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India Gazette
6 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
MP CM Mohan Yadav, UP Governor Anandiben Patel inaugurate 5-day Craftroots handicraft exhibition in Bhopal
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 29 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel inaugurated 5-day Craftroots handicraft exhibition at Bhopal Haat on Thursday. The exhibition is believed to strengthen the 'Vocal for Local' campaign, and a powerful medium for the preservation of traditional crafts, folk art and cultural heritage. Speaking to reporters, CM Yadav said, 'Under the chairmanship of Anandiben Patel, Governor of Uttar Pradesh, this five-day exhibition showcasing handicrafts from across the country inaugurated and it coincides with the birth anniversary celebrations of Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar. This initiative promotes indigenisation and self-employment, aligning with our PM's vision of 'Made in India'. The core objective of the exhibition is to promote handicrafts from all regions and to empower women through skill-based opportunities.' The Chief Minister further expressed satisfaction regarding the arrangements and preparation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's program in the state capital on May 31. He also hoped that PM Modi's visit to Bhopal will break all the previous records and the program will be concluded with great pleasure. Additionally, in a post on X, CM Yadav wrote, 'Today, a Craftroots Handicraft Exhibition was inaugurated in the presence of Governor of Uttar Pradesh Anandiben Patel at Bhopal Haat. This exhibition, which strengthens the 'Vocal for Local' campaign, is a powerful medium for the preservation of our traditional crafts, folk art and cultural heritage. Our government is committed to providing recognition to local products and a strong platform to artisans with a resolve to build a self-reliant Madhya Pradesh.' PM Modi is proposed to arrive here to address 'Women Empowerment Maha Sammelan' to be held at Jamboree Ground in the city on May 31. The convention centered on women entrepreneurs, women employees, women self-help groups and Ladli Bahnas will be held to mark the 300th birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar in the city, expecting around 2 lakhs women to participate in it from across the state. Additionally, PM Modi will also virtually inaugurate Indore Metro and newly constructed airports in Datia and Satna from Bhopal. (ANI)
India Gazette
7 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
NITI Aayog organises consultative meeting on ease of doing research and development in Lucknow
New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): A two-day consultative meeting was held at the Raj Bhawan (Governor House), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on May 27 - 28, under the Chairpersonship of the Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Anandiben Patel, and Dr V K Saraswat, Member, NITI Aayog, a release said on Wednesday. The meeting brought together Vice Chancellors of Universities, Directors of leading research laboratories, and Heads of various Research Institutions under the major scientific Central Government Ministries/ Departments for an in-depth dialogue on strengthening India's Research and Development (R&D) ecosystem. The event was graced by the presence of Anandiben Patel, Governor of Uttar Pradesh; Dr V K Saraswat, Member, NITI Aayog; Dr N Kalaiselvi, Director General, CSIR & Secretary, DSIR; Dr Sudhir M. Bobde, Additional Chief Secretary to the Governor of Uttar Pradesh; Prof. Vinod Kumar Singh, President, The National Academy of Sciences, India; and other distinguished dignitaries from various scientific ministries and departments. The meeting witnessed participation from over 50 laboratories, research institutions, and universities, reflecting an inclusive representation from India's scientific and academic community. In her address, the Governor emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts between academia, government, and industry to unlock the country's full scientific and technological potential. Dr V K Saraswat reiterated the commitment of NITI Aayog to enabling structural reforms and creating a more agile, innovation-friendly policy environment. Prof. Vivek Kumar Singh, Senior Adviser, NITI Aayog, presented details of the comprehensive exercise on 'Ease of Doing R&D' being taken up by NITI Aayog. The discussions focused on identifying systemic challenges impeding the growth of a robust research culture in India. Participants raised critical issues, including the highly bureaucratic nature of the R&D approval system. Concerns were also expressed over the low national expenditure on R&D, delays in fund disbursals, and procurement bottlenecks in acquiring specialized scientific equipment. The lack of private sector engagement in research, along with time-consuming ethical and regulatory clearances, was highlighted as further impediments to scientific progress. Stakeholders pointed to the ongoing brain drain, driven by better career prospects, infrastructure, and funding opportunities abroad. To address these systemic challenges, NITI Aayog is undertaking a comprehensive exercise to identify and resolve key barriers within the Indian R&D landscape, with a particular focus on government-funded institutions and laboratories. This initiative aims to streamline processes, improve fund flow mechanisms, enhance accountability, and create an enabling environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. The meeting concluded with a shared understanding of the urgency of reform and the need to develop actionable strategies to overcome these persistent challenges. Recommendations and insights from this consultation will be compiled and actionable insights will be brought out for corrective actions. (ANI)
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UP govt sets up trust to run Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan
Lucknow: The Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan will be run by trust being set up by the state govt. Governor Anandiben Patel has cleared an ordinance to set up the Shri Banke Bihari Ji Mandir Nyas or Trust. This Trust will be responsible for ensuring that the customs, practices, festivals, prayers, ceremonies etc related to the Banke Bihar Temple in Mathura continue without any interference or changes, appointment of priests, their wages and ensuring security of devotees. It will also be responsible for the management and administration of the temple. The trust will have 11 nominated members and seven ex-officio members, all of whom will have to be from Sanatan Dharma. All trustees will be appointed by the state government, the role of which will be limited to ensuring transparency in finances and answerability in financial transactions. The government, the ordinance states, will not interfere in any religious matter related to the temple. Among the nominated members, there will be three prestigious persons who are associated with Vaishnav traditions or peeths, including seers, religious leaders, heads of Maths, mahants, acharyas, swami etc. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Augsburg: Rentner zahlen zu viel für Hörgeräte – Das ist der Grund Gutes Hören Undo Three others related to any branch of Sanatan tradition, branches including seers, munis, gurus, thinkers, mahants etc will be nominated to the Trust. In addition to them, three others from any branch of Sanatan Dharma who are from fields like education, industry, thinkers, social workers etc but not restricted to just these fields can be nominated while two persons from the Goswami tradition who are currently serving the temple, and who are descendents of Swami Haridas, will be appointed to the Trust. One of them will head the raj bhog service and the other will supervise dinner services. These members will be appointed for a term of three years and can serve not more than two terms. The ex-officio members will include the district magistrate of Mathura, the police superintendent of Mathura, commissioner of Mathura-Vrindavan, UP Braj Teerth Development Council CEO, one official of the department of religious affairs and the CEO of the Banke Bihari ji Mandir Trust. These members will continue to serve till they last in the stated posts. The appointment of any member will not be affected by their caste or gender. The responsibility of the trust will include conservation, repair and maintenance of the temple complex. It will be allowed to purchase, rent or lease movable or immovable property up to Rs 20 lakh. For any financial transaction above that, the trust will need to take prior clearance from the state govt. The trust will also not be allowed to hand over, transfer, gift, sell etc, property related to the god, property of the temple or Banke Bihari's jewellery uncles prior permission is taken from the state government. A senior government official said that the decision to set up the trust was taken to bring in greater transparency in the running of the temple, considering the immense financial contribution by devotees and to ensure seamless facilities for devotees. The decision was cleared through a cabinet by-circulation and approved officially by the governor.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UP forms trust to oversee Banke Bihari Temple affairs
Agra: Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel has signed an ordinance to establish the Shri Banke Bihariji Mandir Nyas Trust, which will oversee temple administration, daily rituals, festival arrangements and security, while ensuring worship in accordance with traditions dating back to Swami Haridas, the 16th-century saint credited with founding the temple in Vrindavan. The decision follows the Supreme Court's approval of the Rs 500 crore Banke Bihari Corridor project, modelled on the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor in Varanasi. While the apex court cleared the corridor project on May 15, it has drawn opposition from residents and members of the temple community, who fear disruption to age-old religious practices. However, the court permitted the state govt to acquire five acres of land around the temple using funds donated by devotees, stipulating that the land is to be purchased in the name of the temple's presiding deity, Shri Banke Bihariji. A review petition has since been filed in the SC by senior temple administrator Devendra Nath Goswami. The newly formed trust will focus on upgrading pilgrim amenities. Plans include prasad distribution points, improved facilities for the elderly and differently-abled, potable water, rest areas, computerised entry, queue management kiosks and supporting infrastructure like 'gaushalas' (cow shelters), 'annakshetras' (place where food is distributed), kitchens, guesthouses, exhibition halls and more. The 18-member trust will comprise seven ex-officio officials and 11 nominated senior members, including two representatives from the temple's Goswami community. Key officials such as the district magistrate, senior superintendent of police of Mathura, the municipal commissioner and the chief executive officer (CEO) of the UP Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad will be among the members. A CEO will also be appointed to oversee daily operations. Reacting to the development, Gyanendra Goswami, a temple priest and administrator, said, "We were not consulted. It seems like a move to gain control over the temple's funds, meant for the deity, and divert them to the corridor. A petition is already pending in the SC. What was the urgency? How will this trust preserve the temple's long-standing traditions?"
New Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Following SC's approval of Banke Bihari corridor project, Uttar Pradesh Governor gives assent for temple trust
LUCKNOW: After the Supreme Court's nod to the Banke Bihari Corridor project proposed by Uttar Pradesh government in Vrindavan and Mathura, State Governor Anandiben Patel gave her assent to an ordinance to set up the Shri Banke Bihari Ji Mandir Nyas Trust here on Tuesday. The Yogi Adityanath cabinet had cleared the proposal for setting up of the trust last week. This Trust will be responsible for ensuring that the religious rituals, practices, festivals, puja at Banke Bihar Temple continue without any interference or changes besides overseeing the appointment of priests, ensuring security of devotees, and supervising work on the proposed corridor. The board will have total 18 members with 11 nominated ones and seven ex-officio members, including two representatives from the temple's traditional Goswami community. No non-Hindu will be allowed to be on the Board. Notably, the apex court on May 15 had given its approval to the proposed corridor, which had been facing strong opposition from local people as they feel that the proposed project would compromise the religious antiquity of the place.
