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Sri Vijaya Puran, Sept 25: The Directorate of Health Services, in collaboration with the Directorate of Shipping Services, organized a Multi-Specialty Health Camp for the Andamanese Tribe aboard the newly launched hospital ship, MV Shompen, on September 23, 2024. The ship, inaugurated by Chief Secretary Shri Keshav Chandra on September 20, embarked on its maiden voyage to Strait Island. A medical team, including doctors, specialists, and support staff, provided comprehensive healthcare services to 20 tribal members, addressing issues like hypertension, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and skin infections. Vision tests were conducted, and 7 individuals were recommended glasses. Mental health counseling and a yoga session were also offered to promote well-being. After the camp, the ship sailed to Rangat Bay to transport four emergency referral cases, including myocardial infarction and stroke patients, to G.B. Pant Hospital. The medical team ensured their safe transfer, providing necess...

Sri Vijaya Puram, Sept 25: A campaign demanding greater respect for India's martyrs at the historic Cellular Jail in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands has gained momentum. The movement calls for the jail, a "National Memorial," to be declared a "National Pilgrimage Site." Activists are advocating for free entry to the light and sound show for island residents and a nominal fee of Rs.30 for outside tourists. The organizers argue that, just as the central and state governments provide free religious pilgrimages, similar provisions should be made for free visits to Cellular Jail, also known as "Kala Pani." Supporters emphasize the importance of including the jail's revolutionary history in school curricula. They believe that officially recognizing the site as a national pilgrimage location would be a fitting tribute to the martyrs and freedom fighters who were imprisoned there. The campaign coincides with the birth anniversary of revolutionary marty...

Sri Vijaya Puram, Sept 25: The 67th Police Constable Batch of the Andaman and Nicobar Police donated a substantial amount of Rs.57,000/- (Fifty-Seven Thousand Rupees Only) towards the treatment of a woman who was involved in a tragic accident at VIP Road near Police Line area, where she lost her elder daughter and her infant in the womb. Her treatment is currently underway at G.B. Pant Hospital in Sri Vijaya Puram, and she will be going to Chennai for further care. After speaking with her family members, they expressed, "You have come as divine beings and helped our family; God may bless you all." Whenever anyone is in trouble, this police batch is always ready to lend a helping hand. “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough” - they says.

  CONCEPT : "One Nation, One Election" is the need of the hour, which would facilitate accelerated development, thereby benefitting our countrymen. With such a system in place, all political parties, according to their respective ideologies, will be able to better utilize their energy towards development and public welfare," - Ram Nath Kovind, Ex-Hon'ble President of India. WHY IN NEWS : Recently, the Indian Cabinet approved the "One Nation, One Election" Kovind Committee report, which is expected to be introduced in the next parliamentary session. The Prime Minister of India has also reignited the debate, emphasizing the benefits of simultaneous elections during the 80th All India Presiding Officers Conference, held in Kevadiya, Gujarat, on Constitution Day (November 26, 2020). During his address, he called for a single voter list for all polls and urged presiding officers to simplify legal language and eliminate redundant laws. THE CONCEPT EXPLAINED : The...