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Time of India
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Hydraulic parking facility at Maurya Lok lies idle
1 2 Patna: Despite being inaugurated five months ago, the hydraulic multi-level car parking facility at Maurya Lok Complex remains underutilised with vehicles still being parked haphazardly on the premises. Patna Smart City Limited (PSCL) has resolved to take corrective measures, including the imposition of fines on those parking outside the designated facility. Animesh Kumar Parashar, managing director of PSCL, said the vehicles of employees working in various govt offices located within the Maurya Lok Complex would now be required to use the multi-level parking facility. "For this, we are asking for a list of vehicle numbers from all the offices. There are around 40 offices here, including the passport office, different banks, NABARD, HUIDCO and various food and garment shops. They have to park their vehicles inside the parking facility. The parking will be done on a first-come, first-served policy," Parashar said. He added, "Our first priority is to fill this multi-level car parking. If it remains empty while cars are still being parked outside, a fine will be imposed. Even visitors must use the parking facility. They can also pre-book parking slots." The hydraulic multi-level parking structure, constructed at a cost of over Rs 28 crore, is equipped with a shuttle dolly system that transports cars between the ground level and upper floors. The facility also includes parking sensors, CCTV surveillance and automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras. Two parking units have been built — one inside the Maurya Lok premises and another near Budh Marg — with a combined capacity to accommodate 156 vehicles. Of these, one tower is designed for 96 vehicles and the other for 60. Although the facility was inaugurated in Feb this year, fewer than 20 cars use it daily.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
PMC orders early fogging to curb mosquito-borne diseases
Patna: In a bid to prevent the spread of mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) has enforced strict fogging schedules and warned of disciplinary action against lapses. Officials have been directed to cover at least 50 households and one public space each day. The decision was taken on Friday following reports that fogging was being carried out as late as 10am, well after the peak mosquito activity period had passed. According to PMC commissioner Animesh Kumar Parashar, fogging must now be done daily between 5.15-7am and 5-7pm. "Daytime fogging is ineffective as mosquitoes are most active in the early morning and evening. Dengue mosquitoes bite during daylight hours. Hence, our fogging operations now target sunrise and sunset," said the official press release. Strict action has already been taken as two employees in the Bankipur zone were dismissed and a show-cause notice was issued to the agency concerned for negligence. Separate teams have been deployed to fog major hospitals and govt institutions, including Patna Medical College Hospital (PMCH) and Nalanda Medical College and Hospital (NMCH). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Stylish New Mobility Scooters Available for Seniors (Prices May Surprise You) Mobility Scooter | Search Ads Search Now Undo Officers have been appointed for regular monitoring at these sites. The commissioner instructed all fogging and larvicide spray teams to submit geo-tagged photos from the morning and evening sessions to ensure transparency. Monitoring will also be conducted from PMC's central control room and surprise inspections will be carried out.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
New recreational area on JP Ganga Path likely to be ready by mid-Aug: PSCL
Patna: Residents will soon have a new recreational area in the city as the development of Ganga riverfront on a 3-kilometre stretch from Digha roundabout to LCT Ghat is likely to be completed by mid-August, Priya Saurabh, the spokesperson of Patna Smart City Limited (PSCL), the nodal agency for the project, has said. As per the proposal, the project, 'Riverfront Development along the Ganga' consists of two segments: a picnic spot featuring an allocated space for a vending zone and a green zone with outdoor seating arrangements. Around 500 fabricated shops along a 1km stretch on JP Ganga Path, commonly referred to as Patna's Marine Drive, costing Rs 15 crore, are being set up, the PSCL officials have said. Animesh Kumar Parashar, the managing director (MD) of PSCL, said there will be statues of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and socialist leader Jayaprakash Narayan with 3-D murals on platforms with inscriptions, plantation and lights on a 100-metre stretch from Digha golambar near Atal Path. "Selfie points will be made on Atal Path and JP Ganga Path. For beautification, around 245 planter boxes will be placed on both sides of the pathway, and over 10,000 saplings, including ornamental, native and hedges, will be planted. The entire area will be illuminated with garden, facade and profile lights. There will be a beautiful 25-feet-high zigzag archway with different names of Ganga — Bhagirathi, Jahnavi, Alaknanda, Mandakini, Sursarita and Vishnupadi among others. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo There will also be a large gate with a display, 'Ganga kinare' to enter a food court area," the PSCL MD said. The stretch from Kurji Mor to LCT Ghat, however, has been designated as a no-vending zone, where environment, forest and climate change department has undertaken a comprehensive development project. The 650-metre-long area will have plantations, landscaping, benches, street lights and a dedicated walking pathway. The estimated cost of the entire project is Rs 52.81 crore.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
3-star cleanliness rating for Patna in nat'l survey
Patna: The state cities and municipalities have shown major improvement in the Swachh Survekshan 2024 rankings, the results of which were announced on Thursday. Patna was conferred the title of "Promising Swachh Shehar" and received the prestigious 3-star garbage-free city (GFC) certification from the ministry of housing and urban affairs (MoHUA), govt of India. The state capital also retained its 'Water Plus' certification, as did Gaya, while Bhagalpur and Supaul were awarded one-star GFC ratings. Patna ranked 21st among 40 cities in the 'Million Plus' category for overall cleanliness. With a score of 10,584 out of 12,500, Patna's performance improved significantly, rising by 67% from last year's score of 6,320.9, based on assessments of sanitation and cleanliness initiatives. According to the detailed report card, Patna scored 100% in cleanliness of residential areas, market spaces and water bodies. The report also highlighted 99% waste processing versus generation, 96% efficiency in both door-to-door waste collection and cleanliness of public toilets, 64% in source segregation and 44% in dumpsite remediation. The announcement event was attended by senior officials of the urban development and housing department, including secretary Abhay Kumar Singh, Patna municipal commissioner Animesh Kumar Parashar and additional secretary Vijay Prakash Meena. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Two women sanitation workers, Sulekha Devi and Manti Devi, were also part of the Patna delegation at the Delhi event. Sulekha, from Shanichara Sthan, has worked with the Patna Municipal Corporation for eight years while Manti, from Cheena Kothi, has been serving for the past two years. Speaking on the occasion, secretary Singh expressed satisfaction at the recognition and committed to further improvements: "All necessary steps will be taken to keep all municipalities in the state clean, tidy and beautiful. We will strive to win more awards in Swachh Survekshan 2025." Urban development and housing minister Jibesh Kumar lauded the progress and said, "In the previous cleanliness survey, only two cities – Patna and Supaul – received a one-star rating. This time, two cities have received 1-star and two cities have earned a 3-star rating in the GFC category." He added, "Last time, 56 cities received the ODF (open defecation free) Plus certificate, whereas this year, 100 cities have achieved this recognition. Also, Gaya has been awarded the ODF Plus Plus (ODF++) certificate, a distinction not earned by any city last year." Patna also improved its national standing among Ganga towns, rising to fourth position among 88 towns, up from sixth place the previous year. "The state govt places special emphasis on cleanliness. As a result, cities across Bihar are becoming cleaner by the day. The department is continuously striving to improve rankings through consistent efforts," the minister said.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Probe ordered into armed disruption at PMC meeting
Patna: Amid growing tensions following the disruption of the Patna Municipal Corporation's (PMC) general board meeting, municipal commissioner Animesh Kumar Parashar on Saturday announced a probe into the presence of armed outsiders at the July 11 meeting even as he expressed hope that Patna would secure a better ranking in the upcoming Swachh Survekshan 2024. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Referring to the commotion at the ninth board meeting, Parashar alleged that armed people were brought in to create chaos. "In Friday's meeting, criminals were brought from outside Patna with weapons. Bouncers and arms were brought to commit hooliganism. Such things cannot be tolerated in govt meetings. No one can scare me with guns and bouncers. This is Gandhi's country. Weapons have no place in a democratic society," he said. Though he did not name Patna mayor Sita Sahu's son, Shishir Kumar, the commissioner said a letter had been issued barring him from PMC activities. "Many types of criminal cases are also going on against him. Therefore, his presence in all the activities of the civic body is banned," the letter read. A request for prohibitory orders against Shishir has also been sent to the Patna district magistrate. Parashar added, "Security breaches are being addressed, and CCTV footage from the venue is being examined." Despite the controversy, the commissioner highlighted the corporation's ongoing efforts under its 'Chakachak Patna' drive and its hope for a three-star rating in the garbage-free city category. "Patna has been invited for the award. We will know the scoring and the city's ranking on July 17," he said. He also cited several achievements like elimination of 658 garbage-vulnerable points, launch of a 'manhole ambulance' service, real-time chatbot support and initiatives like 'Sadak Shatru' and 'Mera Shehar, Meri Jawabdehi'. Patna, he added, had ranked fourth in public feedback and previously earned one-star certification and a water plus tag.
