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Nagpur: After a clean sweep of all the eateries existing on the road opposite Futala Lake, both the civic body and MahaMetro are all set to float the redevelopment work on the ground. For the same the stretch of road facing the lake will be closed for traffic. As per the Rs 112 crore redevelopment plan, the tunnel will come in place of the existing road on which there will be a viewers’ gallery and space for restaurants and parking opposite the lake. The NMC and MahaMetro would soon lay diversion of traffic passing through this road.

Now the traffic will be moved from Bharat Nagar Square to Telangkhedi Hanuman Mandir Road. This road is already reserved in city’s development plan and hence it would be developed as an alternative to Futala Lake road.

As per the plan by MahaMetro the new 18 meter road will be developed and remain in place even after Futala Lake project is completed. It will be a cement concrete road. A road currently exists from Bharat Nagar Square till the compound wall of Dr Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV). The compound wall will be demolished to construct the new road. The new road will begin from the compound wall, and stretch 500 meter to join the road connecting Ravi Nagar Government Quarters to Telangkhedi Hanuman Mandir Temple at the MJP office.

The Telangkhedi Hanuman Mandir road is currently 9 meter wide, but marked for widening to 18 meter in the DP. Therefore, MahaMetro will also widen this road.

The only hurdle in the development of the new road is that the land on which it is proposed belongs to PDKV. MahaMetro officials said NMC has sent a letter to PDKV requesting advance possession of the land to commence construction as soon as possible. “NMC will take the land on lease from PDKV immediately. Later, PDKV will have to give the land anyway as it is a DP road,” he said.

Bharat Nagar-Telangkhedi Mandir road to be developed as alternative to Futala Lake road

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Nagpur: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is planning to launch a mass movement over the raging controversy on entry to womenfolk in the Sabarimala Temple in Kerala. The mass movement will be by women and for the women. The Supreme Court in recent verdict, lifted ban on entry of menstruating women in the Sabarimala Temple and given rights to them to perform puja in the temple. The apex court ruling gave rise to intense unrest. Protests erupted as devotees and many communities barred entry of women in the Ayyappa Temple. Several organisations of women also opposed the verdict.

The Left Front Government in Kerala led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan decided not to file review petition neglecting the vociferous demand of society. The State Government decision added fuel to the unrest.

The RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, during his Vijayadashami speech had said that the Supreme Court verdict, allowing women of all ages to enter Kerala’s Sabarimala Temple, did not account for traditions accepted and followed by the people for years. “The religious decisions should be left to Dharmacharyas,” he had stated. “The situation arising out of the recent verdict on Sabarimala temple shows the predicament. “The legal verdict has given rise to unrest, turmoil and divisiveness in the society in place of peace, stability and equality,” he said asking why only Hindu society experiences such repeated and brazen onslaughts on its symbols of faith. The nature and premise of the tradition that has been accepted by society and followed for years was not taken into consideration,” Bhagwat said.

Bhagwat’s speech clearly reflected that Sangh will work on this matter. The RSS’ women’s wing Rashtrasevika Samiti, run by women, works for women on many issues. Rashtrasevika Samiti has started working on creating a mass movement over the Sabarimala Temple issue. Rounds of meetings are taking place. Strategies are being planned. The Union Minister Smriti Irani had recently stoked a controversy by her statement on allowing women in the Ayyappa Temple. A few days back, Smriti Irani had graced a women’s programme held at Reshimbagh-based Smruti Bhavan in city.

In view of the developments, the Rashtrasevika Samiti has drawn plans to launch mass movement on the issue by organising a host of meetings across the country.

RSS plans mass movement opposing women’s entry into Sabarimala Temple

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Nagpur: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said that youths belonging to minority communities are being encouraged for education and his government is committed to stand behind them determinedly. “Apart from education, benefits of various schemes are reaching youths of minority communities,” Fadnavis said.

Fadnavis was speaking at one-day international seminar on the topic “Sufism, Manavata aani Muslim Samudayache Rashtranirmiiti Madhye Yogdan” (Sufism, Humanity and Muslim Community’s contribution in nation building) organised at Hotel Oriental Tayyabah in city. Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Hansraj Ahir and Sayyed Fazlullah Chisti, Sayyed Azimuddin Rizvi, Moulana Imran Mazhar Barkati, Sharif Sheikh, Afzal Mittha, Sayyed Imran Hussain, Nisar Siddiqi, Mohd Tanvir, Ahmed Sharif Khan and office-bearers of Manzana Falaiya were present.

The Chief Minister further said, “Sufi saints spread the message of humanity and love all over the world. They showed path to the world. Sufi saints brought reforms in the lives many. We should take inspiration from this noble deeds of Sufi saints. Due to the message of Sufi saints, people of different thinking came together. The foundation of peace was laid by this Sufi tradition only. This tradition needs to be taken forward.

Personality of Aala Hazrat Imam Raza was multifaceted. He was treasure of knowledge. Aala Hazrat Imam Raza won hearts of people with his knowledge. Now, development of needy and deprives is need of the hour. Fruits of various schemes are being taken to the doors of minority communities. 17 hostels have been constructed for students of minority communities in the past four years.

A fund of Rs 100 crore has been provided for scholarships. College fees of students of minority communities are being remitted by State Government. Youths belonging to minority communities are being encouraged for education,” Fadnavis stated.

In his address, Sayyed Fazlullah Chisti said that exchange of knowledge among different communities is necessary. The strong foundation of the nation can only be built on the foundation of sanskars. The tradition of Sufi saints is all about message of peace and love. The seminar on this tradition will definitely help in uniting people of different societies, he asserted.

Youths of minority communities are being encouraged for education: Fadnavis

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CM urges civic bodies to create more revenue sources

Nagpur: “The biggest challenge in the 21st century is that of existence. In the next 10-20 years, the global temperature is going to be increased by two degrees. The effect of this rise in temperature could be seen in the form of drought and water shortage. To overcome this peril, measures to lessen emission of carbon would have to be initiated. Considering the booming population, the sewage and transport system would be polluting factor in the cities. To avoid this, decentralisation of sold waste management and sewerage is necessary. The Municipal Corporations should create more and more sources of revenue and focus on assured and sustainable development in cities,” Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Saturday.

Fadnavis was speaking after inaugurating 18th Mayors’ Conference held at Vasantrao Naik Agriculture Research Centre (Vanamati) here. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari presided over the programme. Other dignitaries present on the dais include President of Mayors’ Council and Mayor of Mumbai Vishwanath Mahadeshwar, Mayor Nanda Jichkar, MLC Jogendra Kawade, MLAs Sudhakar Deshmukh, Sudhakar Kohale, Divisional Commissioner Sanjiv Kumar, District Collector Ashwin Mudgal, Municipal Commissioner Ravindra Thakre, Deputy Mayor Deepraj Pardikar, and others.

At the outset, the event was inaugurated by Fadnavis by lighting the traditional lamp. He said, “Pollution is created most by the developed nations. However, a developing country like India has marched towards assured and sustainable development. But it is necessary to shift the transport system on electric and bio fuel. The system will reduce the pollution to great extent. The atmosphere in cities is being polluted by sewage and transport system and now focus should be on reducing carbon emission,” Fadnavis stressed.

“From now onwards, cities will not be provided lands for dumping grounds. However, land will be made available for solid waste management process,” the Chief Minister said and added garbage dumping has been barred in cities. The civic bodies should have agenda for reuse of sewage water by using new technologies and a source of revenue for them as well. The civic bodies should accord priority for solid waste management, zero percent garbage, garbage separation, fertiliser generation out of garbage etc” he said.

Municipal Corporations should focus on assured development of cities: Fadnavis

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Nagpur: A day after ‘Mission Demolition,’ Futala Lake wore a deserted look. The usual swarms of young boys and girls enjoying moments at Futala waterfront, rush of cars and bikes parked haphazardly, honking and other activities came to standstill. What is seen is a fleet of trucks loading debris of shops, eateries demolished by Nagpur Improvement Trust on Thursday.

Once a buzzing spot of the city, has fallen silent. The hotspot for youths and families and not to mention the ‘lovebirds’ sneaking to secluded places slyly will now be without the food joints that catered to the crowd as favourite hangouts. NIT bulldozed the kiosks, mostly selling pizza, ice cream and other food varieties near Futala Lake. Out of curiosity, there were many who visited Futala Lake on Saturday, just to witness aftermath of demolition. Many seem to have upset with NIT’s decision. Many welcomed the move as it has ‘development’ to offer. Now, NIT plans to set up a musical fountain at Futala Lake while Maha Metro will construct a tunnel and viewers gallery.

While speaking to Nagpur Today, Tanmay Gupta, a student who visited the spot with friends expressed his anguish saying this is just waste of funds. “It was the only spot to hang out with friends and family and that too for entire year. Apart from the broken wall on the Air Force end I hardly find any uncertainty in Futala. Rather than investing funds here, the administration should have looked for other places, which need their attention. If they wanted to give ca facelift to this place they at least could have waited for one work to finish,” said Tanmay with anger in his face writ large.

“It was very sad to know that the city’s Chowpatty has been demolished. One more hangout spot of Nagpur has been destroyed by the officials. I’m not sure even I can relate with their meaning of transforming the city. Whenever my cousin from Mumbai and Delhi used to ask me, “What do you even have any place to chill?” to which I never hesitated to reply that, Futala Lake. But now I think, I have to say that do not even bother coming Nagpur! We don’t have anything for a hangout,” lamented Suyash Sethiya.

“For better tomorrow we have to sacrifice some things today and that to for our own benefits. Even though demolition process has destroyed the place for now but has remarkable things to offer in return,” told Kinjal Bansod, an IT professional to Nagpur Today.

She further added, “Being the Mini Marine Drive of Nagpur, Futala is one of the busiest places with teenagers hanging around. Now since the restaurants nearby have been demolished, I believe it might offer a grand space for people to enjoy the beauty of the sunset. Moreover there would be a place for parking as well. Earlier, with the commuters passing by, which often created chaos; I believe we do not have to worry about that problem. Personally I feel great with the administration’s decision as it is for improvement only, so it is acceptable.”

“It was the only romantic spot for families and couples to hangout. The scenes of sunset with your loved ones was the part I will miss about this place. Even from the inside of Panino and Domino’s, it will melt your heart. However we have heard some big talk from the officials on paper. However it will be pleasing to see if the replacement is as good as what we lost today or else it will turn another example of abuse of power,” said Mohammad Aquib, an engineer.

-Shubham Nagdeve

A day after ‘Mission Demolition,’ citizens expect grand facelift at Futala Lake

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Nagpur: ‘Pink Walk’ for breast cancer awareness was held today on Sunday in Nagpur. Joined by Mayor Nanda Jichkar among thousands of Nagpurian’s, prominently present were Dr Viral Kamdar, Director Deendayal Medical Trust, Dr Santosh Kumar Mishra, CRPF DIG ( Medical) and Devyani Joshi .

A Brain child of Dr Rohini Patil, one of the leading city Gynaecologists and one of the lucky few who self detected her breast cancer 16 years ago, Walk began begin from Tirpude college in the Morning.

The month of October has been designated for creating breast cancer awareness across the country and the world.

‘Pink Walk’ for breast cancer awareness held in Nagpur

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Nagpur: A play was staged on the inaugural day of Padmagandha Pratishthan Lekhika Natya Mahotsav on October 26th, at Scientific Society Hall. The three-day event, which was inaugurated by Dr Deepak Khirwadkar, Director SCZCC, in presence of litterateur Shubhangi Bhadbhade, Mala Kekatpure and others. The play brought to the fore an important issue of how sometimes a casual approach to actions, which we may perceive as normal can land a person in deep trouble.

This play was about a Martyed Colonel’s better half Jaspreet Kaur Gill, having a reputed family background, who maintains a business while dealing with her two kids. Attendant Gunita, was a young girl, whom she regards as a relative to do house hold work.

One day, an outsider in the attire of an elderly Sardarji Devendra Singh goes to their house, searching for leased premises. Jaspreet, subsequent to conversing with him on different issues, gets persuaded about him being a genuinely needy person and consents to lease her outhouse. Inconvenience begins when Devendra Singh begins desired action, exploiting Jaspreet’s simplicity and leading to terrorist attacks in the vicinity with the ultimate aim to eliminate Jaspreet, whose spouse had killed several terrorists, two of the dead happening to be siblings of Devendra Singh.

All the scenes particularly the ones with jaspreet’s jail term and mental torture, the detailed interrogations and the final arrest of Devendra Singh all have been beautifully portrayed. Urmila Deshpande as Jaspreet was beautifully portrayed.

ACP Suri (Nikhil Tongle), Lady cop Aparna Lakhapure, Mayuri Tongle as Gunita, Vinay Modak as Devendra Sing1bb bbh impressed the audience as well.

By Srishti Talwar

Padmagandha revels theatre lovers as ‘Lekhika Natya Mahaotsav’ begins

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Nagpur: Nagpur’s 12 year old child prodigy Gunjan Khobragade left everyone stunned as she performed a superlative horror act on Colors TV’s show India’s Got Talent air last night.

Being a contestant on this show, Gunjan stole the show as she cast a spell with her spine chilling act on the said show. She did a splendid Bone Breaking Horror Act which fetched louds and cheers from the audience and the judges alike.

Gunjan Khobragade has also appeared as a contestant on Dance Maharashtra Dance reality show on Zee Yuva channel. Now She is on Colors TV’s India’s Got Talent reality show.

Nagpur’s Gunjan spooks audience with her horror act on India’s Got Talent 8

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Nagpur: In a tragic turn of event a man lost life due to ambulance failure in BJP organized ‘atal arogya shibir ‘ here in Nagpur on Sunday.

The deceased was identified as Vijay Kamble.

The incident was followed by the inauguration ceremony of health camp at Punjabrao Deshmukh Krushi Vidhyapith.

Vijay resident of south Nagpur approached the venue around 12:30 pm on Sunday.
However he lost conscious followed by the headache. Subsequently an ambulance reached the spot but broke down immediately due to some default. Thus, Vijay’s life was snuffed out right in the middle of health camp.

The body has been sent to Government Medical College for autopsy.

Youth dies in BJP organized ‘Atal Arogya Shibir’ in Nagpur

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Nagpur is yet to get most of the facilities that a truly international airport has, but exploitation in the name of ‘progress’, which was always there to some degree, has gone into 4th gear now.
Wonder if it is the first sign of privatization?

Yesterday evening, I was late going to the airport to pick up my 5 year old twin granddaughters who had accompanied my husband to Nagpur from Mumbai. They had already collected their bags and were coming out. So I asked them to wait there as I had already entered the airport premises and would collect them from ‘Arrivals’ directly. They were waiting there, but the Security guard would not allow them to get into the car nor load the luggage.

“Go to the parking, pay parking charges, load luggage there and then go home” he instructed us.

When I requested him to let them get in quickly as both the girls were unwell with fever and cold, he said they could get in with the driver but I would have to get out and walk to the parking! And finally that’s what we had to do – drive the car around to go to parking; my husband had to transport the trolley there, we had to pay parking, and then emerge! What a needless farce!

Nagpur is the only place where Ola and Uber will cost comparatively more since they have been designated to pick up customers after paying airport charges and parking which is then loaded into your ‘fare’.

But flouting of all rules, including safety rules continue being flouted by VIPs – politicians as well as bureaucrats, police seniors etc.

As you enter the airport proper, there are 3 lanes of traffic on the road which has ‘Departure’ and ‘Arrival gates’. I have learnt from the Airport authorities that the innermost and first lane is to be kept vacant at all times for ‘Emergencies’. (In case fire, bomb scare or any other mishap, if ambulances and police cars have to respond fast and be effective they MUST have a drive way free for quick access to distressed people.

But one always finds VIP vehicles not just collecting their passengers, but even parked there till arrival of aeroplane. You can find 2 – 3 cars parked there at most times.

Thus even safety rule flouted to gratify VIP ego and pampering.

All rules in the name of safety – and for profit? – are meant only for commoners.

The great parking exploitation of Nagpur Airport!

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shutdown during the and then tankers water supply off will be Antarajodani for hudakes and water narasala

Nagpur: Nagpur Municipal Corporation Pench Project (P-IV) Cell has planned to take 24 Hrs. shutdown on Pench IV Express Feeder for 1000 x 600 mm Interconnection work near container yard after Narendra Nagar Railway Crossing.

This work will be carried out under Pench Project Cell and is for Hudkeshwar & Narshala Water Supply Project.
The shutdown will take place from 10:00 AM on 30th Oct-18 to 10:00 AM on 31st Oct-18. Water supply to following ESRs shall hamper during the shutdown –

Water supply to following ESRs shall hamper on 30th Oct-18 and if shutdown get completes within schedule time than morning supply from same ESRs will be with low pressure or Will hamper partially– Omkar Nagar ESRs, Nalanda Nagar ESR, Sree Nagar Direct Tapping, Mahalgi Nagar ESR, Dhantoli ESR and Laxminagar New ESR.

NMC-OCW appealed citizens to co-operate and to store sufficient water for their use.
Water supply through Tankers shall also be not possible during the shutdown period…

24 hours NMC Pench IV Cell interconnection work on Oct 30

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A fifteen year old boy raped a teenage girl after befriending her on Facebook.

According to police, the boy befriended the victim on social media. Recently, they decided to meet at a restaurant in Ajni.

During the meeting, the boy invited the girl at her residence where he sexually exploited her. He also wentto the girl’s home and molested her.

On complaint lodged by the victim girl, Ajni cops registered a case.

Teenage boy rapes girl in Ajni

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A senior citizen was killed after he fell off his two-wheeler that bumped after hitting a pothole on Kalmeshwar Road in Gittikhadan Police Station area on Saturday. Nand kumar Mahadeo Ambor (62), a resident of Plot No. 48, Prasad Nagar, Jaitala Road, was heading towards Nagpur from Kalmeshwar on his moped at 7.30 pm.

The moped bumped after hitting a pothole. Nand kumar lost control over the vehicle and fell on the road with the vehicle.

He suffered grievous injuries in the accident and was rushed to the hospital where he succumbed to the injuries on Sunday morning. Gittikhadan police have registered a case of accidental death.

Man killed in mishap when moped bumped after hitting pothole

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Nagpur: In two cases of housebreaking, valuable worth Rs 3.5 lakh were stolen under jurisdiction of Pratap Nagar and Hudkeshwar police between Oct 27 and 28.

In first incident, accompanied with his wife complainant Dilip Mohanrao Kekatpure (69) had gone for grocery shopping between 12 and 1 pm on Oct 28. In the meantime some unidentified burglar gained entry in the house by smashing latch of the main door and absconded with gold ornaments and cash to the tune of Rs 1 lakh.

Followed by which, Pratap Nagar police has registered a case of burglary under section 454, 380 of IPC.

In another case, reported under the jurisdiction Hudkeshwar a resident of Plot. No. 403, New Subhedar layout Dhyaneshwar Mukaji Bawane (61) had gone to Chandrapur for a family gathering between Oct 27 and 28. However an anonymous culprit entered the house in the meantime and fled with gold ornaments and cash worth Rs 2,56,000 lakh.

Hudkeshwar police has registered an offence under section 454, 457, 380 of IPC and started the probe.

Two cases of housebreaking reported in Pratap Nagar, Hudkeshwar

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Nagpur: The 31st edition of the three day annual college fest Aarohi ’18, came to an end on Sunday at Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) Nagpur. During these three days different events and competitions were organised in which teams from various parts of the country took part to flaunt their unique style and entertain the youths by their performances. Nagpur Today Being a online media patner of Aarohi ’18 was also a sponsor for two event Cynosure a personality contest and Purple Haze a rock band competitions respectively.

In the three day annual fest many spellbinding performance took place like Halla Bol, Stand-Up Nite, EDM Nite where India’s first and youngest trap and bass DJ Seezi who have a track under an international label performed and enlighten the mood of the spectators with her enthralled tracks.

On the last day of annual fest a Purple Haze a rock band competition was held where A total of 10 teams took part in the competition, Band like Sabotage from Mumbai, Infestation from Nagpur, Toxic influence Nagpur, ConFuzZzed came to perform and enlighten the mood of the youth through their blissful musics where Toxic influence won the show, and Infestation were the 1st runner-up and Band ConFuzZzed were the 2nd runner-up.

The highlight of the final day was Coke Studio night with Naalayak The Band along with Rhythm Devine, Madhur Antakshari quiz on the basis of songs, Art Conoscenza, and many informal events along with food fest were a part of the fest.

Entire team of VNIT took a major effort to make the youth fest a successful one.

By Abhishek Tiwari

31st edition of annual college fest Aarohi’ 18 concluded with enthralled performances

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Nagpur: Two bike-borne miscreants outraged modesty of a 21-year-old girl attending her dance class in Jaripatka area herte on Sunday. In another incident, a maid was molested by her employer in Sadar on Sunday night.

In the first incident, the 21-year-old girl was waiting outside her dance class near Dayanand Park around 9.30 pm on Sunday. A the same time, the accused two Shubham Sunil Sangole (20) and Harshal Ishwar Ganvir (28), both the residents of Panchashil Nagar, accosted her and outraged her modesty by indulging indecent acts.

Jaripatka ASI Mahadeo Bhange, based on the girl’s complaint, has booked two accused under Sections 354, 294 of IPC.

Similarlt, Sadar police have booked 40-year-old George Parkel, resident of 3 Mundi Square for allegedly molesting his 23-year-old maid. In her complaint to police, the maid said that she was working alone in the kitchen on Sunday night. The accused approached her and misbehaved with her.

Sadar PSI Tayde has booked accused George Parkel under section 354 of IPC and started the probe.

Dance class girl, maid molested in Jaripatka, Sadar, 3 accused booked

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Nagpur: Ten Downing Street, an upscale restaurant in bustling Ramdaspeth area, has just changed hands in terms of ownership.

Popularly known as TDS among its patrons and customers, the restaurant which was owned by Sapkaal group has been sold to city’s well known Barbate Group owned by Vishal Barbate.

Confirming this development, Vishal Barbate told Nagpur Today that the restaurant has been taken over by him. However, he refused to divulge the details about the price of the deal.

Sources privy to the development informed that the restaurant is already being renovated to give it a new ambience and fresh feel.

Housed in Milestone building near Lokmat Square, TDS has been the favourite hangout of the elite class to dine and wine out. Now Barbate group is optimistic about taking the legacy further, and looks forward to serve its guests with enhanced cuisine.

Ten Downing Street at Ramdaspeth sold to Barbate Group

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Manifesto Committee in Nagpur to interact with people on Monday, Tuesday

Nagpur: In a move to seek their direct feedback, Congress is seeking people’s ideas and suggestions to be incorporated in the party’s manifesto for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections to make it an inclusive affair.

The Manifesto Committee of the Congress Party will be visiting Lok Sabha constituencies across the country and hold direct consultations with people on their issues and problems. The Manifesto Committee will be in Nagpur on Monday and Tuesday and interact with people at a programme organised at Sadar-based Heritage Lawn. All ideas and suggestions provided by the people will be presented to party President Rahul Gandhi through Suggestions Committee.

In the Monday meeting, the Manifesto Committee has invited representatives of 12 NGOs working in different fields for interaction. According to the Convener of the Committee and former IAS officer Kishore Gajbhiye, the Congress manifesto for 2019 Lok Sabha poll will be of people’s manifesto. The final draft of the manifesto will be prepared after incorporating all ideas and suggestions received from people across the country. Rahul Gandhi has included party leaders from different parts of the country in the Manifesto Committee.

In the two-day interaction programme, apart from Gajbhiye, the members of the Manifesto Committee including K Raju, also a former IAS officer, Kunda Krushna, Raghuvir Singh Meena, Dr Nitin Raut, President of SC/ST Cell of the party will attend the meeting. Similarly, Dr Raju Waghmare and Shankarrao Gedam will also be present as representatives of party’s State unit.

After taking the reins of the party, Rahul Gandhi has been telling party men for quite some time that there is a need to involve people from grassroots in policy-making and inputs should also be taken from Block Congress Committees when the party finalises the manifesto.

Congress to seek people’s suggestions for party’s manifesto for 2019 LS poll

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Nagpur: Following the inclusion of Hudkeshwar and Narsala areas in the limits of Nagpur Municipal Corporation, a demand was being raised for carrying out City Survey of the two localities. In view of the demand, the Revenue Commissioner of Pune and Director of Land Records S Choklingam, Nagpur District Collector Ashwin Mudgal, Municipal Commissioner Ravindra Thakre, and Deputy Director of Land Records, Nagpur, Balasaheb Kale have planned to carry out the City Survey with the help of drones.

The Director of city-based Maharashtra Remote Sensing Applications Centre (MRSAC) Das has showed his readiness to provide the drones.

According to information, the NMC will carry out the City Survey of Hudkeshwar and Narsala areas with the help of drone cameras on Monday, October 29. The District Superintendent of Land Records, Nagpur G B Daberao and Deputy Superintendent have appealed the property holders of the two areas to show their properties to employees of City Survey and gave correct information to them.

In a first, drones to carry out City Survey of Hudkeshwar, Narsala in Nagpur

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Nagpur: The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa, Param Vishist Seva Medal Ati Vishist Seva Medal Yudh Seva Medal Vayu Sena Medal Aide-de-Camp, on Monday inaugurated the Maintenance Command Commanders’ Conference at Vayu Sena Nagar. The two-day Conference was attended by the Commanders of Base Repair Depots, Equipment Depots and other Units / Stations under Maintenance Command. The progress of various on-going Maintenance activities and Projects at various Units was reviewed during the Conference.

The Chief of the Air Staff in his opening address reiterated effective utilization of available resources for operational readiness at all times. He emphasized that, Maintenance Command has a major role in maintaining the war fighting equipment of the Indian Air Force and urged them to keep pace with the rapid up gradation of modern technologies being incorporated by the Indian Air Force.

He congratulated Field Commanders for excellent performance and quality output given by all the Base Repair Depots (BRDs) and Equipment Depots (EDs) during Exercise Gagan Shakti. He appreciated the effort of BRDs and EDs for boosting the serviceability of aircraft, radars and SAGW during the exercise and sustaining very high percentage of serviceability during the entire exercise. He praised the manpower support given by Maintenance Command to field units during exercise Gagan Shakti to sustain field serviceability of the equipment for round the clock operations. He also presented trophies to Base Repair Depots and Equipment Depots that had excelled in their core professional work.

HQ Maintenance Command has taken a major initiative towards Renewable Energy wherein all major Building rooftops are being installed with Solar Cells. This will result in large reduction in the use of fossil fuel based commercial power. Similar projects are also underway in five other major Stations under Maintenance Command.

The Chief of Air Staff inaugurated the Solar Power Plant installed on the rooftop of the Maintenance Command HQ’s building that is the first Green Building in the Maintenance Command and would ensure that the complete energy requirement of the Building would be met from the Solar Energy during the Conference and thereafter. This may well make it the first “Green” Commanders’ Conference in the IAF. After the inauguration of the solar power plant Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa interacted with all personnel which included all Airwarriors, Civilian Staff, DSC personnel and NCs (E) of HQ MC, IAF during High Tea.

Earlier, the Air Chief and Kamalpreet Dhanoa, President, Air Force Wives Welfare Association arrived in Nagpur on Monday and were received by Air Marshal Hemant Sharma AVSM VSM, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Maintenance Command and Mrs.Kusum Sharma, President, AFWWA (Regional). On his arrival, the Chief of the Air Staff was presented an impressive ceremonial “Guard of Honour” at HQ Maintenance Command, Vayusena Nagar. During the visit, the Air Chief addressed the Air Warriors and interacted with Civilians.

Kamalpreet Dhanoa, President, Air Force Wives Welfare Association, addressed a meeting of Sanginis along with Kusum Sharma, President AFWWA (Regional) and AFWWA Presidents of various Units under Maintenance Command. During the visit she complimented the contribution of AFWWA and applauded the team for being awarded the best AFWWA Unit in 2017–18 in the IAF. She also reviewed the progress of welfare schemes and ventures at Stations under Maintenance Command. She appreciated the steps taken by the Association at Regional and Local levels for welfare of their members and advised all the Sanginis to acquire new skills to keep pace with the changing environment.

Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa PVSM, VSM opens Maintenance Command Commanders’ Conference in city