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The Hindu
26-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Slew of events mark International Day Against Drug Abuse in Kochi
The District Mental Health Programme (DMHP), Ernakulam, under the Health department, conducted 23 awareness classes reaching over 2,300 people as part of the State government's 'Lahari Vimuktha Keralam' campaign to combat the growing threat of drug abuse, in the six months leading up to the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Thursday (June 26, 2025). A cross-section of society — including health workers, senior citizens, students, parents, teachers, and officials from various government departments — benefited from the sessions. Besides, informative programmes were held in collaboration with the Local Self-Government department and other community stakeholders, along with training for police personnel, school counsellors, and Nashamukth officers. The DMHP in association with District Medical Office (DMO) Ernakulam, National Health Mission Ernakulam and Government Vocational Higher Secondary School, North Edappally, organised a function on Thursday to observe the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. DMO Asha Devi inaugurated the event. Daya Pascal, nodal officer of the DMHP, led a seminar on 'Drug Abuse Among Teenagers and Its Preventive Measures.' Students from SIMET Nursing School, Palluruthy, and Government Vocational Higher Secondary School performed an awareness skit and flash mob. The event concluded with a torchlight rally and a bicycle rally. Corporation's event Literary critic M.K. Sanoo inaugurated a youth-focused anti-drug campaign organised by the Kochi Corporation in association with the Higher Education department and the NSS Kochi Cluster. The Kochi City police, the Excise department, and various other organisations took part. The campaign highlighted the message of 'loving humanity and rejecting drugs'. Deputy Mayor K.A. Ansiya presided over the function. An interactive session was held on the topic 'Biology, Mental Health, and Chemical Drugs'. Excise dept. T.J. Vinod, MLA, inaugurated an anti-drug awareness campaign organised by the Excise department and the Vimukthi Mission. He called for concerted efforts from all sections of society to combat the drug menace. Deputy Excise Commissioner T.N. Sudheer led the awareness session. Mission Drug-Free India The Commissionerate of Customs (Preventive) (CCP), Kochi, organised an awareness campaign for schoolchildren as part of the 'Mission Drug-Free India' initiative at the Government Higher Secondary School for Girls, Ernakulam. Shaikh Khader Rahaman, Chief Commissioner of Central Tax, Central Excise, and Customs, Thiruvananthapuram Zone, was the chief guest. T. Tiju, Commissioner, CCP Kochi, led the campaign. School Principal Mini Ram and Jeo Paul Mampilly were also present. Anti-drug awareness seminar Additional Superintendent of Police M. Krishnan inaugurated an anti-drug awareness seminar organised by the Ernakulam Rural police. Earlier, he administered an anti-drug oath at the district police headquarters. Educational institutions Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady, organised an anti-drug oath-taking programme under the aegis of the NCC. Students and teachers took part in an awareness rally through Kalady town. Students also staged a flash mob and distributed brochures carrying anti-drug messages to the public. Many participated in a poster-making competition. An anti-drug awareness seminar was held in association with the Kalady Excise Office and the Department of Sanskrit. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi campus, organised a human chain against drugs under the aegis of Amrita College of Nursing. Faculty and students from Amrita School of Pharmacy, Amrita Centre for Allied Health Sciences, Amrita School of Dentistry, and Amrita School of Medicine, along with members of Amrita Nursing Services, took part in the event. T.N. Sudheer, Assistant Commissioner of Excise, inaugurated the programme. K.T. Moly, M. Sabitha, S. Rakesh, Sheela Pavithran, K.L. Ajee, and C.V. Vinayakan were present. Rally featuring schools Infopark hosted a series of anti-drug awareness programmes, including a rally featuring students from eight schools. Thrikkakara Assistant Commissioner of Police P.S. Shiju inaugurated the event. The rally was held from Athulya building to the Infopark police station.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Emergency's dark days still haunt Attappady's Manappan
In Attappady's Kavundikkal hamlet, 80-year-old tribal leader Manappan still shudders at the mention of the Emergency. Fifty years have passed since its imposition on June 25, 1975, but the memories of his incarceration remain etched in his mind and evokes a deep sense of dread. Manappan's arrest was a direct result of his affiliation with Communism, an ideology that put him in the crosshairs of the authorities. He was arrested from his hamlet along with fellow tribal leader Bhinnan, a companion in his struggles who would eventually succumb to the passage of time. Manappan's voice cracked as he recounted his 18-day ordeal in Palakkad District Jail. The darkness of the prison cell was matched only by the brutality of the regime, leaving scars that still linger decades later. 'Those days were painful,' he said. His passion for Communism ignited in 1967 and propelled him to the forefront of Attappady's tribal land rights movement. His defiant chants of 'Inquilab Zindabad' and 'Engal bhoomi engalukku, aaru vannalum tharamatte' still echo, a reminder of his unyielding spirit despite facing repeated imprisonment. Manappan's eyes lit up as he recalled his association with Communist stalwarts such as E.M.S. Namboodiripad and E.K. Nayanar, who had sought refuge in Attappady during their underground days. A warm smile spread across his face, reflecting the deep respect and admiration he had for those leaders. He is now leading a retired life along with his wife, Panchi, at Kavundikkal, Attappady. 'From our interactions with Manappan, we could gain a lot of insight not only into the lives of the tribespeople, but also into the social transformation that the tribal community witnessed over the years,' said T. Satyan, a former teacher at Government Vocational Higher Secondary School, Attappady. Manappan reminisced about his childhood in Attappady, where only two Tamil schools existed. He carried sand from the riverbank in a bag to use as a writing surface. The school uniform included a Nehru cap and students enjoyed mid-day meals under K. Kamaraj's Chief Ministership. A unique aspect of school life was a barber's regular visit to cut the students' hair every two months. His life took a dramatic turn when Attappady was hit by landslides and cholera in the early 1960s. Leaving behind his job as a hostel warden, he returned to his hamlet to help his community. His memories of the region's malaria-infested past were stark. He was grateful for the Italian doctor who brought relief to Attappady by spraying DDT in the late 1940s.
The Hindu
02-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Celebrations mark reopening of schools in Kannur, Kasaragod
Vibrant celebrations marked the beginning of the new academic year in schools across Kannur and Kasaragod on Monday (June 2, 2025). The Praveshanolsavam (school opening day celebration) unfolded as a grand cultural event, full of colour, music, and community spirit. At Government Higher Secondary School, Azhikode, the district-level inauguration was led by K.V. Sumesh, MLA, who lit the ceremonial lamp. District panchayat president K.K. Ratnakumar, District Collector Arun K. Vijayan, and other dignitaries were also present. The Corporation-level ceremony took place at the Government Vocational Higher Secondary School for girls, Payyambalam, Kannur. Mayor Muslih Madathil inaugurated the event, which was presided over by Deputy Mayor P. Indira. Councillors and other dignitaries also attended the celebration. Meanwhile, students of Buds Special School at Kannapuram also began their academic year with Praveshanolsavam. M. Vijayan, MLA, inaugurated the event, emphasising the important role Buds institutions play in nurturing the talents of children with special needs. The District Collector distributed study materials and Kannapuram grama panchayat president K. Rathi chaired the function. At present, 32 Buds institutions—including 24 schools and eight rehabilitation centres—operate in the district, providing education and job training support to 1,084 trainees. The institutions, jointly managed by Kudumbashree and local bodies, aim to empower children with special needs. In Kasaragod In Kasaragod, Government Vocational Higher Secondary School, Madikkai, hosted the district-level school reopening festival. Rajmohan Unnithan, MP, encouraged students to embrace the new beginning. The programme included a Zumba dance performance by the Hosdurg team and a robot-led kite display, all organised following green protocols. Payasam was distributed to participants, and for the next two weeks, every academic day will include an hour-long awareness session for students. Former MP P.P. Karunakaran handed out school bags to new students, while E. Chandrasekharan, MLA, was the chief guest at a meeting chaired by district panchayat president P. Baby Balakrishnan.
The Hindu
02-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
For students of Vellarmala school, a new chapter in life
The students of Government Vocational Higher Secondary School at Vellarmala, Wayanad, who had lost their school building in the 2024 landslide, were welcomed to the school's new building on Monday (June 2, 2025) in a grand manner. The new building has been constructed on the premises of Government Higher Secondary School at Meppadi, where the Vellarmala school has been functioning since the landslides, by the Builders' Association of India (BAI), with modern classrooms and toilets. The students were welcomed by the teachers, accompanied by a band. As many as 25 teachers from the High School section, which achieved 100% results in the SSLC, and 11 teachers from the Higher Secondary section, which secured 83% results in Plus Two, were honoured for their 2024–2025 performance. National vice-president of BAI N. Raghunathan inaugurated the event held on the premises of Government Higher Secondary School. Headmaster (in charge) of the High School section V. Unnikrishnan presided over the event. The BAI had planned to construct 12 classrooms and 16 toilets for the school at a cost of ₹3 crore. While eight classrooms and 10 toilets have been completed, the remaining will be finished and handed over by the end of June. The six divisions of the high school, with 250 students, have been transferred to the new building. The two extra rooms are being used as the staff room and laboratory. The water purifier units and public address system set up by BAI at a cost of ₹2 lakh were also handed over during the inauguration. Meanwhile, Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra extended her warm regards to the 'Praveshanolsavam' held in different schools in the region. The district-level Praveshanolsavam was held at Government Higher Secondary School, Munderi. In her message, Ms. Vadra wished that such an occasion would encourage cooperation and creativity among children, besides showcasing their academic and cultural talents.
The Hindu
02-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
K. Rajan inaugurates district-level Praveshanolsavam in Thrissur
The new academic year kicked off with vibrant Praveshanolsavam (school reopening celebrations) across the district on Monday. Over 25,000 children were welcomed into Class 1. Revenue Minister K. Rajan officially launched the district-level Praveshanolsavam celebrations at Government Vocational Higher Secondary School (GVHSS) Puthur. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said State's public education system is witnessing a new and promising transformation. 'The impact of the Public Education Protection Campaign is visible in every school, where education now goes beyond textbooks to touch lives,' he noted. He stressed that education must reflect the emotions and needs of the people and not just focus on marks or exams, but on building a well-informed, compassionate society. The Minister also spoke about ₹15-crore development works carried out at the school over the past nine years, highlighting infrastructure improvements. He said a colourful rally will be held from the school to the upcoming Puthur Zoological Park, set to open after the Onam holidays, as a symbol of community engagement with education and nature. The ceremony featured a live screening of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's State-level Praveshanolsavam inauguration. Students performed the official welcome song through dance. Meritorious students who received LSS, USS, and NMMS scholarships, along with Thrissur native Triloknath, who featured in the International World Book of Records, and high school Mathematics teacher A.S. Saritha, who earned her PhD from Calicut University, were honoured during the function. Students took the 'Clean Kerala' pledge, and the district sanitation poster was released as part of the Haritha Mission. Children's cultural performances added colour and joy to the event. District panchayat president V.S. Prince presided over the event.
