Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 5: In a landmark initiative aimed at empowering the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVGT) Jarawas and ensuring their active participation in the democratic process, a special program was organized at their hamlet for the issuance of fresh Elector Photo Identity Card (EPIC).

Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, IAS, Chief Secretary, A&N Administration personally visited the hamlet to oversee the process along with Shri Arjun Sharma, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, South Andaman and Shri Vinayak Chamadia, IAS, Additional District Magistrate/Sub-Divisional Magistrate, emphasizing the Administration’s commitment to inclusivity and representation.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 5: Admiral D K Joshi, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM (Retd.), Hon’ble Lt. Governor, A&N Islands and Vice-Chairman, Islands Development Agency reviewed the presentation of the report submitted by the Transaction Advisor on development of Megapode Resort and 4 Islands Eco-Tourism projects viz. Long Island, Aves Island, Shaheed Dweep & Smith Island in PPP mode. These tourism & hospitality projects would meet 5 Star categorization by Ministry of Tourism & green building rating by India's National Rating System for Green Buildings. Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, Chief Secretary & other senior officers of A&N Administration and ANIIDCO were also present during the presentation held today at Raj Niwas.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 5: In an effort to encourage stakeholders and promote the PM SVANidhi scheme, Shri Arjun Sharma, IAS, Deputy Commissioner (South Andaman) today facilitated ten beneficiaries of the scheme by issuing certificates of recognition. These individuals were recognized for their outstanding performance and significant contributions to their family's livelihood through the provisions of the PM SVANidhi scheme.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 5: Sports Authority of India (SAI), STC Sri Vijay Puram women rowing team won Silver Medals in the event category 2000 metre of the 44th Junior and 7th Inter State Challenger National Rowing Championship held at Pune, Maharashtra today. The successful participants Ms. Sneha Toppo and Ms. P. Alagammal are residential trainees of SAI, Sri Vijaya Puram and are trained under the international medalist coaches, Arjuna Awardee Shri Jenil Krishnan, Shri Justin J. Thomas and Shri Manish Kr. Tiwari.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec 5: Nehru Yuva Kendra (NYK), Sri Vijaya Puram, inaugurated the District-Level Yuva Utsav - 2024 at Tagore Government College of Education, Middle Point, Sri Vijaya Puram. The event, aimed at fostering creativity, leadership, and social responsibility among youth, is being held under the overarching theme of Panch Pran, focusing on building a developed and united India.