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Swaraj Dweep Gram Panchayat Earns Rs. 65000 from Dry Wastes
Port Blair, March 28: The Directorate of RD & PRIs has finalized the collection, transportation, management and processing of Dry Waste generated in rural areas of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands through authorized recycler with the objective of converting waste to wealth.
Proper management of waste is important for building sustainable and liveable atmosphere in the Islands. Recently, Gram Panchayat- Swaraj Dweep under Prothrapur Block in South Andaman District handed over more than 18000 Kgs of Dry Waste containing bailed plastic, cardboard etc. collected from the Gram Panchayat to the authorized recycler.
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I extend my best wishes to the people of Andaman and Nicobar Islands on the joyous occasion of Holi.
Holi is a festival cherished through colors that symbolize the power of love and the victory of good over evil. The festival of Holi marks the beginning of spring every year and adds happiness to the lives of people.
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Port Blair, March 28: Indian Coast Guard conducted Community Interaction Programme at Dignabad Govt. School Hall on 26 Mar 21 with local fishermen and their families and representatives from fisheries department. During the CIP, 50-55 fishermen alongwith their families were present. During the course of conduct Asst Comdt Atul Kumar Verma and Rakesh Kumar, Adhikari addressed the gathering about Search and Rescue set up in India, especially in Port Blair and explained various precautionary measures to be followed while venturing out for fishing. The fishermen-were enlightened on effective usage of SAR toll free number 1554. Theoretical briefing was followed by practical demonstration of Safety Equipment. The fishermen were also exhorted to carry life saving gears such as life jackets etc.
Read more: ICG Conducts Community Interaction Programme at Dignabad
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Port Blair, March 28: Shri. Ajoy Bairagi, State President, Bharatiya Janata Party has wished the Islanders on the auspicious occasion of Holi. Holi again signifies the triumph of good over evil. The festival of colours is celebrated throughout India with much fanfare. People wait for holi and prepare to celebrate the festival for months.
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Port Blair, March 28: Thunderstorm with lightning accompanied by gusty wind with speed reaching 30 to 40 Kmph likely to occur at one or two places over Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The warning is valid from 28th March 2021 to 1st April 2021.