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Jor mela from dec 26 Surinder Bhardwaj
Fatehgarh Sahib, December 18 More than 10 lakh devotees are expected to pay obeisance to Sahibjadas at Gurdwara Fatehgarh Sahib. Yashveer Mahajan, Deputy Commissioner, said a ban had been imposed on setting up of gambling stalls, dance pandals, swings and other sources of entertainment. He said 24 hours power supply, clean drinking water and medical facilities would be available for the pilgrims. Four information centres would be set up for the convenience of pilgrims, he added. He said a light and sound programme “Main Tera Banda” based on Baba Banda Singh Bahadur would be held at Aam Khas Bagh. An exhibition depicting achievements of the government would also be organised at Administrative Complex. He called upon the pilgrims to maintain the religious sanctity of the mela. RS Khatra, SSP, said as far as the security arrangements were concerned, the mela had been divided into four sectors and each sector would be headed by an officer. He said 16 parking sites had been earmarked and the main traffic would be diverted through link roads and no vehicle would be allowed at the venue for the mela. He said police personnel would be deployed at all entry points in order to keep a check on anti-social elements. The Deputy Commissioner has banned carrying of weapons, kirpans, sharp-edged weapons and all wine shops will remain closed from December 26 to 28. No shops, stalls and langars will be allowed on both sides of the roads connecting Gurudwara Fatehgarh Sahib with Gurudwara Jyoti Swarup Sahib.
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Tehsildar’s office, Suvidha Centre ‘powerless’
Fatehgarh Sahib, December 18 Though a generator set has been installed in the building that houses both Suvidha Centre and tehsildar’s office, no one has ever bothered to operate the same. Manoj Banda, secretary, Hindu Organisation, said though the state government claimed to have implemented Citizen's Charter in 67 departments for time bound delivery of papers, the problem was that people had to make rounds of the offices just to get their papers deposited. He said in tehsil office Rs 1,200 was charged as computer fee from all those who got their documents registered. Similarly, at the Suvidha Centre one had to shell out a hefty sum for getting an application deposited, he added. But the centre eludes a proper seating arrangement. One cannot find potable water there. Moreover, in the absence of tehsildars, the registration work is started in the afternoon and it continues till late evening. When contacted, naib tehsildar, said the government was not providing funds for buying diesel for the generator set.
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Youths snatch purse
Ambala, December 18 The purse was containing two rings, one chain, one mangalsutar and Rs 10,000 in cash. In his complaint, Vishal Raina said he, along with his wife, boarded a train for Jammu. When the train halted at the Ambala Cantt Railway Station, he was told that the train would depart after two hours as fog had engulfed the region. Raina decided to pay a short visit to Ambala Cantt, where the youths snatched his wife’s purse. Later, Raina reported the matter to the police.
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Denied bike, youth commits suicide
Chandigarh, December 18 Victim Krishan Pal, was found hanging at his residence by his family members. He is survived by parents and four sisters. The police said his father told them that his son was asking them for a bike which he was denied as the family was facing financial crunch. The police has initiated inquest proceedings.
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Gyms at coaching centres cry for attention
Chandigarh, December 18 The poor condition of the gyms was reported in the columns on June 21 of this year; however, nothing has been done to introduce new equipments and infrastructure at the centres. Hi-tech gyms are getting regular attention and care whereas the gyms meant for players at sports complexes and training centres, have not undergone any kind of change for the past 15 years. The equipment at gyms of Sports Complex, Sector 7, Football Stadium, Sector 17, and Sports Complex, Sector 46, are in poor condition. “At the most, the authorities provide us with free machine oil so that it can work properly. These are among the oldest gyms of the city and might be for keeping only as heritage items,” said a player, at Coaching Centre, Sector 7. Notably, both the gyms come under the sports department but the gyms of sports stadiums have been given a step motherly treatment after the excuse that if the coache, appointed at the coaching centre, asks for the requirements in writing, the centre will be provided. “Many a times the officials do visit the complexes as chief guests during any tournaments but they never stress upon the fact that the complexes need make-up. We do provide them in writing but then we remain under the axe of officials,” said a coach, on the condition of anonymity.
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Cricket Tourney
Panchkula, December 18 The winning team overcame the rivals by 175 runs. Batting first, Manimajra scored 304 for 3 in the allotted slot of 20 overs. Rajat (122) and Arun (73) scored a 250-run partnership and guided the team to victory. In reply, the Kalka team failed to achieve the target and bundled out for 129-runs. For bowling side, Chirag and Vishal grabbed two wickets each. While for Shepard School, Deepak contributed 41-runs and Atul scored 19-runs. In the second match of the day, Doon Public School, Sector 21, Panchkula, overcame Little flower Convent School, Sector 14, and won the match with glory by eight wickets. Doon Public School bundled out the team of Little Flower School on the mere total of 89. Shivam Chautala was the pick of the bowlers for his 3 for 21 while Nikhl and Shubham grabbed two wickets each for the winning side. For Little Flower Ronit (11) was the main scorer. On other hand, Doon Public School achieved the target with the help of unbeaten knock by Surya Kanojia (43) and Shivam Chautala (22).
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Varun guides Saupin’s school to victory
Chandigarh, December 18 For giving best performance in the tournament, Prithvi Lohtiya was declared as man of the series while Arjun Aggarwal and Satyam were adjudged as bet bowler and best batsman, respectively. Varun bagged man of the match award while Feroz and Ritk Shukla bagged best wicketkeeper and best fielder award, respectively. In the final match of the tournament, the winning side defeated the rivals by three wickets. Elected to bat first, DP Azad team set a target of 151runs against the winners. Harinder scored his half century off 35. He contributed 53 runs and was equally supported by Ayudh Sharma, who contributed 30 off 35. For Saupin’s school, Pabhjeet Singh took 2 for 38. In reply, the Saupin’s school team achieved the target with one over in hand. Varun guided the team to victory with his 57-run contribution. For bowling side, Ritik and Arjun Aggarwal took two wickets each. Brief Score: Saupin’s school: 152 for 7 in 24 overs (Varun 57, Prabhjeet 27, Ritik Shukla 2 for 24, Arjun Aggarwal 2 for 29). DP Azad: 151 for 6 in 25 overs (Harinder 53, Ayudh Sharma 30, Prabhjeet 2 for 38).
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St Soldier Team A register win
Panchkula, December 18 Anshul Mina (21) and Sidharth Danda (16) stayed on crease and helped the team to achieve the total. Brief scores: St Soldier Cricket Academy (B): 60 for 10 in 16.5 overs (Vaibhav Sharma 11, Ujwal Sharma 9, Tarun Verma 5 for 10, Arjun Azad 2 for 6, Rohit 2 for 8). Brief Scores: DCM Cricket Academy: 130 for 4 in 20 overs (Mayur 56, Ayush 24, Anish 16, Eranjay Kherawat 2 for 24, Hardik Jain 2 for 5). Sam Cricket Academy: 134 for 1 in 11 overs (Vimal 59, Sachin 27, Shubham 18, Vishesh 1 for 12).
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Kings XI thrash Mohali Super Kings
Chandigarh, December 18 Batting first, Mohali Super Kings scored a target of 159-runs in the allotted 30 overs. Shubham Gill scored 68 off 79 while Swapnil scored 48 off 48. For Kings XI team, Amish Sidhu took 5 for 28. In reply, Kings XI team achieved the target with one-over in hand. Amrit (39) and Mayank Sidhu (26) guided the team to victory. Brief Score: Mohali Super Kings-159 for 7 in 30 overs (Shubham Gill 68, Swapnil 48, Amish Sidhu 5 for 28). Kings XI: 161 for 7 in 29 overs (Amrit 39, Mayank Sidhu 26, Lakhwinder 3 for 29, Jaswinder 2 for 28).
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World Golf Championship from today
Chandigarh, December 18 Around 110 golfers from all over the world will participate in the 3-day golfing tour. On other hand, 134 golfers will participate in the events to be
held at Chandigarh Golf Club (18 holes) on December 20 . While 240 players will
participate on December 21 at Panchkula Golf Club (18 holes). The title of the championship will be decided on the aggregate score of two days. The format of the tourney will be stoking
play with handicap applied on Peoria system of scoring. In addition to this, individual and spot prizes will be awarded on both
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Chess meet from Dec 24
Chandigarh, December 18 The event will be held at St Xavier’s Senior Secondary School, Sector 44, here. The top four players in both men and women will be selected to represent the city in the forthcoming National Chess (team) Championship to be held in Kerala from February 22 to 28. The interested participants can submit their entries before December 24, with the organisers. |
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