Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov. 12: The Andaman & Nicobar Police proudly announces the national debut of Ladies Pipe Band at the prestigious 25th All India Police Band Competition. The event, set to take place in Shokuvi, Dimapur, Nagaland, from 16th to 22nd November 2024, will witness the participation of Bands from numerous states showcasing their exceptional talent and dedication on a national platform. This historic step marks a significant milestone, as the Ladies Pipe Band, representing the spirit and cultural heritage of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, prepares to make an indelible mark in the competition.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov. 12: The one-week compulsory training course on Coastal and Marine Biodiversity of Island Ecosystem for the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Officers gets underway on 11th November 2024 at TSG Emerald View by Zoological Survey of India, A & N Regional Centre. The training is sponsored by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India. 

Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov. 12: The State and District Level observance of World Pneumonia Day was held today, marking the official launch of the SAANS (Social Awareness & Action to Neutralize Pneumonia Successfully) Campaign. This initiative, coordinated by the District Health Society (SA) along with the State Health Society and Directorate of Health Services, aims to raise awareness and drive action on childhood pneumonia prevention and treatment. The campaign will continue until February 28, 2025.

Kadamtala, Nov. 12: Adding yet another precious feather to its crown, the Marine Police Operational Centre (MPOC), Kadamtala, under the Police Marine Force of the Andaman & Nicobar Police, successfully rescued four fishermen from perilous deep-sea conditions.

On 11th November 2024, a distress message was received from the Fisheries Department, Mayabunder, North & Middle Andaman, reporting that a fishing engine dinghy had drifted due to an engine failure. The vessel, carrying the four fishermen, was located approximately 16 kilometers offshore in the open sea.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov. 12: The Agriculture Department, South Andaman Zone in association with UTATMA organized an exposure visit under the Central Sector Scheme Extension (ATMA Scheme) today. The members of Women Self Help Groups from Ferrargunj Block and Prothrapur Block visited the Departmental Fruit Preservation Unit, Haddo and briefed on the functioning of the Unit and the importance of value addition of fruits and vegetables to enhance the income.