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Hans India
25-07-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
LIC zonal carom, chess trials end
Rajamahendravaram: The South Central Zonal Carrom and Chess Selection Trials for the year 2025–26, organised by the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), concluded successfully at Surya Gardens Function Hall here on Thursday. The two-day event was hosted by the LIC Rajahmundry Division and witnessed the participation of 82 players from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka. The trials were aimed at selecting players to represent the South Central Zone at the upcoming All India LIC Games. The event showcased high levels of sporting skill and competitive spirit across both Carrom and Chess disciplines. Satyanarayana Sahu, Senior Divisional Manager (SDM) of LIC Rajahmundry Division, attended the valedictory ceremony as the chief guest. M Purnachandra Rao, Manager (Personnel & Industrial Relations), presided over the function. Former world champion S Appoorwa and former national champion P Nirmala were present as special guests. Suresh Jayaraman and DVSY Sharma from the South Central Zonal Office attended the event as official observers. The matches were conducted under the supervision of Shaik Abdul Jaleel, an International Carrom Referee, and GV Kumar, an International Chess Arbiter. In the Carrom Men's final, DN Shivadas from Bangalore emerged as the champion, defeating B Ajay Kumar. In the Women's final, S Appoorwa from Hyderabad clinched the title by beating P Nirmala (Hyderabad). The event concluded with the finalisation of Men's and Women's teams in both Carrom and Chess, who will now represent the South Central Zone in the forthcoming All India LIC Games. The success of the trials wasmade possible through the enthusiastic support and dedicated efforts of the officers and staff of the LIC Rajahmundry Division.
Hans India
29-04-2025
- Hans India
Govt to launch summer programme across kurnool
Kurnool: To empower adolescent girls, P Nirmala, project director of the Department of Women and Child Welfare, Kurnool district, addressed officials from various departments on Monday at a special session held at Sunayana Auditorium. The session was part of the State Government's newly introduced summer calendar activities, specifically designed for adolescent girls' empowerment. Speaking at the event, Nirmala explained that a comprehensive action plan has been developed to implement targeted programs at the village level. She emphasized the importance of inter-departmental coordination to prevent child marriages and enhance the overall well-being of adolescent girls. On societal challenges, she noted that ensuring the safety of young girls is becoming increasingly complex for parents today. 'While girls are excelling in competitive examinations, many are still forced into early marriages or pushed into child labor due to socio-economic pressures,' she said. Nirmala also expressed concern over the rising cases of sexual harassment, often perpetrated by known individuals, and the emotional trauma faced by the victims. She warned against the dangers of adolescents falling prey to false promises under the guise of love, which sometimes tragically leads to suicides. The special summer calendar, she said, is a crucial tool in empowering girls with the knowledge and confidence needed to safeguard themselves. The 'Kishori Vikasam' initiative aims to make adolescent girls self-reliant and resilient, preparing them to face challenges confidently. The program is scheduled to be conducted from May 2 to June 10, with various awareness and empowerment activities planned across the district. Nirmala stressed that it is a collective responsibility of all departments and society at large to protect and nurture these young citizens. 'The primary goal of this initiative is to equip adolescent girls with the skills and awareness to protect themselves and realize their full potential,' she added.
