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ERSS is a Unified Andaman Wide Response System Accessible through Single Number ‘112’

Port Blair, May 10: The government of India initiative to integrate emergency helplines into a single helpline has resulted in the rolling out of 112 number. ERSS is a unified, Andaman-wide response system, accessible through the single number 112, providing immediate assistance from agencies such as Police (100), Fire (101), Health (102) and Disaster Management.

Any citizen in distress can dial 112 from their phone, press the power button thrice on any smartphone, or long-press the “5” or “9” key on a regular phone to activate a panic call to the dedicated DIAL 112 Control Room. Additionally, SOS alerts can be sent via email or by using the 112 India mobile app, available for free on Google Play Store and Apple Store.

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Port Blair, May 10: In pursuance to regulation 18(2) of the A&N Island (Municipal) Regulation,1994 and the guidelines framed thereunder for ‘holding of election to Sub-committees by means of single transferable vote’ a notice of election to the Sub-Committees was issued on 07.05.2024. As per the schedule, nominations were received on 09.05.2024 within the stipulated time for the five Sub-Committees of Port Blair Municipal Council.

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Port Blair, May 10: In a concerted effort to address concerns over nutritional adequacy of meals served to patients at GB Pant Hospital, the Andaman Nicobar Territorial Congress President Shri. Rangalal Halder has submitted a formal request to the Secretary (Health) of the A & N Administration.

Highlighting the issue of limited variety and nutritional balance in patient meals, Halder underscored the critical importance of providing a well-rounded diet to support patient healing and well-being at GB Pant Hospital, particularly concerning the omission of vegetable items and the exclusive provision of only one item during afternoon hours.

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Port Blair, May 10: Sterilization services are an integral and important aspect of family planning services. The Directorate of Health Services is regularly striving to provide Laparoscopic sterilization services in different part of A&N Islands. In line with this, a Fixed Day Family Planning Laparoscopic Sterilization Service was provided by the Directorate of Health Services in association with Union Territory Health Mission at Ayushman Arogya Mandir at Swaraj Dweep from May 6 to 9, 2024.

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Mayabunder, May 10: The District Administration, North & Middle Andaman continues its unwavering commitment to reclaiming public spaces and ensuring the welfare of its citizens through a determined encroachment eviction drive. Today, marked the successful third day of this crucial initiative led by the diligent Revenue Officials. Under the guidance and supervision of Shri Dilkhush Meena, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, North & Middle Andaman, the encroachment eviction drive has gained significant momentum since its commencement. The objective of this drive is to address the issue of illegal encroachments on Govt. lands and restore them for the benefit of the entire community.

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