Rail Bandhu June 2017

JUNE 2017

VOL 7

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MINISTER'S MESSAGE

AMBITIONS GALORE

Novel funding plans Dear Traveller, As always, it gives me immense pleasure to write to you again.

It is our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s firm belief that Railways can give Gati and Pragati to the nation. We are driven by his vision to make Indian Railways the growth engine of our country.

It is our endeavour to provide superior travel experience to our passengers. We have taken a number of measures to ensure this with significant success. Augmenting passenger amenities, new train products, special trains and increasing carrying capacity are just some of the measures we have adopted to provide comfort to our passengers.

However, we have a lot more to do. We are working on an ambitious `8.56 lakh crore investment plan in the next five years. We have gone beyond the traditional method of financing and are leveraging innovative financing models for fuelling our capital expenditure plan. We have formed Joint Ventures with States to speed up infrastructure augmentation keeping the specific needs of every State in perspective.

Sustainability is another thrust area. We have mainstreamed sustainability and it is no more a peripheral activity. We are working on not only reducing our carbon footprint but also creating positive environmental impact.

Our Honourable Prime Minister has taken keen interest in Railways and under his able leadership, as we continue on our journey to take Indian Railways to greater heights, your cooperation is important to us.

Let us work together to make Indian Railways one of the best in the world.

SURESH PRABHU

Hon'ble Minister of Railways Government of India

We are working on an ambitious `8.56 lakh crore investment plan in the next five years

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CONTENTS

TRAVEL

RAIL UPDATE

30 LEAD STORY

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IRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three-year performance report

May Day Celebration

Explore the ethereal beauty of Kashmir ` `

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ENTRY TICKET

CABIN CONVERSATION

Plan your trips around these days and events

Actor Richa Chadda shares her story of success

CULTURE

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WIDE ANGLE

DREAM SCAPE

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Watch a bewildering spectacle at Jim Corbett www.railbandhu.in

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HERITAGE HALT

Experience a rejuvenating energy in Anandpur Sahib

CONTENTS

DISCOVER

LIFESTYLE

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74

FOOD YARD

Relish the flavours of Assamese cuisine

WIDE ANGLE

Know more about Mumbai’s Dabbawalas

80

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STAR TRACKER Your tarot predictions for this month

81 SHORT TAKES

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Books to read and movies to watch this month

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ON THE COVER Kashmir is considered one of the three prominent cultivating places of saffron all over the world

ON THE SUCCESS TRACK

RAIL ACHIEVEMENT

A capital investment of over

Indian RAILWAYS

ACHIEVEMENTS Indian Railways has always been instrumental in the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development. It has not only been transforming itself but also helping in the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth. Here are the highlights of its initiatives and achievements over the last three years

`

3.75

lakh crore

done in the last 3 years. Total Capex Plan for 5 years is

`

8.5

lakh crore

Commissioned

60

projects

Laid

7,686

` `

km of additional railway lines.

Pace of electrification gone up from an average of 1,184 km during 2009-2014 to

2,013

in 2016-17.

km

Highest loading of freight at

1.09

billion

tonnes

8.2

billion

Passengers in 2016-17.

PASSENGER AMENITIES AND DIGITAL INDIA INITIATIVES Railway Ministry made sustained efforts during the three years to enhance passenger earnings and no. of passengers. For the first time in recent years, negative growth has been seized and there is an increase in the number of passengers and earnings

321

8,221 million passengers travelled in 2016-17, amounting to an increase in passenger earnings at `2,000 cr, more than last year.

Service charges on e-ticket booked through IRCTC has been withdrawn.

Cashless reservations (e-tickets) have gone up from 58 per cent to 68 per cent.

A more passenger-friendly app with enhanced ease namely â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;IRCTC- Rail Connectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with additional features launched.

Deen Dayalu Coaches have been manufactured by ICF, Chennai.

E-catering facility launched at 250 stations. 408 railway stations designated for providing e-catering in last three years.

E-ticketing facility launched for disabled passengers and for accredited journalists on concession pass.

Yatri Mitra Sewa launched for old and differentlyabled passengers.

Yatri Ticket Suvidha Kendra (YTSK) scheme launched.

E-ticketing portal launched in Hindi.

1 Tejas, 5 Humsafar express trains, 2 Antyodaya trains, 10 DEMU and 82 MEMU trains launched.

Provision made for acceptance of international debit and credit cards for payment of e-ticket through IRCTC website.

Social media platforms on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube with the handle @RailMinIndia launched. The Ministry has first-of-its-kind real time 24x7 public grievance redressal system.

1,435

stations have been provided with 100 per cent LED lights during 2014-17.

All India Security Helpline

182

set up to seek emergency help during travel and number 138 to provide all other query/complaints during travel.

A massive scheme for providing Water Vending Machines (WVMs) is launched to provide RO water at affordable prices.

Capacity for reserved accommodation increased by providing

350 trains speeded up in last three years. 104 trains converted to superfast express trains in 2016-17.

ICF Chennai has turned out one Glass Roof Top Tourist Coach called Vistadome coach in the train between Visakhapatnam and Araku Valley.

4.11 cr additional seats.

Enhanced Reservation quota for senior citizens and women.

Destination alert and wake-up alarm services launched on

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PASSENGER AMENITIES AND DIGITAL INDIA INITIATIVES Rationalisation of computerised Passenger Reservation System (PRS) to enable passengers to buy tickets even after the preparation of reservation charts.

Paperless unreserved ticketing including Paperless Platforms tickets through mobile phone introduced.

NIFT, Delhi engaged for designing of bedroll, etc.

3 new ‘Rail Neer’ plants for packaged drinking water set up at Amethi (UP), Parassala (Trivandrum) and Bilaspur (Chattisgarh).

GMs were delegated powers to de-reserve Sleeper Class (SL) coaches as General Coaches (GS) in identified trains & sectors.

The Defense Travel System to eliminate exchange of defense warrants was rolled out on the NGeT platform.

Initiated one of the largest free public Wi-Fi systems in the world. Launched at 142 stations so far with a plan to extend it to 400 stations by 2018.

The booking of retiring rooms at different railway stations made online and hourly booking introduced.

Installed

208 380

lifts and escalators.

Model Rake running as Mahanama Express between New Delhi and Varanasi has improved interiors, colour scheme, aesthetics and amenity fittings.

Indian Railways operated

28 pilgrims’ special tourist trains.

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Number of berths available for physically challenged increased.

Transfer of vacant berths and next remote locations for confirmation and waitlisted berths.

Vikalp or Alternative Train Accommodation System (ATAS) launched with a view to provide confirmed accommodation to waitlisted passengers and also to ensure optimal utilisation of available accommodation.

Launched precooked (readyto-eat) meals of reputed brands on trains.

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Braille signage provided in approximately 9,000 coaches for visually-impaired passengers.

Foldable ladder in First AC coaches introduced.

Provision of bio-degradable garbage bags to passengers on pilot basis.

Middle bay reserved for women.

‘Janani Sewa’ initiated – i.e., hot milk, hot water and baby food items at stations and children’s menu items on trains.

Initiatives to promote Ease of Ticketing through Digital Transactions launched.

First Humsafar Train, Anand Vihar - Gorakhpur, flagged off.

First Tejas Train with improved exterior and interior, LED screen facilities and automatic entrance gates launched between Mumbai and Goa. First Antyodaya Train between Ernakulam - Howrah flagged off.

Unbundling food production and distribution and transferring catering to IRCTC for engaging professional agencies was launched.

Ministry of Railways roped in Self Help Groups to make local cuisines available through E-Catering Services of its PSU IRCTC.

INFRASTRUCTURE CREATION

7,686 km additional railway lines energisation has been done in 2016-17, highest ever in Indian Railways.

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has been entrusted to undertake the Final Location Survey for rail connectivity to Chardham.

Indian Railways completed Udhampur-Katra Broad gauge line in the State of Jammu and Kashmir.

Elimination of

3,904

unmanned level crossings.

IR commissioned two mega bridges over river Ganga at Patna and Munger.

In last three years,

3,486

number of ROB and subways have been eliminated.

Electrification of

5,443 km

done in three years. Pace of electrification has been increased to

4,000 km

CONNECTIVITY IN NORTH EAST AND J&K

in 2017-18.

12,137 number of passenger coaches were manufactured during 2014-15, 2015-16, 2016-17.

Lumding-Silchar Broad gauge section inaugurated giving seamless BG connectivity to Barak Valley of Assam Meghalaya came on the rail map with the flagging off the first ever train from Guwahati to Mendipathar in Meghalaya An average of

411 Kms

of lines were commissioned in North East in last 3 years in comparison to an average of only 110 Kms in previous government.

The Prime Minister laid the foundation for a new line to take rail connectivity to Mizoramâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital Aizawl.

Tripuraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital Agartala came on the broad gauge rail map.

Itanagar, capital of Arunachal Pradesh was connected to Delhi

by Arunachal Express.

All of 900 km of Meter gauge has been converted into Broad Gauge in North-East.

Indian Railways commissioned 545 KM of Broad Gauge lines in North East in 2015-16.

109

number of freight terminals have been commissioned.

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MAKE-IN-INDIA INITIATIVES

Highest ever Make-In -India program of 40,000 cr for setting up of two Locomotive Factories, one diesel and one electric, at Marhowrah and Madhepura in Bihar.

Rail Wheel Plant, Bela commissioned and regular production started.

DEMU factory at Haldia was commissioned and Midlife Rehabilitation Workshop for coaches at Jhansi completed.

Diesel loco factory at Varanasi is being expanded by 25 per cent.

RITES and SAIL joint venture factory for repair and overhauling of wagons commissioned at Kulti, West Bengal.

Modern LHB Coach manufacturing facility commissioned at ICF, Chennai.

Bogie Manufacturing Factory at Budge Budge has been commissioned.

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Construction of Electric Loco Assembly & Ancillary Unit of CLW at Dankuni in West Bengal completed.

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REFORMS Administrative Reforms Implemented corridor based infrastructure planning to ensure tangible outcomes from investments – Delhi – Mumbai and Delhi – Kolkata corridors being developed to enable 200kmph trains through this approach

Delegation & Decentralisation of powers to functional levels Significant reforms under this head have been operational.

Monitoring of zonal railways through MoUs/ quantifiable performance parameters Key Result Areas (KRAs) Overall vision and targets have been broken down to individual level targets for General Managers, Phods and DRMs, which are monitored on a monthly level.

E-recruitment: 100 per cent online recruitment for all staff posts. Created a world record for conducting the largest ever online exam in the world.

E-procurement 100 per cent procurement worth Rs 50,000 cr is routed through E- platforms making it completely paperless including generation of contracts.

Revamped contract management Increasing use of EPC mode in construction.

More than

10 `5,500 projects worth

cr

in various stages of award through EPC bidding.

APPRAISAL

Freight and Passenger Reforms Long-term contracts signed with key customers

Rationalisation of tariff to win back lost modal share

Big push to Nonfare revenues

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STRUCTURAL REFORMS Extra Budgetary Resources Big push to capital investment in Railways made possible only due to availability of extra budgetary resources.

Most notable achievement being tying up with LIC for a loan of `1.5 lakh crore with attractive terms.

Rail Development Authority Set up to promote competition, protect customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; interests, determine efficiency benchmarks and enable fare pricing.

State Joint Ventures 10 companies conceptualised and implemented Joint Ventures with State Governments to expedite the pace of infrastructure development in States. Could contribute almost 10 km/day of new line commissioning.

Railway Planning and Investment Organisation Setting up of Railway Planning and Investment Organisation to determine scientific planning process, professionalise preparation of project DPRs and financing of projects.

Research & Development Organisation Setting of SRESHTHA, a new world-class R&D organisation.

Commenced the largest digitisation and ERP initiative in Railways, called as One-ICT. This would lead to savings of more than `55,000 crore.

Accounting Reforms Expanded the scope and expedited the implementation of accounting reforms in Indian Railways.

Open-Access Procurement Implemented open-access procurement of electricity through long-term PPAs which along with other energy efficiency measures would yield savings of `41,000 cr in next 10 years.

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PPP IN RAIL LINE PROJECTS Partnership with State Governments, & Industry is being encouraged to undertake coal and mining connectivity projects.

In 201516, Indian Railways generated highest investment of `15,000 cr. through PPP.

A Total of six Ports and mine connectivity projects, costing about `3300 cr, have been approved for implementation under the Joint Venture Model

A total of seven projects under Customer Funded Model or PPP, costing about `2200 cr, have been cleared and are under implementation.

To encourage port connectivity, thrust has been given to the implementation of projects under the participative model policy of 2012.

Rail connectivity to Tuna Port at a cost of `142 cr has been implemented.

` `

Some of the projects under Joint Venture model are rail connectivity to the ports of Jaigarh (`771 cr), Rewas (`349 cr), and Dighi (`724 cr).

SAFETY IN RAIL OPERATIONS Working towards

‘Zero Accident’ Mission.

Compensation Rate Payable to Railway Accident Victims doubled.

1503 unmanned level

crossings eliminated in 2016-17. This is the highest ever. In the past 3 years, 3904 unmanned level crossings have been eliminated in comparison of 3422 in the previous three years.

Mission to retrofit all existing passenger Coaches numbering around

45,000 with Central Buffer Coupler A cost effective indigenous safety system – Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) is being developed indigenously by RDSO.

Pilot Project initiated for improving safety at unmanned level crossing which include automatic warning to road users through flasher light and Sensing of Obstruction on level crossing and visual warning to train drivers.

Indian Railways to install a vehicle mounted sensor based ‘On-Board Condition Monitoring System’ (OBCMS) to monitor the health and safety of key components of the coaches, freight cars, locomotives that would finally result in improved safety. An Expression of Interest (EOI) for development of “OBCMS” has been floated.

TPWS is a safety Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system conforming to European Train Control System (ETCS) Level-1. TPWS trials at 160 Kmph were successfully conducted.

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GREEN INITIATIVES

5% Bio-diesel in High Speed Diesel

Railways planting trees alongside Railway Track with the signing agreement with Haryana & Punjab Government in the first phase.

Blending of

for traction purposes started.

Setting up of Automatic Coach Washing Plants in major coach maintenance depots.

Five per cent blending of Bio Diesel started from June 5, 2015.

Change in Biodiesel procurement & simplification of procurement policy with Cabinet approval.

In 2016-17, orders for the total capacity of solar installation has been increased to 16 MW and orders for 80 MW rooftop and 50 MW on land-based plants were placed.

Two pilot plants at New Delhi and Jaipur for disposal of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) in an environmentfriendly manner including conversion of Waste-toEnergy (bio-methanation).

Indian Railways bagged highest ever 27 National Energy Conservation Awards for the Year 2015-16.

Railways provided 69,200 bio-toilets in trains in the last three years. 34,078 bio-toilets were provided in 2016-17. 150 toilets have been provided for Divyang in 2016-17.

Commissioned

Massive solarisation (1,000 MW Solar Power Plants) planned in next five years with an eye on making Railways, the largest solar power producer in the country.

26 MW windmill power plant at

Jaisalmer

Indian Railways has developed the environmentalfriendly composite sleepers made up of recycled plastic waste, which will be used over all girder bridges in future for improved maintainability and facilitating higher speeds and higher axle loads.

A hybrid toilet system, combining best features of a vacuum toilet system and indigenous bio-toilet system has been installed for trial in a First Class air conditioned coach of Dibrugarh Rajdhani World’s first

‘Green’

DEMU train with CNG introduced on Northern Railway to run between Rewari-Rohtak section

Letter of Intent (LOI) on environment initiatives signed between Ministry of Railways and United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

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20%

CLEANLINESS Criteria for qualification of OBHS trains revised to include all important mail & express trains. OBHS facilities were further extended.

27 charitable institutions/ social organisations invited to take part in ‘Swachh Rail, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ through Shramdaan campaign.

‘Clean my Coach’ service launched for any cleaning requirement in the coach. A passenger can send an SMS on a mobile number

58888

or book through app and his request is attended to.

Around

45%

linen is cleaned through mechanised laundries and more such laundries are planned.

A Nine-Day Long nationwide

Cleanliness audit through 3rd party, started for Railway stations, institutionalised.

Ministry of Railways dedicated a ‘SWACHH RAIL PORTAL’ to showcase rankings of stations and trains. This web portal http://www.railswachh.in will also be leveraged to seek passenger feedback on cleanliness on a continual basis.

Use of CCTVs extended for monitoring of cleanliness activities at major stations.

Various theme-based cleanliness drives have been undertaken from time to time in different Railway zones.

‘Swachhta Saptah’ launched.

Intensive mechanised cleaning of coaches in coaching depots through professional agencies.

Ranking of stations based on cleanliness being generated periodically.

Vishakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh and Beas in Punjab is the cleanest station in A1, A Category stations, respectively. South East Central becomes the cleanest Railway Zone.

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FREIGHT Liberalised station-to-station special freight rates policy.

Reorganisation of distinct Rolling Stock and Traction departments

Computerised system to register demands for wagons introduced.

Electronic forwarding note and Electronic Railway Receipts introduced to enhance efficiency and transparency in freight operations

Massive rationalisation of freight policies initiated

Expanded commodity basket for container traffic – 43 additional commodities in FAK

Wagon Leasing Scheme, Private Freight Terminals, accelerated to improve freight.

Port congestion charges withdrawn to help in increasing traffic from the Ports to hinterland.

Dual pricing policy of Iron withdrawn.

Overall loading is about 1109.1 million Tonnes in 2016-17. This is the highest ever annual freight loading by Indian Railways

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Auto hub at Walajabad in Chennai Division developed for automobiles movement

Concession on bagged consignments loaded in open wagons.

Special Freight Train Operator Scheme has been launched to increase rail share of the nontraditional commodities.

48.4 MT in 2016-17. www.railbandhu.in

Long-term contracts signed with key customers

Roll-on-Roll-off scheme launched on Digha Rail Bridge over River Ganges near Patna and on Northern Frontier Railway.

Steel loading is the highest ever at Classification of certain commodities such as ‘Red Mud’ , etc., changed to increase loading.

Rationalisation of tariff to win back lost modal share.

Time-Tabled container train service from Domestic Container Terminal, Okhla (Delhi) and Whitefield (Bengaluru), Okhla Tondiarpet, Okhla - Nagapalli, Tughlakabad - Khatuwas.

Merry-Go-Round system introduced to capture short lead traffic near steel plants and thermal power house

In the last 3 years, 109 number of freight terminals have been commissioned.

Liberalised comprehensive parcel leasing policy & Liberalised policy for parcel cargo express trains launched.

Policy on long-term tariff contracts launched for Agreements with key customers.

Automobile Freight Train Operator Scheme has been launched which permits procurement and operation of special purpose rakes by private parties.

Iron-ore loading is the highest ever at

137.6 MT in 2016-17.

Appointed Key Customer Managers to serve as a single point of contact for all major freight customers.

MISCELLANEOUS

Railways was at the forefront in extending help to the Indian nationals returning from Yemen.

• 14 MoUs/MoCs/other agreements for cooperation in rail sector have been signed with Railways/Governments of Czech Republic, China, South Korea, Canada, Kazakhstan, Slovak Republic, UK, Japan, Germany, France, Russia & Sweden.

•M emorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Ministry of Railways and PEC University of Technology, Chandigarh for setting up of Kalpana Chawla Chair on Geospatial Technology.

• MoUs for setting up Centres of Railway Research (CRRs) have already been signed between the Ministry of Railways and University of Mumbai, IIT Kanpur, IIT Madras, IIT Roorkee. Another Fifth Centre for Railway Research is also in existence in IIT Kharagpur.

Indian Railways ties up with Maharaja Sayajirao University, Vadodara for award of MBA degree to Railway Probationary Officers in Specific Railway Fields.

Indian Railways made successful arrangements to transport drinking water to droughtaffected areas of Latur district in Maharashtra.

Indian Railways lent helping hand during the Nepal earthquake tragedy by providing ‘Rail Neer’ bottles and by transporting Nepal evacuees.

Customer Commitment Charter indicating service level commitments of Indian Railways to passengers and freight customers has been developed and all Zonal Railways have uploaded their respective Customer Commitment Charters on the web.

Minister of Railways inaugurated Website of National Rail Plan, 2030.

IR organised International Conference on Technology for Ultra High Speed Rolling Stock, jointly organised by the Institute of Rolling Stock Engineers (IRSE) and Indian Railways Service of Mechanical Engineers Association (IRSMEA).

Indian Railways plan of action to promote SHGs.

Conference on ‘Strengthening Railway Transport Connectivity in South and Southwest Asia’, organised by United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) in coordination with Organisation for Cooperation between Railways (OSJD) and Ministry of Railways, Government of India.

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RAIL ACHIEVEMENT

HIGH SPEED RAIL • Trials for 160/200 kmph train sets carried out which will improve average speed of passenger carrying trains thereby reducing journey time significantly.

•F urther high speed studies (300 + kmph) are being conducted by the Ministry of Railways on Diamond Quadrilateral High Speed Rail network. Feasibility studies of Delhi- Mumbai, Mumbai- Chennai and Delhi- Kolkata, are underway.

The feasibility studies of DelhiNagpur and Mumbai –Nagpur corridors are being taken up through G2G cooperation with Chinese and Spanish governments, respectively.

•M inistry of Railways launched Gatimaan Express, country’s first semi high speed train with a maximum speed of 160 kmph between Delhi and Agra heralding a new era of high speed rail travel in India.

•T he trial run of fast Talgo Coaches from Spain were successfully conducted on three different section (Bareilly Moradabad, Mathura- Palwal, New Delhi- Mumbai routes). The trial confirmed the reduction in transit time as compared to the Rajdhani/Shatabdi Trains operating in India.

•D elhi – Mumbai and Delhi – Kolkata corridors being developed to enable 200 kmph trains through this approach.

Works at a cost of - 18,163 cr have been sanctioned for upgrading the speeds on these two tracks.

SPORTS •3 5 Sportspersons from Indian Railways participated in Rio Olympics. Indian Railways among all sports organisation in the country becomes the highest contributor for the Indian Olympic Contingent.

Almost Entire Indian Women Hockey Team & Weight lifting Team Comprises of Railways Players.

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• I ndian Railways’ Employee Sakshi Malik won the Olympic Bronze in 58 kg Category of Women’s Freestyle Wrestling.

• Indian Railways’ Men Hockey Team Won MCC Murugappa Gold Cup Hockey Tournament for the first time.

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• I ndian Railways’ Team won Senior National Power lifting Championship.

SECURITY IN RAILWAYS Development of security App over some of the Zonal Railways.

Fitment of CCTV surveillance cameras for women security in trains initiated with first such fitment undertaken in Amritsar-New DelhiShan-e Punjab Express

A total of 27,233 passenger complaints have been attended on Security Helpline 1800111322 & 182 from August, 2014 up to April, 2017

344 railway stations have already been provided with CCTV cameras which include 101 railway stations where these cameras have been provided under Integrated Security System (ISS). 983 A1, A, B & C category railway stations have been further identified for installation of CCTV cameras under Nirbhaya Fund.

Decision to develop Forensic Science Lab and centralised dog training centre for RPF has been taken.

A total of 8,284 complaints were received and attended on Twitter handle of Railways on security related issues, since July 2015 up to April 2017.

Ministry of Home Affairs has awarded ‘Excellence in Service’ award to DG/RPF.

GOALS FOR 2020 • Average speed of freight trains at 50 kmph and Mail/ Express trains at 80 kmph.

• Train punctuality to reach 95 per cent.

• Semi-high speed trains along Golden Quadrilateral and Zero direct discharge of human waste.

Reserved accommodation on demand.

Time-tabled freight trains.

Elimination of 3,904 unmanned level crossings.

Total of 24,167 runaway, missing, trafficked, destitute, kidnapped, etc., children were rescued by RPF over all Zonal Railways.

26 Child Help Desks, for taking care of runaway/destitute/ abandoned/trafficked children, have been set up at 26 identified Railway stations.

BUILDING PLATFORMS FOR FUTURE National Rail Plan 2030 - To be prepared in consultation with State governments, public representatives and other relevant ministries for harmonious and integrated development of rail network in synergy with other modes.

Seven Missions on 25 tonne axle load, zero accidents, efficient procurement, speed raising, 100 sidings/ PFTs, capacity utilisation and

accounting reforms to aid rational and evidence-based decision-making.

Station Redevelopment – Launched one of the largest transit-oriented development program across the world worth `1,00,000 crore.

Habibganj and Gandinagar stations to be inaugurated before December 2018. More than 25 stations to be bid out by the end of next year.

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RAIL ACHIEVEMENT

Smt. Rashmi Mital, President, RWWCO, felicitating a Railwayman on the occasion of May Day

MAY DAY Celebration RWWCO, an apex body of a network of similar such Railway Women’s Welfare Organisations at Zonal and Divisional levels, along with Railway Production Units all over the country felicitated the Railways employees on the occasion of May Day

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n a move to encourage and motivate Railway employees, a special felicitation programme was organised where 78 Railways employees with more than 25 years of unblemished service record were presented souvenirs by the Chief Guest Smt. Rashmi Mital, President, Railway Women’s Welfare Central Organisation (RWWCO); Smt. Mansi Kulshrestha, President, Northern Railway Women’s Welfare Organisation and Smt. Sonia Singh, President, NRWWO, Delhi Division, were also present on this occasion.

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QUICK FACT Railway Women’s Welfare Central Organisation (RWWCO) is a voluntary organisation that aims at the holistic development and wellbeing of Railwaymen and their families. It has been in existence for more than 50 years.

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The awardees during the function

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Cheerful blossoms and a fruit paradise

KASHMIR Kashmir conveys unmistakable signs of a layered existence one needs to embark upon a lifetimeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey to explore. Know more about the region through the book, Alluring Kashmir: The Inner Spirit, written by Irfan Nabi and Nilosree Biswas

T

he mention of Kashmir immediately brings to mind its quintessential elements. The breathtaking locales, glorious historical monuments known for their intricate architecture, the magical play of light and shadow, the legendary Pashmina shawls, the Kashmiri carpets-each piece a sheer work of art, beautiful handicrafts that are a part of the Kashmiri society and legacy, memorable shikara rides in Dal lake, beautiful people and their warm homes and

not to forget, the innumerable scenes from Bollywood movies and songs that have been shot here.

But these are aspects of Kashmir that we already know about. Through the book, Alluring Kashmir: The Inner Spirit, let’s take a look at certain lesser explored facets of the ethereal beauty of this culturally diverse land. It’s time to sense, feel and absorb the flavour, textures and smells of the Valley.

Some excerpts.

ALLURING KASHMIR

The book is a compilation of a narrative interweaving images and text in an attempt to take the reader on a journey of Kashmir.

It also provides an engaging insight and understanding of the local culture and its people to the travellers. The photographic details hold the reader’s attention too.

Published by: Niyogi Books

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The soil, climate and environment of the Valley is highly favourable for temperate fruit-bearing trees

(Above) Almond blossoms; (Right) Tulips at the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden

“It was not mere love of beauty and colour that impels them, but a spirit of thanksgiving that the winter with its miseries of cold and dreary monotony of white snow has passed, and that earth has come to life again with all her bright flowers and promise of kindly fruits.”

-Walter Lawrence, Settlement Commissioner of Kashmir (between 1889–1894)

INTERESTING FACTS The Tulip Festival of India is South Asia’s largest tulip festival held in Srinagar, Kashmir every spring. More than 70 varieties of stunning and exotic tulips are brought from countries throughout the world for display at the festival, which takes place at the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden. The visitors also get an opportunity to participate in different cultural programs, taste traditional Kashmiri food, purchase local handicrafts and more, during the festival.

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Spring is heaven in Kashmir and noticing the first blossom of spring after the departure of Kashmir Valley’s bitter winter is sacrosanct for the Kashmiris. Such is the impact of the new almond blossoms over the hearts of people in the Kashmir Valley, that they cheer up and rejoice with new vigour at the happy sight. It is time for rejuvenation and life appears in new colours with a variety of blossoms flowering in every corner. As bright sunshine bathes the region after a harsh winter, blue skies and cheerful weather approach and new blooms like almonds, apples, peaches, pears, cherries and the bright yellow mustard flowers paint a riot of colours on nature’s canvas, lending the air freshness and a sweet fragrance - signalling the arrival of spring. www.railbandhu.in

ALMOND Almond, along with mustard is one of the most important cash crops of the Valley.

There’s a history to almond blossoms in the Kashmir Valley that is still fondly remembered by the locals. The new almond blossoms are a visual treat and legend goes, that Emperor Akbar desired to experience the spectacle of blossoming almonds. However, when he was scheduled to arrive in the Valley it was rightly perceived that the trees would not be in bloom. The locals came up with an idea.

In a particular almond garden the trees were covered with snow at the root for a long time, thus disallowing the branches to blossom at normal springtime. When the emperor was about to reach Kashmir the snow was removed and in no time the trees blossomed!

The largest concentration of almond trees in Srinagar is in the garden of Badamvaer or Bagh-e-Wariskhan (Almond orchard) located at the foot of the Hari Parbat Fort in Srinagar. Badamvaer in the Kashmiri language means ‘the garden of almond blossoms’. Afghan rulers perhaps laid out the almond gardens around the hill as the gardens today continue to be known as Waris Khan’s garden or Badamwari. The Badamwari Festival celebrated here dates back to the Afghan period. The festival attracted an overwhelming number of people in spring.

The atmosphere almost turned picnic-like with people carrying nuun chai (the region’s special salt tea), roasted nuts and other such tidbits like home-made bread to munch on while lazying under the almond trees in full bloom. Folk singer groups, spread all over the huge garden, would entertain the people.

The legacy continued till the late seventies. At present, the occasion is linked to the arrival of thousands of tourists as Kashmir lets open its heart to the world after a grey winter.

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(Left) Plucked saffron crocus in a basket; (Right) An apple orchard

APPLE Kashmir is referred to as the fruit bowl of India and the districts of Baramulla, Anantnag (Pahalgam), Srinagar and Pulwama have over 85 per cent of the total fruit orchards in the State. The soil, climate and environment of the Valley is highly favourable for temperate fruit-bearing trees like pear, peach, apricot, grape, wild plum and the apple.

Apples of the region have gained popularity among the people across the globe for its unique yet delicious taste. They have a distinguished colour, shape and quality that makes them unique. Some important varieties of apples grown in the Valley are Ambri, Delicious, American, Maharaji, Piazratbali, Kesari and Royal Misri.

There are a lot of mentions about the Kashmiri apple in History. Famous Chinese pilgrim Huen Tsang, who travelled to Kashmir, has made a mention of the apple along with other fruits of the place.

Writers and travellers belonging to various nationalities have complimented the Kashmir apple in their literature.

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state. Pampore or Pampur, which is situated at a distance of 15 km from Srinagar, is famous world over for its high grade saffron. Pampore and its neighbouring areas produce an average of 2,128 kilograms of saffron every year.

QUICK FACTS In Kashmir, every aboriginal tree, plant, fruit and flower is known and identified by its local nomenclature like Chunt for Apple, Tang for Pear, Chaer for Apricot, Duon for Walnut, Fresst for Poplar, Weer for Willow (Salyx), Alich for Wild Cherry, Aer for Plum, Dach for Grape, and so on.

Saffron has long been the most expensive spice in the world by weight, ten times more costly than vanilla.

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Saffron is normally sown in August and till September 15. The flowers are plucked in October and November. During harvesting or plucking of flowers, the atmosphere must not be hot. So, this process is completed early in the morning. From sunrise to 10am is perceived the ideal time for saffron flower plucking. After harvesting, the flowers are kept for drying for five days. Then, they are kept in an airy container so that the quality of the produce does not deteriorate. It takes only seven-eight hours to dry the produce.

One kilogram saffron consists of around one lakh sixty thousand to one lakh seventy thousand tiny flowers. One can imagine that it is a strenuous and time-consuming job.

While springtime unfurls the several indigenous wild tulip varieties in Kashmir, if you are planning a summer holiday, savour the fragrance of fresh pine cones, acorns and maple leaves in the air. The atmosphere is redolent with the scent of magnolia.

Black poppies look striking against the grey stoned walls and tulip fields, that are a riot of colours and are in full bloom at the time.

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KNOW YOUR CITY

1

SRINAGAR

Srinagar appears and unfolds differently to each individual as it reveals its many facets slowly. It’s a city with countless shops and an old world charm; some look new and glitzy while many wear the crumbling, worn-out look. The old part of the city has beautiful mosques, shrines, temples and old houses crowding together within a close-knit society. The affluent localities of the city have spaced-out modern houses. Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, Tulip Garden, Botanical Garden, Badamwari, Shankaracharya Temple, Hari Parbat, Shah-e-Hamadan, Hazratbal Shrine, etc., are some must visit spots.

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GULMARG

Literally meaning, ‘Meadow of Flowers’, Gulmarg lies in the Baramulla district and is located 52 km away from Srinagar. The wild tulips that dot the meadows in Gulmarg make it look like a perfect summer resort - especially in spring - but its charm lies in its ever-changing weather with sun and shadow playing hide and seek. Bollywood classics like Bobby and Aap Ki Kasam were shot here. Apharvet hills, one of the longest and highest ski slopes and the world’s second highest cable car route, is located here. Gulmarg has also established itself as a hotspot of winter sports in Asia.

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DOODHPATRI

PAHALGAM

Located at a distance of 40 odd km from Srinagar, Doodhpatri got its name due to the white foamy froth-like rapids giving an appearance of ‘flowing milk’ that flow down the mountains and through the meadows. The place has twin meadows - the Parhace Maidan and Doodhpatri. These two bowl-like pastures present the most gorgeous visual, the ground carpeted with a great variety of multi-coloured flowers. Two rivers, Shaliganga and Sokhnag flow on either side of the pastures.

Pahalgam offers adventure, entertainment and spiritualism, all rolled into one. Perched in the Anantnag district, Pahalgam is 95 km from Srinagar. The place allows one to get up, close to nature and experience its pure beauty. The Lidder river flowing against the backdrop of the imposing Himalayan peaks offers an evoking sight. The beauty of this place has enchanted Bollywood directors who shot movies right from Arzoo (1965) to Betaab and Jab Tak Hain Jaan here.

Pahalgam is also a major camping location for devotees of the Amarnath Yatra.

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YUSMARG

The beauty of Yusmarg has an unreal quality to it. Everything is picture perfect here, even the green is so luxurious that it seems painted. This place is 47 km from Srinagar, in the Budgam district. While driving through the small villages one can see farmers working in their apple orchards. They almost look like characters of an animated movie in their daintiness and fairytale appearance. Yusmarg is perfect for a day’s picnic. Don’t forget to add a trek to the Nilnag lake in your day’s itinerary.

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block your dates Special days and events that call for a quick trip to be a part of them

GANGA DUSSEHRA (JUNE 3, 2017) The festival is celebrated to mark the time river Ganga descended on earth. It is celebrated at major Ganga ghats in India such as Varanasi, Allahabad, GarhMukteshwar, Prayag, Haridwar and Rishikesh. Ganga Aarti and big fairs are highlights of the festival.

Venue: Major ghats of India How to reach: Witness Ganga Aarti at Haridwar, which is well-connected to major cities via regular trains.

SAGA DAWA FESTIVAL (JUNE 9, 2017)

SINDHU DARSHAN FESTIVAL (JUNE 12-17, 2017)

PURI RATH YATRA (JUNE 25, 2017)

Also known as the Triple Blessed Festival, it is an auspicious occasion for the Sikkimese Buddhists with prayers held throughout the month in various monasteries. A colourful procession of monks playing musical instruments and devotees carrying holy texts, portraits and statues of Lord Buddha, takes place in Gangtok as well as in other towns and villages of Sikkim.

It is a celebration of River Sindhu, an icon of the communal harmony and unity of India. The festival is also a symbolic salutation to the courageous soldiers of our country. The major highlights include various cultural and traditional events. A sight-seeing tour is organised for the participants and there is a bonfire at night.

Venue: Gangtok, Sikkim

Venue: Leh

This annual festival is also called the Gundicha Yatra, Chariot Festival, Dasavatara and Navadina Yatra.

The prime attraction of this festival is chariots, which are pulled by hand using ropes. Each chariot has a charioteer called Sarathi. Artists decorate these chariots in a beautiful manner with the help of designs, motifs and paints.

How to reach: The nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri in Siliguri. It is wellconnected to major cities like Kolkata and New Delhi.

How to reach: Pathankot and Chandigarh are the closest railway stations to Leh and are linked to major cities via extensive rail network.

How to reach: There are regular trains to Puri from other major cities of the country.

Venue: Puri, Odisha

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Reconnecting you to

nature As we celebrate the 44th year of the World Environment Day on June 5 this year, let’s take a pledge to make it our priority to take care of Mother Nature

W

e are aware that the goodness of nature is the best and most inexpensive form of therapy in the world. But in our daily lives we tend to overlook the importance of doing our bit towards its conservation and preservation. What better time to make a start than on the upcoming World Environment Day? So whether individually, or in a group, go ahead and make a difference.

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY Established in 1973 by the United Nations General Assembly and United Nations Environment Programme, World Environment Day (WED), is celebrated annually on June 5 every year in order to raise the global awareness about the importance of a

The earth will not continue to offer its harvest, except with faithful stewardship.

We cannot say we love the land and then take steps to destroy it for use by future generations.

Pope John Paul II

QUICK FACTS There is a World Environment Day anthem called as the ‘Earth Anthem’, which is written and produced by poet Abhay Kumar. It was launched in 2013 and was recorded in eight languages including all official languages of the United Nations, namely Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish, as well as

Hindi and Nepali Michael Jackson’s

‘Earth Song’,

in 2009, was declared

‘World Environment Day Song’

healthy and green environment in human lives. Each year, WED has a new theme that major corporations, NGOs, communities, governments and celebrities worldwide adopt to advocate environmental causes. The message is spread through various initiatives like events, workshops, seminars, etc.

PAST EVENTS The first WED, in 1973, was conducted with the theme ‘Only one Earth’ by the host country United States. Since 1974, the celebration campaign of WED is hosted in different cities of the world with varying themes. South African nation, Angola, hosted last year’s (2016) WED with the theme - ‘Zero tolerance for the illegal trade in wildlife’. ‘Raise your voice, not the sea level’, ‘Think.Eat.Save’, ‘Co2, Kick the habit!’, ‘Don’t desert drylands’ and ‘Melting ice - a hot topic?’ are some of the catchy slogans of the various WED themes carried out in the past decade.

WHAT’S IN STORE FOR 2017 This year, the theme for WED is ‘Connecting People to nature – in the city and on the land, from the poles to the equator’. On the big day, Canada, which is the host country this year, will encourage citizens everywhere to discover their natural environment and to appreciate the benefits of clean air and water and healthy ecosystems. The country has already initiated a ‘Great Canadian Video Contest’ for the cause in which, the participants create a video and share it on social media to show us how they are enjoying the mountains, beaches, forests, or green spaces around and also tell why it is important to conserve and protect our world.

IN FOCUS

SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

A WAY FORWARD Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Ltd. focuses on its twin objectives of energy reduction and environment protection With a view to harnessing renewable energy resources, RCF has commissioned a 2 MWp solar power generation plant at Trombay Unit, a 1.2 MWp solar plant is being commissioned at Thal unit. RCF has also set up rooftop PV solar power generating facilities atop its offices at Trombay, Thal and its marketing offices at Satara and Ahmednagar.

As a part of expansion strategy RCF is planning to undertake major projects such as Thal-III expansion, Installation of Gas Turbine at Thal & Trombay and Joint Venture projects viz Coal Based Fertilizer Plant at Talcher & Fertilizer project in Iran, to name a few.

CMT Britto Chairman and Managing Director, RCF

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ashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF) is one of the most revered public sector undertakings in India. A Mini Ratna company, it has two manufacturing units, one at Trombay, in Mumbai – which has completed 50 excellent years in the fertilizers and chemicals domain – and the other at Thal in the Raigad district of Maharashtra.

RCF, with proven track record of more than five decades, has consistently carried out revamping, modification and modernisation schemes with the twin objectives of energy reduction and environment protection.

These sustained efforts have enabled Company to acquire highest standards of product quality, environment and safety.

GOING GREEN As a socially responsible company, RCF continuously strives for sustenance of the environment, education and welfare of the

CSR INITIATIVES farming community. The basic philosophy of three ‘R’s viz. Reduce, Recycle and Reuse for sustainable growth is a way of life at RCF. With a clear vision of going green, RCF, way back in 2000, set up the state-of-the-art Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) of 5 MGD municipal sewage treating capacity at Trombay unit. The end product from the plant not only made factory operations reliable but also made available 3.5 MGD potable water to the city of Mumbai. Success of existing STP and in pursuit to become totally self-sufficient in water requirement, Company is in the process of setting up another STP of identical capacity adjacent to the existing STP plant in partnership with BPCL Ltd. Depleting reserves of fossil fuels and their increasing usage is not only a matter of concern but has an adverse impact on climate too. Use of renewable source of energy is a viable alternative to sustain growth in coming years.

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The Company has achieved a turnover of `7200 crore with net profit of `179 crore in the FY 2016-17. RCF is committed to be an environment responsible company.

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FAME Talent and patience has helped actor Richa Chadda achieve her dream of becoming an actor Text: Shillpi A Singh

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s you sow, so shall you reap’, is what actor Richa Chadda’s mother, Dr Kusum Lata Chadda, used to tell her every time they travelled together on a train. For Richa and her younger brother Pranav, it translated into action, especially on their train trips during summers to meet maternal grandparents in Ranchi. “My mother taught us that if we ate a fruit in the train, we had to throw its seed out of the window so that someday a tree grows from it. That was a great way of giving back to nature,” she says. “Eating litchis and blackberries provided respite from fatigue during our long trips and the best part was spitting seeds out of the windows, hoping to help a plant grow along the tracks someday!” quips Chadda. And every time Richa travelled along the routes that she had frequented as a child, she would inevitably look out of the window and wonder if the seeds had grown into big trees!

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In 2014, Richa bagged her first international project Words with Gods, a MexicanAmerican anthology film to Mumbai in the late naughties and started dabbling in theatre and modelling before making her debut as a supporting actor in filmmaker Dibakar Banerjee’s Oye Lucky!

Lucky Oye! She appeared in a couple of other films before arriving on the big screen with Anurag Kashyap’s gangster drama, Gangs of Wasseypur 1 and 2. She packed a punch with her gritty portrayal of Nagma Khatoon. The two-part film was also screened in the Directors’ Fortnight sidebar section of the 65th Cannes International Film Festival to strong reviews. “The film got a standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival. It was overwhelming to see the audience response,” says Richa about her first outing at the French Riviera. The performance was well-received by masses and classes alike in India too and landed the actor Filmfare Critics Award for ‘Best Actress’.

In the last five years, Richa’s dalliance with different genres has paid off well.

She slipped with ease into the role of local gangster, Bholi Punjaban, in Fukrey, romanced another convict as Babu in Tamanchey, played Charles Shobhraj’s girlfriend in Main Aur Charles, scorched the screen as a feisty widow in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-leela, won over the audience with her vulnerability as Devi Pathak in Masaan and convinced critics as stoic Sukhpreet in the biopic, Sarbjit .

THE MASAAN DIARY Neeraj Ghaywan’s directorial debut Masaan premiered at 68 th Cannes International Film Festival and won two awards - FIPRESCI, International Jury of Film Critics prize and Promising Future prize in the Un Certain 44 | Rail Bandhu - June 2017

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Rail Trivia from Masaan Devi Pathak (Richa) works as a booking clerk at a railway station. A young couple chatting in front of the ticket booking window, wondering if they should go somewhere and spend some time together, asks Devi for two tickets. Devi looks at her monitor which shows 26 empty seats and yet she tells them that there are no seats left.

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Regard section. “It was an unforgettable moment to be back in Cannes and what a rousing welcome we received — a fiveminute-long standing ovation,” shares Richa. In the film, she essays the role of an educated girl from Varanasi whose boyfriend commits suicide after being caught by the police in a hotel room with her. In the film she is shown to fight social stigma, police apathy and personal turmoil to rise above the odds and overcome the anger and shame that beset her after that incident. “The Railways had an overbearing presence in the film. The male protagonist Deepak Chaudhary (Vicky Kaushal) takes up a job as an engineer in the Railways while my character gets the job of a booking clerk. A scene in the film was shot on a train.

We also shot on the platform and ticket counter,” she informs.

GOING GLOBAL In 2014, Richa bagged her first international project Words with Gods, a Mexican-American anthology film. It had eight films directed by different directors who put forth their cultural experiences. The Indian story, directed

by Mira Nair, was about a south Mumbai family moving into a duplex apartment and showcased their debate on the location of the prayer room. Chadda was seen as a newly-

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HOOKED TO BOOKS Italian duo Miriam and Ricardo is writing a book that is a reflection upon actors across the world and their remarkable work in films. The authors will be interviewing actors from different countries.

They have chosen Richa Chadda from India for her contribution to the Indian cinema. The book will be released next year in Italy and will be available globally across film festivals.

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wed bride in the film. “It was fantastic to work with Mira Nair,” she says. Now, the actor is excited about her next big Indo-American venture titled Love Sonia. Inspired by real life events, this David Womark’s production is being directed by Tabrez Noorani and is the story of a young Indian girl’s journey through the world of international sex trafficking. The movie has a strong cast including names like Manoj Bajpayee, Rajkummar Rao, Anupam Kher, Freida Pinto, Demi Moore, Adil Hussain and child actor Sunny Pawar. “I am delighted

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The actor is writing a book on how misogyny is perceived by a young woman in India with a humorous take on it.

It will be replete with encounters, anecdotes from her jet setting life, as well as a liberal dose of optimism and common sense. “The book is an experiment. I want to open my heart out and give people a peek into my world,” says Chadda.

Penguin India will publish Chadda’s debut book.

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and honoured to be a part of this project. It was a great learning experience,” says Richa.

DONNING THE PRODUCER’S HAT Richa turned a producer with the Punjabi short film, Khoon Aaali Chithi (meaning, Written in Blood, in English). “I decided to invest the project to help my friend Rupinder Inderjit,” informs Richa adding, “Becoming a producer has changed my perspective and now I have added respect for the producer clan as I understand the value of their money.” Richa’s film premiered at the Indian Film Festival in Melbourne in 2016 and is an innocent love story of a teenager set against the backdrop of the turmoil in Punjab in the early 90s. Chadda’s brother Pranav has composed music for the film. “Pranav is passionate about music, and I could afford him, so he was roped in for this project. He has done a great job,” says the proud sister with a chuckle.

WHAT’S TO COME Not only is Richa doing some great indoforeign projects, she also has two upcoming Bollywood movies Fukrey Returns and Cabaret in her kitty. Additionally, Richa is also a part of forthcoming television series Inside Edge, which is a Video on Demand series for Amazon Prime produced by Excel Entertainment.

“The script is crisp and the look and feel is refreshing. It will change our perception of TV soaps,” concludes Richa.

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long the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Pedestrian Onlyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; street leading to the main entrance of the deeply venerated Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is a small quiet gem of a palace. A simple board stating - Puthe Maliga Palace Museum, 48 | Rail Bandhu - June 2017

marks the discreet entrance to this 19 th century palace, set in a long wooden facade that suggests little of the world beyond. Yet, past the unassuming portal, one steps into a beautiful world, a section of a royal complex that speaks eloquently of Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma

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It is said that 1,000 artisans worked for 4 years to create a vast wooden palace complex as per the tradition of Kerala architecture (1813-46), the king of Travancore state, who commissioned the palace and the royal family of Travancore.

A TRADITIONAL KERALA PALACE The royal Travancore family had traditionally lived at Padmanabhapuram Palace (built in 1601), located at Padmanabhapuram, about 50 km from Thiruvananthapuram.

In 1795, the capital was shifted from Padmanabhapuram to Thiruvananthapuram.

A few years after Maharaja Thirunal ascended the throne, at the age of 16, in 1829, he decided to build a palace near the revered Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram.

It is said that 1,000 artisans worked for 4 years to create a vast wooden palace complex as per the tradition of Kerala architecture. The palace was graced with eighty rooms, carved wooden pillars, brackets, ceilings, sloping roofs, overhanging eaves and curved slatted brackets below the roof. It had long-pillared verandahs and inner courtyards. The floors were ingeniously made with a unique mixture of egg whites, charcoal dust, river sand and limestone that creates a smooth glossy finish and stays cool even in the summer months.

An unusual element, a series of 122 brackets carved in the form of horses, set below the roof, bestowed the palace its popular name Kuthira Malika or Horse Palace.

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objects displayed within the palace speak volumes of the attributes of the gifted young ruler, his interest in writing poetry and musical compositions, dance, arts patronised by the royal family and the history of the royal family.

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TRIVIA The Puthe Maliga Palace Museum was once the palace of the Maharaja of Travancore. Its main attraction lies in the carved wooden ceilings, marble sculptures and the imported Belgian glass that embellishes the inside of the palace. The palace is also called Kuthira Malika after the 122 horse figures in the brackets of the walls.

for the king. From a window of this hall, one can see the stretch of horse-shaped carved wooden eaves that give the palace its name.

The king met his minsters at the council hall, that is marked by eight exquisitely carved pillars and a dome designed in the form of a jewellery box. The meditation room has a raised alcove where there was a pendant chair for the king. Through a window in this room he could see the entrance gopuram of the Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple. The sight inspired him to write poetry in praise of Lord Vishnu. Musicians also used to play here.

Several rooms of the palace have prized displays of art and objects commissioned by the royal family or gifted to them

QUICK FACTS Swathi Sangeethotsavam, a classical music festival is held at the palace every January in the memory and honour of Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma.

PRIZED COLLECTIONS Several rooms of the palace have prized displays of art and objects commissioned by the royal family or gifted to them. A portrait of Maharaja Thirunal, old photographs of the Travancore palaces, the royal family tree, paintings depicting the Travancore rulers and family, a row of teakwood Kathakali statues, a Bohemian crystal throne with the Travancore state emblem of a conch shell on the head of the throneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back, another throne carved from 25 elephant tusks, palanquins, crystal chandeliers from Belgium, Venetian mirrors, arms, marble idols and statues, sandalwood carvings, lamps and jars are among the objects displayed. Among the paintings is the famous standing portrait of Sree Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma (1912-91), the last ruling maharaja of Travancore, by renowned Russian artist Svetoslav Roerich and which is like an illusion; while moving from one side of the painting to the other the kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eyes seem to continually meet those of the viewer.

While the palace vows visitors with its beautiful craftsmanship, unfortunately Maharaja Thirunal passed away within just a year of residing here, in 1846, at the age of 33. His untimely death led to the view that the palace was inauspicious. As a result it was closed and a new palace was built. Yet, in 1995, after 150 years of being away from the limelight, a section of the palace comprising twenty rooms was reopened bringing its beauty to public domain. Its architecture, interiors and exhibits offer a precious glimpse of the life of a gifted king and the royal history of Travancore.

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world of wonder awaits in the pristine wilderness of Dhikala, the heart of Jim Corbett National Park, as dense foliage gives way to the endless expanses. Dhikala holds a different charm - the allure of the Wild Elephants (the gentle giants of the Terai) and is a summer home for many of them. Come summer and a bewildering spectacle known as the ‘Elephant Congregation’ unfolds in the grasslands here.

SPOTTING THE GREYS Nature’s allure grows on the traveller in unprecedented ways at Dhikala. The vast greens dazzle in the golden rays. These appear to be interspersed with specks of grey that are akin to large boulders. Strewn across the chaurs (low lands) they shimmer on the backdrop of the Ramganga reservoir and intrigue us to no end. A closer look reveals that the grey specks are actually wild elephants and

TRIVIA

Elephants are largest of all land animals in the world. There are two recognised species of elephants- African and Asian. The word ‘elephant’ comes from the Greek word ‘elephas’ meaning ‘ivory’.

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(Right) An elephant coming out from a bush; (Below) A baby elephant seeks shelter between its mother’s feet

so many of them! Large herds feasting on the nourishing sprouts of the Kumaon grasses is a common sight stretching across the Dhikala grasslands. The sight appears as if it is time for a family reunion for the elephants.

FLOCKING TO THE GRASSLANDS The Elephant Congregation takes place in several parts of India including the Bandipur forest in Karnataka. In the north, the Terai of Corbett seems to be the largest stronghold of the wild elephant congregation and every April-June, these magnificent species flock to the rich grasslands of Dhikala. Space for young ones, rich fodder to appease hunger and water from the Ramganga - they have all they need to survive the harsh months of summer. The richness of this ecosystem compels them to come back every year,

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Just 107 km from Corbett, Sitabani Forest Reserve is a heaven for bird watchers.

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year-on-year. It’s like a tradition of sorts. It is a mystery how these giant mammals figure out the routes and the exact time to convene here. And yet, they consistently find their way to this one big jumbo party of the north!

QUICK FACTS Elephant’s favourite food is acacia. If ants crawl on the tree, elephants move away as ants can injure its sensitive trunk.

Elephants communicate by producing sounds that humans can’t hear.

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WAY OF LIFE The elephants live life on their own terms.

Apart from this social ritual that unfolds every summer, this mighty animal, most of the time, indulges in playful pranks with its friends.

New born calves rejoice in the bounty of sal leaves and chewy grasses, happy to have plentiful food. Many of these little champs are meeting their counterparts for the first time and frolick around with curious frisky stances.

The mothers of these young ones introduce the new herd members to their long-distance aunts. These older and wise ones with

Dedicated to Goddess Parvati, Garjia Devi temple perched atop a huge rock.

The Corbett Waterfall is a sight to witness, especially on full-moon nights.

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decades of experience are seen touching the juveniles with their trunks, seemingly ‘blessing’ them for a bright future! As one little calf ventures too far into the shimmering waters and gets stuck in a muddy patch, a medley of trumpets shake the air as its mother and aunts come forth to pull out the confused kid! Somewhere far away from this social madness, you will also find the one-off tusker wandering alone and searching for solace.

A MATRIARCHAL SOCIETY Elephants are known to be very intelligent animals with strong social hierarchies and norms. A matriarchal society puts the motherchild duo at the center of attention. The matriarch is generally the oldest female of the herd, one who holds a vast repository of ecological knowledge critical for the herd’s survival. Believed to have distinctly strong emotional and psychological needs, wild elephants are known to form ‘kinship’ groups.

Communication is integral to these intelligent mammals, often mediated by scent, sound, touch and sight. Visual displays are used to depict aggression, play and possibly even for greeting each other. Tactile senses are central to communication; elephants often place their trunk tip in another elephant’s mouth to signal reassurance. Other distinct communicative behaviours include body rubbing, trunk wrestling and pushing. Acoustics i.e. sound waves in low range frequencies and olfactory senses too are known to foster coordination among elephants. Adult males are distinctly solitary, connecting with herds periodically depending on their mating stage.

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Communication is integral to these intelligent mammals, often mediated by scent, sound, touch and sight

(Above) Tourists capture the moment in their cameras while an elephant halts on his route; (Left) A family of elephant crossing a path

and beast are a way of life in the Corbett National Park known for its population of Bengal tigers. Once a single sound of the big cat reverberates from between the grass blades, the herd falls silent. What follows is a mayhem of loud trumpets and treads. The ground vibrates with violent demeanor as the giant beasts scurry for safety towards open land, the mothers standing as sheer walls cushioning their young ones in the safety net of their legs. And then all falls silent again as the roar carries on further away faintly. The elephants have faced the ultimate test. www.railbandhu.in

How to reach The nearest rail head to reach Dhikala is Ramnagar. Dhikala entry gate is around 32 km from Ramnagar railway station.

It takes approximately six hours to reach Dhikala from Delhi.

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ANANDPUR SAHIB The Haven of Bliss A series of shimmering steel bridges set among green paddy fields and blue skies seem to be leading you straight to heaven. This is exactly what Guru Tegh Bahadur was seeking as he tried to create his own piece of solitude away from plotting masands and contentious relations Text & Photos: Nirdesh K Singh

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he Ninth Guru bought a hillock near the ancient ruins of Makhowal and built himself a village where he could spend his days in peace and hopefully named it Anandpur – the ‘Haven of Bliss.’ Anandpur Sahib in Punjab is about 90 kms north-west of the capital Chandigarh and close to Kiratpur, the ‘Haven of Refuge,’ founded by Guru Hargovind ji, the Sixth Guru.

As you pass through the picturesque surroundings and into the gates of Anandpur Sahib, a rejuvenating energy seems to infuse the mind and body. You drive into the pleasant town framed against the backdrop of Shivaliks as Sutlej flows quietly on the south-west and Naina Devi Temple beckons from top of the hill on the east. Just ahead, the biggest Khanda you have ever seen glints under the blue skies.

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(Above) World’s tallest Khanda - the Sikh Emblem, in Panj Piara Park; (Right) Gurudwara Keshgarh Sahib is one of the five Sikh institutions in India

The Khanda, the Sikh Emblem, seemingly lights up the entire town as it towers over a water tank in the Panj Piara Park.

A HISTORIC PAST Anandpur Sahib, the second most holy Sikh city after Amritsar, is the birthplace of Khalsa Panth and is also the headquarters of the Nihang sect, the beloved army of Guru Gobind Singh. Nihangs or Daredevils attired in blue robes and lofty turbans and armed with array of weapons were always at the forefront of a battle. The town is also the residence of various members of Sodhi family. The prime residence is the 300-year old ‘Sodhiyan di Haveli’ in the old city. Seven of the ten Gurus were from Sodhi family, beginning with Guru Ram Das, the Fourth Guru.

The Sodhis give a legendary account of Anandpur and its origin. On the site of Anandpur, there lived a cruel demon called Makho who had occupied the place for 700 years before Guru Tegh Bahadur visited this place. He wanted to expel the demon but the demon promised to depart on his own accord. He just wanted one favour that his name be associated with the place 64 | Rail Bandhu - June 2017

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where he had lived for so long. The Guru replied that the Sodhis would call the place Anandpur but the hillmen and others would call it Makhowal.

In the old city stands the Gurudwara Sis Ganj. It was here that a nine-year old Gobind Rai cremated the severed head of his father Guru Tegh Bahadur. The gurudwara is the namesake of the gurudwara in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk where the Guru was executed in 1675 on the orders of Aurangzeb. The dignified looking gurudwara is a reminder of the Guru’s sacrifice to protect his people from the tyranny of an increasingly intolerant and persecuting government. Across the street is the Guru ka Mahal where Guru Tegh Bahadur used to live. There is an underground cell called ‘Bhora Sahib’ where he used to worship alone.

Anandpur Sahib was painted white to celebrate the 350th anniversary of the founding of the city in 1665 other assorted hill tribes of the north. Next to the museum is the main fort of Anandgarh.

Nothing survives from the original fort, which was the stronghold of Guru Gobind Singh and where the army of Nihangs was garrisoned.

Built on a hill is the Gurudwara Anandgarh with a deep well called Kuan Baoli. Standing atop here and looking at the city sprawled below, you notice that all the houses and gurudwaras are painted white. You have seen Rajasthan’s cities sporting the same colour – Jodhpur is blue while Jaisalmer is yellow. Anandpur Sahib was painted white to celebrate the 350th anniversary of the founding of the city in 1665. The white swathe of the city surrounded by green expanses and bounded by Shivaliks in the distance provides delightful views.

HERITAGE CALLING The first sight of the much talked about Virasat-e-Khalsa Museum is stunning enough to blow you away. Set amongst the traditional architecture of domed gurudwaras in the town, the futuristic looking building can leave the visitor awe-stuck by its design and layout. The museum designed like hands offering prayer has two complexes connected by a ceremonial bridge. The five-petalled flower building depicts the Five Virtues of Sikh religion. Inside, the museum has galleries showcasing the rich culture and history of Sikhs. The sandstone towers and reflective silver roofs add an extra dimension to the striking visual appeal of the complex. It is not easy to wrench yourself away from this incredible sight.

Guru Gobind Singh fortified Anandpur with five forts for protection from Mughals and

RELIGIOUS FERVOUR At dusk the sky turns into a glorious canvas.

Shabad kirtans waft through the town mellowing the evening. The dome of Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib seems to glow like the setting sun. The gurudwara is one of the five Sikh religious seats. On the occasion of Baisakhi in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh had asked his followers to visit Anandpur. Here he baptised the Panj Piaras (Five Beloved Ones) thus establishing a new community called the Khalsa or ‘the Pure’. Make sure you are there right on time to attend the ceremony called ‘Shastran de Darshan’ where the weapons are brought out reverentially and displayed to the devotees. Later in the evening, one can sit back on the marble floor outside the sanctum as divine notes of shabad kirtans fill the cool spring night. The sweet hymns transport you to a perfect world of love and peace. That perfect world is right here in Anandpur Sahib and you don’t want to ever leave this utopia.

HOLLA MOHALLA

Guru Gobind Singh decreed that, the day after the Hindu festival of Holi be celebrated with mock battles. The day came to be known as ‘Holla Mohalla’, commemorating the founding of Khalsa Panth. The word Holla derived from Halla meaning ‘a military charge’ and Mohalla stands for organised procession. During these three days, the small town of Anandpur Sahib witnesses a deluge of lakhs of devotees. A sea of humanity wades through the streets paying obeisance at the various gurduwaras and partaking of meals at the scores of langars set by villagers. On the final day, people gather at the stadium to watch the spectacular events put up by the majestic Nihangs that include gatka or mock encounters, tent-pegging and bareback horse riding and standing up on single, two and even four horses.

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n May 26, 2014, Shri Narendra Modi took oath as the Prime Minister of India. Through innovative ideas and various initiatives taken in the last three years in health sector, the government has ensured that health benefits reach to every citizen of the Country thus leading India towards becoming a Healthy India.

Like polio, yaws and maternal and neonatal tetanus have been eliminated from India and this is certified by world Health Organisation (WHO) in May 2016. An appreciable reduction is seen in maternal mortality ratio, Infant mortality rate, neonatal mortality rate and total fertility rate.

MAJOR INITIATIVES AND ACHIEVEMENTS DURING THIS PERIOD ARE SUMMARIZED AS FOLLOWS: NATIONAL HEALTH POLICY (NHP) 2017 Now 15 years after the last health policy (2002), NHP 2017 has emerged with its goal for the attainment of highest possible level of health and well being for all at all ages, through a preventive and promotive health care orientation in all developmental policies and universal access to good quality health care services without anyone having to face financial hardship as a consequence. This would be achieved through increasing access, improving quality and lowering the cost of health care delivery.

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Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda Hon’ble Union Minister, Health and Family Welfare

INTRODUCTION OF NEW VACCINE IN UNIVERSAL IMMUNIZATION PROGRAMME “No child should die in the country from Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPDs)” is the goal and commitment of the government. In this direction few vaccines including rota virus vaccine, measles rubella vaccine, pneumoccal conjugate vaccine, IPV and adult Japanese Encephalitis (JE) vaccination in JE endemic districts are introduced in the universal immunization programme thus providing protection against 11 VPDs.

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of Mission Indradhanush have been completed and fourth phase is going on.

According to Integrated Child Health and Immunization Survey 2016, full immunization coverage has increased by about 5-7 per cent after the launch of Mission Indradhanush.

THE PRADHAN MANTRI SURAKSHIT MATRITVA ABHIYAN (PMSMA) The nationwide programme is introduced with the aim to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates through safe pregnancies and safe deliveries with the provision of fixed day assured, comprehensive and quality antenatal care to pregnant women on the 9th of every month.

FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES Three new contraceptive methods have been introduced in the national family planning programme to expand the basket of choice include-Injectable contraceptive DMPA (Antara), Centchroman pill (Chhaya), Progesterone-only pills (POP), with other initiatives as improved contraceptive packaging to increase the demand for these commodities and launching of new family planning media campaign with Amitabh Bachchan as the brand ambassador.

PRADHAN MANTRI NATIONAL DIALYSIS PROGRAMME Under this programme, support is being provided to all States at district level for provision of dialysis services under NHM in PPP (Public Private Partnership) mode.

This provides free dialysis services to poor patients.

PRADHAN MANTRI SWASTHYA SURAKSHA YOJANA (PMSSY) The PMSSY envisages creation of tertiary healthcare capacity in medical education, research and clinical care, in the underserved areas of the country.

Six more All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has been made functional (new) and various Government Medical Colleges/Institutes have been approved for up-gradation in different phases under Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana.

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES Measures are intensified for time bound elimination of malaria, filaria and kala-azar.

Additional 500 Cartridge Based Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (CBNAAT) machines are inducted in the TB control programme.

For the treatment of drug-resistant TB, Bedaquiline has been introduced at six identified tertiary care centers across India.

HIV/AIDS Parliament has passed a bill to ensure equal rights to the people infected with HIV and AIDS in getting treatment and prevent discrimination of any kind.

I.T. INITIATIVES National Health Portal (NHP) was launched to provide single point of access for consolidated health information to the citizens of India.

MoHFW Mobile Applications launched to empower the citizens to find reliable and relevant health information.

ANMOL (ANM Online application) - ANMOL is a tablet-based application that allows ANMs to enter and update data of beneficiaries of their jurisdiction.

Mobile Academy is a free audio training course designed to expand and refresh the knowledge base of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) E-RaktKosh initiative - This webbased mechanism interconnects all the blood banks of the States into a single network to provide information electronically regarding blood donation and transfusion services.

India Fights Dengue - Launched in 2016, this App empowers the community members about how to contribute towards prevention of Dengue.

Kilkari delivers free, weekly, timeappropriate 72 audio messages about

‘Test and Treat Policy’ for HIV is launched with the objective of “as soon as a person is tested and found to be positive, he will be provided with ART irrespective of his CD count or clinical stage.”

The life-saving third line ART treatment for HIV patients is started free of cost.

NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (NCDS) Prevention, screening and control programme for five non-communicable diseases- MOHFW is launching population based prevention, screening and control programme for five common non-communicable diseases, namely hypertension, diabetes, and cancers of oral cavity, breast and cervix.

pregnancy, child birth and child care directly to families’ mobile phones.

Name-based tracking of mothers and children till two years of age (Mother and Child Tracking System) is done to ensure complete antenatal, intranatal, postnatal care and complete immunization as per schedule. m-Cessation Programme: This aims at reaching out to those willing to quit tobacco use and support them towards successful quitting through text messages sent via mobile phones. Register to “mCessation Programme on www.nhp. gov.in/quit-tobacco-programme or Give a missed call on 011-22901701.

Online Registration System (ORS): The portal facilitates online appointments with various departments of different hospitals using eKYC data of Aadhaar number.

National e-Health Authority (NeHA) will be an integrated health information system.

M-Diabetes initiative - With a missed call to 011-22901701 the caller can get more information on diabetes and how to prevent and manage it. One can also log on to www.mdiabetes.nhp.gov.in for more information.

MEDICAL EDUCATION Government has added more than 4000 PG seats and about 10000 UG seats in various Medical Colleges.National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) has been introduced for common counseling at the State level for admission to medical courses at the under graduate and post graduate levels.

REDUCTION IN PRICES OF MEDICINE •P rices of around 33 essentials medicines has been brought under 30%-50%down their retail prices.

•P rice of coronary stents capped up to 40 per cent lower than existing market prices.

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The Axomiya

LEGACY Assamese dishes are less spicy than other Indian dishes but carry richness of taste and health. The variety of ingredients and exotic herbs used lend them their unique flavour Text: Madhulika Dash

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ot so long ago, our only culinary association with Assam was that of the wine-coloured Assam tea.

After all, it was, and still is, one of the best exports originating from Margherita (Assam’s beautiful hill station where King of Scots, Robert the Bruce discovered the white tea in 1823). But thanks to the creativity of some foodies, this ancient Gateway to South Asia, today, says Ashish Chopra, author of North East cook book, NE Belly, “is known as much for its lip-smacking cuisine as its breathtaking beauty. In fact, two dishes in particular, tenga and khar, the mainstay of every Assamese meal, have gained much popularity.”

The reason for this, says chef-turned-blogger, Kashmiri Barkakati, “isn’t only because every household (whether from Upper Assam or Lower one) has made it a ‘meal essential’ of their daily lives, but also because they represent the spectrum of Assamese food culture, which is often described by chefs as an ‘outstanding mélange of North Eastern flavours’.”

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(Above) Nyonya Assam pedas fish; (Left) Misa maach poora or grilled shrimps

Locals in Assam prefer the tenga more than a khar, and consider any meal incomplete without their Brahmaputra gift ORIGINS AND INFLUENCES So while khar, a unique Assamese delicacy originally made of water and the ash of banana peel, that got the state its unique nickname - KharKhowa Jati (meaning the race of khar eaters)– is a tasteful palate cleaner; tenga, which has both vegetarian and meat options, is a tangy, cleverly flavoured dish that complements the different taste of a thali and leaves with a lingering food memory. In fact, adds Chef Barkakati, “just for the taste, locals in Assam prefer the tenga more than a khar and consider any meal incomplete without their Brahmaputra gift, i.e., joha rice (a short-grained rice known for its sweet-scented aroma and excellent taste).”

It is said that the curry was developed under the Ahom clan, who, as per the chef, “were descendants of the Thai royalty” and hence the light palate playing flavours. Another theory credits the Eastern influence. For a large part of history, Assam remained not only an important trading portal, but also the roadway to South Asia and was frequented by travellers, monks and even kings from the erstwhile state of Kalinga (Odisha) and Bengal. Effectively, the tribal state, Bodos (the descendants of Mongolia) being the most prominent of them, had a cuisine that had influences not only from Thailand and Burma, but also Odisha, Bengal and Nagaland among others. Chef Chopra adds, “The little that might have gone missing came with the monks and the British, giving Assam a food culture that became the basis of understanding their cuisine.”

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DID YOU KNOW Assam has its own anthem called ‘O Mur Apunar Dex’ written by famous local poet Lakshminath Bezbaroa. This anthem was adopted in the year 1927.

Herbal mint tea of Assam

in banana leaf) and pura (charred on fire) technique. Pithika, says Chef Barkakati, “is mashed potatoes made by adding salt, chillies and mustard oil. The difference, however, is that in Assam, pithika is made of any local vegetable when it is fresh in the season.”

The other similarity between the East and the North East state is the use of vegetables to make fish or meat. Their masor muri ghonto (fish head curry) is a close cousin of Oriya mundo ghonto (fish head with vegetable). Or the tekeli pitha, made of rice powder, resembles the idli but is bigger in size and served with coconut and sugar, much like the pithas in Odisha, as a celebratory snack. But other than these few similarities, Assamese cuisine predominantly is a stunning amalgamation of tribal (Lower Assam) and royal Hindu (Upper Assam) food culture that developed over a period of 3,000 years and is highly local.

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QUICK FACTS Fresh bamboo shoots contain toxins that are destroyed by cooking, so it is advisable to blanch or boil them before use.

Pitha can be sweet or savoury, steamed or fried and cooked using many different techniques.

Jute leaves contain vitamins A, B6, and C. Egyptian jute soup or molokhia is considered Egypt’s national soup.

Xaak aru bhaji, made of vegetables and herbs, is a staple food of Assam and is consumed on regular basis.

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the subtle flavours popularised by Ahom Kings, which is delicate curry with subtle taste layers. Like the Narzi—A litmus test for most new brides, this thin, delicious fish gravy is made of dried jute leaves. And the trick to get it right is to know the quantity of leaves to add, which can leave the curry tantalising and not bitter.

Similar is the case of Napham. A chutney-style side dish from the Bodo tribe, which is made of dry pond fish and is a lunch must-have. Some other exotic dishes of the tribe are koroi pok and xukoti. While Koroi pok are rare-to-find water bugs found close to paddy fields, xukoti is a preserve made of dried fish and stored in bamboo tubes and is mostly had with Apong, the traditional rice drink of the Mishing community. Apong comes in two kinds - the first is a whitish-yellow Nogin and the other is a pale green or transparent Poro made of ash of rice husk and hay with rice and Sai-mod, which is an assortment of local growing herbs.

LOCAL FAVOURITES Yet another distinguishing feature of Assamese cuisine is the use of local fowl,

which the locals are extremely fond of despite the modern thalis showcasing chicken and other meat. Chef Barkakati explains, “Fowls became a part of the food culture due to religious beliefs and also because they were found in plenty.”

The best fowl dish even today is the one, which has been cooked with fresh ash gourd or pumpkin, or the one made with banana plantain, much like petu made with onion and naraxinha leaves. And the favourite paro manxo is either made with koldil (banana flower) and is dry, or a jool (curry) version with lots of black pepper. The presence of either delicacy in the meal means you are really special to your guests.

MINIMAL SPICE Curiously, for a State that grows bhut jolokia, the use of chillies (or for that matter spices) in its dishes is kept to the minimum. There is nothing called garam masala in their culinary ledger. Even their puras get their pungency from the mustard oil or pepper, while the interesting flavours come from fish fat, the use of green leafy vegetables (laai, lofa, paleng, dhoniya, podina, matikanduri, maanimuni, dhekia, durum, to name a few) and local herbs.

GIFT FROM THE MUGHALS Muslims first came to Assam in 1206 when Ikhtiyar Uddin Khilji led a military expedition to Tibet through the region. In 1615, the Mughals invaded Assam. This led to the birth of the Assamese-Mughlai cuisine and as a result, Assam fascinatingly has a small but distinctive Muslim food culture as well. Navin Singh, former Executive Chef, Radisson Blu, Guwahati, who has served the Assamese thali as part of their buffet that includes a good portion of the Assamese Muslim food, says, “Aside from having the usual pithika made with meat and fish, there is also the Mughal inspired korma pilaf, kebab and kaleji among others. The Assamese community uses onions, garlic and ginger in its cooking, but the taste of their korma is nothing like the one you would find in mainland India.”

Tenga is mashed, fermented bamboo shoot curry

Assam fascinatingly has a small but distinctive Muslim food culture due to the Mughal influence “The highlight of the korma pilaf here”, adds Singh, “is the meat which is cut into small pieces that helps it melt well, while the fat lends flavour to the rice.” The folklore for the little pieces is related to the judiciousness of the cooks back then, who wanted everyone to get ample mutton pieces, no matter which side of the pan you are served from.

INTERESTING FACTS Better known as Ghost Pepper, Bhut Jolokia has earned Guinness World Records’ recognition as the World’s Hottest Chilli Pepper! A small bite can cause a burning sensation in the mouth that can last up to 5 hours.

Next time you are looking for a food adventure with an extra garnish of history, Assam is the place to be.

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STYLE FILE

BEAUTY & THE BEAST

Disney and Hidesign have collaborated to launch an ‘Enchanted Collection’ of premium leather bags and wallets. The camaraderie of the castle staff vividly comes to life using embosses and leather applique.

Price: On request Available at: Hidesign stores

STAY FIT

Health Care Success launches its range of activity monitors under the brand name ‘Tango’ in India. Available in vibrant colours, the product provides 24 hours activity data including step counts, calories burnt, distance travelled and sleep monitoring.

REFRESHING SIP

TeaBox launches a refreshing range of all-natural iced tea blends in 12 interesting flavours like Tropical Aam Panna, Hawaiian Sangria, Fruit Punch, Pomegranate Swirl, Pineapple Rush, Ginger Taffy and more.

Price: On request Available at: www.teabox.com

Price: On request Available at: All e-commerce sites

in style

SMART SOUND

S-50 by Amkette, is a multi-connected device that can also be controlled with smartphones.

The smart speakers houses features like Bluetooth speaker, like NFC connectivity, USB charging and conference calling.

Price: `4,499 Available at: E-commerce websites

TRADITIONAL CHARM

CaratLane launches a new range of 22Kt gold jewellery that is crafted by reviving traditional techniques and patterns into modern and stylish designs. The collection revisits the rustic charm of tribal jewellery in the form of elegant designs.

Price: On request Available at: CaratLane stores

SPRAY OF DIGNITY

Denver launches a new range of perfumes named Honour, Pride and Hamilton. The range consists of a subtle musky with an exciting blend of spices and exotic scents that are a perfect pick for daily wear and are ideal for all occasions.

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COLOUR your tresses

From blonde to brunette or jewel tone to sombre, give your tresses a fresh look with the new and innovative colour trends Text: Kritika Dhawan

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ocking a new hair colour can make you look very different from usual.

Take a cue from blonde, brunette, red or multi-tone hair hues and give your strands a fresh colour. 2017 is the year

to ditch the boring and try tiger-eye, sombre and chocolate mauve tones, which are big hits of the season. Multi-tonal and multidimensional, these rich and vibrant colours are a must try.

Get spoilt for choice with the ‘Beauty ka Naya Adda’. Be U Salons is India’s first-ever app-based standardised salon chain. Revolutionising salons like never before, Be U Salons promise to provide beauty services and amazing deals at a standardised price.

If you are looking forward to colour your hair in the latest colour trends, visit Be U salon in your neighbourhood and pamper yourself with the amazing hair deals.

Visit www.beusalons. com or download Be U Salons app for amazing offers

SOMBRE

The subtle transition from dark to light colour is popular this year. The colour is darker at the roots and in its lighter version at the tips. The trend can also be donned by mixing two different colours. The colour enhances the natural texture and layering in the cut.

CHOCOLATE MAUVE

One of the trendiest hues is a rage this season. The modern take on highlights is an unexpected combination of brown and light pink. It is a great idea for brown hair as it is a glamourous blend of dark and subtle tones that flatters the complexion.

DARKER ROOTS

It is a great option for people with both dark and light coloured hair. If you have dark hair, you can leave an inch or two from the roots in natural colour and opt for lighter shade for the red. In lighter hair tone, you can darken the roots with the colour of your choice.

TIGER EYE The splendid trend is a combination of highlights in shades like honey, amber and soft brown with balayage technique. Choose from warm or neutral shades depending on the skin tone and add bronze, caramel and golden highlights for striping effect of tiger's eye stone.

SUBTLE HIGHLIGHTS

For all those who don’t wish to colour their hair, you can still be a part of the rage with subtle highlights. Try your favourite colour just at the tips or add some face framing pieces of colour. As the trend is leaning towards natural colours, subtle highlights are one of the best options for your hair.

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Meet Mumbai’s

DABBAWALAS

Simple, hardworking and godfearing, the dabbawalas of Mumbai, who strive to ensure that the denizens eat on time, have a heart made of gold Text: Kevin Pilley

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abu has worked with Hercules for nearly 40 years. They share an inseparable partnership.

Despite their growing ricketiness, Babu and his 1968 Raleigh Hercules touring bicycle have together clocked up over one hundred and fifty thousand miles, pedalling the congested main streets and equally chaotic backstreets of Mumbai for a living.

SHINY BOXES OF GOODNESS A professional Dabbawala, Babu is a member of the city’s Mumbai Dabbawala Association. He is 70, and with the help of his beloved 30-something two-wheeler, still rides 20 miles on a normal working day. He leaves home at 5am and returns at 9pm. “‘Dabbas’, as they are called in Marathi or Hindi, are typically metallic tiffin-boxes that we collect from private homes from all around the city. We collect them from wives, mothers, grandmothers, daughters or nieces and deliver them on every working day to their family members at their workplace,” says Babu, as he awaits his train at the Grant Road railway station.

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Multiple tiffin cans tied securely to a bicycle

Babu, who belongs to the third generation in his family of tiffin-box carriers, “Providing dabbas is one of the oldest catering systems of the world. It is an honour to serve this iconic city as a lunch-pail boy.”

HOW IT ALL STARTED The tradition of carrying lunch boxes from homes to workplaces dates back to 1890.

Shri Mahadev Dube, who would deliver light lunches to the offices of Britishers who lived away from their places of employment, was its pioneer. In those days, the dabbas were delivered either by a bicycle, handcart, tanga (horse-drawn carriage) and even bullock carts. Mahadeo Bhavaji Bachche from Maharashtra picked up on the idea and developed it. He started a lunch delivery service with a team of 100 dabbawalas at that time.

LIFE OF A DABBAWALA When dabbawalas join this profession they make a donation, which guarantees them a monthly salary of approximately 5,000 rupees, as well as a degree of healthcare

and education for their children. In effect, they are independent small scale entrepreneurs.

INTERESTING FACTS In November 2003, Prince Charles met the dabbawalas during his India visit.

The dabbawallas pooled in money to gift the Prince a Maharashtrian turban and a nauvari sari for his wife Camilla Parker Bowles. In 2005, business tycoon Richard Branson met them. He travelled with them and delivered a tiffin to his own employee and also donned their signature attire- dhoti and a topi!

Mumbai’s local trains are the main mode of transport for dabbawalas apart from their bicycles. The service criss-crosses the city of 20 million people in a complex cat’s cradle of routes by which the boxes are collected in the morning from the doorsteps of homes and delivered straight to desk in downtown offices. Sometimes one tiffin box can travel 60 kilometres one way. The boxes are collected again at 2.30pm and delivered back to the collection point. “It is military precision with which this time-table is followed. It’s all about coordination and teamwork,” informs Babu, while introducing his friend and colleague, Dhondu. “In Mumbai, we Dabbawalas are the kings of the road,” Dhondu quips, adding, “We are here to serve all Mumbaikars. Our customers range from oil executives on Nariman Point, to the money men of Stock Exchange, and the common man.”

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QUICK FACTS In total, Mumbai’s dabbawalas deliver anywhere between

1,70,0002,00,000 tiffin-boxes every day!

Dabbawalas walking on the railway platform to catch the Mumbai local Dabbawalas have been featured on TV shows like

‘Ripley’s Believe It or Not’ and ‘Top Gear’ Most dabbawalas keep a

spare bicycle lest someone decides to steal their original one.

There are also a few women in the profession, and they are called

‘Maushis’!

DECODING THE CUE Babu delivers about 50 lunch boxes a day and one tiffin can change hands as many as ten times before reaching its final destination. Every dabba is colour and number coded. Explaining how to decode the number, Babu points at one and explains, “For example, in the number K-BO-10-19/A/15, K denotes the identity letter of the dabbawala or carrier, BO means Borivali, i.e., the area from where the tiffin is to be collected, number 10 is the pin code of Nariman point area (delivery point), 19/A/15 means 19th Building and the 15th floor, easy and simple!”

THE NOBLE STREAK Although a Dabbawala’s profession is not tech-fuelled, text messaging is becoming popular among them. Some Dabbawalas are seen endorsing brands/advertisements on their cycles including mobile billboards.

The dabbawalas may not be technically very sound but they certainly have a heart that is made of gold. During their annual visit to Jejuri near Pune every year, many

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The tradition of carrying lunch boxes from homes to workplaces dates back to 1890 of them indulge in charity work without making much uproar about it. They provide funds for dharamshalas at sacred places like Bhimashankar, Alandi, Jejuri and Pandharpur.

MUCH IN DEMAND There are approximately 5,000 professional dabbawalas operating every day in Mumbai. “It is cheaper for our customers to pay for dabba as compared to eating at a restaurant every day and hence, the demand for dabbawalas will never end.

This just proves that old ways are the best!” concludes Babu. With this, he tightens the grip over handlebars of his Hercules one more time and pedals away.

IN FOCUS

INNOVATING MANAGEMENT EDUCATION & BUILDING LEADERS OF TOMORROW and economic problems with creative and innovative solutions.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

Prof. J. P. Sharma Director, IMS, Ghaziabad

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ith the increasing number of innovations in the way business is conducted these days, business schools have realised that they need to adapt and continually innovate, in order to remain competitive and stay relevant. These innovations in management education must be capable of bridging the gap between academia and the industry.

GLORIOUS LEGACY 'Innovation, Skill Enhancement & Value addition in Management Education' has been the motto at Institute of Management Studies (IMS), Ghaziabad since 1990.

It is one of the top B-Schools across Delhi/NCR and in the country. As an institution with a glorious legacy of 27 years, the institute strives to disseminate vibrant, innovative and global qualitative business management education and foster international relations, along with collaborative partnerships with leading management institutes and universities across the globe.

BRIGHT IDEAS B-Schools should act as breeding grounds for innovative business ideas and foster entrepreneurship, the start-up culture and encourage leadership through various initiatives. IMS has been cultivating leaders who can solve the business, social

Keeping up with its glorious legacy, IMS, under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Prof. J. P. Sharma – Director, has been consistently bestowed with top accreditation, awards, ratings and rankings by Apex bodies like National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), The Associated Chambers of Commerce of India (ASSOCHAM), Times of India, Competition Success Review, Outlook, The Week, Business Standard, theEducationPost, Chronicle, Careers360 The Education Hub, CEGR and others. IMS is accredited with ‘A’ Grade by NAAC, an Autonomous Institution of UGC (University Grant Commission).

A CUT ABOVE THE REST IMS has the distinction of being ranked as 8th in North India for three consecutive years - 2015, 2016 and 2017; 26th in India by Times B-School Survey 2017, published in Times of India; 2nd Private B-School in UP; and 12th Top B-School of Super Excellence in India

by Competition Success Review - GHRDC Survey (November 2016). It has been awarded as Best Private Institute in Asia for corporate placements by ASSOCHAM jointly with theEducationPost in December 2016.

GUIDING LIGHT Enlightening young minds towards a 'Journey of Excellence' is a part of the institute’s DNA. IMS has adopted an innovative and unconventional guiding philosophy for professional management education. They have inducted well-heeled corporate czars and senior alumni along with distinguished academicians in their academic advisory council to suggest changes in the education system and mentor students.

Be it infrastructure, curriculum, learning resources or pedagogy, IMS has always been at the forefront in change.

POLISHING SKILLS The faculty and student interaction with the corporate world in the form of Research and Consultancy, International & National Conferences, Management/ Faculty Development Programmes, Live Projects, Summer Projects, Seminars, regular Industry Interactions & Visits, Alumni Talk Series, International Study Tours, Foreign delegation visits, planning of events like Melange, Convocation, Alumni Meet, Inter-departmental Fests etc. has become an important enabler for designing and imparting learner-centric value based education. Students and faculty utilise latest ICT techniques and digital tools for enhancing their skills and knowledge.

ARMED WITH SPECIALISATIONS IMS offers PGDM (AICTE Approved, NBA Accredited & Equivalent to MBA by AIU – Association of Indian Universities) & MCA (AICTE Approved & Affiliated to Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University) programmes. The curriculum of IMS’s PGDM programme is regularly revised to be cross-functional, based on the industry inputs and best global practices.

IMS has been consistently updating its basket of specialisations (Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, Operations, International Business and Information Technology) and certification programmes to keep in sync with changing business needs. The faculty at IMS is a perfect blend of industry-academic experience. They help students in developing a holistic view of the business and equip them with the latest management techniques pertaining to global business environment.

CREATING FUTURE LEADERS IMS is committed to strengthen relationships that stimulate intellectual curiosity and constructive psychology thus creating future leaders who can synergise, create value and face challenges of a dynamic global market.

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GREEN CARD

Agriculture Development

IN INDIA

Effective diffusion of agricultural technologies is the key for increasing sustainable agricultural production and productivity while escalating the socio-economic status of farming communities

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uring 1970s and 80s, India was deficient in per capita availability of cereals, pulses, fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat, milk and other agriculture-based products due to the lack of agricultural technologies and infrastructure in extension service delivery system. During the time, various innovative agriculture development models including Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) or Farm Science Centre was introduced by agricultural development policy-makers and the researchers to boost the country towards self-sufficiency in food production. Today the country is producing 146.3 million tonnes (MT) milk, 78.48 billion eggs, 6.7 MT meat, 103.61 MT rice, 93.82 MT wheat, 38.40 MT coarse cereals, 21 MT maize, 17.33 MT pulses, 8.09 MT gram, 9.13 MT soyabean, 7.18 MT groundnut, 6.84 MT rapeseed and mustard, 30.69 million bales cotton and 346.39 MT sugarcane.

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SPREADING THE KNOWLEDGE To realise the true potential of the farming system and introduction of state-of-the-art technologies, providing necessary inputs and ensuring the availability of ready to use technological information, Government of India through Indian Council for Agricultural Research has established a large network of over 660 KVKs across the country. This is with an aim to conduct technology assessment and refinement, knowledge dissemination and provide critical input support to the farmers with a team of multidisciplinary Subject Matter Specialists.

KVK is an innovative, science-based institution that undertakes vocational training for the extension functionaries, farmers, farm women and rural youth. It conducts on-farm trials of technology for farmers and front line demonstrations of the

KVKS have resulted in higher productivity, enhanced incomes and reduction of drudgery in farm women

latest agricultural technology. Recently, the Kendras have started using varied ICTs tools and also web portals, social media, etc., to accelerate the growth process.

KVKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aim is to reduce the time lag between generation of technology at the research institution and its transfer to the farmers fields for increasing production, productivity and income from agriculture and allied sectors on a sustainable basis. The action plan of each Kendra is tailored according to the needs, problems, availability of natural resources and potential for agricultural growth in that particular district. The Kendra also participates in the process of agricultural technology development and refinement. It emphasises on employment generation for farmers and traditionally backward areas in the country.

the farmers have modified their agricultural patterns, which were related to diversification of crops and changes in cropping pattern, seed planting technique, use of fertilisers and pesticides, changes in machinery used and in water-use pattern. KVKs have resulted in higher productivity, enhanced incomes and reduction of drudgery in farm women.

In addition, KVKs produce quality technological products (seed, planting material, bio-agents, livestock) and make it available to the farmers, organise frontline extension activities, identify and document selected farm innovations and converge with ongoing schemes and programs within the mandate of the Kendra. Further, each Kendra adopts 4 to 6 economically, culturally and technologically backward villages situated within 10-20 km radius, which are not too small or too large.

There are continuous efforts from the Government to strengthen existing KVKs and set up more to carry out its wide range of mandated activities and initiation of new components, for which the Cabinet has approved Rs3,900 crore. It is expected that in due course of time, KVKs would play an important role in transforming agriculture, a key ingredient to transform India, by doubling the income of farmers with the introduction of feasible agricultural technologies and package of practices.

IMPACT OF KVKS The National Institute of Labour Economics Research and Development, based on field surveys of 46 KVKs throughout the country, reported that about 40 per cent farmers implemented the technology immediately after its dissemination by the Kendra. With the intervention by Kendras, about 80 percent of

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HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Krishi Vigyan Kendra was established in the country on the recommendations of the Education Commission (196466) and an Interministerial Committee (1973). A high level committee, headed by Dr. Mohan Singh Mehta, recommended the establishment of Krishi Vigyan Kendras to provide skill-oriented vocational training support to the  farmers.

The first KVK in India was established at Pondicherry in 1974.

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STAR TRACKER

the Month ahead Be it love, career or health, here’s what June and your stars have in store for you Aries (Mar 20 - Apr 18)

Taurus (Apr 19 - May 19)

Gemini (May 20 - Jun 20)

You will be apprehensive about work and your future, but will keep trudging on in hope of change. There will be tension related to money matters. You will make new friends.

You may need to consult a doctor as you could be suffering from an infection.

You will be in a position of power, expansion and success.

Finances will be discussed and business profits will increase. A lonely soul is going to enter your life. You should increase your vitamins as doing so will give you more energy.

You seem too bored with your work but you will soon have a change in attitude. Don’t try to force issues. Expect material gain. Someone will light up your life and you will attract romance like a bee to honey. There will be cost considerations and a loss of appetite.

Lucky colour Green Lucky No. 3

Lucky colour Pink

Lucky colour Lime Green Lucky No. 6

Cancer (Jun 21 - Jul 21)

Leo (Jul 22 - Aug 21)

Virgo (Aug 22 - Sep 21)

Business may have been slow in the past, but things are going to improve greatly. You’ll have financial problems, but you will handle them well. Love will be the most important. You’ll be surprised at what a little honest act can do.

You will experience troubles and possible loss in work. You can expect financial success.

Money spent for spiritual work is indicated. You will long to be with the one your heart yearns for. A love affair is indicated. Health will need attention.

You are going to be working very hard but for no profit. You will face financial difficulties and losses but soon have the opportunity to make more money. You will still carry a flame for the one you love. You will have sleep-related problems.

Lucky colour Yellow

Lucky colour Peach Lucky No. 7

Lucky colour Orange

Libra (Sep 22 - Oct 22)

Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 20)

Sagittarius (Nov 21 - Dec 20)

Your business will increase and an assignment is on the horizon. Financial concerns will be dealt with effectively.

A call will bring the solution to a problem.

Take your mind off your work, your lover or the problem, and do something else.

Great improvements will be made in many areas through your decisive actions. Be willing to run the risk of failure. Expect to receive payments. A period of indulgence is indicated. Health may need attention.

At work, new elements will make it necessary to make changes. You will worry about finances but important news will shed new light on the issue. Someone from past will return. If you eat too much sugar or starch it will affect your health negatively.

Lucky colour Purple

Lucky colour Brown

Lucky colour Blue Lucky No. 8

Lucky No. 4

Lucky No. 8

Lucky No. 4

Lucky No. 9

Lucky No. 5

Capricorn (Dec 21 - Jan 19)

Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 19)

You will want to get away from work. You will experience anxiety over the receipt of money but it will shortly be recovered. A legal notice will irritate you. An admirer will want to see you. You could experience health problems and resting would help.

You’re going to receive some important news.

This also indicates a happy atmosphere at work. Finances are positive. You will be surprised by a sudden romantic interlude. Don’t be intimidated by doctors.

You will escape from oppressive situations and have unexpected gains in business or finance. You will feel stuck in finances and be upset over a call. Be careful of accidents around home or in your car, especially with electrical and sharp objects.

Lucky colour Grey

Lucky colour Turquoise

Lucky colour Magenta Lucky No. 1

Lucky No. 7

Lucky No. 4

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SHORT TAKES

Entertainment Calling We bring you a selection of movies for the month

WONDER WOMAN

RAABTA

TUBELIGHT

Director: Patty Jenkins Cast: Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Robin Wright Release date: June 2, 2017

Director: Dinesh Vijan Cast: Sushant Singh Rajput, Kriti Sanon, Rajkumar Rao Release date: June 9, 2017

Director: Kabir Khan Cast: Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Om Puri, Sohail Khan Release date: June 25, 2017

When a pilot crashes and reveals of conflict in the outside world, Wonder Woman leaves home to fight a war to end all wars, discovering her full powers and true destiny.

It is a hilarious tale of love, dreams and destiny. Shiv and Saira fall for each other until, Saira crosses paths with a reincarnated lover from a previous lifetime.

Tubelight is the story of a manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unshakable faith in himself and the love for his family. The film is based at the backdrop of the Sino-Indian war of 1962.

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Chandigarh University has become the 1st ever University to create a National Record for Highest Number of Companies for Campus Placements in one academic year.

We could not have done it without You! Chandigarh University extends heartiest thanks to all Corporates, Students and Faculty who made it happen.

CAMPUS: NH 95, Chandigarh-Ludhiana Highway, Mohali, Punjab - 9915999224

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IN FOCUS

SOARING HIGH

Ashok Mittal LPU Chancellor

A placement drive in progress at the LPU campus

T

his is the third time in a row that Lovely Professional University (LPU) has achieved huge success in placements of its students. In the previous year too, the number of placements from LPU was the highest in North India.

management programmes are placed at better pay packages. BTech students are offered a start of about `15.5 lakh and management students `7.5 lakh. Voltas International Ltd. has recruited LPU students at an annual package of `11 lakh, whereas P&O Cruises (America & Australia) has offered `8 lakh.

OPPORTUNITIES GALORE Students of LPU have been offered jobs by national and international companies in large number. In this session, Fortune 500 companies including Amazon, HewlettPackard, Xerox, IBM, Cognizant, Verizon, UnitedHealth Group, Google, Microsoft, Oracle and Apple have come forward with excellent job opportunities for the students.

While Cognizant has recruited 1,900 LPU students in its three drives so far at the LPU campus, bigwigs like Tech Mahindra, Amazon and Capegemini have offered coveted jobs to 100 plus students. New companies like SAP Labs India, Hitachi, Bosch, Hafele and Kony India Private Limited are also visiting the LPU campus for selection. Hindustan Lever and Voltas International also feature in the list of reputed organisations keen on hiring LPU students.

GREAT START When it comes to remuneration, students having specialisation in engineering and

PRINCIPAL TALK Ashok Mittal, LPU Chancellor, says, “Our sole motive is to ensure that the students get coveted placements in diverse fields. For this, our academic teams keep on working tirelessly and train students on different modes so that while facing selectors they are preferred over others.

Our university also has tie-ups with companies like Google, Microsoft and Apple, and in turn, these companies are conducting their labs at the university campus. Special trainers from such partner companies keep on visiting our campus and provide training to students to be industry ready.”

PROUD MOMENT Recently, LPU conferred its honoris causa doctorate degree upon Honourable President of India and Padma Vibhushan, Pranab Mukherjee, at its 8th annual Convocation.

• LPU has set Highest Placement Record consecutively for last three years.

• LPU students are working with top global brands including Google and Microsoft at salary package of more than `1 crore.

• 500 plus national and international companies offered placements to 5,000+ LPU students.

• Fortune 500 companies including Amazon, HewlettPackard, Xerox and more offered jobs to 600+ LPU students of 2017 batch.

• Offering jobs to 610 LPU students in a single day, Cognizant made the biggest placement drive.

• Top 51 companies which recruit IIT students also recruit LPU students.

• Top companies - Tech Mahindra, Capegemini & Amazon, have selected 100+ LPU students.

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4]000 ,pih ds lkFk rhu pj.k ,lh Vªd s ’ku eksVj lfgr cukbZ xbZ gSA ;g MCY;wMhth&4 jsy batu ijaijkxr nks jsy batuksa ds cjkcj gSA ;g Lons’kh mPp ’kfDr okyk MCY;wMhth&4 Js.kh dk igyk batu gSA o"kZ 2002&03 esa bls iqu% vkbZ,lvks&9001 izek.k i= feykA twu 2002 esa izFke 3]300 v’o ’kfDr MCY;wMhth&3lh jsy batu dk mRiknu gqvkA fnlEcj 2002 esa vkbZ,lvks&9001%20 00 rFkk vkbZ,lvks&14001%1996 izek.k i= feykA o"kZ 2003 ls Mht+y tsujsVj lsV dk fuekZ.k vkjaHk gqvkA 22 tuojh] 2003 dks fo;ruke dks 10 jsy batu Hksts x,A Hkkjr esa vk;kfrr jsy batu dh ykxr 4-3 djksM+ #i, Fkh tcfd Mh,yMCY;w esa cus batu dh ykxr 1-5 djksM+ #i, vkbZA 26 vizy S ] 2003 dks Mh,yMCY;w us ^ckt+* uked MCY;wMhih&4 jsy batu ¼,lh@,lh ekbØksikz l s l s j fu;af=r bZ/a ku n{k jsy batu½ jokuk fd;kA ;g Lons’kh mPp ’kfDr okyk MCY;wMhih&4 Js.kh dk izFke jsy batu gSA nwljh vksj 27 flrEcj] 2003 dks Mh,yMCY;w ls 3]100 ,pih dk Mht+y batu MhvkjMhvks dks fn;k x;kA mUur lqfo/kk dk lekos’k tuojh 2014 esa xksYMu tqcyh batu ,oa gksVy yksM okyk batu MCY;wMhih&4ch ^izrhd* rS;kj fd;k x;kA flrEcj 2014 esa 7]051oka batu jokuk fd;k x;kA fo'ks"k miyfC/k;ksa ds fy, vizy S 2016 dks bl dkj[kkus dks loksÙZ ke mRiknu ;wfuV dh ’khYM iznku dh xbZA

LokLF; ,oa ifjokj dY;k.k ea=ky; Hkkjr ljdkj

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jk"Vªh; LokLF; izos’k}kj

Jh txr izdk'k uM~Mk

LokLF; dh izkekf.kd tkudkjh ds fy, izos’k}kj www.nhp.gov.in

ekuuh; dsna hz ; ea=h LokLF; ,oa ifjokj dY;k.k ea=ky;

,u,pih okW;l osc ¼Vksy Ýh½ 1800&180&1104

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jk"Vªh; LokLF; dk;ZØe fMftVy igy • j k"Vªh; fMftVy LokLF; uhfr ¼,uMh,p,½ ¼izfØ;k esa½ • , dhd`r LokLF; lwpuk eap ¼vkbZ,pvkbZih½ ¼izfØ;k esa½ • j k"Vªh; LokLF; izos’k}kj ¼,u,pih½ • , e&Mk;fcVht+@,e&lsls’ku dk;ZØe • e kr` ,oa cky VªSfdax iz.kkyh •v kWuykbu jftLVªs’ku iz.kkyh ¼vksvkj,l½ •v ueksy ¼,,u,e vkWuykbu ,Iyhds’ku½ • , u,pih okW;l osc • e ksckby ,Iyhds’ku

• nokb;ksa dh dherksa esa deh

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• i z/kkuea=h jk"Vªh; Mk;fyfll dk;ZØe • , dhd`r jksx fuxjkuh dk;ZØe ¼vkbZMh,lih½ • i kap xSj&lapkjh jksxksa ds fy, jksdFkke] ijh{k.k vkSj fu;a=.k dk;ZØe

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Vksy Ýh ua- 1800-180-1104

jkspd tkudkjh

Hkkjr dh igyh

ekyxkM+h #M+dh esa iqy fuekZ.k ds fy, pykbZ xbZ Fkh ns’k dh igyh ekyxkM+hA izLrqr gS bl laca/k esa foLr`r fooj.k

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#M+dh esa pyh Fkh izFke ekyxkM+h ;g mYys[kuh; gS fd Hkkjr esa vusd jsyos ykbusa lw[kk vkSj vdky iM+us ds dkj.k ogka jkgr lkexzh o [kk|kUu dh vkiwfrZ ds fy, gh cukbZ xbZ FkhaA buesa o"kZ 1850 esa if’peh mÙkj izn’s k esa #M+dh dh jsyykbu Hkh ’kkfey gS ftls vaxt zs k+ as us cuok;k FkkA ;g jsyykbu Hkh ugj ifj;kstuk dks cukus ds fy, feV~Vh dh <qykbZ ds fy, cukbZ xbZ FkhA bl ugj dks vktdy xaxugj ;k xaxkugj dgrs gSAa ;g ugj gfj}kj ls fudydj #M+dh] eqt¶+ Qjuxj] esjB] xkft+;kckn] cqyna ’kgj gksrs gq, dkuiqj rd tkrh gSA bl xaxugj dks #M+dh ds ikl lksykuh unh ds Åij ls ikj tkus ds fy, tks iqy cuk;k x;k Fkk] og vkt Hkh lgh&lyker gSA bl

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lksykuh lsrq fuekZ.k ds fy, dqN oSxuksa ds lkFk pykbZ xbZ ekyxkM+h Hkkjr o ,f'k;k dh igyh ekyxkM+h Fkh iqy dks cukus ds fy, tks feV~Vh mi;ksx esa ykbZ xbZ Fkh] og fijk.k dfy;kj ls bl ekyxkM+h }kjk ykbZ xbZ FkhA fijk.k dfy;kj vkSj #M+dh ds chp dh ;g nwjh 10 fdyksehVj gSA bl izdkj 22 fnlEcj] 1851 dks pyh bl ekyxkM+h dks izFke ekyxkM+h gksus dk xkSjo izkIr gSA FkkWelu Fkk jsy batu Hkkjrh; jsy esa loZizFke FkkWelu uked jsy batu pyk;k x;k FkkA LVsaMMZ xst dk Hkki ls pyus okyk ;g izFke jsy batu 4-85 QqV xst dk FkkA bls 22 fnlEcj] 1851 dks #M+dh ds ikl lksykuh lsrq ds fuekZ.kdk;ksZa ds fy, dqN oSxuksa dks ysdj pyk;k x;k FkkA ;g 2&2&2 MCY;wVh okyk 6 Oghy okyk VSad batu FkkA bls fczVsu dh bZch foYlu jsyos QkmaMªh esa 1847 esa cuk;k x;k FkkA ;g batu 1851 ds e/; dydÙkk ¼vc dksydkrk½ canjxkg ij eaxok;k x;kA bls xaxk unh ls x<+eqDrs’oj yk;k x;k FkkA eqMjksd uked vfHk;ark us ogka ds dSuky odZ’kkWi ds fujh{kd dh ns[kjs[k esa bl batu ds dyiqtksaZ dks tksM+dj bls cuk;k FkkA ;g batu 180 ls 200 Vu feV~Vh ls ynh nks oSxuksa dks pkj ehy izfr?kaVs dh xfr ls vklkuh ls [khap ysrk FkkA dksVyh tks bl ugj ifj;kstuk ds funs’kd Fks] ogh bls #M+dh ysdj vk,

FksA bl batu dk uke mÙkj&if’pe izkar ¼,uMCY;wih½ ds rRdyhu ysf¶VusaV xouZj lj tsEl FkkWelu ¼1843 ls 1853 rd½ ds uke ij ^FkkWelu* j[kk x;k FkkA lj tsEl us #M+dh esa dkWyst vkWQ+ bathfu;fjax dh LFkkiuk dh FkhA bl dkWyst dks vc vkbZvkbZVh #M+dh ds uke ls tkuk tkrk gSA batu dk fMt+kbu MsfoM tkW; }kjk rS;kj fd;k x;k FkkA bl ij rRdkyhu xkf;dk tSuh fyaM dk uke Hkh vafdr gSA batu dh iqu% ejEer djds mls 2 tqykbZ] 2005 dks #M+dh jsyos LVs’ku ij ekWMy ds :i esa j[k fn;k x;k FkkA egÙoiw.kZ Hkwfedk fuHkkbZ fijk.k dfy;kj ls #M+dh ds chp pykbZ xbZ bl ekyxkM+h esa yxk, x, bl batu us ukS ekg rd egÙoiw.kZ Hkwfedk fuHkkbZ FkhA bl jsyxkM+h esa vkjaHk esa 2 oSxu yxk, tkrs FksA bl ekyxkM+h }kjk ;g 2-5 ehy dh nwjh iwjh djus esa 38 feuV dk le; yxrk FkkA ;g jsyxkM+h igys ukS ekg rks fcuk fdlh ijs’kkuh ds pyh fdarq 1852 esa batu dk CokWyj QVus ls blesa vkx yx xbZ FkhA bl dkj.k jsyxkM+h dh ;k=k ;gha ij can gks xbZA mYys[kuh; gS fd bl le; rd {ks= esa ugj dk dk;Z Hkh iwjk gks x;k Fkk vkSj 8 vizy S ] 1854 dks ;g ugj [kksy nh xbZ FkhA

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jkspd tkudkfj;ka

bu dykRed d<+kbZ dks ns[kdj yxrk gS ekuks fdlh dykdkj us dkx+t+ ij vius Hkko vfHkO;Dr dj fn, gksa

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".ko lekt dk vfr egÙoiw.kZ egkioZ txUukFk iqjh jFk&;k=k 25 twu ls vkjaHk gksdj 4 tqykbZ rd pysxkA /kkfeZd ekU;rk ds vuqlkj gekjs pkj/kke pkj ;qxksa esa foHkDr gSaA lr;qx esa cnzhukFk] =srk esa jkes’oje] }kij esa }kfjdk ,oa dy;qx esa ikou vkSj dY;k.kdkjh txUukFkiqjhA oSls txUukFkiqjh esa oS’kk[k ekl ds d`".k i{k dh r`rh;k ls T;s"B d`".k v"Veh rd 21 fnuksa dh panu ;k=k Hkh gksrh gSA fdarq vk"kk<+ ’kqDy f}rh;k ls ukS fnuksa rd pyus okyk jFk&;k=k :ih ioZ txUukFkiqjh dk iz/kku mRlo ekuk tkrk gSA jFk&;k=k esa lcls vkxs cyjke th dk jFk gksrk gSA bldh ÅapkbZ 44 QqV gksrh gSA blds ihNs lqHknzk dk 43 QqV Åapk jFk pyrk gSA lcls ihNs Hkxoku txUukFk dk jFk gksrk gS ftldh ÅapkbZ 45 QqV gksrh gSA HkDr jFk dks txUUkkFk iqjh eafnj ls [khaprs gq, nks fdyksehVj dh ;k=k dj x.knspk ¼xqaMhpk½ eafnj rd igqaprs gSaA izFke fnu rhuksa jFk txUukFk iqjh eafnj ls nwljs eafnj esa igqaprs gSa vkSj nwljs fnu Hkxoku dks jFk ls iwjs fof/k&fo/kku iwoZd mrkjdj bl eafnj esa yk;k tkrk gSA vxys lkr fnuksa rd Jh txUukFk th] cyHknz vkSj lqHknzk lax ;gha fuokl djrs gSaA J)kyqvksa dk tekoM+k yksd dFkkvksa ds vuqlkj bl eafnj esa dksbZ ewfrZ ugha gksrh vkSj o"kZ esa dsoy txUukFk ;k=k ds le; gh bl eafnj esa Hkxoku dh ewfrZ j[kh tkrh gSA bl Øe esa ;gka HkDrksa dks egkizlkn fn;k tkrk gS ftls xksiky Hkksx dgrs gSaA bl izlkn dks cukus okyk 94 |

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jlksbZ ?kj txUukFk eafnj dk lcls cM+k vkd"kZ.k dk dsanz gSA bl jlksbZ dks Hkkjr dh lcls cM+h jlksbZ gksus dk xkSjo izkIr gSA egkizlkn dks rS;kj djus esa izfrfnu 500 jlksb, vkSj muds 300 lg;ksxh dke djrs gSaA ;k=k dh okilh Hkxoku txUukFk dh vius tUe LFkku ls okilh dgykrh gSA jFk ls ca/kh jLlh dks [khapuk vFkok gkFk yxkuk vR;ar ’kqHk ekuk tkrk gSA LdUn iqjk.k ds vuqlkj tks O;fDr bl jFk ij LFkkfir Jhd`".k] cyHknz vkSj nsoh lqHknzk ds n’kZu dj mUgsa nf{k.k fn’kk dh vksj tkrs ns[k ikrk gS] mls eks{k dk vf/kdkj izkIr gksrk gSA ;g mRlo ,oa txUukFk iqjh eafnj oS".ko ijaijkvksa vkSj lar jkekuan ls tqM+k gSA jFk&;k=k egksRlo xkSM+h; oS".ko lekt ds fy, fo’ks"k gS] ftlds laLFkkid Jh pSrU; www.railbandhu.in

bu ckrksa dk j[ksa /;ku jFk&;k=k ds nkSjku iqjh dk ekSle vknzZrkiw.kZ gksrk gS rFkk HkhM+ vf/kd gksus ds dkj.k vdlj yksx ?kcjkgV eglwl djrs gSaA ,slh fLFkfr esa ftruk gks lds vR;f/kd ek=k esa ikuh dk lsou djsa vkSj vius lkFk i;kZIr ek=k esa ikuh Hkh j[ksaA vki pkgsa rks le;&le; ij uhcw ikuh Hkh ih ldrs gSaA blls jkgr feysxhA

txUukFk eafnj gh ,slk eafnj gS tgka b"Vnso dks ckgj yk;k tkrk gSA jFk&;k=k ls lkr fnu igys eafnj ds dikV can gks tkrs gSa egkizHkq FksA Jh pSrU; egkizHkq dks Jhd`".k dk vorkj ekuk tkrk gSA og dbZ o"kksZa rd iqjh esa jgs FksA lacaf/kr dFkk,a txUukFk iqjh jFk&;k=k ls lacaf/kr vusd dFkk,a izpfyr gSaA dqN /kkfeZd fo}ku bl ;k=k dk vkjaHk lr;qx ds nwljs pj.k ls crkrs gSaA okYehfd jkek;.k ds mÙkj dkaM esa ’yksd la[;k 108-30 esa crk;k x;k gS fd tc Jhjke bl yksd ls eqDr gks jgs Fks rc mUgksaus foHkh"k.k ls dgk fd esjs ckn rqe esjs Lo:i txUukFk dh mikluk djukA vU; dFkkvksa ds vuqlkj ,d ckj }kjdk esa d`".k dh jkfu;ksa us jksfg.kh ls fuosnu fd;k fd os mUgsa Hkxoku Jhd`".k dh cztyhyk] xksfi;ksa vkSj muds izse&izlaxksa ds fo"k; esa dqN crk,aA ’kq: esa jksfg.kh us Vkyuk pkgk ijarq jkfu;ksa ds vR;f/kd vkxzg djus ij mUgksaus d`".k yhyk lqukbZA mUgksaus nsoh lqHknzk dks Hkou ds }kj ij [kM+k jgus dk vkns’k fn;k vkSj dgk fd fdlh dks Hkh vanj u vkus nsaA mlh le; Jhd`".k vkSj cyHknz ogka vk x,A rc nsoh lqHknzk us jksfg.kh ds vkns’k dk ikyus djrs gq, mUgsa jksd fn;kA }kj ij [kM+s&[kM+s d`".k&cyHknz us cztyhyk o izse&izlax lqu fy;kA nso _f"k ukjn us Hkxoku ls fourh dh fd gs izHkq] vki blh izse :i esa fojkftr gksaA ukjn dh ckr ekurs gq, Hkxoku ;gka ds eafnj esa fojkteku gq,A ,d vkSj ikSjkf.kd ekU;rk ds vuqlkj nsoh lqHknzk us }kjdk uxjh ns[kus dh bPgk trkbZA rc Jhd`".k vkSj cyHknz lqHknzk dks vyx jFk esa cSBkdj vius jFkksa ds e/; esa mudk jFk djds mUgsa uxj n’kZu djkus ys x,A blh ?kVuk ds Lej.k esa oS".ko lekt izR;sd o"kZ bl jFk ;k=k dk HkO;rk iwoZd vk;kstu djrk gSA bfrgkldkjksa ds vuqlkj] gky gh esa izkIr rkez i=ksa ls ;g Kkr gqvk fd orZeku eafnj dk fuekZ.k dfyax ujs’k vuaroeZu pksMxax nso us djok;k FkkA mlds ckn 1174 bZloh esa vksfM’kk ds ’kkld vuax Hkhe nso us bl eafnj dks orZeku :i fn;k FkkA ,slh ekU;rk gS fd 12oha lnh ls gh txUukFkth dk ;g jFk&;k=k mRlo euk;k tkrk gSA lkFk gh txUukFk iqjh eafnj esa j[kh fnO; ewfrZ;ksa dh fo’ks"krk ;g gS fd bu ewfrZ;ksa ds iSj vkSj gkFk ugha gSaA ;s ewfrZ;ka ydM+h dh cuh gksrh gSa ftUgsa izR;sd 12 o"kZ i’pkr cny fn;k tkrk gSA - twu 2017 | 95

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fMr nhun;ky mik/;k; ,d fopkjd] vFkZ’kkL=h] lekt’kkL=h] bfrgkldkj vkSj i=dkj FksA mUgksua s jk"Vªh; Lo;alos d la?k ds fuekZ.k esa egÙoiw.kZ Hkkxhnkjh fuHkkbZ FkhA tula?k ds jk"Vªthou n’kZu ds fuekZrk nhun;kyth dk mn~n’s ; Lora=rk dh iqujZpuk ds iz;klksa ds fy, fo’kq) Hkkjrh; rÙo&n`f"V iznku djuk FkkA mUgksua s Hkkjr dh lukru fopkj/kkjk dks ;qxkuqdy w :i esa izLrqr djrs gq, ns’k dks ,dkRe ekuookn tSlh izxfr’khy fopkj/kkj nhA mUgsa tula?k dh vkfFkZd uhfr ds jpukdkj ds :i esa tkuk tkrk gSA mudk ekuuk Fkk fd vkfFkZd fodkl dk eq[; mn~n’s ; lkekU; ekuo dks lq[k nsuk gSA mik/;k;th dk tUe 25 flrEcj] 1916 esa eFkqjk ft+ys ds xkao uxyk panHz kku esa gqvk FkkA iafMrth ds firk Hkxorh izlkn jsyos esa lgk;d LVs'ku ekLVj Fks rFkk muds ukuk pqUuhyky 'kqDyk vkxjk ds fudV xqM+ dh eaMh esa LVs'ku ekLVj ds in ij dk;Zjr FksA fgrdkjh fopkj mik/;k;ths ds fopkj Fks fd Lokra=; ds bl ;qx esa ekuo dY;k.k ds fy, vusd fopkj/kkjkvksa dks iuius dk volj feyk gSA blesa lkE;okn] iwt a hokn] vaR;ksn;] loksnZ ; vkfn eq[; gSAa fdarq pjkpj txr dks larfq yr] LoLFk o lqna j cukdj ekuo dks iw.kZrk dh vksj ys tk ldus okyk ,dek= izØe lukru /keZ }kjk izfrikfnr thou&foKku] thou&dyk o thou&n’kZu gh gSA mik/;k;th ,d egku jk"Vª uk;d Hkh FksA mUgksua s xgu v/;;u vkSj eaFku ls jk"VªkRs Fkku ds fy, vkfFkZd O;oLFkk] lkekftd lejlrk] jktuhfrd ’kqfprk] jktuhfrd nyksa ds fy, e;kZnkvksa o yksdra= dh izdf` r rFkk fl)karksa ds ckjs esa tks fopkj izfrikfnr fd,] os jk"Vª thou dks orZeku fparuh; voLFkk ls mckjus ds fy, iwjh rjg ls dkjxj gSAa mudk ekuuk Fkk fd tks Hkh Hkkjr esa jgrk gS og Hkkjrh; gSA og pkgrs Fks fd ge lHkh ns'k ds izfr vius drZO; fuHkkrs jgsAa 96 |

- twu 2017

fdrus ;qok] fdrus lqanj] LoHkko ls gh Hkys] egku] fQ+j Hkh] vtkr’k=q--&ckbju loksiZ fj jk"Vª mUgksua s lexz :i ls ,dkar ekuorkokn ds fopkj dks izLrqr fd;k gS tks vkt ’kks/k dk fo"k; cuk gqvk gSA mudk thouea= Fkk fd lÙkk ns’k mRFkku dk ek/;e gS /;s; ughaA jktuSfrd thou&n’kZu fdl izdkj dk gksuk pkfg, ;g muds bl dFku ls mtkxj gksrk gS] ^^Hkkjr esa jgus okyk vkSj blds izfr eeRo dh Hkkouk j[kus okyk ekuo lewg ,d tu gSAa mudh thou iz.kkyh] dyk] lkfgR;] n’kZu lc Hkkjrh; laLd`fr gSA blfy, Hkkjrh; jk"Vªokn dk vk/kkj ;g laLd`fr gSA bl laLd`fr esa fu"Bk jgs rHkh Hkkjr ,dkRe jgsxkA** mUgksua s Li"V ’kCnksa esa dgk Fkk fd ^^Hkkjrh; laLd`fr dh igyh fo’ks"krk ;g gS fd og lai.w kZ thou dk] lEiw.kZ l`f"V dk ladfyr fopkj djrh gSA** Hkkjrh;rk ds leFkZd mik/;k;th dk lHkh /keksaZ esa iw.kZ fo’okl FkkA cgqe[q kh izfrHkk mik/;k;th i=dkj rks Fks gh og ,d fpard o ys[kd Hkh FksA mUgksua s y[kuÅ esa jk"Vª /keZ izdk’ku uked izdk’ku laLFkku dh LFkkiuk dhA mUgksua s ekfld if=dk ^jk"Vª /keZ]* lkIrkfgd lekpkj i= ^ikaptU;* rFkk nSfud lekpkj i= ^Lons’k* ’kq: fd;kA mUgksua s ukVd ^panx z Iq r ekS;*Z vkSj fganh esa ’kadjkpk;Z dh thouh fy[khA foy{k.k cqf)] ljy O;fDrRo ,oa usrR` o ds vufxur xq.kksa ds Lokeh Hkkjrh; jktuhfrd f{kfrt ds bl izdk’keku lw;Z us Hkkjro"kZ esa lerkewyd jktuhfrd fopkj/kkjk dk izpkj o izkRs lkgu djrs gq, dsoy 52 lky dh mez esa vius izk.k jk"Vª dks lefiZr dj fn,A www.railbandhu.in

jkspd tkudkfj;ka mik/;k;th dk ekuuk Fkk fd ^^gekjh jk"Vªh;rk dk vk/kkj Hkkjr ekrk gS] dsoy Hkkjr gh ughaA ekrk ’kCn gVk nhft, rks Hkkjr dsoy t+ehu dk VqdM+k ek= cudj jg tk,xkA** og dgrs Fks fd ^^nks /kksrh] nks dqrsZ rFkk nks oDr dk Hkkstu gh esjh t+:jr gSA blls vf/kd eq>s dqN ugha pkfg,A vxj eSa Hkh nwljksa dh Hkkafr vaxj{kd j[kwaxk rks turk dk izfrfuf/kRo dSls d:axkA**

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