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Time of India
08-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Palamu admin to revive ailing river
Daltonganj: The Palamu district administration is working out ways to rejuvenate Batane river, which is a part of the Ganga River basin, by initiating a plantation drive to rejuvenate its ecosystem and cut down on pollution levels. "A geographic information system (GIS) mapping of the river will be done by experts. Drone cameras will also be pressed in," Md Shabbir Ahmad, deputy development commissioner, said. The renewed efforts come after deputy commissioner Sameera S on Friday met senior forest officials of the Palamu Tiger Reserve and directed to take efforts for the river's conservation. A sum of Rs 3 crore will also be sought from the Niti Ayog for the project. A tributary of Punpun river in Bihar, Batane flows through Chhaterpur and Harihurganj in the district. The planning commision had in 1974 sanctioned the commissioning of a dam on the river. The project was completed in 1990. Daltonganj: The Palamu district administration is working out ways to rejuvenate Batane river, which is a part of the Ganga River basin, by initiating a plantation drive to rejuvenate its ecosystem and cut down on pollution levels. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo "A geographic information system (GIS) mapping of the river will be done by experts. Drone cameras will also be pressed in," Md Shabbir Ahmad, deputy development commissioner, said. The renewed efforts come after deputy commissioner Sameera S on Friday met senior forest officials of the Palamu Tiger Reserve and directed to take efforts for the river's conservation. A sum of Rs 3 crore will also be sought from the Niti Ayog for the project. A tributary of Punpun river in Bihar, Batane flows through Chhaterpur and Harihurganj in the district. The planning commision had in 1974 sanctioned the commissioning of a dam on the river. The project was completed in 1990.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Palamu admin plans to revive Koyel Aajivika Apparel Park
Daltonganj: The Palamu administration is set to revive the dormant Koyel Aajivika Apparel Park in Chainpur through a public-private partnership (PPP) model. The facility, which has remained non-operational for over two years, is poised for a significant transformation under this new initiative. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Deputy development commissioner (DDC) Md Shabbir Ahmad, who recently inspected the facility, announced that the administration would soon float tenders to attract start-ups and established firms with relevant expertise to manage the park's operations. The move aims to breathe new life into the facility that once played a crucial role during the Covid-19 pandemic. The apparel park, currently housing approximately 150 idle machines, including specialized button and hole-making equipment, requires an estimated investment of Rs 4-5 lakh to restore functionality. The Jharkhand State Livelihood Society has been directed to oversee this rehabilitation process. Established in 2019 under the leadership of former DC Shantanu Agrahari, the facility gained prominence during the pandemic by manufacturing thousands of protective masks and hand sanitizers. The masks, initially priced at Rs 20 each, were later distributed free of charge following chief minister Hemant Soren's intervention. At its peak, the park employed over 200 women workers, emerging as a significant contributor to female workforce participation in the region. The revival initiative holds particular significance given Jharkhand's low women labour force participation rate, which stands at just over 10 percent, seven percentage points below the national average. DC Shashi Ranjan has expressed strong commitment to rejuvenating the facility to boost women's employment opportunities in the region. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The administration plans to implement a local-first employment policy, targeting 90 percent local workforce participation, with the remaining 10 percent reserved for specialized roles such as sewing machine technicians and master fabric cutters. However, the facility faces significant challenges, including an outstanding electricity bill of Rs 20 lakh, which has led to a recent power disconnection by the Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited. DDC Shabbir has assured that this issue will be addressed under the DC's guidance.
