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Hans India
a day ago
- Business
- Hans India
Kaleshwaram a viable project: Harish
Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi senior leader and former irrigation minister T Harish Rao explained the Justice Ghose Commission of inquiry, which is probing the alleged irregularities in the execution of the Kaleshwaram project, the economic viability of the biggest lift irrigation scheme in the state. The senior BRS leader and then irrigation minister deposed before the Commission on Monday and submitted documentary evidence on how the Kaleshwaram project was designed to generate revenues along the water flow areas, which could be used to repay loans taken from various financial institutions for the construction of the project. Harish Rao briefed Justice Ghose that the then BRS government had borrowed loans to construct the project, which included barrages and reservoirs, by letting financial institutions know about the revenue stream through supply of abundant water to industries for commercial needs. He elaborated the need for such revenue generation to repay the loans to avoid putting the burden on the state government. However, the Covid-19 pandemic created trouble in implementing the plans relating to revenue generation. The BRS leader said that the project was built to also meet the growing irrigation needs as well as drinking water purpose for Hyderabad city. When the Commission posed a volley of questions on the project design, water release in the barrages and maintenance of the structures, Harish Rao sought to put the record straight by presenting government orders as well as Central Water Commission and Technical Committee reports. Since the Maharashtra government was opposed to Tummidihetti, he said that the BRS government finalized Medigadda barrage in tune with the recommendations made by Technical Committee and retired engineers' reports. Harish Rao also narrated the purpose of the constitution of the Cabinet Sub Committee with T Nageswara Rao, E Rajendar and him, stating it which was confined to the study of increasing irrigation facility in the state and that the committee had no role in the Kaleshwaram project. Filling the barrages with water was purely a technical issue and the engineers were responsible for it. The BRS leader said that engineers developed the plan for the entire project based on the technical reports. Relevant WAPCOS reports and CWC letters were placed on record. Speaking to newsmen after 40 minutes of open court questioning by the Commission, Harish pointed out that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy recently laid the foundation for the Gandamalla Project, which will receive water from the Mallanna Sagar -- a key reservoir of the Kaleshwaram project. Even the proposed Musi River beautification and Hyderabad drinking water supply projects were dependent on water from the Mallanna Sagar. Coco Cola unit is proof Harish Rao told the Commission that Coca Cola Company had set up a soft drink manufacturing unit in Siddipet by utilizing water released from the Kaleshwaram project and it was a testimony to the economic viability of the lift irrigation project. Revenue generated from vending Kaleshwaram water to the industries could be a big source of revenue. The previous government had come up with a plan to promote industries all along the water flowing areas in the Kaleshwaram.
Saba Yemen
19-05-2025
- General
- Saba Yemen
Summer Courses: Educational momentum that Shapes awareness, reshapes generations
Sana'a - Saba: The country's educational landscape is witnessing widespread activity, shaped by summer courses spread across all governorates. The number of students enrolled this year has risen to more than 1.25 million students, representing an unprecedented turnout, organization, and engagement, reflecting growing community confidence in this pioneering national project. The summer courses have extended to every district and sub-district, in both rural and urban areas, covering a broad map of Yemeni geography. This enhances their presence and consolidates their vital cognitive role as an effective tool in building the youth and instilling concepts of belonging and identity. Since its launch, the summer courses have provided an integrated educational model that transcends traditional approaches. They offer a diverse content that encompasses the teaching of the Holy Quran and its sciences, cultural and intellectual concepts, life skills, sports, agricultural, and creative activities, and tourism and knowledge programs that broaden participants' horizons and connect them to the environment and community. The experience was based on a cohesive administrative structure, led by the Supreme Central Committee, professionally managed by the Technical Committee, and implemented by field teams and subcommittees in the governorates, directorates, and districts. This has created a high capacity for organization, discipline, and continuous interaction with changes in the field. The daily monitoring of the summer courses and the ongoing evaluations have enhanced the quality of performance and contributed to addressing challenges and improving programs. This has provided a stimulating educational climate within classrooms and created a learning environment that encourages active engagement and participation by male and female students. Daily activities were characterized by their vitality and diversity. Many of the courses featured student initiatives, training workshops, discussion sessions, and group activities. These contributed to developing a spirit of leadership, cooperation, and responsibility among young people, forming a solid foundation for instilling self-confidence and conscious openness to the world around them. Creative programs are witnessing remarkable development, with their outputs producing promising talents in the fields of drawing, singing, public speaking, writing, and acting. This demonstrates the effectiveness of the environment provided by the courses in embracing and developing energies based on authentic educational foundations. The agricultural and crafts programs provided rich practical content that reconnected students to the land and environment, forming a foundation for building a productive mindset that connects to daily life and enhances the status of work as a national and social value. In the field of sports, activities provide opportunities to hone physical skills and develop a spirit of challenge, cooperation, and commitment. Students participated in various competitions carefully designed to create a balance between mental effort and physical activity. Girls actively participated in these courses, and girls' schools witnessed advanced levels of performance, discipline, and excellence, particularly in Quranic and creative activities. This reflects the success of educational approaches to strengthening the role of girls and empowering them intellectually and spiritually. This year's summer courses demonstrated their ability to create an attractive and influential educational environment, providing students with a free platform for expression, a safe space for development, and an integrated system that takes into account diversity and difference, providing participants with a unique experience that accompanies them on their cognitive and social journey. This experience represented a true meeting point between the state and society, as the efforts of the government, educational institutions, local committees, and community initiatives integrated, establishing a national model based on partnership, awareness, and shared will. The Revolutionary Leadership is closely following the activities of the courses and has emphasized, on various occasions, their pivotal role in building the cultural and educational front. Meanwhile, the Supreme Political Council has supported this experience as a strategic tool in building knowledge for the future generation according to the methodology of the Quran and religious sciences. The Government of Change and Construction played an effective role in the success of the summer courses, providing an appropriate organizational environment, follow-up, and field visits. This contributed to enhancing performance stability and enabling educational administrations to implement quality activities that reflected the trend toward building renewed cognitive and cultural awareness, meeting the needs of young people and establishing a conscious generation fortified with values and identity. Parents demonstrated tangible engagement with this experience through their follow-up and encouragement. The courses represented a conscious educational choice for families and a source of reassurance, guiding children toward a safe environment rich in content that enhances the mental, cognitive, and religious behavior of those enrolled in the summer courses. A number of governorates have demonstrated exemplary models of supervisory teams that have achieved outstanding results by innovating local implementation methods that embody the spirit of initiative and creativity. These efforts have contributed to giving the experience a tangible development dimension, reflecting the impact of the summer courses in instilling values of belonging and teamwork, and developing educational and cultural skills among students. This has enhanced their awareness and contributed to the development of a generation aware of their issues and identity. As the summer courses draw to a close, the governorates are preparing to hold concluding events that reflect the fruits of the efforts exerted throughout the activities. Program outcomes will be presented, highlighting outstanding student models in various scientific, cultural, and artistic fields. This interactive event documents and commemorates these achievements, giving this phase a fully celebratory atmosphere that reflects the extent of community interaction and the spirit of creativity that pervaded the course atmosphere. These events carry great symbolism, representing the culmination of weeks of tireless work, highlighting the successes achieved, and opening a broader horizon for future courses, which are expected to be even more profound. This season has proven that summer courses are gradually transforming from a seasonal activity into a fully integrated educational institution, evolving year after year, expanding its social, cultural, and cognitive impact, and becoming a profound part of the national construction equation. This experience was considered a pivotal moment in shaping collective awareness, mobilizing national capabilities, and fortifying generations with knowledge and identity. It is presented today as a successful model for managing educational projects under exceptional circumstances and challenges. Thus, summer courses prove to be a strategic milestone in building awareness and developing human capital. Schools embodied the spirit of the national project, and the educational field embraced the seeds of cognitive and cultural transformation. Thousands of qualified individuals emerged from these courses, empowered to carry the banner of values and confidently shape the future in a nation that rises with its own will and paves the way toward a promising tomorrow with steadfastness, awareness, and competence. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
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Business Standard
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Punjab-Haryana water row: CM Saini hits back at Mann over fact-twisting
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday hit back at his Punjab counterpart Bhagwant Mann, accusing him of twisting facts, hours after the AAP leader rejected the BJP-ruled state's "demand for more water". Mann has accused the BJP of exerting pressure on the Punjab government through the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) to meet Haryana's demand and stated that the neighbouring state has already exhausted its water share in March. Haryana CM Saini cited a letter dated April 27, which he wrote to Mann, and said that he was surprised that instead of responding to his letter, Man released a video and tried to mislead the people by disregarding the facts. Saini stated that on April 26, he told Mann on the phone that the Punjab officials were showing reluctance in implementing the decision taken by BBMB's Technical Committee on April 23 to release water to Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Rajasthan. That day, Saini, according to an official statement, said Mann had given him an assurance that the matter would be resolved by April 27 morning. However, when nothing happened, Saini said he wrote the letter to Mann to look into the issue. Saini urged Mann to ensure the immediate release of water to Haryana as per the decision of the Technical Committee.
Arab Times
11-02-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Question on ‘Metro Project' deferred at Municipal Council panel meet
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 11: The Technical Committee at the Municipal Council, led by Munira Al-Amir, convened Tuesday during which it deliberated on eight items in its agenda. The committee requested detailed studies from the executive body on two matters: amending the Municipal Council's decision on the Egaila Beach development project (No. 7) and adding a fast food restaurant activity to the main roads. Three requests were returned to the executive body for updates as follows: allocating land for a stray dog shelter, amending the requirements for residential complex buildings, and addressing the residential construction percentages issue in Abu Al-Hasaniya. The committee deferred the vice-chairman's question about the Metro Project, the Real Estate Union's observations on building work regulations, and a soft drink company's request to allocate sidewalk space for coolers.
Daily Tribune
11-02-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Licence for Outdoor Umbrella
Members of the Northern Municipal Council were divided during their regular session over proposed guidelines from the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs to regulate outdoor umbrellas extending beyond property boundaries, while a councilor claimed that the new specifications could make the cost hit BD350. Several councillors opposed mandatory requirements that would force citizens and residents to obtain permits for installing umbrellas, considering these an unnecessary financial burden. The Northern Municipal Council's Technical Committee discussed the proposal, and sent it back with some comments, but its head, councillor Jasem Hijres, expressed his rejection against it, asserting citizens are already burdened by salary deductions without needing further costs. Among the comments attached allowing one-time payments and exempting low-income citizens from settling the fees. 'Citizens are already embroiled with financial challenges, and imposing additional costs through this proposal would only add to their struggles,' Hijres stated. He stressed the importance of considering the current economic climate and the financial strain many families face. 'Our goal should be to support citizens, not to burden them further,' he added, urging fellow council members to carefully reconsider the proposal before any final decisions are made. Meanwhile, councillor Abdulla Ashoor claimed that the new specifications will hike up the umbrella prices to BD350. '99% of the citizens use umbrellas made of iron,' stated Ashour, explaining: 'These specifications could make a single umbrella cost over 350 Bahraini dinars.' Councillor Abdullah Al Qubaisi agreed with Ashoor, adding that some conditions included with the proposal were 'impractical,'. Standards 'We need to ensure proper standards and safety for the installation of the outdoor umbrellas. However, it's essential that any measures implemented do not place an additional financial burden on citizens. We need to find a balanced approach that prioritises community needs without compromising affordability,' he explained. Councillor Basem Abuidrees insisted on abstaining from approving the proposal. 'We must support citizens and development but I find this proposal unclear. I recommend returning it for further study,'Abuidrees stressed. The Northern Municipal Council's Deputy Chair Zainah Jassim affirmed the councils' role is developing legislation, stating the technical committee shouldn't outright reject the proposal without providing its inputs.
