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Time of India
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Nagpur's EV count nears 78k, NMC to add 11 more charging stations
1 2 Nagpur: With 77,795 electric vehicles already on roads, Nagpur is racing to keep pace with the city's shift towards green mobility. To meet the growing demand, Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has launched work on 11 new public EV charging stations under a public-private partnership with Reliance BP Infra Limited. Acting on directives from NMC commissioner Abhijit Chaudhari, the stations will be installed at Jaitala Bazaar Square (Orange Street), Rahate Colony Square (near PKV premises), Dayanand Park, Police Motor Transport Section on Katol Road, parking near Patrakar Bhavan close to Yeshwant Stadium, Wadi Naka on Amravati Road, Futala Road near police chowki, Budhwari Bazaar near Sakkardara water tank, Shanti Nagar Main Road near water tank, behind Anjuman College in Mangalwari Complex, and Central Bazaar Road opposite Tuli Imperial Hotel parking. According to NMC's electric department, no-objection certificates are pending for a few locations, but NMC additional commissioner Vaishnavi B told TOI the process is underway and all stations will be operational within 90 days. The facilities will cater to two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and four-wheelers, aiming to reduce range anxiety and encourage more citizens to make the switch to electric vehicles. MSEDCL data shows the district currently has 151 charging stations—58 in urban areas and 93 within city limits. Of these, 43 were set up by fuel providers, while MSEDCL operates six. Officials say the expansion will "recharge" Nagpur's journey towards becoming a cleaner, more sustainable city. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NMC's ‘Divyang Orchestra' To Showcase Hidden Talents of Differently Abled
Nagpur: In a unique initiative to encourage differently-abled individuals and provide them with a platform to showcase their talents, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) will soon organise a special 'Divyang Orchestra' event as part of its Amrit Mahotsav celebrations. A key meeting regarding the event was recently held by additional commissioner Vaishnavi B, during which she issued necessary directives for its planning and execution. Present at the meeting were deputy commissioner Ranjana Lade, sports officer Piyush Ambulkar, divyang coordinator Abhijit Raut, and sports inspector Ujwala Charade, along with other officials. Both school-going and out-of-school differently-abled individuals from the city can participate in the orchestra programme. Additional commissioner Vaishnavi B urged maximum participation from the divyang community and encouraged them to seize this opportunity. To ensure participants give impactful performances, NMC will offer two months of free training. Those interested in joining the orchestra should fill out the application form available on the official NMC website — — starting Monday, August 4. This one-of-a-kind initiative will serve as a golden opportunity for differently-abled artists in Nagpur to present their talent to the world.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Time of India
Computer Lab On Wheels Launched for NMC School Students
Nagpur: In a transformative step to promote digital literacy among students at the schools run by Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), a new initiative — Wings Fly High-Mobile Computer Education Bus Lab — was launched at Pardi Marathi Upper Primary School on Tuesday. Inaugurated by NMC additional commissioner Vaishnavi B, the initiative aims to bring computer education to students of NMC-run schools, fostering an interest in technology and equipping them for a brighter future. The mobile computer lab, a collaborative CSR initiative by Elkem ASA, and Sahyadri Foundation, Nagpur, is designed to provide free computer education to students in NMC schools. The launch event was attended NMC education officer Sadhana Sayam, Elkem plant head Kumar Kislay, senior manager Sanjay Bedekar, Sahyadri Foundation director Devendra Kshirsagar, Wings Fly High project manager Nitesh Nagdeve, the school's headmistress, teachers, and students. The project aims to offer hands-on computer training through a fully equipped mobile lab to students of Classes 5 to 8. For the next three months, the bus will visit NMC upper primary schools with high student enrolment, ensuring access to quality digital education. This initiative marks a significant milestone in bridging the digital divide and empowering young learners in Nagpur's municipal schools.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Igniting Minds: DIY Science Revolution At A NMC School
Nagpur: Inside a set of three transformed classrooms at Hindi Mor School in Ramdaspeth, science is no longer a subject limited to books or blackboard teachings. Beakers bubble, models whirl, and students' eyes light up with curiosity. This is the Young Kalam Discovery Science Centre, a vibrant space where learning becomes an experience, not a lecture. Launched by the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) in partnership with the HCL Foundation and the Social Economic Development Trust (SEDT), the centre is designed to spark scientific thinking among students of Classes 5 to 10 studying in NMC-run schools. The goal is to cultivate a generation of thinkers, creators, and innovators who engage with science not as a subject, but as a tool to understand the world. "This centre allows students to experience science," explains additional municipal commissioner Vaishnavi B. "They don't just hear about Newton's Laws or DNA structures — they see them in action and understand how it applies to real life." The process begins with a 30-mark objective test to evaluate students' existing knowledge, followed by immersive experiments in physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Could Be the Best Time to Trade Gold in 5 Years IC Markets Learn More Undo The initiative enjoys strong backing from municipal commissioner Abhijeet Chaudhari. During a recent visit to the centre, Chaudhari expressed his appreciation for the initiative's ability to transform dry classroom theory into exciting learning journeys. "It's about building scientific temper, as envisioned by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam," Chaudhari said. The science centre's journey began in 2017, when NMC and HCL Foundation first collaborated to introduce interactive science education tools for municipal school students. Initially based in Lalganj, the centre was shifted to Barrister Sheshrao Wankhede Vidyaniketan in Ramdaspeth in 2019. Three classrooms were redesigned into full-fledged science laboratories. The materials and experimental kits used at the centre were sourced from HCL Foundation's hub in Kerwadi, Parbhani, known for its pioneering work in rural science education. The centre's team of facilitators, including Nikhil Lakshane and Kalidas Nakade, bring science alive through engaging, demonstrative teaching. Each session is carefully curated to align with the school curriculum while going far beyond textbook explanations. Students handle solar energy models, DNA helix kits, Newton's colour wheel, water harvesting systems, and even soil-type samplers. "Hands-on learning brings clarity," says Lakshane, adding: "Students who were once unsure about basic principles now articulate them confidently." After going through the experiments, students take another test, and the improvement in scores often surprises both students and teachers. Beyond the curriculum, the centre nurtures creative scientific expression. Students are encouraged to design and present their own models at science festivals. Many have gone on to win Inspire Awards, a national initiative recognising innovative projects built by young minds. The three laboratories are filled with vibrant, tactile teaching tools, from a model of the Tower of Pisa demonstrating centre of gravity to interactive games explaining solar and lunar eclipses. Students explore human anatomy, illusions, wind turbines, and more — all designed to make complex ideas accessible and exciting. "Children remember what they enjoy," says Sadhana Sayam, NMC's education officer. "These labs not only build knowledge but also foster imagination and problem-solving. They leave children wondering, exploring, and dreaming bigger," she adds. As India seeks to strengthen its future in science and innovation, initiatives like the Young Kalam Discovery Science Centre are quietly, yet powerfully, laying the foundation — one experiment at a time.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NMC Unveils 114 Digital Classrooms in Civic Schools Ahead of New Academic Year
Nagpur: Ahead of the new academic year beginning June 24, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has equipped 114 civic school classrooms with interactive smart boards and computer labs. The initiative, spearheaded by municipal commissioner and administrator Abhijeet Chaudhari, aims to make civic school students technology-savvy and future-ready. The smart classrooms feature interactive panels that allow students to engage dynamically with content, blending traditional teaching with modern digital tools. A two-day teacher training programme was launched on Tuesday to ensure smooth implementation. Additional commissioner Vaishnavi B inaugurated the session at the Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee E-Library in Bajeria. Expert trainers Prabhat Tiwari and Raju Kalbande will train over 200 teachers in four batches. The digital classrooms have been established under NMC's 'Mission Navchetna'. On Day 1, 54 teachers received hands-on training in smartboard hardware, software, multilingual content usage, and digital classroom management. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esse dispositivo discreto está virando febre entre idosos com dor nos nervos. A arte do herbalismo Undo The workshop also included practical demonstrations of tools like notepads and subject content in Devanagari and English scripts. With this initiative, students from Classes 1 to 12 in NMC schools will learn using cutting-edge technology. The civic body aims to bridge the digital divide in civic education and ensure that its students are not left behind in the era of smart learning. Teachers are being empowered with tech skills, while students will experience a richer, more interactive educational environment than ever before.
