Archives for December 1, 2023

Today, on 2nd December, as Assam commemorates its Foundation Day, I extend my warmest greetings to the people of Assam residing in these Islands.
This auspicious day marks the embodiment of unity, resilience, and cultural diversity that define the essence of this beautiful State. Let us join today in commemorating the proud heritage, remarkable journey and progress of Assam and honor the contributions of its people and their unwavering spirit.
On this occasion, I again extend my heartfelt greetings and wishes for continued progress, prosperity and peaceful progress of Assam and its residents in this beautiful archipelago.

(Admiral D K Joshi)
PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM (Retd.)
Lt. Governor, A & N Islands
&
Vice Chairman, Islands Development Agency

Port Blair, Dec 01: Shri Kuldeep Rai Sharma, the Member of Parliament of Andaman and Nicobar Islands has requested the Chief Secretary of Andaman and Nicobar Administration to revise the trade test timings for Electricity Mazdoor and Swimming Test for candidates who have successfully qualified in various examinations, as outlined by the recent A & N Administration order.
In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary, the Member of Parliament pointed out that two crucial trade tests have been scheduled on the same day, causing considerable confusion and anxiety among candidates who have applied for both positions.
He added that the trade test for the Electricity Mazdoor is scheduled for 3rd December at 6.00 AM, while the Swimming Test is scheduled for the same day at 7.00 AM. This scheduling conflict poses a significant challenge for candidates who have applied for both positions, as attending both trade tests appears impossible, resulting in a potential loss for them.
In this regard, he requested the Chief Secretary to consider revising the trade test timings for both positions.
“By adjusting the schedules, candidates will have the opportunity to participate in both trade tests without undue pressure or potential loss,” he added.

Port Blair, Dec 01: The ANTCC Campaign Committee Chairman Mr. TSG Bhasker has written a letter to the Lt. Governor, A&N Islands on Friday requesting him to re-employ the Nursing Staffs who were recruited during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In the letter, Mr. Bhasker said that the Health Department had recruited on an Emergency Basis around 111 staffs in various posts such as Nursing Officer, ANM, Ward Attendants, Ayahs, Safai Karmacharis etc. to tide over the crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic. From May, 2020 till December, 2020 they have been employed by the NHRM and after March, 2021 till date they have been employed by the DHS on contract basis. During this period many of them have crossed the age limit for applying for the regular posts which were advertised by the Department.
He added that these staffs had risked their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic and had to live separately from their families and serve the Islanders who were very badly affected by the pandemic.
“They were given a consolidated pay of Rs. 16,000 for Nursing Officer, Rs. 13,000 for ANM and Rs. 12000 for Ayahs, Safai Karmacharis and Ward Attendants. Many of them have families to support and despite of all the constraints they have worked in various Islands like Car Nicobar, Kamorta, Teressa, Hutbay etc. where the living conditions are not very conducive”, stated Mr. Bhasker.
He further mentioned that the contract of these staffs was extended from time to time but after September, 2023 their extension was stopped. However they have been working in the Department without pay considering the hardships which will be faced by the patients due to the lack of staffs.
He brought the attention of Lt. Governor towards the posts lying vacant in the ANIIMS and requested him to recommend the posting of these staffs in ANIIMS so that their families can survive.
Mr. Bhasker also notified the clear cut guidelines of Central Government in which it gave direction to all the Health Departments of States & UT’s to consider favourably the candidates who have worked during the COVID-19 pandemic and to also give them preference in regular appointments with additional marks for the period of their service.
Hence, he requested the Lt. Governor to consider the re-employment of the staffs who have worked during the COVID-19 pandemic even if it is on contract basis, so that they can support their families.

Port Blair, Dec 01: In a decisive operation conducted on November 28, 2023, a dedicated team from PS Pahargaon, led by Inspector Mariam, successfully intercepted and seized a Wooden Engine Dinghy named “BEDFULLY” bearing registration number IND AN SA. MO. No. /2210 at Attam Pahad Kilan.
During the raid, the police team discovered a significant quantity of Padauk wood on board the dinghy, including 58 pieces of Padauk wood planks (size: 72 x 2.5 x 200CM), 04 pieces of Padauk wood planks (size: 72 x 2.5 x 100CM), and 58 pieces of Padauk wood beams (size: 16 x 10 x 220 CM). The vessel also contained two individuals, identified as C.H. Prabhas (33 yrs) and Dinesh Tirkey (35 yrs), both unable to produce any documents verifying the legal purchase or transportation of the recovered Padauk wood.
In light of their inability to provide satisfactory responses, the police team seized both the forest products and the Wooden Engine Dinghy on the spot. The individuals on board were promptly detained and identified as C.H. Prabhas, son of Late C.H. Danaiah, residing in Tsunami Shelter Nayashahar,
and Dinesh Tirkey, son of Late Vinod Tirkey, residing in Tushnabad Ranchi Basti. The seized forest products, along with the engine dinghy and the detained individuals, were subsequently handed over to Forest Officials for further investigation and legal proceedings.
The entire operation was carried out under the close supervision of Mr. Sunny Gupta, IPS, SDPO South Andaman and under the overall direction of Mr. Kalaivanan. R, IPS, Superintendent of Police, South Andaman District.
The General Public is requested to share information with Police at 112, 03192-232100 (Police Control room).The informant will be suitably rewarded and his/her identity will be kept secret.

Port Blair, Dec 01: With reference to the Recruitment Notice published by A&N Police vide No.DGP/RC/DR/2023/112/2181 dated 09.05.23, it is brought to the notice of all candidates that all sets of Question Papers & their corresponding Answer Keys of Graduate Level Written Examination conducted by A&N Police Department on 30.07.23, 31.07.23 & 01.08.23 have been uploaded on the A&N Police website (https://police.andaman.gov.in), which will be available from 02.12.2023 to 06.12.2023.
In case of any queries, candidates can contact Recruitment Cell, Police Headquarters, Port Blair, A&N Islands on Phone No.03192-230735 (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM on all working days).

Port Blair, Dec 01: A large number of complaints are being reported nationwide pertaining to illegal digital lending apps, which provide short term loans/ micro credits at exorbitant interest rates along with processing/hidden charges. These apps, which may not be Regulated Entities (RE) by RBI, target members of vulnerable and low income groups, and the borrowers are asked to provide mandatory access to confidential personal data like contacts, location, photos/videos, in order to avail the loans. This personal data is then misused for blackmail and harassment. The illegal apps make use of bulk SMSes. Digital advertisements, chat messengers and mobile app stores, etc. on a mass scale. All citizens are therefore advised against the usage of these illegal lending apps, for availing loans. If anyone has been cheated, blackmailed or harassed as a result of using these apps, they are advised to report the matter to the Cyber Cell, CID, Port Blair or the nearest Police Station of the area without delay.
You may also call or report online at:
Cyber Helpline No. 1930
Cyber Crime registration portal: cybercrime.gov.in