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Vijayadashmi: Ravan effigy to be burnt at 35 locations across Noida amid tight security
Digital Desk | Noida, Oct 20 (IANS) Vijayadashmi will be celebrated with great enthusiasm in Uttar Pradesh's Noida on Tuesday as people gather to witness the 'Ravan Dahan', while some participate in the immersion of Goddess Durga idols. Vijayadashami, or Dussehra, is a festival symbolising the victory of truth over falsehood. On this occasion, Ravan effigies will be burnt at 35 locations across the city, while the Goddess Durga idol immersion will take place at approximately 200 sites. Anticipating large crowds during the festivities, the police and local administration have put comprehensive security arrangements in place. Approximately 2,200 police personnel, including 300 women officers, will be deployed to maintain law and order and ensure the safety of devotees. Additionally, the fire department has kept 26 fire tenders and around 250 firefighting personnel on standby to handle any emergencies. In light of the Dussehra celebrations and the immersion of Goddess Durga idols, the Noida Traffic Police has devised a special traffic diversion plan. Traffic arrangements on several city routes will be altered from 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday until late evening. According to the police, traffic on major routes will be regulated to manage expected crowds and increased volume of vehicles. Motorists are advised to check their intended routes before leaving home and plan their travel accordingly. Under the traffic diversion plan, the road leading from Rajnigandha towards Sector 12, Sector 22, and Sector 56, also known as Master Plan Road-1, is expected to experience heavy traffic pressure. Vehicle movement on this route is likely to be affected due to the Dussehra celebrations. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time when using this route and to opt for alternative paths if necessary. In view of the events scheduled around Noida Stadium in Sector 21, traffic arrangements on the roads surrounding the stadium will be modified. Additionally, traffic diversions will be implemented in the Sector 62 area as and when required. According to the police, these arrangements may remain in place until the crowds disperse following the 'Ravan Dahan' (effigy burning). The public is therefore urged to avoid taking vehicles unnecessarily into the vicinity of the event venues and to strictly follow the instructions of the traffic police. DCP (Traffic) Syed Ali Abbas stated that special arrangements have been made by the traffic police for the convenience of the public. A helpline number, 9971009001, has been issued to provide traffic-related information and assistance. Citizens may contact this number in the event of traffic congestion or any other traffic-related issues. The police have requested motorists to park their vehicles only in designated parking areas and to refrain from stopping or parking on the roads. Haphazard parking on the road obstructs traffic flow and can lead to congestion. Action may be taken against vehicles found in violation of these rules. The traffic police have also made provisions to remove vehicles parked on the roads using cranes, if necessary. Furthermore, the Fire Department has been placed on high alert to address any potential fire hazards or other emergencies during the Dussehra celebrations and the immersion of Durga idols. A total of 26 fire tenders and approximately 250 firefighting personnel will be deployed across the city to ensure an immediate response to any untoward incident. Special attention will also be given to security arrangements and crowd control at the event venues. The police and the administration have appealed to the public to celebrate Dussehra peacefully, disregard rumours, adhere to traffic regulations, and cooperate with police personnel. Officials have stated that all necessary measures have been taken to maintain security and traffic flow, ensuring that the public can celebrate Vijayadashami in a safe and convenient manner.
HC Stays Conviction Of BJP Worker For UP Polls
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Juyal help UP take control against Goa in Ranji Trophy
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Tread path of truth, righteousness, and welfare of all: CM Yogi extends Vijayadashami greetings
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday extended heartfelt greetings to the people and devotees on the occasion of Vijayadashami, highlighting the festivals message of truth, righteousness and the victory of good over evil. In a post on X, CM Yogi said the sacred festival serves as a reminder of the ideals and values embodied by Lord Shri Ram. He also emphasised the importance of giving up ego and negativity and following the path of righteousness and the welfare of all. Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state and devotees on the sacred festival of Vijayadashami, which reminds us of the ideals and life values of the epitome of propriety, Lord Shri Ram. This festival inspires us to renounce ego and negativity and to tread the path of truth, righteousness, and the welfare of all. May Lord Shri Ram bring happiness, peace, and prosperity to everyones life. Jai Shri Ram. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari also extended greetings to people on the auspicious occasion, highlighting the festivals message of righteousness and the triumph of good over evil. In a post on X, Gadkari said, Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on the auspicious occasion of the Mangal Parv Vijayadashami, which conveys the message of the victory of good over evil and righteousness over unrighteousness. May this sacred festival bring happiness, prosperity, and peace into everyones lives. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also conveyed her greetings, urging people to embrace the ideals of Lord Shri Ram in their daily lives. She stressed the importance of truth, compassion, righteousness and humility, while wishing happiness and prosperity for every household. In her post on X, Gupta said, Heartfelt greetings to all of you on the grand festival of Vijayadashami, celebrating the triumph of truth over falsehood, righteousness over unrighteousness, and virtue over arrogance. May the ideals of Lord Shri Ramhonor in the heart, compassion in actions, and righteousness in every resolve of liferemain enshrined within us. May this sacred festival bring the light of goodwill to every heart, prosperity and happiness to every home, and auspiciousness to every life. Jai Shri Ram, she added. Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. The festival is celebrated on the tenth day of Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Ashwin. This year, Dussehra is being celebrated on Tuesday, October 20. Dussehra represents the victory of good over evil. The festival marks Lord Ramas victory over Ravana and his reunion with Sita after rescuing her from captivity. Ravana Dahan, the burning of Ravanas effigy, is an important part of the celebrations.
Uttar Pradesh Textile and Garmenting Policy, 2022: Incentives, eligibility and implementation
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SP Legislator Accuses AIMIM of Dividing Anti-BJP Votes in Uttar Pradesh
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They bundled out for 164 in first-innings; hosts extend lead to 140 at stumps Panaji: Goa missed the opportunity to take a first-innings lead, folding for 164 before Uttar Pradesh reached 102 for four in their second innings on the second day of their Ranji Trophy Elite clash at Green Park Stadium on Monday. Resuming []
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The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Commissioner of Police, Agra, to ensure full security and protection for a petitioner and his two family members after he alleged that persons claiming to be contractors or builders involved in construction on the floodplain of the Khari River had threatened him and offered him money to withdraw his plea. The tribunal, while hearing the matter on October 16, directed that protection be provided in the interim upon the petitioner filing an appropriate application for police protection. The order was passed by a bench comprising NGT Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava and Expert Member Afroz Ahmad. The petitioner, Devashish Bhattacharya, has approached the tribunal raising concerns over alleged permanent construction on the floodplain of the Khari River in Uttar Pradesh. The tribunal had earlier, on August 21, issued notice in the matter and directed the authorities concerned to ensure that no illegal construction takes place alongsi...
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal on Monday alleged that Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, frequently travels abroad during major events in the country, describing his foreign visits as mysterious. Speaking to IANS, Khandelwal said, Whenever there is a major event in the country, Rahul Gandhi often travels abroad at such times. His foreign trips are largely mysterious. Since he is the Leader of the Opposition, it is his responsibility to tell the country where he has travelled over the past two to three years and whom he met during these visits. These are serious questions. Khandelwal further alleged that LoP Gandhi's actions were contradictory, as he spoke about organising protests in the country while travelling abroad. This clearly shows that his protest movement is completely fake and has no substance, the BJP MP claimed. Earlier in the day, BJP National Spokesperson, Pradeep Bhandari, also took a swipe at LoP Gandhi over his reported foreign trip, asking if he was going to meet his chaos collaborators and questioning his absence from India during the Navratri festivities. In a post on X, Bhandari alleged that LoP Gandhi was travelling abroad for a vacation and criticised him over what he described as a lack of focus on political responsibilities. Rahul Gandhi is back to doing what he does best: Taking a break and enjoying a holiday! Rahul Gandhi is reportedly travelling abroad for a vacation. Rahul Gandhi is not in India! During Navratri, what is Rahul Gandhi doing abroad? Enjoying a break, Meeting his chaos collaborators? A man who spends more time chilling than working - and then shouts, Vote Chori! Bhandari posted. Bhandaris remarks came amid continuing political exchanges between the BJP and the Congress, with leaders from both parties frequently targeting each other over public appearances, political activities and allegations concerning electoral processes. Separately, Uttar Pradesh Minister and Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief, Om Prakash Rajbhar also targeted LoP Gandhi on social media, referring to the traditional burning of Ravana effigies during Dussehra celebrations. In his post on X, Rajbhar wrote, Rahul Ji, I heard that you left for a foreign trip last night. Couldn't you witness the burning of your friend Ravana right before your eyes? The claims regarding LoP Gandhis travel were presented in the leaders posts. Neither post, by itself, establishes the details or purpose of his reported trip. The leaders' reactions came a day after LoP Gandhi accused the BJP leadership of orchestrating alleged electoral irregularities at a rally in Margao, Goa.
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