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Hans India
a day ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Bihar JDU MLA raises concern over ‘removal' of migrant workers' name from electoral rolls
Patna: The special voter list revision being conducted by the Election Commission ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections has triggered a political uproar, with the opposition staging protests inside and outside the Assembly, alleging a conspiracy to remove the names of the poor and people from specific caste communities to benefit the ruling party. Amid the opposition's ongoing protests, leaders from the ruling JD(U) have also raised concerns, crossing party lines. JD(U) MLA Dr Sanjeev Kumar expressed deep concern over the removal of names of labourers and poor voters from the electoral rolls in his constituency, Parbatta, in Khagaria district. He stated, 'It is justified to remove the names of those who have died, but removing the names of the poor and labourers is completely wrong. Many are working in other states and cannot be contacted or do not know how to apply online.' Dr Sanjeev highlighted that the timing of the revision was inappropriate, suggesting it should have been conducted during the summer vacation, Holi, or Chhath Puja, when migrant workers return home, ensuring their inclusion in the voter list. While supporting the removal of names of Pakistani or Bangladeshi infiltrators and deceased voters, Dr Sanjeev warned that removing the names of migrants working outside Bihar would be 'deeply saddening' and could significantly impact the NDA's vote bank in the upcoming elections. 'Here, it is not a matter of ruling or opposition but of the rights of voters. It would be good if more time is given for the process, especially for migrant labourers,' he added, noting that although he did not get a chance to raise the issue inside the Assembly, he is voicing it within the NDA. As the opposition intensifies protests over alleged disenfranchisement, the JD(U) MLA's remarks highlight the growing unease within the ruling alliance regarding the execution and timing of the voter list revision in Bihar.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Delhi CM proposes language promotion to boost art and culture of different states in Delhi
NEW DELHI: Aiming to promote the art and culture of different states in the capital, the Delhi government has decided to increase the participation of local artists in regional festivals. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, while chairing a special meeting with the Department of Art, Culture and Languages on Sunday, said that special events will be organised to teach children the languages of other states. The objective of the meeting was to enrich the city's cultural landscape and to involve all sections of society in cultural activities. According to Gupta, the department must take its initiatives beyond designated locations to enhance public participation. She directed officials to ensure that regional festivals celebrated in Delhi include artists from the respective states, as this would help generate greater public interest in these events. The CM also stated that efforts will be made to explore possibilities for teaching non-Hindi languages to children, enabling them to understand the social and cultural identities of other states. She instructed officials to prepare a detailed report to support the promotion of India's diverse languages in the capital. 'Delhi is not merely the capital city but also a reflection of the country's cultural identity,' she said. 'We want the art and culture of various states to reach every street and for every individual to feel connected to it.' She called for events such as women's art exhibitions, artist camps, music and dance festivals, theatre performances, and religious celebrations like Chhath Puja and Durga Puja to be organised across the city to increase public participation. 'While the art and culture department has long promoted Delhi's cultural heritage, its reach must now be expanded,' she said. Student Exchange Programme also proposed The CM also proposed a 'Student Exchange Programme' with other states. This, she said, would give children the opportunity to learn about different cultures and help foster mutual understanding and harmony. She added, it would significantly strengthen nation's unity in diversity.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rekha pushes for cultural unity via art and festivals
New Delhi: CM Rekha Gupta announced a series of initiatives on Sunday aimed at promoting cultural integration and national unity in Delhi. These initiatives include the inclusion of local artists from various states in regional festivals, promotion of non-Hindi languages among children in Delhi and the launch of a Student Exchange Programme with other states. Gupta stated that the Department of Art, Culture and Languages can play a vital role in this endeavour by broadening the scope of its programmes and activities. "The department must take initiatives beyond designated locations and bring them to the general public to enhance public participation," she said. She directed officials to ensure that regional festivals celebrated in Delhi include artists from the respective states, as this would help generate greater interest in these events. CM also stated that efforts will be made to explore possibilities for teaching non-Hindi languages to children in Delhi, enabling them to understand the social and cultural identities of other states. These directions were given during a recent meeting with the Department of Art, Culture and Languages, which minister Kapil Mishra also attended. The objective of the meeting was to enrich Delhi's cultural landscape and to involve all sections of society. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi She also directed the organisation of events such as women's art exhibitions, artist camps, music and dance festivals, theatre performances and religious celebrations like Chhath Puja and Durga Puja across the city to increase public participation. Highlighting Delhi's diverse population, she emphasised the growing celebration of regional festivals. "Delhi is not merely the capital city but also a reflection of the country's cultural identity," she said. "We want the art and culture of various states to reach every street and for every individual to feel connected to it." She added that theatre and folk arts are powerful tools for spreading awareness and information, often more effectively than other forms of communication.
The Print
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Will explore possibilities to teach non-Hindi languages to children in Delhi: CM Gupta
The chief minister noted that efforts will be made to explore possibilities for teaching non-Hindi languages to children in Delhi, enabling them to understand the social and cultural identities of other states, the statement added. This initiative was discussed during a recent meeting with the Department of Art, Culture, and Languages, an official statement said. New Delhi, Jul 20 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta proposed the launch of a student exchange programme with students from other states to foster mutual understanding and harmony, officials said on Sunday. The exchange would give children the opportunity to learn about different cultures and lifestyles, and help foster mutual understanding and harmony, Gupta said, adding that such an initiative would significantly strengthen the nation's unity in diversity. Emphasising the importance of promoting and expanding the art and culture of various states across the national capital, the chief minister noted that the Department of Art, Culture and Languages can play a vital role in this endeavour by broadening the scope of its programmes and activities. Calling on the department to take its initiatives beyond designated locations and bring them to the general public to enhance public participation, Gupta directed officials to ensure that regional festivals celebrated in Delhi include artists from the respective states, as this would help generate greater public interest in these events. Officials were instructed to prepare a detailed report to support the promotion of India's languages in the capital. Additionally, Gupta called for organising events such as women's art exhibitions, artist camps, music and dance festivals, theatrical performances, and religious celebrations like Chhath Puja and Durga Puja throughout the city to further involve the public. Highlighting Delhi's diverse population, she emphasised the growing celebration of regional festivals and directed officials to involve artists from different states in these events. 'Delhi is not merely the capital city but also a reflection of the country's cultural identity. We want the art and culture of various states to reach every street and for every individual to feel connected to it,' she said. PTI SLB MPL MPL This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Delhi may teach non-Hindi languages to children, says CM Rekha Gupta
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta proposed the launch of a student exchange programme with students from other states to foster mutual understanding and harmony, officials said on Sunday. This initiative was discussed during a recent meeting with the Department of Art, Culture, and Languages, an official statement said. The chief minister noted that efforts will be made to explore possibilities for teaching non-Hindi languages to children in Delhi, enabling them to understand the social and cultural identities of other states, the statement added. The exchange would give children the opportunity to learn about different cultures and lifestyles, and help foster mutual understanding and harmony, Gupta said, adding that such an initiative would significantly strengthen the nation's unity in diversity. Emphasising the importance of promoting and expanding the art and culture of various states across the national capital, the chief minister noted that the Department of Art, Culture and Languages can play a vital role in this endeavour by broadening the scope of its programmes and activities. Calling on the department to take its initiatives beyond designated locations and bring them to the general public to enhance public participation, Gupta directed officials to ensure that regional festivals celebrated in Delhi include artists from the respective states, as this would help generate greater public interest in these events. Officials were instructed to prepare a detailed report to support the promotion of India's languages in the capital. Additionally, Gupta called for organising events such as women's art exhibitions, artist camps, music and dance festivals, theatrical performances, and religious celebrations like Chhath Puja and Durga Puja throughout the city to further involve the public. Highlighting Delhi's diverse population, she emphasised the growing celebration of regional festivals and directed officials to involve artists from different states in these events. "Delhi is not merely the capital city but also a reflection of the country's cultural identity. We want the art and culture of various states to reach every street and for every individual to feel connected to it," she said.
