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2 lakh employees boycott work
‘Divine goat’ major attraction during Eid festivities
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Murder case
Nitin shines as BSE boys log win in football
Doon school qualifies for national soccer tourney
Heritage School win inaugural match in b’ball tournament
46 errant drivers penalised in Doon
Woman
ends life
Bid to snatch gold chain
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2 lakh employees boycott work
Dehradun, October 14 "The government has not accepted our demands for three promotions in the career of an employee or grade pay under Assured Career Progression (ACP), hike in pay grade from Rs 2,000 to Rs 2,400, Rs 2,400 to Rs 2,800, Rs 2,800 to Rs 4,200 and Rs 4,200 to Rs 4,800 and vehicle allowance and the removal of pay anomalies within a stipulated time frame," said Arun Pandey, spokesperson for
the council. On the other hand, council president Prahlad Singh said the boycott would continue till October 15 and in case the government fails to fulfil their demands, they would go on an indefinite stir from October 16. "The government has asked for 15 days to implement these demands. But we are of the opinion that it is adopting delaying tactics and is not serious about solving the problems of the employees," he said.
Their Demands
The government has asked for 15 days to implement these demands. But we are of the opinion that it is adopting delaying tactics and is not serious about solving the problems of the employees. — Prahlad Singh, president, State Employees' Joint Council
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‘Divine goat’ major attraction during Eid festivities
Haridwar, October 14 This goat's outer body layer resembles the pious words of ''Allah'' and ''Mohammed,'' which has made this goat more special. People from nearby areas are coming to see this goat and with just two days remaining for Bakr-Eid. This goat is fetching one of the highest bids. Murshid Habib Raza ,local resident who just bought this goat from a trader, said that the seller had no knowledge of the Arabic language, ''so he could not gauge the importance of the goat.'' But as he spotted the goat and saw the outer skin layer resembling the two pious words, he bought the goat at a maximum price the seller asked from him. Now Habib is flooded with bids from across the district as soon as word spread that he possessed a special goat. Some Muslim clerics term it as a divine goat, while local Muslims are trying to have a glimpse of this goat and seek blessings. While many want this goat from Habib at any cost, though he is in dilemma whether to sell this unique goat or keep it for himself only. Tanveer Ali,a local resident, said that they had for the first time seen or heard about such a goat ,which has such pious words. ''Everyone wants to have a glimpse of this special goat and many consider it auspicious,'' added
Tanveer.
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Farmers' stir against BHEL enters 6th month
Haridwar, October 14 The affected farmers, who are staging the agitation under the banner of the Kisan Sangharsh Samiti, alleged that the BHEL management had failed to address their woes and was now trying to weaken their movement. Samiti chief Balwan Singh Chauhan alleged that whenever these farmers resorted to an agitation in the past, the BHEL management gave them false assurances. General secretary of the samiti Sanjay Sharma alleged that 1,500 acres of farmers’ land that was in the BHEL's possession had not been utilised for the purpose it was procured from them in the 1960s. He demanded that the land should be returned to these farmers. Santosh Chauhan, a leaders of the women's cell of the samiti, said whenever farmers protested in the past, the BHEL management pressurised them into ending the agitation. "However, this time farmers are adamant and will end the agitation only after the BHEL management gives them in writing as to when their demand will be met. The farmers' agitation completed five months today," said Chauhan. Sanjay Sharma alleged that the BHEL management had given 30 bighas of farmers' land to the Tehri Dam-affected people under the rehabilitation programme and without any proper documentation. He demanded a high-level probe into this. Meher Singh Chauhan said even after five months of their agitation, the BHEL management was yet to taken any action, which speaks volume of its
tyrant attitude.
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I get my strength from Lord Hanuman, says Ramlila actor
Mussoorie, October 14 Chandar Bhan has been playing the role of Hanuman during the Dasehra procession for the past 43 years and still has the same strength to regale the audience treading all the way on foot from Landour to Library Bazaar, braving any sort of weather conditions. Without any let off in monkey-like mischief, Chandar Bhan, donning the attire of Hanuman, regales the children accompanying him all the way to Library Bazaar who love him as he throws the eateries picked up from shops towards them, displaying the monkey tantrums on the way during the procession. He has never looked back since 1970 and has been performing the role of Hanuman in Mussoorie without a
break. This year, too, Chandar Bhan arrived at Sanatan Dharam Temple in Landour around 1 pm and was helped by his close aide Vijay Singh, who helps him with makeup and dressing him in attire of Hanuman for the procession. As the procession began from the temple after the traditional prayers, Chandar Bhan began his journey from Landour Bazaar to Gandhi Chowk with the same vigour and strength as in the past attributing it to his devotion for Lord Hanuman. ''After wearing the clothes of Hanuman and with the mace in his hand, I feel the power of Hanuman in myself and will carry on till the time the Lord permits me,'' says Chandar Bhan. Vijay Singh, his close aide, who assists him in dressing up for the occasion, is of the view that it is indeed a miracle that Chandar Bhan, who does not take a single penny for his role as Hanuman, is ready for a gruelling journey at an advanced age even today. Chandar Bhan thanks the lord and his family who is supportive of him and has never questioned him on his playing the role Hanuman year after year as they know it is one role which gives him immense joy and satisfaction. However, Chandar Bhan is worried as who would succeed him after he stops playing the role in Mussoorie. ''With the staging of Ramlila coming to a halt, there are not many takers, and it would be difficult to find artistes in future. The children too with all the modern education are not ready to perform on the streets of the town,'' said Chandar Bhan. Chandar Bhan has not lost hope and says that one day the people of the town will realise the importance of moral values inherent in the story of Rama and would restart the tradition of Ramlilas once again. Sangmitra, a tourist and housewife from Bengal, who is a regular visitor to Mussoorie during Dasehra holidays, said that this year she had brought her grandchildren to witness the procession and especially the acts of Hanuman. She further said that she was not aware that the person who plays Hanuman was 71. ''The social organisations, including those of senior citizens, should acknowledge his contribution and felicitate him as a mark of respect,'' added
Sangmitra.
The case
The BHEL management had procured farmers' land for setting up public-sector power equipment at Ranipur in the 1960s, but it is yet to compensate a section of the peasants.
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Murder case
Dehradun, October 14 “I have lost faith in the capacity of the CBI to carry out a free and fair investigation in the case because the culprits are still roaming free. It has failed to investigate the case in a scientific manner,” said Saklani. Saklani while addressing mediapersons here today demanded a change in the present CBI team. “The present members of the CBI team have some connection with Dehradun. I suspect they are working under influence and I want them to be replaced with honest officers,” he
added. He demanded that an opportunity be provided to him to meet the CBI Director, a copy of his statement given under Section 161 of CrPC be given to him and he be briefed about the status of the investigation in the murder case. It is to be noted that 63-year-old Pushpa Saklani was murdered in her house on Park Road on October 16 last year. The incident had led to widespread protests in Dehradun. DIG, Garhwal, Sanjay Gunjyal had taken over the investigation in the case. He had formed various teams to solve the murder case. The police after investigating the case had concluded that Pushpa’s murder was ‘revenge killing’. “Shamim Alam was jailed due to me and he took the revenge by killing my wife,” he said. Later on the high court directions the case was transferred to the CBI, which is holding a probe into the case. Members of the Bar Association along with political and social workers will sit on a dharna at the Collectorate’s Office tomorrow in support of their demand for a free and fair investigation in
the case. BJP leader Ravindra Jugran along with Bar Association members accompanied Saklani at the press conference.
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Sandeep wins Mussoorie half marathon, cross-country race
Mussoorie, October 14 In the girls' section Ankita Chaudhry from sports hostel, Agustmuni, Rudraprayag, lifted the winning trophy here. Sandeep Singh clocked the timing of 1 hour 10 minutes and 44 seconds for his 21-km run while Preetam Bind from ONGC, Dehradun, stood second with timing of 1 hour 13 minutes and 36 seconds. Deepak with the timing of 1 hour 13 minutes and 48 seconds stood third in the race. Yashwant Singh, Deepak Singh and Sailesh Singh stood from Garhwal Rifles Regimental Centre, Lansdowne, third, fourth and fifth, respectively. In girls' section Anjna Verma from Sports College, Augustmuni, and Shobha Rana from Sanatan Dharam Inter College stood second and third, respectively. In 11-km marathon race Naveen from Maharana Pratap Sports College, Dehradun, stood first while Devyani from Sports College, Augustmuni, Rudraprayag, won the race in girls' section. Pinchu Kumar stood second in the 11-km race while Nishu Kumar from Bijnor and Aakash stood fourth. Navraj Shahi from Ghananand Inter College, Mussoorie, stood fifth in the race here. In cross-country race, girls' section, Pooja Kumari, Preeti Mehta and Rinki stood first, second, third and fourth, respectively. In boys' section Nitish, Kapil Rawat, Shubham and Rahul stood first, second, third and fourth, respectively. The chief guest on the occasion, the eminet Bollywood actor, distributed the prizes and citations along with former Mussoorie MLA Jot Singh Gunsola and former MC president, OP Uniyal. Tom Alter speaking on the occasion said that the government should stop funding the sports federation if it wanted sports to grow in the country. Citing the example of BCCI he said that cricket had grown manifold due to non-interference of the government and if it takes away its hand from the other sports, these would also grow in similar fashion. He also said that sports should be treated as art form as in other countries. Roop Chand, Nand Kumar and others were present on the occasion.
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Nitin shines as BSE boys log win in football
Dehradun, October 14 In the second match, Rising Star thrashed Vikasnagar Club by 4-1 in a one-sided match. Chirag opened the tally after scoring a goal in the 27th minute followed by a series of two goals by Nikhil and Sanjay in the 33rd and 38th minute. Ankur scored the fourth goal for Rising Star in the 59th minute. Kshitiz remained the lone scorer for Vikasnagar and scored the goal in the
42nd minute.
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Doon school qualifies for national soccer tourney
Dehradun, October 14 The CBSE National Football Tournament will be held at Rajasthan in November with 82 teams from across the country participating in the tournament.
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Heritage School win inaugural match in b’ball tournament
Dehradun, October 14 Heritage School won both quarters, 16-2 and 15-6, against Doon Cambridge School. The team won the match by 31-8. In the second match, Guru Ramdas World School defeated St. Joseph Academy by 20-16. St. Joseph Academy won the first quarter by 10-6, but lost their momentum in the second quarter. The match between Himalyan Public School and St. Jude School was called off and would be played tomorrow. As many as 12 school teams are participating in tournament with final match being played on
October 21.
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46 errant drivers penalised in Doon
Dehradun, October 14 The errant drivers were caught triple riding, using mobile phones while driving and not wearing helmets. According to the police, their main focus was on places such as Balliwala Chowk and FRI gate and GMS Road. Similar drives will be carried out in future as well.
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