Author: Arijit Bose

Gonda SP Reviews Security and Traffic Arrangements for Kanwar Yatra at Ayodhya Border

Arijit Bose

Gonda: To ensure the smooth, peaceful and secure conduct of the annual Kanwar Yatra during the holy month of Shravan, Gonda Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal carried out an on-ground inspection of traffic diversion plans and security arrangements along the Gonda-Ayodhya border in Nawabganj police station limits on Friday. During the inspection, the SP reviewed route diversion measures, the Kanwar Yatra route, sensitive and highly sensitive locations, and major intersections. He examined arrangements made for the safety and convenience of devotees and directed officials to ensure seamless traffic management so…

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Religious Tourism Set to Get Major Boost in Devipatan Division, 16 Projects Reviewed

Arijit Bose

Gonda: Religious tourism in Uttar Pradesh’s Devipatan division is set for a major boost, with the state government reviewing 16 proposed tourism projects estimated at around ₹18.35 crore for Gonda, Bahraich, Balrampur and Shravasti. Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh reviewed proposed and ongoing projects of the Tourism, Culture and Charitable Affairs departments at the Maharaja Suheldev Auditorium in Gonda on Friday. He directed officials to ensure quality construction, timely completion and close coordination with elected representatives. The projects are aimed at improving facilities for pilgrims, strengthening infrastructure at major…

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Shambhu Kumar Takes Charge as New Bareilly Divisional Commissioner

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Senior Indian Administrative Service officer Shambhu Kumar, a 2010-batch IAS officer, has assumed charge as the new Divisional Commissioner of Bareilly following an order issued by the Uttar Pradesh government. Kumar took charge late on Wednesday night. After assuming office, he was welcomed by administrative officials. Prior to his new posting, Kumar was serving as the Managing Director of Purvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited. He has also held several important administrative positions at the state government level as well as in various districts during his career. Speaking after taking…

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Divisional Commissioner Inspects Ongoing Construction Work Under Nath Corridor

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Divisional Commissioner Shambhu Kumar carried out an inspection on Thursday of the ongoing construction work being undertaken under the Nath Corridor project. During the inspection, it was found that work on the passenger rest house being built at Alakhnath Temple was still underway. The Commissioner directed the project manager of UPPCL, the agency executing the work, to ensure all pending construction is completed by November, while making it clear that there should be no compromise whatsoever on the quality of the work. He also instructed the Tourism Officer to…

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DM, SSP Conduct Flag March Ahead of Ala Hazrat Urs in Bareilly

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: In view of the ongoing Ala Hazrat Urs, District Magistrate Avinash Singh and Senior Superintendent of Police Anurag Arya conducted a joint flag march and foot patrol with police and administrative officials on Thursday, assuring pilgrims and local residents of adequate security arrangements. The officials inspected key areas including Islamia Ground, Dargah Road, Biharipur Police Outpost, Islamia Market and Patel Chowk. They reviewed police deployment, security arrangements along important routes and measures put in place at sensitive locations. During the patrol, the DM and SSP directed police and administrative…

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52 Lakh Children in Devipatan Division to Get Deworming Doses as National Deworming Day Begins August 10

Arijit Bose

Albendazole tablets to be administered at 23,522 schools and anganwadi centres Children and adolescents aged 1 to 19 years to benefit Gonda: Come August 10, mornings will look a little different across schools in the Devipatan division. After the morning prayer, children will settle into their classrooms, and teachers will write two words on the blackboard: “National Deworming Day.” Health workers and ASHA workers will step in from there, explaining to students that this one small albendazole tablet does far more than just guard against worm infections — it helps…

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Special Plantation Drive Held at Department of Plant Sciences, Rohilkhand University

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Inspired by Vice Chancellor Professor K P Singh, the Department of Plant Sciences at Rohilkhand University organised a special tree plantation programme on Friday, led by Dr Vijay Kumar Sinhal. M.Sc. and Ph.D. research scholars and students turned out in large numbers for the drive, enthusiastically pitching in to spread a message of environmental conservation and a greener campus. The plantation initiative, launched by the Department of Plant Sciences to make the university campus greener, was carried out under the guidance and leadership of Dr Sinhal. As part of…

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Dr Pankaj Srivastava Celebrates Birthday With Children, Spreads Message of Cleanliness and Healthy Living

Arijit Bose

Gonda: Instead of marking his birthday with a private celebration, Dr Pankaj Srivastava chose to spend it with schoolchildren, and in the process, drove home a message that hygiene, discipline, and a healthy lifestyle can go a long way in shaping young people both physically and mentally. The occasion was organised as a student interaction programme by the Janus Initiative on Monday at SDD Ranjeet Singh Educational Institution in Naya Basti Bakshipur. Dr Srivastava, a senior cardiologist at Hind Hospital and founder of Janus Initiative, spent the day with the…

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National Deworming Day Launched in Gonda to Promote Healthy Childhood

Arijit Bose

Gonda: National Deworming Day was launched at the Government Girls Inter College (GGIC) in Gonda on Monday, with District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan administering deworming tablets to students and urging children, parents and schools to work together to ensure a healthier future. The programme was organised under the themes “Healthy Childhood–Bright Future” and “Small Step, Big Health Benefit.” The District Magistrate and Chief Medical Officer were present as chief guests and interacted with students about the health risks associated with worm infections, preventive measures and the importance of maintaining personal hygiene.…

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New Academic Session Begins with Havan at Rohilkhand University Girls’ Hostel

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: The new academic session at the Government Girls’ Hostel on the campus of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University in Bareilly began with a traditional Havan and puja ceremony on Saturday. The religious ceremony was first organised at the hostel and was subsequently held at the hostel dining hall. Prayers were offered for the smooth functioning of the new academic session and the well-being of the students. Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh and Registrar Mahendra Kumar Singh extended their best wishes to the students and hostel staff on the beginning of…

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