, ANIPC in the presence of the General Observer, aspiring candidates and the authorized representatives of the Political Parties.