CMC organises celebrations for slum kids
Cuttack: Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) organised a special Raja celebration for underprivileged children at Vikash Bhawan on Friday. The event, which celebrates womanhood, saw participation from 130 children under the age of 15 from 15 different slums.
The celebration included swinging on swings, games, and music. "We wanted every child, regardless of background, to be part of this joy," said CMC assistant commissioner Swati Mishra.
The participants were gifted new dresses, cosmetics and gift coupons. Adding to the festivities, women SHGs set up food stalls serving traditional delicacies like pitha and dahibara, promoting local cuisine while supporting women's entrepreneurship.
A highlight of the celebration was a special mehendi session. More than 50 CMC workers coordinated the event, ensuring smooth management and a joyful experience. "I loved the mehendi and my new dress. I have never celebrated Raja like this before. It was the best day," said eight-year-old Sanjana from Nimpur slum, reflecting the impact of the initiative on the young participants. Some children presented a cultural programme.
The event successfully combined cultural celebration with community outreach, marking a significant effort by CMC to make traditional festivals inclusive for all sections of society.
Follow more information on
Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here
. Get
real-time live updates
on rescue operations and check
full list of passengers onboard AI 171
.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
News18
17 hours ago
- News18
Air India Crash: Sabotage Angle Not Ruled Out, Probe Report In 3 Months, Says Union Minister
Last Updated: Speaking on the cause of the crash, the minister called it a 'rare case,' referring to reports that both engines had failed simultaneously. A possible sabotage is among the key angles being examined in the Air India plane crash that killed 274 people in Ahmedabad last month, Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol said on Sunday. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is leading a thorough probe into the crash of flight AI 171, with all potential causes under scrutiny. 'It is being probed from all angles, including any possible sabotage," Mohol was quoted as saying by NDTV. He added that CCTV footage is under review and multiple agencies are involved in the investigation. The crash occurred on June 12, when Air India's London-bound Boeing Dreamliner 787-8 (flight AI 171) plunged into a residential area just moments after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The aircraft, carrying 242 people, lost altitude shortly after takeoff at around 1:30 PM, crashing into the BJ Medical College residential quarters in Meghaninagar and bursting into flames. Only one person survived, while nine individuals on the ground also lost their lives. A distress 'Mayday' call was issued by the pilot soon after takeoff, according to air traffic control officials. 'Rare Case, Probe Report In 3 Months' Speaking on the cause of the crash, Mohol called it a 'rare case," referring to reports that both engines had failed simultaneously. 'It has never happened that both engines shut down together," he said, noting that the black box, which includes the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (FDR), will provide crucial answers. 'Once the report comes, we will be able to ascertain if it was an engine problem, fuel supply issue, or something else. It is too early to say anything definitively, but everything will come out. The report is expected within three months," he added. Rejecting reports that the black box would be sent abroad for analysis, Mohol clarified that it remains in the custody of the AAIB. 'It will not go anywhere. We will conduct the entire investigation here," he said. In response to safety concerns post-crash, the aviation minister reassured the public, stating that all 33 Boeing Dreamliners in Air India's fleet have undergone inspection by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). 'Everything was found safe. People are no longer scared and are travelling comfortably," he said. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: June 29, 2025, 15:50 IST
Hindustan Times
21 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
‘Possible sabotage' under investigation in Air India plane crash: Report
As the investigation into the Air India plane crash continues, minister of state (MoS) for civil aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, has stated that 'possible sabotage' is one of the angles being examined. The civil aviation minister's remarks come after the AAIB started its probe and analysis into the black box data of Air India flight 171. Doctors on Saturday said around 270 bodies have been brought to the hospital from the air crash site so far. (PTI) Air India Flight AI-171 crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad on June 12, killing 241 out of 242 people onboard. The incident also marked the first fatal accident of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), India's top agency for aviation crash investigations, is leading the probe. Officials had earlier said that the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) and flight data recorder (FDR)—also known as black boxes—were recovered from the site and sent to Delhi for analysis. 'The AAIB has begun a full investigation into it... It is being probed from all angles, including any possible sabotage. The CCTV footage are being reviewed and all angles are being assessed... several agencies are working on it,' NDTV quoted Murlidhar Mohol as saying at an event in Pune. Also Read | HT explains: How compensation is determined for air crash victims The AAIB has formed a multidisciplinary investigation team on June 13. The team includes Indian and foreign experts—technical personnel, a specialist in aviation medicine, and an air traffic control officer—as per international rules set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The government said analysis of the black box data is ongoing. Investigators are trying to reconstruct the sequence of events leading up to the crash and identify what may have caused it. Also Read | What could have led to fatal Air India Ahmedabad crash: Possible scenarios as per experts What are other possible angles in Air India crash? Investigators are examining multiple possibilities behind the Air India Flight 171 crash, including a sudden power loss or engine failure, system malfunction, and human error. Experts say only a thorough analysis of black box data will confirm what caused the June 12 crash. 'A B787 aircraft has extremely powerful engines. It is hard to guess what went wrong. It looks like the pilot could not get adequate thrust and realised the issue immediately after take-off,' said aviation safety expert Amit Singh. Officials confirmed that a Mayday call was made by the pilots shortly after takeoff, pointing to an in-flight emergency. Also Read | Air India crash: Black box flown to Delhi, decoding process underway According to unnamed sources cited in a Reuters report, the probe is also looking at engine thrust, flap settings, and the unusual case of the landing gear staying extended. Maintenance records and crew actions are under review, while a bird-hit has been ruled out. The investigation team is also assessing airport surveillance footage, radio communication, and environmental conditions at the time of takeoff. Black box decoding underway According to the government, the process of data extraction from the black boxes was started on June 24 with a team of Indian and US experts, including members from the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB. 'The Crash Protection Module (CPM) from the front black box was safely retrieved, and on 25 June 2025, the memory module was successfully accessed and its data downloaded at the AAIB lab,' the civil aviation ministry said in a recent statement. Air India crash: Final death toll stands at 260, all victims identified The final death toll in the Air India Flight 171 crash has been confirmed at 260, Gujarat officials said on Saturday—lower than initial estimates of 270. The toll includes 241 people on board and 19 on the ground. 'The plane crash death toll stands at 260... All bodies have been recovered and identified, with the mortal remains of all of them handed over to their families,' Dhananjay Dwivedi, additional chief secretary of health and family welfare told HT.
New Indian Express
a day ago
- New Indian Express
CMC to plant 1.5 lakh saplings in July first week in Odisha
CUTTACK: In a bid to improve the ecological biodiversity of the city, the Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) has decided to plant around 1.5 lakh saplings during observation of Van Mahotsav Week during July first week. As per the decision taken by the civic body in a meeting recently, it will procure around one lakh saplings from the Forest department and the remaining 50,000 comprising different varieties of fruit-bearing trees including mango, guava, banyan and amla, will be given by the Horticulture department. CMC mayor Subhas Singh said the corporation will also involve school and college students, puja committees and different non-government organisations (NGOs) in the plantation drive. 'Apart from parks, school and college premises, and open spaces in the city, the plantation drive will this year also be undertaken on three acre land at Mahanadi's Bhuasuni Patha. The saplings, after being planted will be taken care of by the Forest department for around three years. Tree guards will also be deployed to take care of the plants. We have also planned to conduct awareness programmes to sensitise residents on environmental pollution and global warming,' Singh added.
