Archives for March 27, 2023

Port Blair, Mar 27: Several youths belonging to various local youth associations joinedCongress party here on Monday under the leadership of ANTCC President Mr.Rangalal Halder and ANTCC Campaign Committee Chairman Mr. TSG Bhasker tostrengthen the hands of Congress leader Mr. Rahul Gandhi.

The joining was held in the presence of City Congress President Mr. Mohd.Zubair, NSUI State President Mr. M.A Sajid, Chairman Adivasi Congress Mr.Sebastian Tirkey, Ex-DCC leader Mr. Abdul Shabir and Congress leader Mr.Sai Prasad. The new entrants reposed their faith in the programmes andpolicies of Congress Party.

Mr. Halder & Mr. Bhasker welcomed the youths who joined the party andcalled upon them to serve the Islanders and strengthen the party

Port Blair, Mar 27: ‘Up-scaling Aapda Mitra Scheme’ is an approved scheme of Government of India which is being implemented by National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in partnership with State/UT Governments and State Disaster Management Authorities. The scheme aims to provide community volunteers with the basic skills they will require for responding to their community’s immediate needs during and in the aftermath of a disaster. These trained volunteers can assist in saving lives using the basic techniques of disaster response, coordination and management.
The A&N Administration is implementing the Scheme in all three Districts of A&N Islands targeting to train 300 community volunteers under the scheme, out of which, 191 Aapda Mitra Volunteers of South Andaman and N&M Andaman were trained by organizing 12 days trainings at Port Blair, Rangat and Mayabunder. The trained Aapda Mitras will play a critical role in reducing the impact of disasters by supporting in response, relief, and recovery efforts with the Administration.
Why Aapda Mitras are so important:
Early Warning and Preparedness: Aapda Mitras play a vital role in early warning systems and preparedness activities. They help to educate communities about the risks of disasters and how to prepare for them, including creating emergency kits and evacuation plans.
Rapid Response: When a disaster strikes, Aapda Mitras can quickly mobilize to assist with search and rescue operations, provide first aid, distribute emergency supplies, and provide support to affected individuals and families.
Local Knowledge: Aapda Mitras are often from the local communities they serve, which mean they have a deep understanding of the local terrain, culture, and resources. This knowledge is critical in responding to disasters, as it helps to ensure that relief efforts are targeted and effective.
Bridge between Communities and Government: Aapda Mitras act as a bridge between communities and the government, helping to coordinate relief efforts and ensure that affected communities receive the assistance they need.
Capacity Building: Aapda Mitras are trained in disaster management, which means they can help to build the capacity of communities to respond to disasters. This can include training community members in first aid, search and rescue techniques, and other critical skills.
Overall, Aapda Mitras play a crucial role in disaster management efforts. They provide critical support to affected communities, help to reduce the impact of disasters, and build the capacity of communities to respond to future disasters.

Port Blair, Mar 27: Ration Rasheed Foundation organized an awareness programme at Haddo for empowerment of women groups and also makes them self-reliant with the support of NABARD and Unnati. Mr. C. Mohammed President Unnati highlighted SHG, JLG and SHG Federation for their upliftment economically. Mr. Rasheed, founder of the Ration Rasheed Foundation also thanked Unnati for its participation with our organization to improve the socio-economic condition of women. He further said we should take advantage of the experiences of Unnati’s chief functionary for promoting self employment. The participants also raised following issues:
1. Reservation of certain activities/ works exclusively for women groups like running of office canteen, cleaning of offices, distribution of electric bills and water charges bills etc.
2. Training on food processing products and support to set up units.
3. The space for Seashore Park is allowed to be used by SHGs.
4. Assistance for formation of SHGs.
It was decided to conduct meetings in interested Municipal wards to organize new SHGs/ JLGs for which all required assistance was ensured by Unnati.

Port Blair, Mar 27: Maharashtra Mandal, Port Blair supported to organized the Veer Savarkar cricket tournament as a tribute to Veer Savarkarji. The tournament managed and organized by two active youngstar of Chouldari village namely Mr. Prashant and Amir Khan, tournament inaugurated on 22nd January 2023 at Bachra Pahard, Choldari, and concluded on 26th March 2023.
The final match of the tournament was played between Diamand Star and Yugant. In the scoreboard, Dimand Star scored 186-9, and Yugant team’ score was 152-8. Dimand Star won the match by 34 runs, becoming the champions of the Veer Savarkar cricket tournament.
The Chief Guest of the final tournament was Mr. Gorakh Nath Patil, President of Maharashtra Mandal. He spoke about Veer Savarkar’s biography and his time spent in the Andaman cellular jail. Mr. Vijay Kumar Sadhu, Vice President of Maharashtra Mandal, was the Guest of Honor. Other dignitaries present on the occasion were Mrs. Pramila Kumari, Zilaprishad member and Ex-zila Parishad Adhakshya, Mr. Devanand Pathak, SHO, PS Orrabraj, Mrs. Tapashi Saha, Gram Panchat Pradhan Choldari, Mrs. Chaitali, Panchayat Samiti Member, Chouldari, Mr. S. Pandian, Sarpanch, and Mr. Gopal Ch Biswas of Nehru Yuva Kendra, Port Blair.
The winning team, Dimand Star, and the runners-up team, Yugant, were awarded winner and runner-up trophies, respectively. The Chief Guest and Other guests also presented individual mementos to the teams. The player of the tournament award went to Jaidev (YUGANT). Mr. Sagar(HCB) received the Best Batsman award, Mr. Raunak(CYC) received the Best Bowler award, and Mr. Yousuf(ASG) was awarded the Best Catch award. The Man of the Match title went to Hasan (Diamond Star), who was also honored with a memento. The tournament concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Mrs. Tapashi Saha, Gram Panchat Pradhan, Choldari.

Port Blair, Mar 27: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has decided to allow residents to update documents in their Aadhaar online free of cost, a people-centric move that will benefit millions of residents. As part of Digital India Initiative, the UIDAI took the decision and is urging residents to get benefit of free document update facility on myAadhaar portal. The free service is available for the next three months i.e. 15th March, 2023 to 14th June, 2023.
The UIDAI has been encouraging residents to upload Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) documents to revalidate their demographic details, especially if Aadhaar was issued 10 years back and never got updated. This will help in improved ease of living, better service delivery and enhances authentication success rate.
Residents of Andaman & Nicobar Islands may login https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/ using their Aadhaar Number and update their Aadhaar Card free of cost. If not possible, they may visit the nearest Aadhaar Centre for Document update by paying a fee of Rs. 50.

Port Blair, Mar 27: Andaman and Nicobar State Organizing Committee of CPI (M) has condoled the sudden demise of Mr. PK Beeran, retired Assistant Secretary, A & N Administration and resident of Phoenix Bay today (27.03.2023) at Port Blair. He was 73 years old. He was an office bearer of the Joint Action Committee in the Clerical Cadre while in service. CPI (M) conveyed its deepest condolences to the members of late PK Beeran.