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Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vizag to pay tribute to India's textile heritage with 89-ft saree-crafted Ganesh idol
Visakhapatnam: As Ganesh Chaturthi (Vinayaka Chaviti) approaches, Vizag city is all set to witness a unique Ganesh idol made entirely from over one lakh sarees. This first-of-its-kind initiative is aimed at transforming the revered festival into an incredible tribute to India's textile heritage, with the saree — a symbol of classic tradition — taking centre stage. The colossal idol, blending cotton and silk sarees, is set to redefine festive artistry with its vibrant fusion of devotion and creativity. Vizag-based SV Entertainments is setting up the 89-foot tall Ganesh idol — Sri Sundara Vastra Maha Ganesha — made entirely of sarees at the Lanka grounds in Gajuwaka locality of port city. "We have procured cotton and silk sarees from renowned textile hubs of Surat and Mumbai to create the idol. The sarees will showcase India's rich weaving legacy, with their exquisite patterns and quality forming the intricate features of Lord Ganesha," said K Ganesh Kumar from SV Entertainments, which set up the 89-feet 'Sri Maha Uchchistha Ganapati' idol in 2024. In 2023, they presented 'Sri Anantha Panchamukha Maha Ganapati' idol, while in 2022, it was the 'Kailasa Viswaroopa Maha Ganapati'. "We have been promoting the tallest eco-friendly Ganesh idol in Vizag city. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3BHK Transformation Possible for ₹4.5 Lakh? HomeLane Get Quote Undo We chose sarees for this year's idol as it reflects a sustainable approach, emphasizing the deep cultural and emotional connection Indians share with this iconic garment. The sheer scale of using over one lakh sarees makes this idol a record-breaking textile marvel, celebrating both spirituality and craftsmanship," Ganesh Kumar added. A dedicated team of artisans from Chirala in Prakasam district, led by artisan Srikanth, have been working on installing the 89-feet idol made of sarees. The artisans are using eco-friendly materials such as small wooden logs and canes for the framework. Each saree is carefully shaped to capture the divine essence of Lord Ganesha, creating a visual masterpiece that honours tradition while pushing artistic boundaries. The team is aiming to complete the structure by Aug 25, two days before Ganesh Chaturthi, which falls on Aug 27. The 'Sri Sundara Vastra Maha Ganesha' is expected to attract thousands of visitors during the festivities to witness this distinctive fusion of religious belief and textile artistry. Beyond celebrating the saree as a cultural icon, the initiative aims to ensure that this year's Ganesh Chaturthi in Visakhapatnam will be a memorable showcase of devotion and tradition. Ganesh Chaturthi festivities and rituals will commence on Aug 27 and continue for 21 days. On the final day, organisers of the Ganesh idol will perform special pujas using large quantities of turmeric, kumkum, and flowers. The sarees used in the idol will then be distributed to devotees. GFX Ganesh Chaturthi falls on Aug 27 Vizag has gained recognition for creating the tallest Ganesh idols in the country for the last few years Last year, a 75-feet tall Ganesh idol made of jaggery lumps was installed in the city Most pandal organizers are using eco-friendly materials Vizag will have over 1,000 Ganesh pandals this year
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Time of India
Cyber slavery racket: Two more agents held, 4 rescued from Cambodia
1 2 3 Visakhapatnam: The police have issued an advisory on rising cases of cyber slavery in Southeast Asian nations. People in search of jobs abroad are being lured by fake agents and later forced to commit cyber frauds to survive. The Vizag city police have arrested two more agents and rescued four youngsters who were being trafficked to Cambodia. The accused, identified as Yelliti Suresh and R. Adi Lakshmi, are residents of the Gajuwaka locality in Vizag. The duo had lured unemployed youth with promises of lucrative jobs abroad. Vizag city police commissioner Shanka Brata Bagchi said the gang's kingpin, Vijay Kumar alias Sunny, is operating from Cambodia and has recruited youngsters from various parts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to carry out cybercrimes. He added that more than 150 people from Vizag are currently working in Cambodia in cyber fraud operations. It may be recalled that the Vizag police arrested Mukhesh, a native of Anakapalle district, last month for allegedly attempting to deceive unemployed youngsters with fake job offers and push them into cyber slavery in Laos. Police have also decided to issue a lookout circular for Ankita, a Vizag-based woman currently in Laos, who has been involved in luring youth with false job offers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo A senior police officer said hundreds of individuals from Andhra Pradesh are trapped in Cambodia, where they are allegedly held against their will and forced to carry out cyber frauds. Through the ongoing efforts of the AP Police, more than 100 youngsters previously trapped in Cambodia have been brought back home. With many educated but unemployed youth seeking job opportunities, these trafficking gangs promise positions in data entry and call centers abroad. The agents typically collect between Rs 50,000 to Rs 2 lakh from each candidate. Upon arrival in Southeast Asian countries, the gangs seize their passports, preventing them from leaving. Victims are then forced to engage in cybercrime targeting Indians, and in some cases, are made to pay thousands of Chinese Yuan to secure their return home.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Time of India
Cyber slavery in Loas: Cops arrest Vizag man; on lookout woman agent
Visakhapatnam: City police arrested a man for allegedly trying to deceive youths into cyber slavery in Laos with fake job offers. The accused was identified as Mukhesh, a native of Anakapalle district. Meanwhile, police have decided to issue a lookout circular (LOC) against a Vizag-based woman Ankita, who has been luring the youngsters into cyber slavery with fake job offers. Investigations revealed that Mukhesh and Ankita were old acquaintances. They met in Vizag city before Anikta left for Laos. Police stated involvement of Chinese nationals has been reported in organising the cyber fraud in Cambodia and Laos. K Bhavani Prasad, inspector of cybercrimes police station in Vizag, said that Ankita had gone to Laos in January this year, worked for Chinese cyber criminals in Laos and she duped Indians. "Now,Ankita is one of the agents who has been luring gullible unemployed youngsters from parts of Andhra Pradesh into cyber slavery," he added. The Indian nationals, from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and other states, had all been lured to either Thailand or Myanmar with false promises of jobs in the IT sector. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mistura chinesa faz cabelo crescer e homem fica irreconhecível Resultados em 30 dias Undo More than 100 people from Vizag region were trafficked to cybercrime centres, mostly run by Chinese criminal gangs, in lawless border regions of Myanmar, Bhavani Prasad added. Explaining the modus operandi, the police said that Ankita, with the support of her friends in parts of the Vizag region, promises (date entry operators and others) jobs to youths in Thailand and other places, with offers including decent salary, food, and accommodation. The interested unemployed youths are asked to pay 2.5 lakh to agents for the employment opportunity abroad. After landing in Thailand, the youths decide that they were cheated. Later, they are trafficked to Laos, where they are forced to engage in cybercrimes against Indians, as their Chinese bosses threaten and abuse them, the cops added. "We have observed that Ankita had contacted Mukhesh and asked him to deceive unemployed youth into travelling to cybercrime hubs in Laos under the pretext of data entry jobs in Thailand. As part of a multi-pronged approach to curb cases of cyber slavery, the police arrested Mukhesh and will issue lookout circular against Ankita," the police added. Earlier, youngsters from parts of AP who were lured into cybercrime operations in Cambodia, were rescued by law enforcement authorities in March 2024 following leads provided by the Indian embassy.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Vizag's floating restaurant project hits roadblock over CRZ clearance
Visakhapatnam: The much-hyped tourism project, which aims to convert an abandoned cargo ship into a floating restaurant under public private partnership (PPP) mode near Tenneti Park in Vizag city, remains stalled as the required CRZ (coastal regulation zone) clearance has not yet been granted. The Bangladesh cargo vessel MV Maa has been stranded at Tenneti Park beach in Vizag city since October 13, 2020. Following the incident, the vessel's owner did not reclaim the ship, citing elevated salvage costs, leaving the vessel abandoned on the shore. Vizag-based firm Gill Marines purchased the abandoned ship from the insurers PNI Club (North of England) at a cost of Rs 1.25 crore. Then tourism minister M Srinivasa Rao, in Dec 2021, declared that the abandoned vessel would be developed into a key tourism attraction in Vizag city, with the target date for completion set as July 2022. In March 2023, the Andhra Pradesh govt formalised an agreement with Shore and Ship Resort Pvt Ltd (SSRPL), represented by Surender Singh Gill, managing director of SSRPL, during the global investors' summit in Vizag for the development of the project. According to the MoU, SSRPL will set up a shore and ship resort, collaborating to facilitate investment in Andhra Pradesh and stimulate economic development. SSRPL intends to invest around Rs 30 crore in the project, which is projected to create jobs to around 200 individuals. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Surender Singh Gill, managing director of SSRPL, told TOI that apart from obtaining a few permissions, progress has been minimal. Speaking about the ongoing expenditure to protect the vessel from corrosion, he expressed hope that the project may soon receive CRZ clearance, particularly as officials from the Andhra Pradesh tourism department could accelerate the process and help move the project forward. The floating restaurant project near Tenneti Park in Vizag must still obtain CRZ clearance before any further work can proceed. GVB Jagadeesh, regional director of AP tourism development corporation, stated that a central team is expected to visit Vizag city to assess the proposed floating restaurant project in the coming days.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Healthcare gaps worsen snakebite incidents in North AP dists
Vizianagaram: Snakebite incidents in parts of Vizianagaram district are reaching alarming levels, with rural farmers facing a growing threat, especially during the rainy year, the district records an average of 600 to 700 snakebite cases, leading to significant fatalities and long-term disabilities. At least 10 people lose their lives to snakebites annually.A combination of inadequate healthcare facilities, poor road connectivity, and a lack of anti-venom at several primary hospitals has exacerbated the crisis in both Vizianagaram and Parvathipuram Manyam districts, according to CPM leader KS from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) reveals that Andhra Pradesh reported more than 1,700 snakebite-related deaths between 2018 and 2022, with farmers being the most Kiran Kumar, president of Vizag-based Snake Saver Society, notes that Russell's vipers and cobras are responsible for most fatalities, while a few other snake species contribute to additional deaths in northern Andhra type of snakebite determines the nature of toxins introduced into the body, which can lead to respiratory paralysis, internal bleeding, muscle breakdown, organ failure, and, ultimately, death. Medical experts warn that without swift intervention, victims can succumb within assurances from health officials that adequate anti-venom vials and essential medicines are available at healthcare facilities, they urge families of snakebite victims to transport patients as quickly as possible to medical centers to improve chances of survival.
