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Economic Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
President Independence Day eve address: Murmu expresses confidence in India's self-reliant journey, urges citizens to go local; check highlights
Synopsis President Droupadi Murmu, in her address on the eve of the 79th Independence Day, conveyed strong optimism about India's journey towards self-reliance and highlighted the nation's robust economic condition. She emphasized the significance of August 15th, commemorating the sacrifices of freedom fighters who paved the way for India's independence 78 years ago, inspiring continued progress. PTI President Droupadi Murmu On the eve of 79th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday while addressing the nation expressed confidence in India's capabilities of becoming a self-reliant nation, adding that the economy remains in pink of health. The idea of Swadeshi has been inspiring our national endeavours like Make-in-India initiative and Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan. Let us resolve to buy and use Indian products. "India is well on way to becoming self-reliant nation and is moving ahead with great confidence," said President Murmu in address to nation."The fifteenth of August is a date etched in our collective memory. During the long years of colonial rule, generations of Indians dreamt of the day of Independence. Men and women, old and young, from all parts of the country, yearned to throw away the yoke of foreign rule. Their struggle was marked by robust optimism, which has continued to propel our progress since Independence too. As we salute the tricolour tomorrow, we will also be paying homage to the memory of all freedom fighters whose sacrifices won India Independence on the 15th of August, 78 years ago," added Murmu during her address to the nation.
United News of India
20-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Under Modi's leadership J&K moved from instability to integration, from neglect to nation-building: Chugh
Jammu, June 20 (UNI) BJP National General Secretary and J&K Prabhari Tarun Chugh on Friday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reshaped India's destiny through Sewa, Sushasan and Gareeb Kalyan. Addressing a programme organised as part of the BJP's nationwide campaign 'Viksit Bharat Ka Amritkaal – Sewa, Sushasan, Gareeb Kalyan Ke 11 Saal', a grand Choupal programme was organised here at Dharp, Jeevan Nagar under Jammu South District, Chugh said, 'in the last 11 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not merely governed, he has reshaped the destiny of India. From the remotest border villages to bustling metros, every citizen today feels the pulse of development, dignity, and empowerment." This is not just governance, it is a movement of national resurgence. Under Modi's leadership, Jammu and Kashmir has moved from instability to integration, from neglect to nation-building, he said. The BJP stands as a symbol of transparent governance, fearless leadership, and unwavering service to the poor and the marginalised, said Chugh. Senior BJP leaders were also present on the occasion. He added, 'The 'Viksit Bharat Ka Amritkaal' campaign is not about celebration, it is about renewed commitment—to the farmers, youth, women, and every last person in the queue. We are here to connect directly with the people, to listen, to serve, and to ensure that Modi's vision of a developed, strong, and inclusive India becomes a ground reality in every home of Jammu & Kashmir.' MLA Dr. Narinder Singh, while interacting with the locals, said that the Modi government has delivered on its promise of inclusive development. From free ration to health insurance under Ayushman Bharat, every policy has reached the last person in the queue. Jammu and Kashmir has directly benefited from multiple central welfare schemes, he stressed. MLA Ramgarh Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal emphasized the revolutionary changes in healthcare, infrastructure, and social welfare. He said that the Modi era has witnessed a systematic upliftment of the rural and underprivileged. Schemes like PM Awas Yojana, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, and Digital India have brought tangible changes on the ground. MLA Bahu Ch. Vikram Randhawa reiterated the commitment of BJP workers to act as a bridge between the government and the people. He said that the BJP's strength lies in its grassroots connect. Our mission is to ensure that the benefits of every scheme are fully utilized by the common man, he asserted. UNI VBH GNK
Hans India
09-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Call to make Eluru a drug-free district
Eluru: District collector K Vetriselvi has called upon everyone to be a part of the goal to make Eluru a drug-free district. Along with district Superintendent of Police K Pratap Siva Kishore, she presented prizes to the winners of the two-day cricket competition organised as part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan awareness programme at the Ashram Hospital playground on Sunday. Speaking on the occasion, she appealed to the youth not to indulge in drugs which can ruin their bright future. If they are not addicted to drugs, they can reach a higher level in life. Awareness programmes are being conducted on the ill-effects of drug use as part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Drug use leads to serious social, mental and physical problems. Keeping this in mind, the central and state governments are undertaking various programmes under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan to combat drug abuse. Information related to drug abuse can be reported to the toll-free numbers 1972 and 14446. Along with education, the youth should also give priority to sports. The Collector said that sports provide physical and mental development and also help in staying away from addictions like drugs. Superintendent of Police Pratap Siva Kishore said that everyone should be aware of the problem of drug use. Drug use leads to an increase in the crime rate and also has a detrimental effect on the society as a whole, and in view of this, a multi-faceted movement should be taken up to solve this problem. He said that the youth should especially focus on education instead of getting involved in drugs. He said that the 'Eagle' teams and the police department are jointly conducting various programmes and inspections to inform about the ill-effects of drugs and prevent their use. He said that everyone should have sportsmanship, through which they will gain self-confidence to solve any problem in life. On this occasion, collector Vetriselvi and SP Pratap Siva Kishore presented prizes to the players of the Police team that won first place, the Judicial team that won second place, and the Revenue team that won third place in the cricket competitions. District Revenue Officer V Visveswara Rao, DSDO B Srinivasa Rao, AD of the Department of Welfare of the Differently-abled and Elderly V Ram Kumar, and others participated.
Hindustan Times
12-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Pune civic body okays ₹4.3-crore high-tect e-toilet project
Even as the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) struggles to maintain 11 high-tech e-toilets installed across the city, it has now cleared a ₹4.31 crore plan to construct air-conditioned (AC) 'smart toilets' at major entry points and the Pune railway station. These new toilets will include modern features like WiFi, mobile and laptop charging points—drawing comparisons to mall-style restrooms. Under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, 11 automated e-toilets were set up in prominent locations such as Jangli Maharaj Road, Model Colony, Bhandarkar Road, Senapati Bapat Road, Vimannagar, and Taljai Tekdi. Built using ₹2 crore from the Member of Parliament (MP) fund of former MP Anil Shirole, the unmanned facilities offered automatic cleaning and user-friendly interfaces. However, poor upkeep and thefts rendered most of them unusable. Today, only three are functional. 'The civic body is now planning to relocate the remaining e-toilets to safer locations to prevent further damage,' said an official familiar with the matter. Shivajinagar MLA Siddharth Shirole, son of Anil Shirole, is currently in talks with civic officials to revive the e-toilet project and ensure better monitoring and maintenance. Despite these setbacks, the PMC has approved a fresh project to build five high-end AC toilets in high-footfall areas. The new toilets, designed along the lines of those in malls and multiplexes, aim to provide clean, comfortable facilities to commuters and visitors. 'These modern toilets will be built near major city entry points and Pune station. They will be fully air-conditioned and equipped with smart features. The estimated cost is ₹4.31 crore,' said Sandeep Kadam, Deputy Commissioner, Solid Waste Management Department. The five planned locations include Katraj Chowk ( ₹86.11 lakh), Balewadi on Pune-Mumbai Road ( ₹86.25 lakh), Shewalwadi Bus Depot on Pune-Solapur Road ( ₹86.35 lakh), Pune Railway Station ( ₹86.08 lakh), and Wagholi on Pune-Nagar Road ( ₹86.40 lakh). To ensure ongoing upkeep, the PMC will allow advertising rights at the sites. The toilets will be paid-use. Currently, the city has around 1,200 public toilets, but most are in poor condition. Citizens routinely report broken plumbing, water shortages, and overall unhygienic conditions, despite the corporation spending crores on maintenance. The push for upgraded toilet infrastructure comes after Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar directed the PMC in December to build high-quality public toilets in the city. Pune's first modern public toilet falls into disrepair Built in 2011 at Parvati Industrial Estate on Satara Road, Pune's first modern toilet block featured nine seats, stylish interiors, and cost ₹10 lakh. Once a model facility, it now lies in poor condition due to years of neglect and lack of maintenance.
