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The Hindu
11-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Governor has powers to appoint Vice-Chancellors to State universities, says C.P. Radhakrishnan
TIRUNELVELI The Governors who had been guaranteed with certain powers as per the Indian Constitution and the Supreme Court ruling had powers to appoint Vice-Chancellors to State universities, Governor of Maharashtra C.P. Radhakrishnan said. During an informal chat with reporters here on Friday, Mr. Radhakrishnan, after garlanding the statue of martyr Azhagumuthu Kone in Palayamkottai, said the Constitution had guaranteed certain powers to the Governor and the Chief Minister. The Governor, the first citizen of the State, should be given the due respect for the position he was occupying. While the Chief Minister had been given a lot of rights, the Governor had also been bestowed with a some powers by the Constitution. If the Chief Minister exercised his powers rightly, the State would stand to benefit a lot. The Chief Ministers should not intrude into the few powers of the Governors and try to snatch them away, he said. Mr. Radhakrishnan said the Governor had the powers to appoint the Vice-Chancellors of the State universities as per the Supreme Court verdict in a case represented by the Government of Kerala. Since the Tamil Nadu Government was attempting to violate this ruling, the Governor was trying to prevent it. On Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's recent observation that the youth should not follow 'Godse's path', he said no one should support violence and extremism. 'If that is the point [of the Chief Minister], why did he hug the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case convict?,' he asked. After participating in the consecration of Sri Durgai Amman Temple at Nadukkallur near here, Mr. Radhakrishnan inaugurated two classrooms built at a cost of ₹50 lakh in Manonmaniam Sundaranar University with Tirunelveli MLA Nainar Nagenthiran's constituency development fund.
Hans India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Maharashtra stands as vibrant heart of India's economic aspirations: Guv Radhakrishnan
Mumbai: Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan said on Wednesday that the state proudly stands as India's largest economic engine, contributing more than 14 per cent to the national GDP and ranking among the leading industrial states of the country. Maharashtra stands as the vibrant heart of India's economic aspirations, he noted. Maharashtra consistently attracts the highest share of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country, he said. "In 2024-25, Maharashtra secured a remarkable 40 per cent of India's total FDI which amounted to Rs 1.64 lakh crore. The World Economic Forum in Davos 2025 resulted in MoUs worth nearly Rs 15.72 lakh crore in potential investments. These investments are projected to generate more than 15 lakh new employment opportunities across the state." "The global investor confidence reflects our stable policy environment, world-class infrastructure, and immense growth potential. Our economy, now valued at an impressive $530 billion, is firmly set on an ambitious path to reach the $5 trillion mark by 2047. This bold vision aligns seamlessly with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's goal of a $30 trillion economy for Viksit Bharat 2047. I have no doubt in my mind that Maharashtra will play a leading role in achieving this goal," said the Governor in his address at the Maharashtra Industry Dialogue 2025 organised by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation. The Governor said that Maharashtra is emerging as the start up capital of India and the state has India's largest pool of skilled talent. "In my capacity as Chancellor of 29 state-funded universities, I am actively encouraging our universities to go for international collaboration, industry partnership and promoting apprenticeships. I have also asked universities to offer short-term programmes in foreign languages such as German, Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, Italian and others. Knowledge of foreign languages will give our youths an advantage in the employment market," he added. "Rightly regarded as the Gateway of India, Maharashtra serves as India's primary gateway to global commerce and a key hub for seamless trade. The completion of the Deep Water Port at Vadhavan and the International Airport at Navi Mumbai are going to transform the state like never before," the Governor said. According to the Governor, the foundation of Maharashtra's industrial strength lies in our robust MSME sector. "Home to more than 82.63 lakh registered MSMEs -- the largest in India -- this sector is a critical driver of grassroots economic activity and employment generation," he noted. He said that the state government has launched the Maharashtra Technical Textiles Mission -- making Maharashtra the first state in India to align with the Centre's National Technical Textiles Mission. "My government is set to implement the new Maharashtra Electric Vehicle Policy from April 1, 2025, which is aimed at promoting eco-friendly transportation and reducing our carbon footprint. Our goal is clear -- to create an ecosystem where businesses thrive, doing business is easy, innovation flourishes, and every citizen has the opportunity to participate in and benefit from Maharashtra's economic ascent," the Governor added.
The Hindu
14-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Druxit anti-drug awareness conclave held
Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan on Saturday inaugurated Druxit, an anti-drug awareness conclave organised by the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church in Kottayam. Addressing the gathering, the Governor emphasised the need to raise awareness among younger generations about the dangers of drug abuse. He urged citizens to treat the fight against drug addiction as a national mission. The event was presided over by Baselios Marthoma Mathews III, Catholicos of the East. In his address, the Catholicos announced plans to set up a Wellness Park on a 14-acre property near Kottayam town as part of the Church's commitment to holistic health. He also reaffirmed the Church's readiness to support those seeking to overcome addiction. Several other religious and political leaders extended their support to the initiative. Speakers included Joseph Mar Barnabas, Suffragan Metropolitan of the Nilackal diocese, Mar Thoma Syrian Church; Mar Jacob Muricken, former Auxiliary Bishop of Pala, Syro-Malabar Church; Malayil Sabu Koshi Cherian, Bishop of the CSI Madhya Kerala diocese; Shafiq Mannani, Chief Imam, Thazhathangadi Juma Masjid; and Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan, MLA. Metropolitan Geevarghese Mar Coorilos, president of the Orthodox Church's Human Empowerment Department, welcomed the gathering. Filmmaker Blessy inaugurated the first session of the event while Divya S. Iyer, managing director of Vizhinjam International Seaport, delivered the keynote address. The summit saw the participation of the clergy, representatives from various faith-based organisations, teachers, students and members of the public.
The Hindu
11-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Orthodox Church to hold ‘Druxit' against drug abuse
Aimed at countering the rising menace of drug and narcotic use among youths, the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church will conduct a conference, 'Druxit,' at Devalokam here on July 14 . Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan will inaugurate the event at a function to be presided over by Church head Baselios Mar Thoma Mathews III. Dignitaries including Mar Thoma Syrian Church Nilackal diocese Bishop Joseph Mar Barnabas, CSI Madhya Kerala diocese bishop Malayil Sabu Koshy Cherian, Sri Narayana Dharma Sangham Corporate Manager Swami Vishalananda and Chief Imam of Kottayam Thazhathangadi Juma Masjid Shafiq Mannani will address the gathering. Film maker Blessy will inaugurate the first session while Divya S. Iyer, Managing Director of the Vizhinjam port, will deliver the keynote address. Other speakers of the event include educationist Ruble Raj, social activist C. Mamachan and Varghese P. Punnoose of Kottayam Government Medical College. As a curtain-raiser to the event, the Church also plans to hold anti-drug flash mobs in Kottayam town in the coming days.
The Hindu
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Pollachi train passengers highlight various demands
The Pollachi Train Passengers Welfare Association has submitted a petition to the Railway Board and the Governor of Maharashtra, C.P. Radhakrishnan, pressing for the fulfilment of five vital demands concerning the Pollachi-Coimbatore and Palakkad-Pollachi-Dindigul sections of the Southern Railway. Association president S. Balakrishnan emphasised that the Pollachi Junction serves four taluks- Pollachi, Kinathukadavu, Anaimalai and Valparai, and was in urgent need of improved rail connectivity for the benefit of tourists, pilgrims, professionals, students, and traders. The association has called for the extension of the Bengaluru-Coimbatore Uday Express (Train Nos.: 22665/22666) to Pollachi and Kinathukadavu to benefit the large number of IT and private sector professionals from Pollachi and nearby regions who frequently travel to Bengaluru. It also sought the extension of the Ernakulam-Palakkad MEMU (Train Nos.: 66610/66609) to Pollachi via Anaimalai Road, which would greatly benefit students, employees, and tourists. The association has also proposed to the authorities, the introduction of a direct overnight train from Pollachi to Chennai Central via Kinathukadavu, Erode, and Katpadi that departs from Pollachi Jn. at 9 p.m., instead of the existing Palakkad-MGR Central daily express that departs from Pollachi Jn. at 5.20 p.m. It highlighted the need for a direct Tirunelveli-Mumbai (Dadar) Express via Palani, Pollachi, Kozhikode, Mangaluru, and Madgaon (Goa) to improve connectivity to Udupi, Goa and Mumbai, benefitting pilgrims, tourists and businessmen. It also suggested increasing the frequency of the existing Tirunelveli- Mumbai Dadar Express (Train Nos.: 22630/22629). Finally, the association has demanded an increase in the number of coaches in the Tiruchendur-Palakkad unreserved express (Train Nos.: 16731/16732) which currently has only 12 coaches. Citing daily overcrowding, the association has requested four additional unreserved and two to three reserved coaches, especially to serve the elderly, women, and children. Despite repeated petitions over the past seven years, the association noted that there had been no positive response and appealed for immediate action.
