Latest news with #SavinBansal
India Today
3 days ago
- Climate
- India Today
Why are schools closed today in Dehradun, UP, West Bengal and more states?
If you woke up today to find your child's school holiday wasn't on the regular calendar, you're not alone. Across several Indian states -- including Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Telangana, and Himachal Pradesh -- schools are shut today for reasons ranging from heavy rain alerts to major public events and religious disruptions, although localised, have impacted thousands of schools, with different districts taking safety and logistical concerns into account. Let's break down what's happening in each state and why classes are off ARE SCHOOLS CLOSED IN DEHRADUN TODAY?In Uttarakhand's Dehradun, schools are shut today due to a weather warning. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for six districts in the state, including ensure safety, District Magistrate Savin Bansal has ordered all schools and Anganwadi centres to remain closed for Classes 1 to 12 today, July SCHOOLS CLOSED FOR MARTYRS' DAY RALLYKolkata schools have declared a one-day holiday today because of the Trinamool Congress's Martyrs' Day rally, expected to bring thousands of people into the prominent schools -- like Loreto House, Loreto Convent Entally, St James' School, The Heritage School, and all Loreto Day Schools -- will remain closed to avoid traffic and security IN TELANGANA SHUT FOR BONALU 2025 CELEBRATIONTelangana has also declared a school holiday today. Schools across Hyderabad, Secunderabad, and nearby districts are closed due to the Bonalu official public holiday allows communities to celebrate the traditional festival with ease and less crowding on PRADESH SCHOOL BREAKS BEGINIn Himachal Pradesh, schools are on scheduled summer breaks. Regular summer schools are shut from July 12 to August 12. Kullu district schools will follow a slightly delayed break, starting July schools will close from August 8 to 12, while extreme summer schools have holidays from August 3 to SCHOOLS CLOSED FOR KANWAR YATRA TILL JULY 23Several districts in western Uttar Pradesh -- such as Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Bareilly, Badaun, and Varanasi -- have closed all schools, colleges, and Anganwadi centres due to the ongoing Kanwar pilgrimage, which attracts lakhs of Kanwariyas on foot, is expected to peak around July 23. Anticipating traffic disruptions and safety issues, authorities have shut all institutions till July 23. Schools will reopen on July 24.- Ends advertisement
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Climate
- Indian Express
School Closed: Why schools are shut today in Dehradun, WB, UP & others states; know here
Schools in Uttarakhand's Dehradun have been closed today (Monday) due to an orange alert issued by the meteorological department. The alert is issued across six districts of Uttarakhand. In response, official directives have been sent to district magistrates to stay vigilant and implement necessary safety measures. Additionally, Dehradun District Magistrate Savin Bansal has ordered the closure of all schools and Anganwadi centres for Classes 1 to 12 on Monday, citing the weather alert. Many schools in Kolkata have declared a holiday on July 21 (today) in anticipation of the Trinamool Congress's Martyrs' Day rally, which is expected to draw thousands of people. Schools like Loreto House, Loreto Convent Entally, St James' School, The Heritage School, Loreto Day School Sealdah, Loreto Day School Elliot Road, Loreto Day School Dharamtala, and Loreto Day School Bowbazar will remain closed. Following an official notification from the Telangana government, schools across Hyderabad, Secunderabad, and several surrounding districts has today observed a general holiday to mark the celebration of Bonalu 2025. In Himachal Pradesh, summer schools are scheduled to remain closed from July 12 to August 12, while schools in the Kullu district will observe their summer break slightly later, from July 20 to August 12. Winter schools across the state will be shut from August 8 to 12, and institutions classified as extreme summer schools will remain closed between August 3 and 12. In view of the Kanwar Yatra, several districts in western Uttar Pradesh—including Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Bareilly, Badaun, and Varanasi—have announced the temporary closure of all government and private schools, colleges, and Anganwadi centres from July 16 to 23. This measure aims to ensure public safety and ease traffic disruptions during the religious pilgrimage. The Kanwar Yatra, which spans a month, draws lakhs of Shiva devotees—known as Kanwariyas—who travel on foot carrying sacred water from the Ganga, with the highest footfall typically occurring around Shivratri on July 23. Anticipating congestion and law-and-order challenges along school routes, Meerut District Magistrate Dr. VK Singh has mandated the closure of all recognised institutions, including those affiliated with the UP Board, CBSE, and ICSE. Educational activities are expected to resume as usual on July 24. (with PTI inputs)
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Doon admn directs civic bodies to come up with rehabilitation plan for slum dwellers
Dehradun: Amid ongoing legal proceedings in the Uttarakhand high court and the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to remove encroachments along the Rispana and Bindal rivers, the Dehradun district administration has directed civic bodies to prepare plans for the organic rehabilitation of slum dwellers living along these water said court directives mandate the conservation of riverbeds while also ensuring that slum residents are provided dignified living conditions. "All stakeholders whether it's the corporation or the irrigation department must come together to create a rehabilitation plan that's ready before any displacement begins," said district magistrate Savin Bansal at a departmental meeting on DM added that land owned by govt agencies is being reclaimed, and FIRs are being registered against encroachers and land mafias. Court orders, he said, call for quality facilities for residents alongside protection of the administration has instructed departments to pursue sustainable rehabilitation and development through counselling and mutually agreed-upon displacement that does not jeopardise livelihoods. "We are identifying land parcels under our jurisdiction and are already working on rehabilitation plans. Court directives are clear — all riverbank encroachments must be removed — but state guidelines also require that those affected be properly rehabilitated," said Dehradun Municipal Commissioner Namami added that options under schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana are also being explored to provide rehabilitation for the Amid ongoing legal proceedings in the Uttarakhand high court and the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to remove encroachments along the Rispana and Bindal rivers, the Dehradun district administration has directed civic bodies to prepare plans for the organic rehabilitation of slum dwellers living along these water said court directives mandate the conservation of riverbeds while also ensuring that slum residents are provided dignified living conditions. "All stakeholders whether it's the corporation or the irrigation department must come together to create a rehabilitation plan that's ready before any displacement begins," said district magistrate Savin Bansal at a departmental meeting on DM added that land owned by govt agencies is being reclaimed, and FIRs are being registered against encroachers and land mafias. Court orders, he said, call for quality facilities for residents alongside protection of the administration has instructed departments to pursue sustainable rehabilitation and development through counselling and mutually agreed-upon displacement that does not jeopardise livelihoods. "We are identifying land parcels under our jurisdiction and are already working on rehabilitation plans. Court directives are clear — all riverbank encroachments must be removed — but state guidelines also require that those affected be properly rehabilitated," said Dehradun Municipal Commissioner Namami added that options under schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana are also being explored to provide rehabilitation for the dwellers.
News18
29-04-2025
- News18
Chardham Yatra 2025: 24x7 High-Tech System And Mobile Teams To Ensure Pilgrim Safety
Last Updated: Chardham Yatra 2025: The Yatra starts on April 30. Dehradun DM Savin Bansal inspected the Rishikesh Transit Camp, stressing passenger convenience and strict service monitoring Chardham Yatra: The 2025 Chardham Yatra is set to commence on April 30, and the Uttarakhand administration is actively preparing to ensure a smooth and safe pilgrimage for all devotees. On Monday, Dehradun District Magistrate Savin Bansal conducted a surprise inspection of the Rishikesh Transit Camp to assess the arrangements and issued firm directives to officials, stressing that passenger convenience must be the top priority. He warned that any form of negligence would not be tolerated at any level. During the inspection, the District Magistrate reviewed the registration counters, drinking water facilities, food provisions, and medical services available for pilgrims. He instructed that cold water dispensers be installed at various points within the transit camp and ISBT, ensuring no traveller faces difficulty in accessing drinking water. Additional manpower will be deployed for this purpose, and the DM made it clear that there would be no restrictions on the budget for essential services. Round-The-Clock Registration And Support To date, more than 1,700 pilgrims have registered at the Rishikesh Transit Camp. For their convenience, 30 registration counters are operating 24/7. Furthermore, 35 mobile teams have been formed to assist with registration at hotels and dharamshalas, visiting each location to support travellers. Of these, 10 teams will be on duty overnight to accommodate late-night arrivals. Special emphasis is also being placed on health and food services. Medical personnel, including doctors and nurses, have been deployed, and additional facilities are being provided through outsourcing arrangements. The DM has directed that the quality of food must be strictly monitored, with clear instructions that no food item older than four hours is to be served to pilgrims. Technology And Transparency To enhance transparency and communication, the administration has ordered that information about dharamshalas be displayed in every tent and hangar, and broadcast continuously on LED screens. Facilities such as the Yatri Mitra Kendra, Police Help Centre, sanitation systems, public toilets, and parking arrangements are being closely monitored. This year, the administration is committed to making the Chardham Yatra not only secure but also technologically forward. With comprehensive management at every level and round-the-clock assistance, officials aim to ensure that no pilgrim is left unsupported. The Chardham Yatra, a spiritual pilgrimage for many, now also stands as a symbol of administrative efficiency and commitment to public welfare.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Time of India
Contractors of 3 govt firms booked for negligence in civil work
Dehradun: Contractors of three govt agencies were booked for negligence, and their ongoing infrastructure work suspended for three months following multiple public complaints regarding violations of public safety norms and civil work regulations. Officials said that issues of public inconvenience were reported from Canal Road and Mata Mandir Road areas, where – Jal Sansthan, Gas Authority Of India Ltd (GAIL), and Uttarakhand Power Corporation Ltd (UPCL) – were carrying out roadworks respectively. Authorities said no new work permissions will be granted to the agencies during the suspension period. District magistrate Savin Bansal said, "We received complaints of road cutting against the permission granted. They were putting public safety at risk by leaving the road dug up dangerously. Debris was also left on the road unattended without any cautionary signage. Such violations of directives will not be tolerated." Inspections at the work sites revealed that in some instances, night-time work directives were also flouted, and work equipment was left haphazardly on roadsides. Based on a complaint by PWD additional assistant engineer Anand Kishor, a case was registered against private contractor, Vijay Prakash Thapliyal, associated with the Jal Sansthan at Rajpur police station, under relevant sections of Uttarakhand Public Property Damage Act and the BNS. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gentle Japanese hair growth method for men and women's scalp Hair's Rich Learn More Undo In his complaint, Kishor alleged that the contractor had dug a stretch of around 500m on Canal Road for installation of water pipes which caused inconvenience and endangered safety of commuters. "The contractor was permitted to work from 10pm to 5am but the workers continued the work during the day as well," he added. Meanwhile, a source with Jal Sansthan claimed that the debris removal was underway and work was being carried out as per the terms of the permissions granted.
