Archives for April 24, 2025

Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr. 24: The Department of Art & Culture, A&N Administration proposes to organize a ‘Film Festival’, tentatively in the month of May/June 2025. In this regard, the Department invites passionate filmmakers and creative storytellers to showcase their works in the field of cinema. The festival will feature a selection of films from diverse genres, offering the local audience a rich cinematic experience and giving creators an opportunity to present their work to a wider audience.
The interested film makers, organizations & distributors from these Islands and outside may come forward in screening of short films, documentaries or feature films. Individual or agencies interested in screening good films, free of any charges, during this Film Festival, are invited to submit their entries to the Director (Art & Culture). They are requested to email the details of their films or queries, if any, to artand.culture@and.nic.in or contact Shri Sujit Kr Roy over Phone no. 9933241678/9531898393. The last date for submission of entries will be May 2, 2025.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr 24: It is brought to the notice of the general consumers and government departments that power supply will remain suspended at Part of Dollygunj, part of Pahargaon, ICMR Colony area, part of School Line and Water Treatment Plant area at Lamba lane areas on 26.04.2025 (Saturday)) from 1000 hrs. to 1300 Hrs. if required, due to precautionary isolation of underground power cables during undertaking the trenching work in front of Anand Paradise road by APWD.
The aforementioned time is tentative. If the work is completed before the scheduled time, the feeders will be recharged accordingly.
For further inquiries, please visit the Electricity Department’s website at https://vidyut.andaman.gov.in.
Consumers facing any issues related to the power supply may call the toll-free number 1800-345-1111 to register their complaints.
The inconvenience caused is regretted.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr. 24: As part of the capacity building initiatives under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA), a District Level Training Workshop on ‘GST Filing in Gram Panchayats’ was organized today at the SPRC Training Hall, Directorate of RD, PRIs & ULBs. The workshop was designed to empower Panchayat Secretaries and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) with essential knowledge and practical skills related to Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance at the Panchayat level.
The inaugural address was delivered by Shri Bijoy Kumar Das, State Nodal Officer (RGSA), who highlighted the significance of GST compliance for enhancing transparency and financial discipline in local self-governance. A comprehensive overview session on GST filing was led by Shri Dipankar Bera, Superintendent, CGST & CX, A & N Division. This was followed by an in-depth technical session on ‘GST Filing in Gram Panchayats’ conducted by Shri Amit Parashar, Inspector, CGST & CX, A & N Division.
Participants actively engaged in a doubt-clearing session, where practical challenges and queries were addressed by both resource persons. The PMU Team facilitated a post-lunch discussion and feedback session, gathering valuable insights from the field functionaries.
Earlier, the training began with the registration of participants, followed by a welcome address by Ms. K.A. Prameela, Assistant Director (RD/Panch). The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri Thiru Murugan, Panchayat Secretary, Directorate of RD, PRIs & ULBs, who expressed gratitude to the resource persons and acknowledged the enthusiastic participation of the attendees.
The workshop conducted under the RGSA scheme, reflects the Directorate’s ongoing commitment to building strong and capable Panchayati Raj Institutions through targeted training, handholding support, and knowledge dissemination.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr 24: As part of the on-going Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, community-based Awareness Programmes on Drug Abuse and Prevention were successfully conducted at Collinpur and Tushnabad Gram Panchayats. These initiatives aimed to educate the public on the dangers of alcohol and substance abuse while promoting early intervention, community vigilance, and collective responsibility to build a drug-free society. The programmes were organized by the Directorate of Social Welfare in collaboration with the Police (Anti-Narcotics), IRCA (South Andaman), and the Health Department. The programmes saw active participation from students of Classes 7 to 12, Anganwadi workers, Mukhya Sevika, PRI members, and the Pradhans and Up-Pradhans of the respective Panchayats. Local residents also attended in large numbers, showing strong community support. The sessions featured keynote lectures by Ms. Asrita Falia, along with expert talks from Dr. M.K. Mahato, (IRCA), Mr. Rathin Mallick, Psychologist cum Counsellor (NTCP/ DHS), and Mr. Sanjay Yadav, ASI (Anti-Narcotics – Police Department).
Discussions focused on the consequences of alcohol and substance abuse, how to identify early signs and take precautions, and real-life scenarios illustrating the impact of substance use. Speakers also highlighted strategies for raising awareness within communities, how to access de-addiction centers and available support systems, and the procedures for reporting drug-related activities. Important helpline numbers such as 112 for emergency assistance were shared with attendees. The programmes served as a meaningful platform for engagement and sensitization, reinforcing the importance of awareness, timely support, and a united community effort in combating drug abuse and fostering a healthier, safer society.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr. 24:Firing Practice will be carried out at NSCB Dweep scheduled on Apr. 25 from 1530 hrs to 1800hrs & 2000 hrs to 2200 hrs, and on Apr. 29 from 1530 hrs to 1900 hrs and Apr. 29 to 30 from 2100 hrs to 0400 hrs.
All concerned have been warned to keep themselves and their vehicle/livestock away from the firing range during the mentioned dates and times.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr. 24:The Science Centre, located at Goodwill Estate, Corbyn’s Cove Road, Sri Vijaya Puram is organizing “Holiday Camp” for the benefit of the students studying in Class VI to VIII w.e.f May 2 to 30, 2025. The training shall be given in the following trades/disciplines: – Aero Modeling, Fun Chemistry, Creative Science, Robotronics, Fun Biology, Rocket Modeling, 3D Modeling & Drone Making. The camp is ear marked weekly for two subjects during which the subject will be dealt in details with hands on experiments.
Registration of students shall commence from April 25 & shall continue till April 27, 2025 from 10.30 am to 5 pm by paying a registration fee of Rs. 500/- per trade alongwith a xerox copy of Aadhaar Card.
Further for the pickup & drop of the students during the ensuing camp, the Science Centre shall be providing two bus services covering all the places in & around Sri Vijaya Puram on payment of Rs. 250/- per trade per week. Further details one may contact over Phone No: 9434263302.