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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Bhim Army protests seeking Ambedkar statue at Gwalior HC
Bhopal: A protest was held by Bhim Army Bharat Ekta Mission on Wednesday over the ongoing dispute regarding the installation of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar's statue in the Gwalior High Court premises. The organization had planned a Mahapanchayat at Phoolbagh Ground, but police stopped members at Niravali Point on the Gwalior-Morena border to prevent them from entering the city. Despite the restrictions, hundreds of supporters gathered at Niravali Point by 2:30 PM, where the Mahapanchayat was eventually conducted. From the protest stage, national president of Bhim Army Bharat Ekta Mission, Vinay Ratan Singh, along with other leaders, declared their unwavering resolve to install Dr Ambedkar's statue in the High Court. "Babasaheb gave this nation its Constitution, and it's our duty to honour him. Those opposing the statue must understand this. If dialogue fails, the agitation will intensify," Singh was quoted by local media. Protesters traveling from Delhi, Agra, and Dholpur were also prevented from reaching Gwalior. Police set up checkpoints in Morena and Dholpur to stop vehicles and curb the assembling of large crowds in the city. In anticipation of unrest, the administration deployed over 1000 police personnel along with senior officers to monitor the situation from Gwalior to the Morena border. Ambulances were also placed on standby for any emergencies. Prior to this, the Jai Bhim organization had also staged a demonstration in support of the statue's installation.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Maya slams oppn to Babasaheb statue in MP
Lucknow: Referring to the opposition over the installation of an Ambedkar statue at the Gwalior bench of the Madhya Pradesh high court by a section of lawyers, national president said that lawyers with a casteist mindset should know that the Bahujan Samaj, which has been oppressed for years, now wants its respect. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now She also requested the Madhya Pradesh governor, CM and high court to intervene in the matter and allow the installation of the statue. In a series of posts on X, on Friday, the BSP chief said, "It was the high court that gave permission to install Babasaheb Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar's statue at the Gwalior bench of the Madhya Pradesh high court on the demand of the lawyers there, and through the financial support provided by them. It was on the directions of the court that the spot was chosen, and the platform and the statue were readied." However, the installation of the statue is being opposed by a few lawyers due to their casteist thinking, said Mayawati, adding, "There was no action taken against them despite their instigating comments on social media. Those who oppose Babasaheb will have to understand that the Bahujan Samaj, which has been oppressed for years, now wants to get its respect." The former UP CM urged the governor, CM and the HC to remove the roadblocks in the installation of the statue and to get "the creator of the Constitution, Babasaheb Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar's statue installed respectfully and immediately in the Gwalior bench of the MP high court."
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Chatori Gali to get dedicated parking near 1090 Crossing
Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority approved the operation of three major parking facilities under the public-private partnership (PPP) model. This decision was made during the recent board meeting of UP Smarak Samiti, where a total budget of Rs 73 crore was also sanctioned for the development and beautification of parks and memorials in Lucknow and Noida for the fiscal year 2025-26. The parking lots to be operated on a PPP basis include the Chatori Gali parking near 1090 Crossing, with a base annual lease value of Rs 20 lakh; the Buddha Vihar parking near the Gomti riverfront, set at Rs 15 lakh per year; and a parking facility behind the Parag booth near 1090 crossing. The committee plans to soon invite requests for proposals (RFPs) for private operators to manage these parking sites. Addressing the meeting, member secretary of the memorial committee, Prathamesh Kumar said, "Our focus is to provide orderly parking solutions in congested areas to improve the experience for residents and visitors alike. The PPP model will bring in professionalism and ensure better upkeep while generating steady revenue for the committee." Apart from parking, the committee approved a comprehensive budget of Rs 73 crore for various development activities across key public spaces. The funds will be utilised for maintenance, electrification, landscaping and beautification projects in prominent parks and monuments in Lucknow and Noida. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Firmenverkauf: Sind Sie "vermögend" ohne es zu wissen? Undo "This budget allocation reflects our commitment to preserving the heritage and enhancing the aesthetics of these sites. Upgraded lighting, eco-friendly landscaping and improved facilities will make these spaces more welcoming and accessible," he added. At present in Lucknow, Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Samajik Parivartan Sthal, Manyawar Kanshiram Green Eco Garden, Manyawar Kanshiram Memorial, Bauddh Vihar Shanti Upvan and the Ramabai Ambedkar rally site along with its associated areas (including the Manyawar Shri Kanshiram cultural site and park and parking site) are under the committee's purview. The committee is also responsible for the management, security and maintenance of a park developed near the DND flyover in Gautambudhnagar, as well as the Gautam Buddha park and Babasaheb Ambedkar park built by the Greater Noida Authority.
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ambedkar Statue Vandalisation: Identify accused & take stern action: HC to cops
Jabalpur: During the hearing of a petition related to the vandalism of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar's statue in the Dhooma police station area of Seoni district, the superintendent of police and the station in-charge submitted an affidavit to the high court regarding the actions taken so far. The high court's Chief Justice Suresh Kumar Kait and Justice Vivek Jain's bench recorded the affidavit and issued orders to identify the accused and take action against them. The bench resolved the petition by directing the superintendent of police and the station in-charge to submit a monthly investigation report to the petition filed by Jitendra Ahirwar, a resident of Seoni, stated that on the night of Feb 11, in the market square of village Dargada under Dhooma police station, some people vandalised Dr Ambedkar's statue. An FIR was lodged at the Dhooma police station the next day. Representations were given to the SP and other officials demanding action against the culprits. The petition was filed due to no action being taken against the accused. During the hearing, the high court ordered the submission of information along with an affidavit regarding the actions the affidavit presented by superintendent of police Sunil Mehta and Dhooma station in-charge Shatrughan Patle, it was stated that a case was registered against unknown persons under sections 298, 299, and 324 (2) of the Indian Penal Code. There are no CCTVs at the crime scene. Efforts are ongoing to arrest the real culprits. After the hearing, the bench resolved the petition with the mentioned order. Advocate Dinesh Upadhyay represented the petitioner.
Hindustan Times
04-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Yogi orders launch of Mukhyamantri Suposhan Yojana
: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the launch of the Mukhyamantri Suposhan Yojana (MSY) and setting up of Take Home Ration (THR) units in every district of the state. With this, the state aims to provide a nutritious morning meal to all registered children aged between 3 and 6 years and support for poor families identified under the Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Zero Poverty Mission. Under the Mukhyamantri Suposhan Yojana, children at Anganwadi centers will receive a morning meal that includes milk, fruits, and nutritious food items. The chief minister emphasised the need for effective implementation of welfare schemes while chairing a meeting with the department of child development and nutrition and reviewing its work, a press statement issued by the state government said. 'Although the Sambhav Abhiyan has led to some improvement in addressing Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM), continuous nutritional support is still essential,' the chief minister said. The scheme will also benefit aspirational districts and development blocks. Adityanath instructed officials to prepare a detailed action plan for the scheme. He further emphasised the need for regular monitoring of children's nutrition indicators such as stunting, underweight and wasting. The chief minister also instructed that families without livestock should be provided cows under the Mukhyamantri Nirashrit Govansh Sahbhagita Yojana. Reaffirming his commitment to building a 'Malnutrition-Free Uttar Pradesh,' he called for pregnant women, lactating mothers, and Anganwadi children to be provided with tasty, digestible, and quality food. He recommended incorporating local ingredients like Pratapgarh amla, millets, and jaggery in the recipe-based Take Home Ration (THR) to enhance its variety and nutritional value. Currently, THR is being supplied to 288 projects from 204 units in 43 districts.
