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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Awareness rally highlights importance of mediation centres in resolving disputes in Erode
An awareness rally highlighting the role of mediation centres in amicable dispute resolution was held in Erode on Saturday (July 19, 2025). Principal District Judge S. Sameena and District Collector S. Kandasamy flagged off the rally at the Integrated Court Complex. It proceeded along Perundurai Road and concluded near the District Headquarters Hospital. Senior judges, advocates, conciliators, and court staffs joined the rally and distributed pamphlets to promote alternative dispute resolution. Organisers said the District Mediation Centre is working to resolve pending cases in the Erode District Court efficiently and without delays. As part of the State-wide 90-day campaign 'Conciliation for the Nation,' the initiative targets out-of-court settlements for cases involving divorce, matrimonial disputes, domestic violence, accident compensation, cheque bounce, and other civil matters. Video conferencing facilities have been made available through taluk and district legal services to handle cases remotely. The initiative aims to reduce the court's backlog and provide quick, cost-free, confidential, and non-appealable resolutions. Litigants may participate directly or through advocates, with the option to proceed through regular court channels if mediation fails. Eligible cases from both district and taluk courts have been identified and referred for mediation. Superintendent of Police A. Sujatha, I Additional District and Sessions Judge S. Ezhil, II Additional District and Sessions Judge V. Suresh, Lok Adalat Chairperson V.P. Sugandhi, along with other judges and lawyers, also participated in the rally.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Erode Book Festival from August 1 to 12
The district administration, in association with Makkal Sinthanai Peravai, will organise the Erode Book Festival 2025 at Chikkaiah Government Arts and Science College, Veerappanchatiram, from August 1 to 12. Chairing a review meeting with officials of various departments at the Collectorate recently, Collector S. Kandasamy said Chief Minister M.K. Stalin had been taking active steps to promote the habit of book reading among school and college students, youth, and the general public by organising book fairs in every district. The Collector said such fairs not only helped bring books closer to the public, but also provided a platform for authors to showcase and sell their works. He said book festivals were powerful cultural instruments capable of inspiring positive change in society. This year's festival will feature 230 stalls, each with a unique theme. Renowned publishers from other states and countries are expected to participate. Special discounts on books will be offered throughout the event, which will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 9.30 p.m. Prominent speakers and scholars will deliver lectures and interact with visitors during the festival. The Collector urged all departments to work in coordination to ensure the smooth and successful conduct of the event and encouraged enthusiastic participation from students and the public.
The Hindu
15-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Minister launches Ungaludan Stalin scheme in Erode district
Minister for Housing, Prohibition and Excise, S. Muthusamy, on Tuesday (July 15, 2025) launched the Ungaludan Stalin scheme in Erode district and received petitions from the public at a special camp held at a private marriage hall in the city. The event was held in the presence of District Collector S. Kandasamy, Rajya Sabha MP Anthiyur P. Selvaraj, Erode MP K.E. Prakash, Erode East MLA V.C. Chandrakumar, Erode Mayor S. Nagarathinam, Corporation Commissioner Arpit Jain, and senior officials. In his address, the Minister said that under the leadership of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin over the past four years, the State Government had implemented a number of welfare schemes aimed at uplifting the poor and the underprivileged. He said the government had also placed emphasis on resolving public grievances through structured outreach initiatives such as the Ungaludan Stalin scheme. As part of the initiative, a total of 340 special camps will be held across Erode. The Minister reiterated that the Chief Minister had announced in the Assembly that nearly one crore women would be benefitted from the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam, and that 1.15 crore women were currently receiving monthly financial assistance under it. Mr. Muthusamy said nearly 10,000 petitions had been received so far under the scheme , of which 4,000 had been resolved. Another 3,600 were under review, while some were pending due to lack of supporting documents. He urged the residents to make use of the camps to submit their petitions and avail of various welfare benefits.
The Hindu
14-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
‘Ungaludan Stalin' special camps to be launched in Erode district on Tuesday
District Collector S. Kandasamy has said that special camps under the Ungaludan Stalin scheme will be launched in Erode district on Tuesday (July 15, 2025). Addressing media persons at the Collectorate on Monday, the Collector said that Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will inaugurate the scheme, following which Minister for Housing, Prohibition and Excise, S. Muthusamy will formally launch a camp in the district. In Erode district, a total of 340 special camps will be conducted, including 40 in the Corporation, 41 in Municipalities, 84 in town panchayats, and 175 in village panchayats. The camps are scheduled between July and October 2025, he said. In the first phase, 114 camps will be held between July 15 and August 14, 2025. More than 20 supervisory officers at the Deputy Collector level have been appointed for monitoring, along with 64 departmental officers and 114 supervisors, the Collector added. To specifically address the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme, four dedicated counters will be set up and manned by 456 trained volunteers. Details of camp locations have been uploaded on the official Erode district website: The camps will function daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Applicants seeking to get benefits under the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme must bring their Aadhaar card, bank passbook (original or copy), and the mobile number linked to their Aadhaar. Revenue officers and trained volunteers will assist at the camps. Those unable to apply at one camp may visit the nearest upcoming camp, he said.
The Hindu
11-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Awareness rally and pledge mark World Population Day
An awareness rally and the administering of pledge highlighting the importance of population control marked the observance of World Population Day in Erode on Friday. The event, organised by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, was held on the District Collectorate premises to raise public awareness about the consequences of population growth and the significance of family planning. Collector S. Kandasamy administered the awareness pledge, distributed pamphlets and saplings to the public, and also presented awards and certificates to three students who won in elocution competitions held in connection with the observance. Observed globally every year on July 11 since 1987, World Population Day seeks to highlight the challenges posed by overpopulation and the need for sustainable family planning practices. The theme for 2025 is 'Empowering young people to create the families they want in a fair and hopeful world.' The Collector also flagged off an awareness rally, in which nursing students participated, carrying placards with messages such as, 'Let's protect and care for the girl child', 'Adopt modern vasectomy', 'Reduce the burden on women', 'Encourage male sterilization' and 'Prevent child marriages'. The rally proceeded through Perundurai Road and concluded at Kalingarayan Illam, spreading key messages about reproductive health and gender equality. Senior Health Department officials, including Santhakumari, Joint Director of Welfare Services, P. Aruna, Deputy Director of Health Services, and Gopalakrishnan, Deputy Director (Family Welfare), were present along with other officials and staff.
