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Hans India
a day ago
- Politics
- Hans India
NDMC launches ‘Swachhta se Swatantrata Tak' campaign to mark ‘Independence' month
New Delhi: The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Monday launched a month-long campaign titled 'Swachhta se Swatantrata Tak' to celebrate Independence Day through a wide range of cleanliness and citizen-engagement activities from August 1 to 31. The initiative aims to promote civic responsibility, environmental stewardship and community participation, the NDMC said in a statement. 'This campaign is not just about cleanliness but a tribute to the spirit of freedom through collective action,' it added. Key activities under the campaign will include intensive cleanliness drives across markets, schools, hospitals and religious places, awareness rallies, street plays and digital campaigns. Plogging drives (a combination of jogging and picking up litter), exhibitions, essay competitions and community pledge events will also be held. Each department of the NDMC has been assigned specific responsibilities. The Health Department will lead cleanliness drives in JJ clusters and religious sites, organise plogging events with NGOs and felicitate sanitation workers. Additionally, the Civil Engineering Department will undertake deep cleaning of lakes, restoration of monuments, flyover beautification and graffiti competitions. NDMC-run schools will take part in the 'Each One Clean One' initiative, under which each school will adopt a public area to maintain cleanliness. Approximately 28,000 students will participate in clean campus drives and plogging activities. International Youth Day will also be celebrated during the campaign. The civic body will lead awareness efforts through radio, newspapers, LED displays and social media. Special features include a patriotic movie screening for NDMC staff on August 13 and a public screening on the freedom movement at Regal Building on August 14. Other departments will contribute as well — the IT Department will amplify the campaign online, Horticulture will conduct plantation drives under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' theme, and the Enforcement Department will run anti-encroachment and wall defacement prevention drives. The campaign will also emphasise grievance redressal, with strict targets to ensure no public complaint remains unresolved during the month. NDMC urged residents, traders and institutions to actively participate and make the national capital a cleaner, greener symbol of collective freedom.


Sharjah 24
3 days ago
- Business
- Sharjah 24
New initiative to enhance palm sector innovation in Al Dhaid
Held under the theme "At the Heart of Sharjah Central Region… Our Youth: Leadership and Growth", the session aimed to reinforce the festival's role as a strategic platform for recognising agricultural innovation and empowering youth contributions to the future of the sector. The event was attended by Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI; Mohammed Ahmed Amin Al Awadi, Director-General of SCCI; and Rashid Khalifa Al Mahyan, Chairman of the Parents Council for Male and Female Students in the Central Region, along with several senior representatives and members of youth councils from across the UAE. During the youth circle, officials announced the launch of an innovative youth-focused competition titled "Innovate with Dates," scheduled for the next edition of the Al Dhaid Date Festival. The competition aims to stimulate youth innovation by encouraging the development of commercially viable, value-added concepts derived from dates in fields such as food manufacturing, biotechnology, and contemporary craft production. The session also featured the announcement of the Sharjah Youth Council's plan to establish the "Central Region Youth Council," set to be officially launched during International Youth Day on August 12, 2025. The new council will serve as a representative platform for youth in the Central Region, enabling their involvement in shaping and executing initiatives that address local priorities. It aims to ensure that regional development strategies are informed by grassroots insights and aligned with community needs. H.E. Abdallah Sultan Al Owais reaffirmed the Sharjah Chamber's commitment to supporting youth empowerment by launching targeted initiatives that strengthen their contribution to economic progress. He emphasised the Chamber's efforts to foster entrepreneurial engagement among young individuals, particularly in the SME sector, by providing them with opportunities to unleash their creative potential and turn their innovative ideas into successful tangible projects. Moderated by Yaqoub Al Baloushi, Media Officer at the Sharjah Youth Council, the session highlighted key discussions focused on advancing national priorities that position youth as central stakeholders in the country's development agenda. It highlighted the importance of empowering the next generation as proactive contributors to future-building, in line with the objectives of the UAE's National Youth Agenda 2031. A distinguished panel of speakers contributed to the youth circle. Dr Mariam Bin Haddah Al Suwaidi, President of Sharjah Youth Council, highlighted the Council's evolving role from mere representation to achieving real impact through the development of initiatives that address the genuine needs of youth. She noted that the establishment of the Central Region Youth Council reflects an institutional commitment to ensuring that the perspectives of young individuals inform policy and leadership decisions across the emirate. Abdullah Al Kaabi, member of the UAE Youth Entrepreneurship Council, stated that the entrepreneurial environment in the UAE has evolved into a key catalyst for empowering youth. He explained how the integrated ecosystem of mentorship and networking is opening new horizons for young people in the Central Region to transform their innovative ideas into viable and scalable business projects. Jassim Al Obaidli, Director of Youth Engagement at the Federal Youth Authority, spoke about the Authority's role as a national umbrella dedicated to youth empowerment and development across the UAE. Maha Al Muhairi, member of the UAE Youth Council for Agriculture, concluded the discussion by stressing the importance of youth empowerment in the modern agricultural sector. She noted that ensuring future food security hinges on the fusion of innovation, technology, and sustainability, presenting a unique leadership opportunity for the next generation.


United News of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- United News of India
‘The WHITE Truth': HGVS web series to combat drug addiction among youth
Shimla, Jul 25(UNI) In a educational and creative move to combat the rising tide of drug abuse among youth especially teens, Himachal Gyan Vigyan Samiti (HGVS)—a repute rationalist and civil rights organization has developed a powerful campaign titled 'The WHITE Truth.' The initiative features a seven-episode web series that blends entertainment with impactful moral messaging, delivered through an educational and supportive framework. Unlike conventional awareness efforts, The WHITE Truth confronts the harsh realities of substance abuse head-on. It not only highlights the physical and psychological toll on youth but also explores deeper issues such as social stigma, denial, flawed parenting, systemic loopholes, and the complex nexus of the drug trade. Developed entirely by grassroots youth volunteers inspired by HGVS's ideology, the series emphasizes community-driven solutions and aims to break the silence surrounding drug addiction. The first season of the series would be launched under HGVS's digital media wing, Gyan Vigyan Stream (GVS), and will be made available on multiple platforms including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The trailer is set for release on International Youth Day, August 12, 2025, while the complete series would be launched across all districts simultaneously on International Literacy Day, September 8, 2025. To maximize reach, the organization has appealed to community members and partner institutions to help disseminate the content through their networks and social media group including . Posters, introduction videos, and promotional materials will be released shortly to build momentum. This initiative marks a shift from the 'white lie' to 'The WHITE Truth'—a message HGVS hopes will spark honest dialogue and collective action against one of society's most pressing issues. UNI ML AAB


India Gazette
14-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
BJP set to launch a nationwide campaign
By Aashique Hussain New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): The BJP Minority Morcha is set to launch a nationwide campaign 'Kalam Ko Salaam', on July 27, to pay tribute to the former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, popularly known as the 'Missile Man of India', on his 10th death anniversary. The party will organize various district-level programs across the country under the leadership of Minority Morcha National President Jamal Siddiqui. As part of the 'Kalam Ko Salaam' campaign, the Minority Morcha will honour talented youth from minority communities with the 'Dr. Kalam Startup Youth Award 2.0'. This award will be given to young individuals who have started their own enterprises through innovation, exceptional skills, and entrepreneurial spirit, and who serve as inspiring examples for society. Preparations for the campaign are already underway. To review the preparations, BJP National General Secretary and Minority Morcha In-Charge Dushyant Gautam has called a review meeting on July 16, 2025, at the BJP Headquarters in Delhi. Minority Morcha National President Jamal Siddiqui will chair the meeting, and it will include national office bearers, executive members, state presidents, general secretaries, and media in-charges. A social media workshop is also scheduled for July 17. Speaking to the media, Jamal Siddiqui stated that the 'Kalam Ko Salaam' campaign aims to honour Dr. Kalam's contribution to India's development and to pay homage to him. He emphasized that the BJP values all individuals who have risen above caste and religion to strengthen the nation. He added that Prime Minister Modi is committed to giving a distinct identity to talented youth from minority communities. He said, 'Minority youth entrepreneurs can apply for the 'Dr. Kalam Startup Youth Award 2.0' through the official BJP Minority Morcha website. To facilitate the nomination process, links and QR codes will also be shared on the Morcha's social media platforms, allowing applicants to directly access the nomination page or apply by scanning the QR code.' Registration for 'Dr. Kalam Startup Youth Award 2.0' will start from July 16, and applications will be made from July 16 to August 6. Shortlisting of nominations will be done from August 3 to August 6. Invitation letters will be sent to the selected participants from August 6 to August 9. While the main program of award distribution will be organized on August 12, 'International Youth Day' at the BJP Headquarters, Delhi, he added. (ANI)


The Hindu
29-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
South Asian youth invited to share their vision for International Youth Day
A first-of-its-kind youth competition has been launched across South Asia, inviting young people aged 15 to 25 from the eight SAARC nations to submit five-minute videos on the theme 'My Vision for South Asia as President/Prime Minister of My Country'. The initiative, organised by Doyens of Peace, is part of the 1st SAARC Civil Society Commemoration being held on August 12, marking International Youth Day. The commemoration will also honour peace activists Admiral L. Ramdas, Karamat Ali and Tapan Bose for their enduring contributions to peacebuilding in the region, said a release. The last date to submit videos is July 25. Full guidelines and submission details are available at .