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Wandoor, April 8: The Andaman and Nicobar Environment Team (ANET)/Dakshin Foundation organised its Open Day at the ANET field station in North Wandoor on Sunday, 6 April 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
ANET is a multidisciplinary research hub and an environmental intervention and education centre in the Andaman Islands. It aims to address issues of contemporary significance to the islands and to develop effective conservation strategies based on a sound understanding of the islands’ diverse social-ecological systems. Established in 1993, the idea of the ANET field station was born out of a series of pioneering wildlife surveys and expeditions in the 1970s, led by Romulus Whitaker and colleagues from the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust (MCBT). Over the years, along with its own independent activities, ANET has carried out independent research and facilitated collaborative partnerships with several government and civil society organisations. ANET is now owned and operated by Dakshin Foundation, a long-term institutional partner of MCBT, and aims to continue its unique legacy.
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Sri Vijaya Puram, April 7: Sonalika Publications in association with ‘Port Blair Guru Ki Rasoi’ organised the few of its kinds story telling session for the children of Bethany Child Care Institution on Sunday April 6, 2025. The session was organised at Bageecha – an initiative of Andaman Chronicle.
The session was led by Ms. Sangita Puri, Headmistress, Navy Children School who had volunteered to educate the special children through fun and learning. Ms. Puri used images and puppets to explain a story of a grandmother who lived in poverty, yet could teach her granddaughter lessons of gratitude and perseverance with her wisdom.
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Sri Vijaya Puram, April 8: The District Administration, South Andaman has intensified its efforts to address the issue of encroachments through continuous eviction drives across the District. This initiative aims to remove unauthorized structures and restore Government lands and public spaces from encroachments by unscrupulous elements.
In a recent drive, revenue officials from Sri Vijaya Puram Tehsil successfully removed encroachments including fencing and a temporary unauthorized structure in Dudh line village. A total area of 1000 square meters of Government land has been successfully reclaimed and restored to the Government Khata.
Read more: Swift Eviction Drive by District Administration, South Andaman Reclaims Encroached Land
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Sri Vijaya Puram, April 8: The Rotary Club of Port Blair, under the leadership of its President Mr. Sagar Khurana, proudly announced its flagship initiative—the "Artificial Limbs Project", a free-of-cost artificial limb and mobility aid distribution camp for the differently-abled residents of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
This noble project will be held from April 10 to April 14, 2025, in collaboration with Mahavir Seva Sadan, Kolkata and the CRC Centre, with active support from the local administration.
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Chouldari, April 7: The 3rd Edition of “Checkmate on Streets – Chess for Everyone” concluded with great energy and community spirit this evening at Chouldari Junction, South Andaman, drawing an enthusiastic and diverse crowd of chess lovers from the local community and beyond.
Organized as a unique street chess initiative, the event transformed the busy Chouldari junction into a lively, open-air chess arena, where enthusiasts of all ages engaged in friendly yet spirited games. The vibrant street-side atmosphere, filled with spectators, laughter, and thoughtful moves, truly brought the spirit of the game alive.
Read more: “Checkmate on Streets” Captivates Chouldari with Community Chess Celebration