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Port Blair, Oct. 19: The Member of Parliament, Shri. Kuldeep Rai Sharma has demanded immediate resumption of the Kolkata ship service via Mayabunder, a lifeline for the residents of Mayabunder and the northern regions of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary, A&N Administration, the Member of Parliament said that for an extended period, a well-established practice had been in place, where ships to Kolkata were scheduled via Mayabunder from Port Blair, occurring monthly once or twice. This strategic arrangement aimed to provide the local population with a more convenient and accessible means of transportation, eliminating the need for them to undertake the arduous journey to Port Blair to access ships or flights to Kolkata.
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Port Blair, Oct. 19: The BRC South Andaman with the support of Pankh Andaman (NGO) inaugurated a Resource Room for the children with special needs at Govt. Senior Secondary School Junglighat on October 13th 2023. Pankh facilitated the children with basic learning essentials and also furnishing the Resource Room.
Shri Gyan Sheel Dubey, Deputy Education officer, South Andaman inaugurated the resource room which was followed by a cultural programme presented by the special children and a cake cutting ceremony. Gifts were also given to all the special children.
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Port Blair, Oct. 19: As the nation gears up to observe National Police Commemoration Day on 21st October, solemn tribute will be paid to the brave men and women of various Central Armed Forces (CAFs), Central Police Organizations (CPOs) and States/UTs Police forces, who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty by A&NI Police at Police Lines, Port Blair. This day holds great significance as it serves as a poignant reminder of the selflessness and dedication exhibited by our law enforcement/security personnel. Till now, 53 Nos. of Police personnel of A&N Police have lost their lives in line of duty serving for our nation.
Read more: A&N Police to Observe National Police Commemoration Day on Oct. 21
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Port Blair, Oct. 19: The Andaman Nicobar Territorial President, Shri. Rangalal Halder has raised the demand that concerning the well-being of the patients at the Primary Health Centers (PHCs) in Hutbay and R.K Pur.
In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary, A&N Administration, Halder said that the doctors and staff nurses in the PHCs have been actively raising donations and collections to ensure that the patients receive the nutrition they require during their stay at the Hospital.
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Port Blair, Oct. 19: A sensitisation-cum-awareness camp was conducted for the Andamanese PVTGs community on ‘Ill effects of Alcohol and Tobacco’ today. Dr. Anand Lingeswaran, MD (Psychiatry), Associate Professor & Head, Department of Psychiatry, ANIIMS through a powerpoint presentation explained in detail about the detrimental effects of different obnoxious items, consumption and its bad effects on the personal, social and community life. He reiterated that there is an urgent need for awareness among the community for a better and healthier life.