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2nd phase begins from Feb 15
With Rs 800, primary schools to hold annual function
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Soon, Wi-Fi internet access
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2nd phase begins from Feb 15
Bathinda, February 9 Presiding over a meeting conducted for the purpose, Civil Surgeon Dr Ajay Sahni said senior medical officers, medical officers, multipurpose supervisors (male and female), block health educators and computer operators were sensitised on the second phase of the survey. He said the suspected patient would be taken to the nearest primary healthcare centre and further referred to the district hospital if there is a need. The auxiliary nursing midwives (ANMs) and ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers have been entrusted with the task. From district hospitals, patients with specific requirements would be further referred to medical colleges so that the disease could be controlled at earlier stage itself. All the cancer patients would be provided medicines free of cost. The nodal officer of the campaign, Dr Raj Kumar, educated the health workers on the ways to fill referral cards and reporting forms. They were also apprised of details about the helpline. The nodal officer also gave details about filling up application forms seeking funds from the Chief Minister's Cancer Relief Fund. After the completion of training, micro plans would be chalked out to prepare schedules for people to visit primary health care centres. District Health Officer Dr Raghubir Singh Randhawa said the training would be held at the block and sector levels. The ASHA workers and the ANMs would be trained so that information about the CM's Cancer Relief Fund is provided to the beneficiaries. The entire second phase would be completed by March 30. cancer survey
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With Rs 800, primary schools to hold annual function
Bathinda, February 9 Under the Pravesh (Primary Vidya Sudhar) project, which has been launched as a successor of Parho Punjab campaign for improvement of standard of primary education, all the schools have been asked to spend Rs 800 from the school management committee (SMC) funds for the purpose. While the orders of holding annual function has drawn appreciation from various quarters, the measly Rs 800 marked for the event has not gone down well with the in-charges of these schools. The orders of Director General of School Education (DGSE) has suggested 11 activities that could be undertaken on the day as various contests, including debate, singing, kavishree, poetical recitation, handwriting, fancy dress, choreography, giddha, bhangra, clay modelling and sports. "Putting up a shamiana to cover a stage requires at least Rs 6,000. From where would we make arrangements for the chairs for the audience and props and dresses for children? Instead of holding annual function at the school level, clusters or blocks could have been banded together to hold such events," said one of the school heads. In order to attract more number of students to government schools, it has been proposed to include felicitation of intelligent students and young achievers at the annual function. "It is a good idea to motivate the students by honouring them, but we don't have enough funds to meet the expenses of holding such an event,” added a teacher from Model Town Phase-I primary school here. The Pravesh Project team has been directed to make plans for these schools and assist them in holding the function. All the circle education officer, district education officers (primary and secondary), principal government in-service training centre, principal district education and training institute (DIET) have been told to visit the primary schools in their areas and encourage students during the annual function. Meanwhile, District Education Officer (Primary) Harkanwaljit Kaur said the functions are being held with the sole focus being on improving the quality of primary education and instilling confidence in the young minds. "Usually, the government school students are bereft of the vibrant and joyous atmosphere that these functions provide. It will be a new experience for the children as well as their parents," she said. She added that Rs 800 earmarked for the activity would be enough as the schools will utilise sources already available with them. "We don't have to be loud and pompous. Rather it's the festivity and goodness that we aim at promoting through these functions," she added. There are 268 primary schools in the district. |
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Proposed lawyers’ chambers may give rise to parking woes
Bathinda, February 9 With the construction of the new chambers, 40 feet away from the existing chambers, the vehicles being parked presently would be shifted either outside or in the space left along the boundary wall of the courts complex. To deal with parking woes, lawyers are contemplating a multi-storey parking at the earmarked parking area adjoining the chambers. The secretary of the Bar Association, Gurwinder Mann, said with the
construction of 232 more chambers, the space for parking of vehicles was likely to reduce. The answer to the problem lies in constructing a multi-storey parking, he added. He said some lawyers had raised objections over some trees hindering the parking of vehicles in the metalled parking lot adjoining the chambers of lawyers. The present parking area could be converted into a multi-story parking lot. "We would try not to uproot the trees in the parking area. But if we have no other option, we would compensate the axing of trees by planting saplings around the complex. We are also planning a green belt between the recently-constructed chambers and the yet-to-be-constructed chambers," the secretary said. He said the police post, maalkhana, the old office of the district attorney situated alongside the boundary wall of the courts complex are likely to be razed whenever the construction work for new chambers begins. He said some space would be left along the boundary wall for parking of vehicles but a multi-level parking was the need of the hour. |
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Soon, Wi-Fi internet access
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Bathinda, February 9 The general secretary of the Bar Association, Gurwinder Mann, said the system was in the pipeline for sometime and it would be made practical within the next few days or so. The lawyers interested in using the internet would be provided with passwords to gain access to the system to exchange any digital data on computer and other gadgets. "The main coverage area of the Wi-Fi would be the courts complex, with special attention on the chambers for lawyers," Mann said. The idea behind making the DAC Wi-Fi is to speed up the process of exchanging personal or court-related data of the lawyers and to use the internet to download legal reports and other information. Since a Wi-Fi system is less secured as compared to the wired system, a meeting of all the lawyers interested in availing of the facility would be called. "We will issue passwords to the lawyers and it would be ensured that no lawyer further shares it with any outsider in order to maintain the privacy," Mann said. Thrust has also been made on the security of the internet connection and special software and hardware would also be used to check if somebody tries to sneak into our system. About the cost of installing the system, Mann said the amount was not much but they are planning to charge maintenance cost and other expenses. "The facility would be either free or will cost nominally,” he said. |
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Nature lovers find solace at Parks in city
Bathinda, February 9 As far as Chetak Park in the cantonment area is concerned, it is a favourite spot for nature lovers, who love to spend their time mesmerized by the beauty of nature. The park, well maintained by the Army, is a beautiful combination of serenity and recreation for people. The lush green lawn, flower beds, chirping of birds, serene lake and boating is what attracts one towards the lake here. Nearly 100-150 people visit the park on weekdays, while the figure touches 200 on weekends. KD Uppal, a retired judicial officer, who was roaming around the park with his little grand-daughter said, "One must compliment the designer of the park who has not used any artificial objects to beautify the place. He has marvellously utilized nature itself as tree trunks have been used as a decoration tool." "The only artificial thing here is the cemented paths. Men trained by the famous artist Nek Chand have created statues of the Rock Garden variety near the entrance to the park." A mini-zoo with guinea fowl, mandarin ducks, rabbits and pigeons, a nursery and Mickey Mouse ride for kids has also been provided for the entertainment of the visitors. "The park is better than others in the city. It is peaceful and good for families," Nirmala Devi, a homemaker, said. A group of girls were having a good time at the park. "This is the first time that we have come but we would like to visit the park again. It is very nature-friendly and has so many things to see." On the other hand, the Lake View Park also has its share of admirers. The park has been modernised with various kinds of boats like electric boats, shikaras, water scooters and speed boats. Apart from this, the park has a musical fountain, children's park and bumper boats for kids, surface zorbing and a cafeteria. Lakshdip Singh and Shinu, a couple visiting the park, said, "The park is very special for us. One year back, we met each other while boating and today we are married. I have chosen the park as the first place to visit after my marriage." Anshdeep Kaur, a computer lecturer, said, "I come here with my family every weekend. I enjoy the greenery, lake view and boating." Noor Sheikh, the manager of the park, said, "Around 100-150 people visit the park daily. However, on Saturdays and Sundays, the number increases to
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Athletes get tips on physical fitness
Bathinda, February 9 He spoke on components of fitness like strength, speed, endurance, flexibility and neuro-muscular coordination. He also taught bio-mechanics in sprints to the students of physical education. The students were made to understand the need for stamina and endurance in athletic events and on ways to give their best even under pressure. International athlete and president, District Athletics Association, KPS Brar, also addressed the students and gave them tips on fitness regimen. Physical fitness was the key to athletic excellence, Brar told the students. Principal, Malwa College of Physical Education, Darshan Singh, thanked the key speakers and advised the students to follow the tips given. Coach Rajinder Singh Saini was also honoured on the occasion by the
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Jeeda resident killed as car knocks down bicycle
Bathinda, February 9 The accused car driver fled from the spot after leaving the two lying in a pool of blood. A case under sections 279, 337, 338 and 304 of the IPC has been registered against the accused at the Nehianwala police station. Scooter stolen from
Harpal Nagar
A scooter worth Rs 30,000 was stolen by an unidentified person from near Harpal Nagar. In a complaint to the police, Ranjish Kumar of Mohalla Bhaika said his daughter had parked the scooter near her house and it was stolen by some unidentified persons. A case under section 379 of the IPC has been registered against the accused at the Civil Lines police station. 16 booked for clash during tender allotment
Police has registered a case under various sections of the IPC against 16 persons for entering into a brawl and causing injuries to the others during the allotment of tenders at the District Administrative Complex. In a complaint to the police, Makhan Singh of Jeond village said the accused attacked him and also injured Gulab Singh, Makhan Singh, Saun Singh, Manjinder Singh and Satnam Singh who were taken to the hospital with multiple injuries. The complainant said the accused also took away Rs 11,000 in cash, mobile phone and some important documents when the tenders were being allotted. The accused have been identified as Lakhvir Singh, Babu Singh, Nikka Singh, Amreek Singh, Leela Singh, Janta Singh, Charni Singh, Gogi Singh, Labh Singh, Ghona Singh, Bhola, Mukhtiar, Rupa, Manjeet, Janta, Seehan, Darshan Singh and 20 to 25 unidentified persons. A case under sections 379, 323, 148 and 149 of the IPC has been registered against the accused at the Civil Lines police station. One arrested with China-made kite string
Police has arrested a man for selling China-made kite string. The accused has been identified as Ashwini Kumar of Nai Basti. A case under section 188 of the CrPc has been registered against the accused at the Kotwali police station but he was subsequently released on bail. Four booked for theft of LPG cylinder, bike
Police has booked four persons for stealing an LPG cylinder and a motorbike from Guru Nanak School, Goniana Mandi. The complainant, Jagdev Singh, said the accused, including Sewak Singh, Inder Singh, Gogi and Shera took away material worth nearly Rs 36,000. A case under sections 457and 380 of the IPC has been registered against the accused at Nehianwala police station. Janta Nagar resident injured in road accident
A resident of Janta Nagar was injured in a road accident. The injured, identified as Kishore, was rushed to the hospital by the volunteers of Naujawan Welfare Society. The volunteers of the NGO said the accident took place on Santpura road. |
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