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Diglipur, Feb 10: Acting on the credible information regarding illegal poaching activities in Landfall Island, a joint Anti-poaching operation was launched by North & Middle Andaman District and A&N Command with the personnel of LOP East Island, IRBn, PS Diglipur, Indian Coast Guard and Forest. During the operation, initially one Myanmarese engine dinghy was sighted in the creeks of the Landfall island, the northern most islands of A&N Islands. Acting swiftly, the team apprehended 01 Myanmarese national who was found to be engaged in poaching activities along with the said engine dinghy. It was inferred that more poachers would be in the jungles and an extensive jungle combing exercise was launched.
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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb. 10: The 'Pariksha Pe Charcha'-2025 programme was screened live in the conference hall of DBRAIT, Sri Vijaya Puram today by the Education Department of A&N Administration. School students from different schools of town witnessed the live 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' programme, drawing inspiration from the motivational words of the Hon'ble Prime Minister. About 300 students of class 10th and 12th from various schools of Sri Vijaya Puram who will be appearing for the board exams witnessed the programme and were motivated through the enriching words of our Hon’ble Prime Minister.
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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb 10: As part of our relentless efforts to enhance road safety and enforce traffic regulations, the Traffic Police Department has intensified its crackdown on reckless and unlawful driving behaviours. During the current year, significant action has been taken against violators to ensure compliance with the law and promote safer roads for all.
Around 189 vehicles seized for drunken driving & more than 30 vehicles confiscated for reckless driving, modified silencers and pressure horns. These bikes create nuisance during evening hours and endanger road safety
Read more: Traffic Police Conducts Special Drive Against Bikers Doing Stunts and Drunken Driving
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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb. 10: National De-worming Day was observed in all the Schools including Private Schools and Anganwadi Centers across the Union Territory today. To mark the event, a State Level Program was organized by the Directorate of Health Services in association with UT Health Mission and in close coordination with Directorate of Social Welfare, Directorate of Education today in the Conference Hall of Govt. Senior Secondary School, Mohanpura with the ultimate aim to cover children between the age of 01 to 19 years through schools and Anganwadi centers as a fixed day approach. Dr. Anil Agarwal, Secretary (Health)/Mission Director (NHM) graced the occasion as chief guest while the Director of Education was the guest of honor.
Read more: National De-worming Day Observed in all Schools Across A&N Islands
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Sri Vijaya Puram, Feb 10: The Atal Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to empowering communities through education and social welfare, has announced the appointment of Advocate Suparna Biswas as the State Vice-President for the Atal Pathshala APP of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Smti. Suparna Biswas, an Advocate from Junglighat, Sri Vijaya Puram, brings a wealth of expertise and experience to this role. Her dedication to the betterment of society and her commitment to education and empowerment align seamlessly with the Foundation’s mission. She has vast knowledge about Child Rights and Child Legislations, along with practical experience working for children. Additionally, she has an excellent academic background in various subjects, including Law, Sociology, and Rural Development.