Sri Vijayapuram, Dec. 2: The Chief Pay & Accounts Office (CPAO), Sri Vijayapuram, organized two significant events on 2nd December 2024, as part of its professional development initiatives and the lead-up to the 7th Andaman & Nicobar Civil Accounts Day on 7th December.

Baratang, Dec. 2: A Field Day on the Controlled Breeding Programme and Artificial Insemination in Goats was conducted by ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-CIARI), Sri Vijaya Puram, at Baratang on 30thNovember 2024. The event took place at Nayagarh village in Baratang under the AICRP on Goat Improvement Project.

The trainers for the programme were Dr. P. Perumal, Senior Scientist, and Dr. P.A. Bala, Principal Scientist from the Division of Animal Science. A total of 20 goat farmers attended the programme.

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is celebrated every year on December 3rd, providing an opportunity to highlight the abilities and potential of persons with disabilities, promoting their rights, and advancing their inclusion in society. The theme for 2024 is "Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future”.

This day recognizes that persons with disabilities are powerful change-makers and peace-builders. It aims to promote their rights and well-being across all aspects of society and development.

Sri Vijaya Puram, Dec. 2: The Community Development Block Prothrapur under the Directorate of RD, PRIs & ULBs, A&N Administration organized two training programs under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) to encourage active participation of rural SHG women and children in planning & decision making process for holistic development of the Gram Panchayat.

On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I extend my heartfelt greetings to the Divyang Brothers and Sisters of the Islands. Today, we celebrate the incredible resilience and contributions of our brothers and sisters, who enrich our society in countless ways.

As a former Member of Parliament, I have always believed that disability is not a limitation but simply a condition. The true strength of our Divyang community lies in their unwavering spirit and determination to overcome challenges and excel in various fields.