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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Two Jorhat students step into DC's shoes for a day
1 2 3 4 Dibruugarh: Under govt's "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" campaign, two students from Jorhat — Sanshita Baruah and Geetashree Sharma — got the rare opportunity to serve as district commissioner for a day on Saturday. The initiative, aimed at empowering young girls and exposing them to governance, allowed the students to shadow Jorhat DC Jay Shivani and participate in official duties. Sanshita, a Class 9 student from Pragjyotika Senior Secondary School in Titabor, and Geetashree, a postgraduate student from Chandra Kamal Baruah Commerce College, earned this privilege after winning a district-level essay competition. Jorhat DC Jay Shivani expressed pride in the students' enthusiasm and highlighted the initiative's objective. "Witnessing policy implementation and decision-making firsthand has strengthened my resolve to join the civil services in the future," Geetashree said. "We got to see how the district's progress is monitored and how different departments function. We even learnt about election processes," Sanshita said.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Jorhat bans swimming, bathing across 68 spots after drowning incidents
1 2 3 4 5 6 Dibrugarh: Jorhat district administration has imposed immediate restrictions on swimming and bathing activities across 68 water bodies and ghats in the district following an increase in drowning incidents, involving women and minors. Officials said at least five incidents of drowning had been reported over the last 15 days. District commissioner Jay Shivani, who is also the chairman of the district disaster management authority (DDMA), had issued the order on Monday, under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, citing urgent need to prevent further loss of life. "A significant increase in drowning incidents involving individuals, including women and minors, have been observed across various parts of Jorhat in recent days. It is necessary to take immediate measures to prevent the apprehended danger to human life and mitigate disaster like situations," the order said. The restrictions, spanning across five revenue circles within the district — Jorhat East, Jorhat West, Teok, Titabor and Mariani — cover major water bodies, including the Brahmaputra river, Bhogdoi river, Kakodunga river and Jhanji river, along with various ghats and rivulets. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn from BITS Faculty BITS Pilani Digital Apply Now Undo Popular bathing spots such as Pujadubi ghat, Janata ghat and Nimati ghat have also been included in the ban, while multiple areas along the banks of the Bhogdoi river, in both Jorhat East and West revenue circles, face restrictions. The Jhanji river alone has 22 ghats where swimming and bathing have now been prohibited.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Jorhat DC issues order against illegal highway drain blockages to tackle waterlogging
1 2 3 Dibrugarh: Jorhat DC Jay Shivani has issued stringent directives under the Disaster Management Act-2005, mandating the installation of proper drainage structures for all access roads connecting to the national highway in Jorhat district. The order comes in response to severe waterlogging issues caused by unauthorised construction activities along the highway's right-of-way (ROW). The comprehensive directive, issued with immediate effect on Thursday, addresses concerns raised by the general manager (Projects) of the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) regarding illegal construction practices that have been severely disrupting stormwater flow during monsoon seasons. According to the order, residents and commercial establishments have been creating direct access roads to the NH by filling up earthen drains without installing adequate drainage infrastructure. This practice has led to significant waterlogging problems across multiple sections of the highway and its service lanes, creating hazardous conditions for commuters and residents alike. "If such kind of activities are allowed without any hindrance or check, the waterlogging problem on the NH will create immense hardship not only to the commuters but also to the residents of areas adjacent to NH and the public in general," stated DC Shivani in the official order. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo The new regulations establish clear technical specifications for drainage requirements. Individual households seeking to construct access roads from the NH or its service lanes must now install drainage structures with a minimum 1200 mm diametre hume pipe at earthen drains running parallel to the highway within the ROW. For commercial establishments, shops, and industrial units, the requirements are even more stringent. These entities must install box culverts measuring a minimum of 1.5 metres by 1.5 metres at the earthen drain locations before constructing any access roads. The DC highlighted the safety implications of the current situation, noting that the practice "stands as a potential hazard and may cause severe disasters in the form of road accidents on the NH." The directive specifically targets the proliferation of temporary shops and commercial establishments that have been illegally set up within the NH's ROW, often constructed over earthen drains. "Many temporary shops and commercial establishments have been illegally set up within the ROW of the NH by many individuals over the earthen drain along the national highway," the order stated.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
DC leads blood donation drive as Jorhat celebrates 42nd District Day
Dibrugarh: Jorhat DC Jay Shivani led by example as he rolled up his sleeves and donated blood at the Jorhat Medical College and Hospital (JMCH) on Monday, officially launching the blood donation campaign as part of the 42nd Jorhat District Day celebrations from June 30 to July 3. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The DC's gesture was aimed at encouraging voluntary blood donation and raising awareness about the critical need for blood supplies in the district's healthcare facilities. His participation set the tone for what organisers hope will be a successful four-day celebration marking Jorhat's establishment as an independent district. "Blood donation is a noble act. I urge all eligible citizens to come forward and donate blood. This simple act of kindness can save precious lives and strengthen our community's spirit of service. Blood donation is one of the most meaningful ways we can contribute to society, and there's no better time than during our District Day celebrations to demonstrate this commitment," Shivani said after donating blood at JMCH. The JMCH camp saw enthusiastic participation from college students, govt employees, and social workers. The blood donation initiative extended beyond the district headquarters, as a simultaneous camp was organised at the Primary Health Centre in Mariani on Monday. Building on Monday's momentum, two additional blood donation camps are scheduled for Tuesday. One will be held at the First Referral Unit (FRU) in Teok, while another will take place at the sub-divisional hospital in Titabar. "We have strategically placed these camps at key healthcare facilities to maximise participation and ensure the collected blood reaches where it's needed most. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The response from volunteers has been encouraging, and we expect even greater participation in the coming days," a health official said. The blood donation drive is among several events planned to commemorate Jorhat's 42nd District Day. On July 1, 1983, Jorhat (then a sub-division) was carved out of Sivasagar district and made into a separate district. The district administration has lined up cultural performances, literary events, and sports competitions to mark the occasion. Local artists, students, and community groups will participate in festivities showcasing Jorhat's rich heritage.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Jorhat-Jhanji 4-lane highway achieves 97% progress: DC Shivani
Dibrugarh: The long-awaited four-lane NH-37 stretch between Jorhat and Jhanji is finally approaching completion, with Jorhat DC Jay Shivani announcing that the project has achieved 97% physical progress during a comprehensive inspection on Tuesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The DC, accompanied by officials from the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), conducted a thorough review of the construction work that has been ongoing for nearly a decade. The inspection comes as the project enters its final phase, bringing hope to commuters who have endured years of construction delays and traffic disruptions. "The project is on the last stage of construction and has achieved a physical progress of 97%," said DC Jay Shivani during the inspection. However, he emphasised the need for acceleration in critical areas, directing NHIDCL officials to expedite work on two crucial components — the Bhogdoi river bridge and the Jhanji river bridge. The ambitious infrastructure project spans 37.8 km, with 36.8 km falling within Jorhat district and one km extending into neighbouring Sivasagar district. The massive undertaking represents a total investment of Rs 738.15 crore and includes the construction of a modern toll plaza to manage traffic flow and revenue collection. The construction work has been divided among three contractors across four different packages. M/s Sadguru Engineers holds responsibility for constructing 10 km of the highway alongside the toll plaza infrastructure. M/s Binni Construction is managing a 14-km stretch, while M/s MP Agarwala is handling the remaining 13.8 km of the project. The highway project has faced significant challenges since its inception, with multiple cost and time overruns plaguing the construction timeline. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari had laid the foundation stone for the Jorhat-Jhanji four-lane section on Feb 27, 2016, marking the beginning of what was expected to be a transformative infrastructure development for the region. However, nine years have passed since construction began, far exceeding the original timeline and highlighting the complex nature of large-scale highway projects in the region. The delays have been attributed to various factors, including land acquisition, weather disruptions, logistical challenges and contractor-related hurdles, common to infrastructure projects in Assam. The completion of the highway stretch is expected to significantly improve connectivity in the upper Assam region, facilitating smoother transportation of goods and passengers, while reducing travel time. The four-lane configuration will accommodate increased traffic volume and enhance road safety standards along the crucial corridor.
