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New Indian Express
06-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Shed collapses at Andhra's Simhachalam temple, none hurt
VISAKHAPATNAM: A temporary shed under construction near Tholipavancha along the Giri Pradakshina route at The Simhachalam Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple experienced a collapse on Saturday, occurring just days before the annual Giri Pradakshina set for July 9. Thankfully, there were no injuries since no devotees were present at the time. Officials indicated that the shed fell during preparation activities. Witnesses reported that the structure failed due to inadequate support unable to sustain the weight of iron sheets. Visakhapatnam District Collector MN Harendhira Prasad, during a press conference at the Collectorate, stated, 'The sheds are being constructed for the upcoming Giri Pradakshina. One of the sheds slipped while workers were securing it.' When questioned about the safety protocols and the contractor responsible, the Collector replied, 'All details concerning the incident, including the contractor involved and the safety measures implemented, will be thoroughly investigated.' Authorities have been instructed to examine and assess all temporary structures to prevent similar incidents during the festival, which attracts lakhs of pilgrims each year. This incident follows a previous safety issue at the temple during Chandanotsavam, where a section of a wall collapsed, resulting in the death of eight devotees. The successive mishaps have raised concerns about the safety standards for large religious gatherings.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Shed collapse raises safety concerns at Simhachalam
Visakhapatnam: A major accident was narrowly avoided at Simhachalam in Visakhapatnam. A shed made of metal sheets, which was being erected for the annual 'Giri Pradakshina' at Tholi Pavancha (located at the foothills), collapsed unexpectedly. According to sources, the incident occurred because the poles supporting the shed lacked a concrete foundation, leading to an overload that caused the structure to give way. Fortunately, no one was beneath the shed at the time, preventing what could have been a serious disaster. This incident comes shortly after a tragic wall collapse at the Simhachalam temple in April, which resulted in the deaths of seven devotees. That collapse occurred during the annual Chandanotsavam festivalwhen a wall adjacent to the queue gave way after becoming saturated with heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, district collector M N Harendhira Prasad stated that the Simhachalam Giri Pradakshina programme, scheduled for July 9 and 10, would be conducted successfully through coordinated efforts. With an expected turnout of around 5 to 6 lakh devotees, 132 drinking water points , 500 temporary toilets, six control rooms and 32 medical camps linked to 18 hospitals have been set up. Shed collapse incident comes shortly after a tragic wall collapse at the Simhachalam temple in May, which resulted in the deaths of seven devotees at the famous shrine
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
UPSC civil services prelims exam concludes peacefully across districts
Visakhapatnam : The UPSC civil services prelims examination was conducted peacefully across various districts, including Visakhapatnam and NTR district, on Sunday. In Visakhapatnam, nearly 8,000 candidates appeared for the exam at 19 centers, which was held in two sessions: from 9:30 am to 11:30 am and from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. According to the aspirants, both papers were of moderate difficulty, with some candidates mentioning that the CSAT paper took more time due to an increase in comprehension-based questions. District collector MN Harendhira Prasad visited the exam centers at Vignan Engineering College in Duvvada and Kendriya Vidyalaya in Akkayyapalem to review the smooth conduct of the exams. He inspected the basic facilities being provided to the candidates, including security, supervision, drinking water, rest areas, and signboards at the centers. The collector said that the exams were conducted peacefully and in accordance with the regulations. In NTR district, the prelims exam concluded on a peaceful note with 5,716 and 5,665 candidates in attendance for paper 1 and paper 2 across 25 examination centers. NTR district collector Dr. G. Lakshmisha said that the district administration set up a special control room at the collectorate to monitor the examination. The prelims exam was held peacefully by coordinating with local inspecting cum liaison officers, examination supervisors, and strong room staff, ensuring no untoward incidents occurred.
Hans India
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
127 compartments to be facilitated for IYD celebrations
Visakhapatnam: As Visakhapatnam, plays host to its first-ever dedicated state-level 'International Yoga Day' scheduled on June 21 this year, steps are on to facilitate compartments for scores of participants. About 26.5-km long venue is getting readied that stretches from Kalimata temple at RK Beach to Bheemunipatnam. In order to host the programme in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, AP Governor S Abdul Nazeer, Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan, other state ministers are going to share the dais, about 127 compartments are getting arranged from RK Beach main venue to Bheemunipatnam. Even as the main venue will be from Kalimata Temple to YMCA, District Collector MN Harendhira Prasad informed in a review meeting that efforts are on to accommodate 1,000 participants in each compartment. Also, each compartment will have an in-charge, medical staff and 10 volunteers, a small stage, sound system and LED screens so that the viewers can watch the celebrations. About 1.24 lakh people will participate on the main road and the rest in 25 additional venues. As part of the safety precautions, officials engage lifeguards across the coastal area. In order to gain an entry into Guinness Book of Records, measures are considered to engage participants on the same platform without any disruption. Also, in coordination with various yoga associations, training sessions are facilitated in three different phases. As part of the event, District collector MN Harendhira Prasad explained to the ministers and other public representatives about the steps taken for the celebrations. The collector informed that in case of unexpected rain, alternative arrangements are made to ensure that the programme continues without any disruption. He said that anchors will be set up on the AU Engineering College grounds to accommodate the Prime Minister, Governor, Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister and other dignitaries, along with 10,000 people. The arrangements will be made available by June 12, he informed. Calling for a coordinated effort to achieve the world record, District in-charge Minister Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy suggested that the programme should be conducted without disturbing the daily activities of the citizens. He urged people to be part of building a healthy, wealthy and happy Andhra Pradesh as envisaged by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. Speaking on the occasion, Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha suggested that the state-level celebration of IYD that aims at promoting the holistic benefits of yoga for health, harmony and well-being should break all previous records. Also, she informed that 175 countries across the world will be part of the programme to be held in Visakhapatnam on June 21 and Visakhapatnam is set to draw their attention. According to Deputy director of AYUSH Jhansi Lakshmi Bai, participants can register for the IYD celebration through the link:
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
GVMC set to elect its new mayor on April 28
Visakhapatnam: Following the NDA parties' victory in the no-confidence motion against GVMC mayor G Hari Venkata Kumari on April 19, the Andhra Pradesh state election commission, on Tuesday, issued orders to conduct the election for the mayor post on April 28. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Visakhapatnam district collector and GVMC in-charge commissioner Dr MN Harendhira Prasad said that a notice will be issued by April 24, inviting the elected and ex-officio members of the GVMC to attend a special meeting convened for the purpose of electing the new mayor. Meanwhile, in an official order issued on Tuesday, Andhra Pradesh govt formally approved the no-confidence motion passed by the NDA against mayor and removed her from office with immediate effect. According to the order, the district collector convened a meeting regarding the no-confidence motion against the GVMC mayor on April 19. "Upon perusal of the minutes of the meeting, it was found that 74 out of 111 members with voting rights participated. All 74 members voted in favour of the motion, with none opposing it. As the motion secured the support of 74 members, satisfying the required two-thirds majority as stipulated under the Act, it is hereby declared as passed, the order read. "Therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 91-A(6) of the Andhra Pradesh Municipal Corporations Act, 1955, AP govt hereby removes G Hari Venkata Kumari from the office of mayor with immediate effect," the order continued.
