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Mayor Sunil Kothari inspects cleanliness in Jaipurs Walled City, emphasizing the need for effective waste management ahead of Diwali. Jaipur Mayor Sunil Kothari Takes to the Streets for Cleanliness Inspection
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New Delhi , October 2 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on the occasion of his 157th birth anniversary, as leaders and citizens across the country observed Gandhi Jayanti and remembered his message of peace, non-violence and cleanliness. PM Modi reached Rajghat and attended the Sarva-Dharma Prarthana held at Gandhi's samadhi to mark the birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri at Vijay Ghat on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also attended the Sarva-Dharma Prarthana at Rajghat and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. CM Gupta also paid tribute to former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri at Vijay Ghat. Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and Vice President CP Radhakrishnan also paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on the occasion. In Jaipur, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at the Rajasthan Secretariat. He also paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary. In Gurugram, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini participated in the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and appealed to people to keep the city clean. In Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, a Swachhathon 2026 event was organised on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva programme. On the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, President Droupadi Murmu paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and said his message of peace and non-violence holds vital relevance amid ongoing global conflicts. On behalf of all citizens, I pay my respectful tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, on his 157th birth anniversary, celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti, the President said in her message. According to a release, Murmu said Gandhi's life and ideals are widely respected by the global community and noted that an atmosphere of war and conflict prevails in many parts of the world, affecting all nations. In these circumstances, Mahatma Gandhi's message of peace and non-violence becomes even more relevant, she said. The President said India is advancing towards the national goal of becoming Viksit Bharat by 2047, with priority being given to the values of empathy and inclusion to ensure that no citizen is deprived of the benefits of development. She said the vision reflects the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi's ideal of 'Sarvodaya', based on the principle of the welfare and upliftment of all. On the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, let us reaffirm our commitment to building an empowered, developed and Atmanirbhar Bharat through our ethical conduct and active participation, Murmu said. Meanwhile, Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy called for a nationwide 30-day cleanliness drive from Gandhi Jayanti on October 2 to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary on October 31. Speaking to the media, Reddy urged citizens, government and private institutions, educational establishments, NGOs and other organisations to participate in the cleanliness campaign. From Gandhi Jayanti to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary, which is coming up on October 31st, for almost 30 days, everyone should take up this Swachh Bharat campaign program across the country, and an appeal has been made for everyone in the country to become participants, Reddy said. Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat. Gandhi Jayanti is observed annually on his birth anniversary. October 2 is also observed as the International Day of Non-Violence after the United Nations designated the day to spread the message of non-violence associated with Gandhi's philosophy. India is also observing the 122nd birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on October 2. Born on October 2, 1904, in Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh, Shastri served as the Prime Minister of India from 1964 to 1966. He is remembered for the slogan Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan and for his contributions during the 1965 India-Pakistan war, as well as his emphasis on self-reliance and support for the agricultural sector.
Jaipur Mayor Sunil Kothari hits streets at night, sweeps road during sanitation check
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 2 (IANS) Since taking charge as Mayor of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation, Sunil Kothari has stepped up field inspections of civic services. He conducted a reality check of sanitation arrangements in Jaipur's Walled City on Thursday night, and after spotting garbage on the road, picked up a broom and swept the street himself. The inspection began near the Hanuman Temple at Sanganeri Gate. Jaipur MP Manju Sharma accompanied the Mayor, along with Councilor Anuradha Maheshwari, Deputy Commissioner Balram Meena, municipal officials and other public representatives. Kothari inspected sanitation arrangements in major markets of the Walled City after the day's commercial activity had ended. He reviewed garbage accumulation, the deployment of sanitation workers, the availability of cleaning equipment and the waste collection process. When garbage was found on the road during the inspection, the Mayor personally picked up a broom and began sweeping. The move highlighted the need for sanitation arrangements to work effectively at the ground level, particularly in busy commercial areas. Kothari said special sanitation measures were being planned in Jaipur ahead of October 2 and that he was personally reviewing the night cleaning operations. I am personally assessing the night-time sanitation operations, the Mayor said, adding that understanding the challenges faced by sanitation workers on the ground is essential to improving the system. He said officials are examining the deployment of workers, the availability of resources and the process of collecting garbage after markets close. Based on the findings, necessary changes will be made to improve the effectiveness of sanitation operations. The Walled City is one of Jaipur's major commercial and tourism areas, where large quantities of waste can accumulate after markets shut for the day. Timely collection of garbage, cleaning outside shops and deployment of sanitation workers are therefore key challenges for the civic administration. The late-night inspection was aimed at assessing whether the sanitation system planned by the Municipal Corporation is functioning effectively on the ground. Kothari said the approach ahead of Deepotsav is to ensure that Jaipur remains clean and attractive while the city is illuminated for the Diwali festival. The inspection provided an on-ground assessment of sanitation arrangements in some of the Walled City's major markets and areas where waste accumulates after business hours. During the inspection, Kothari also spoke about Jaipur's heritage identity and its UNESCO World Heritage status. He said discussions are being held with officials on issues related to the city's heritage and that effective measures would be taken to address them. Kothari also said Jaipur's UNESCO heritage status would not be allowed to be lost. The late-night inspection comes as the Municipal Corporation faces the dual challenge of improving sanitation in the densely populated Walled City while protecting Jaipur's historic character. The impact of the Mayor's field inspections will ultimately depend on how effectively the issues identified during such visits are translated into changes in sanitation operations on the ground.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 1 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday said that an empowered and compassionate society can be built only through the participation and collective contribution of all generations. He said that while the youth bring fresh energy and new ideas, the older generation possesses valuable experience and a deep understanding of life. When the energy of youth and the wisdom of senior citizens come together, social progress and national strength are further enhanced, he said. Addressing senior citizens at his official residence on the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons, the Chief Minister said older people have witnessed unprecedented changes over the past 75 to 80 years in almost every sphere of life, including science and technology, development, food habits, clothing, social life and cultural values. He emphasised that the younger generation should learn from senior citizens' experiences and understand the struggles and lessons of the past. Their lives, he said, are repositories of stories of struggle, achievement, decision-making in difficult circumstances and wisdom that can guide future generations. The Chief Minister said serving the elderly is among the highest forms of service and urged young people to care for their parents and senior citizens, noting that their blessings are invaluable. Sharma said the state government is implementing various social security schemes to ensure the safety, dignity and self-reliance of senior citizens. The state distributes more than Rs 1,100 crore every month in social security pensions to about 9.1 million beneficiaries across the state. He said 53 nursing homes and seven Sant Shravan Kumar Kalyan Seva Ashrams are operating to provide medical care, education, and other essential facilities to senior citizens. In addition, 36 Chief Minister Rehabilitation Homes and 17 Swayamsiddha Ashrams are being run to protect and support the social well-being of older people. Under the Ramashray Yojana, the government has established 61 Ramashray wards in 61 district hospitals across the state to provide healthcare services to senior citizens. Under the Senior Citizen Pilgrimage Scheme, the government has so far facilitated pilgrimages for 1.12 lakh senior citizens. The Chief Minister also said senior citizens aged 60 to 80 years receive a 50 per cent concession on fares in state transport buses, while those aged 80 years and above get free travel. During the programme, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma transferred Rs 684.21 crore through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to 50,94,831 beneficiaries of the old-age pension scheme under the social security pension programme. On the occasion, the Chief Minister interacted directly with beneficiaries from various districts and listened to their experiences. Senior citizens who have made notable contributions to social service were honoured with shawls, shriphal and certificates of appreciation. Assistive devices were also distributed among beneficiaries. Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Avinash Gehlot said that on the International Day of Older Persons, the state government honoured individuals and organisations across Rajasthan for their notable contributions in various fields through district-level programmes. He said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, the state government is working to provide a dignified life, social security, and equal opportunities to uplift deprived and needy sections of society. Additional Chief Secretary (Social Justice and Empowerment) Dinesh Kumar and Principal Secretary (Medical and Health) Gayatri Rathore, along with other senior officials, attended the program. Senior citizens from districts across the state also participated through video conferencing.
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Rajasthan panchayat polls: BJP, Congress recalibrating strategies after civic election lessons
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 30 (IANS) After the civic body elections, the BJP and Congress are now recalibrating their strategies for the upcoming Panchayat polls in Rajasthan. For the BJP, the focus is on improving vote share and plugging organisational gaps, despite the party forming boards in around two-thirds of the state's civic bodies. The party organisation has intensified its grassroots preparations, with a focus on booth management, local caste equations, candidate selection and coordination between the government and the organisation. For the Congress, the challenge extends beyond winning seats to converting electoral gains into control of Panchayat Samitis and Zila Parishads. The party is reviewing the factionalism, ticket disputes and floor-management issues that affected board formation in several civic bodies. It is now weighing greater state-level intervention in candidate selection and post-election management, along with a wider network of observers, to keep its elected members together and prevent internal divisions from undermining its prospects in the Panchayat polls. For the BJP, the immediate focus is not just on the number of urban local bodies where it managed to form boards, but also on its vote share and the organisational gaps exposed during the civic elections. Despite securing boards in around two-thirds of the state's civic bodies, the party's central leadership is reviewing areas where its electoral performance fell short of expectations. The BJP has consequently intensified preparations at the grassroots level, with particular attention to booth management, local caste equations, candidate selection and coordination between the government and the party organisation. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has emerged as an active part of this organisational exercise. During his recent district tours, Sharma has combined government programmes with meetings involving party workers and local leaders. Feedback on Panchayat election preparations, possible candidates and booth-level mobilisation is being gathered during these interactions. State BJP president Madan Rathore has also increased his organisational outreach, including engagement with younger sections of the electorate. The Panchayat elections are expected to put the BJP's rural organisational network to another test. The party's strategy involves leveraging the government's development and welfare initiatives while simultaneously strengthening its booth-level machinery. Recently, BJP National General Secretary and Rajasthan State In-charge Sanjay Bhatia held an organisational meeting at the party's state office with state office-bearers, district presidents and in-charges of various organisational wings and departments. The meeting was Bhatia's first organisational review since taking charge as the party's Rajasthan in-charge. Addressing party leaders, he attributed the results of the recent local body elections to the hard work of BJP workers and the performance of the party-led government. Bhatia said the party's strategy for the upcoming Panchayat elections should build on the coordination between the government and the organisation demonstrated during the local body polls. He stressed the need to replicate this organisational synergy at the grassroots level. Now, the challenge is to translate government schemes and the party's organisational presence into support at the grassroots, where local issues, caste combinations and candidate equations can significantly influence electoral outcomes. Sharma's recent tour schedule reflects the BJP's effort to intensify organisational engagement. He visited Pratapgarh and Udaipur on September 26, Sri Ganganagar and Suratgarh on September 27, followed by Alwar-Khairthal Tijara, Kota-Jhalawar and Kishangarh. His upcoming visits to Barmer, Jodhpur and Pali are also expected to include organisational meetings. The Congress, meanwhile, is drawing lessons from the difficulties it faced while forming boards in several urban local bodies. Although the party had a substantial number of councillors in several civic bodies, it was unable to translate that strength into board formation everywhere. The issue of floor management has therefore emerged as a key concern for the party ahead of the Panchayat elections. The Congress is now considering greater involvement of the state organisation in the electoral process, including ticket distribution and the subsequent formation of Panchayat Samitis and Zila Parishads. The debate within the party centres on how much control should remain with district-level leadership and how much coordination should come from the state organisation. The Congress's experience in the civic elections has also raised concerns over factionalism and coordination among local leaders. Ticket-related disputes surfaced in several districts, while cross-voting was reported during the formation of some boards. Against this backdrop, the party is examining whether greater state-level supervision could help prevent similar problems during the Panchayat elections. The political challenge for the Congress will extend beyond winning individual seats. The party will also need to maintain cohesion among its elected members to secure control of Panchayat Samitis and Zila Parishads. As part of its preparations, the Congress is considering deploying observers not only at the Assembly constituency level but also at the Panchayat Samiti level. The proposal is aimed at strengthening coordination between the state organisation and local units, particularly during candidate selection and the post-election process of forming Panchayat bodies. Swarnim Chaturvedi, Media Chairperson of the Rajasthan Congress, said the party is considering appointing observers at the Panchayat Samiti level in addition to Assembly constituencies. With both parties now recalibrating their organisational strategies, the Panchayat elections are set to become a test of their grassroots networks, candidate management and ability to keep local factions aligned through the electoral and board-formation processes.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 30 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma will visit Barmer on Wednesday, where he is scheduled to address a public meeting in Bacchdau village, Barmer district, and also gift development projects worth approximately Rs 2,700 crore to eight districts of the Jodhpur division. The administration has finalised all preparations, including the setup of a grand marquee (pandal). The officials, including Barmer Collector Chinmayi Gopal and SP Chunaram Jat, inspected the preparations on Tuesday. The Chief Minister is visiting Barmer after about seven months; he had previously visited Gudamalani in February for the consecration ceremony of the Alamji Temple. He will announce various development projects for the eight districts of the Jodhpur division, including Barmer, Balotra, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Jalore, Pali, Sirohi, and Phalodi. These comprise 1,013 development projects worth around Rs 2,700 crore, with approximately 1,000 of these projects located in the Barmer district alone. Foundation stones will be laid for projects linked to budget announcements. Additionally, the Chief Minister will inaugurate completed works related to roads, water supply, electricity, and government buildings. During the meeting at Bacchdau, he will unveil plaques for these projects virtually. As part of the Chief Minister's proposed visit, foundation stones will be laid for 16 Public Works Department (PWD) projects costing Rs 129 crore. The majority of these projects involve road construction. The 16 projects include road widening from Sanavada to Dharmpura Mehlu (NH-68) costing Rs 21 crore; Bacchdau to Chauhtan via Leelsar (Rs 12 crore); Udasar to Nokhda (Rs 20 crore); NH-68 to Harchand ki Pyau via St. Paul School and NH-68 to Bhagwati Green Township (Rs 11 crore); NH-68 Baldev Nagar to the 'Yellow Water Tank' (Rs 3.50 crore); Shiv to Kotra (Rs 4 crore); and Kawas-Bhimda and Batadu-Undu (Rs 8.40 crore). Bacchdau in Barmer district was selected for the Chief Minister's rally. A key reason for this choice is that Bacchdau serves as the central point for three Assembly constituencies. Additionally, three newly created Panchayat Samitis are located within a radius of just 8-10 km from this village. The BJP aims to secure a massive majority and form its administration in the villages during the upcoming Panchayati Raj elections. To this end, a crowd of 12,000 people has been mobilised for the rally from several Assembly constituencies, including Chauhtan, Shiv, Barmer, Gudamalani, and Baytu. As per the scheduled programme, the visit will begin with departure from Jaipur Airport at 10:30 a.m. The delegation is scheduled to arrive at Uttarlai Airport in Barmer at 11:30 a.m. and then proceed to Bacchdau. At noon, the programme will begin at the sports ground of the Government Senior Secondary School in Bacchdau. From noon to 1 p.m., foundation stones will be laid, and development works will be inaugurated across various districts of the Jodhpur division, followed by a public meeting. From 1 pm to 2 pm, an interaction with party workers from Jaisalmer, Barmer and Balotra districts is scheduled at the same venue. At 2 pm, the delegation will leave Bacchdau and proceed to Sumerpur in Pali district. It is scheduled to arrive at the Sumerpur helipad at 3 pm and reach the Town Hall at 3:10 pm. From 3:10 pm to 5:10 pm, an interaction with party workers from Pali, Jalore and Sirohi districts will be held at the Town Hall, Sumerpur. The delegation will then leave Sumerpur at 5:10 p.m. and proceed to Jodhpur. It is scheduled to reach Jodhpur Airport at 5:55 p.m. and then proceed to the Marwar International Centre. From 6:10 p.m. to 7:40 p.m., an interaction with party workers from Jodhpur and Phalodi districts will be held at the Marwar International Centre. The visit will conclude with departure from Jodhpur Airport at 7:55 p.m. His arrival at Jaipur Airport is scheduled for 8:40 p.m. The Chief Minister's visit is being viewed as the BJP's bugle call for the upcoming Panchayati Raj elections. Through a single public meeting, the CM will convey a direct message to rural voters across the Barmer, Chauhtan, Gudamalani, Shiv, and Baytu assembly constituencies. The government intends to strengthen its vision among voters in the new Panchayat Samitis. By laying foundation stones for projects announced in the budget, the CM aims to reassure voters in villages and hamlets that government schemes are being effectively implemented on the ground.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 29 (IANS) The Rajasthan High Court has expressed serious concern over the threat to the UNESCO World Heritage status of Jaipurs Walled City (Char Diwari). Taking suo motu cognisance of the issue, Justice Pramil Kumar Mathur directed that the matter be placed before the Chief Justice for registration as a Public Interest Litigation (PIL). The Court noted that four World Heritage Sites across the world have already lost their UNESCO status and warned that Jaipur could become the fifth if timely corrective measures are not taken. It observed that the UNESCO World Heritage Committee had previously raised concerns over the demolition of historic buildings within Jaipurs Walled City and the inadequate implementation of heritage conservation regulations. According to the Court, UNESCO had raised concerns as early as 2023. It observed that effective measures had not been taken and said that corrective action would be necessary before December 2026 to prevent any threat to Jaipurs World Heritage status. In its order, the Court said illegal construction, unauthorised alterations and widespread encroachments in the core and buffer zones of the Walled City posed a serious threat to its heritage character. The Court noted that several buildings had allegedly been altered or demolished in violation of the Heritage Conservation and Protection Regulations, 2020, which were framed to safeguard historic structures. The Court also questioned the functioning of officials of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation and Jaipur Development Authority (JDA), observing that the agencies had failed to effectively implement applicable laws and policies. It further expressed concern over the lack of coordination among government departments, describing the situation as reflecting systemic apathy and negligence. The Court observed that traditional havelis and other heritage structures were gradually disappearing and being replaced by modern buildings that did not harmonise with the historical character of the Walled City. The order also highlighted other issues affecting the heritage character of the area, including tangled networks of overhead wires visible at several locations within the Walled City. The High Court has directed the Jaipur Development Authority and the Municipal Corporation to conduct a survey of illegal constructions and encroachments in the Walled City and submit a report within two weeks. The Court has also sought affidavits addressing 11 specific points within four weeks from senior officials, including the Chief Secretary, Principal Secretary of the Urban Development and Housing Department, Director of the Local Self-Government Department, Director of the Archaeology Department, Additional Chief Secretary of the Tourism Department and Secretary of the Devasthan Department.
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