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Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Kashi must rank among top 5 cleanest cities: CM Yogi
1 2 Varanasi: On Thursday, as Varanasi Municipal Corporation secured 17th place among 4,589 civic bodies across India in the ranking list of the 2024 cleanliness survey released by ministry of urban affairs, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath set the task of bringing the city into the top five list. While reviewing ongoing development projects and law and order scene during a meeting with public representatives and officials at the circuit house on Thursday evening, Yogi said, "Varanasi should not lag in cleanliness and must be among top five clean cities. The municipal commissioner must conduct regular cleanliness drives." Reviewing progress in ongoing development work, Yogi emphasised rapid completion of running projects in the district. Ordering commencement of road widening work in Dalmandi immediately after monsoon, Yogi instructed officials to identify suitable locations for shifting religious sites affected by road widening through discussions with locals and to ensure their proper establishment. Executing agencies must complete work on time or face action, he said, directing to increase manpower if required for timely completion of projects. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo He also directed impartial and timely resolution of public grievances received through various channels. Special emphasis was placed on the 'One Tree in Mother's Name' plantation campaign and river restoration efforts. Yogi instructed for widespread publicity of new building bylaws introduced by state govt, using social media, digital media and seminars. To make Varanasi TB-free, he directed the chief medical officer to take all necessary steps, involve public representatives and aim for complete eradication by Nov-end. Electricity department was instructed to ensure uninterrupted power supply. District basic education officer was directed to achieve 100% enrolment in primary schools, ensure no school is without teachers, and prioritise the availability of school bags, shoes, socks and uniforms for all children. During review of law and order, Yogi instructed to monitor closely all fake accounts on social media and deal strictly with those creating disturbances. He called for identifying and taking strict action against elements inciting caste discord, anarchy, or disrupting law and order. He directed strengthening local intelligence and police beats to take concrete actions to curb illegal liquor and drug trafficking in border areas. District magistrate Satyendra Kumar made a presentation on progress in ongoing projects and the flood situation. As many as 64 major projects worth approximately Rs 15,000 crores are underway, with the Kazakpura flyover expected to be completed by Sep 2025. Police commissioner Mohit Agarwal made the CM aware of preparations for the Shrawan month, law and order, traffic management and various police operations. ADG Zone Piyush Mordia provided details on preparations during Shrawan, CCTV surveillance, patrolling, public hearings at police stations, ongoing campaigns against cattle smugglers and action against liquor mafias. UP ministers Swatantra Dev Singh, Anil Rajbhar and Ravindra Jaiswal, and mayor Ashok Tiwari were present among others.
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Varanasi at 17th position in nat'l cleanliness rankings
Varanasi: Among all 4,589 bodies across the country, Varanasi Municipal Corporation retained its 17th position in rankings announced by ministry of urban affairs for the 2024 cleanliness survey, on Thursday. This is the highest ranking achieved since the cleanliness survey began in 2016. However, the city slipped to second from first position in the Ganga Town category, following Prayagraj. Kanpur secured the 3rd rank in this category. In the 2024 cleanliness survey, Varanasi's city card issued by Govt of India scored 98% in door-to-door waste collection, 63% in waste segregation at source, 100% in waste collection and disposal, 100% in disposal of waste at dumping grounds, 100% in cleanliness in residential areas and markets, 100% in cleanliness of water bodies and 93% in cleanliness of public and community toilets. Meanwhile, Varanasi secured second position in the Clean Ganga Town category, with Prayagraj securing first position. This year's cleanliness survey was conducted in two phases based on performance of the cities. The cities that were already performing well in cleanliness were categorised separately as 'Super Clean League City', while the second survey was conducted for cities striving to improve cleanliness. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo Not surprisingly, Indore city secured first position in the Super Clean League City, like it has for past several years. Varanasi was included in the league of cities improving on the cleanliness scale. Mayor Ashok Kumar Tiwari dedicated the achievement to citizens of Varanasi and said that being parliamentary constituency of the Prime Minister, it was essential to make the city even cleaner and secure the first position in the future survey. He said the municipal corporation was working continuously on cleanliness and urged all citizens to support the municipal corporation's cleanliness operations and functions. Municipal commissioner Akshat Verma congratulated the entire team of the municipal corporation saying that the Varanasi Municipal Corporation will work even harder on cleanliness. He also mentioned that areas where fewer points were scored in the cleanliness survey will be improved. The Municipal Commissioner appealed to the citizens of Varanasi to cooperate by segregating wet and dry waste from their homes and disposing of it in the Municipal Corporation's waste vehicles instead of littering on the streets, so that Varanasi could achieve even better position in the upcoming cleanliness survey. When the cleanliness survey began in 2016, Varanasi secured 65th position. It ranked 32nd in 2017, 29th in 2018, 70th in 2019, 27th in 2020, 30th in 2021, 21st in 2022, 41st in 2023 and 17th in 2024. The Ganga Town Award started in 2020 with Varanasi securing the first position in 2020 and 2021, second in 2022, first in 2023 and second spot in 2024.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Civic officersuspended for fin misconduct
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh urban development department suspended a municipal official and ordered probe to ascertain allegations pertaining to financial irregularities against erring officials on Wednesday. Following the instructions of chief minister Yogi Adityanath , the urban development department has taken yet another strict step to reinforce good governance, transparency and financial discipline in urban local bodies across Uttar Pradesh. Principal secretary of the department Amrit Abhijat has ordered an inquiry against Vijayendra Kumar Anand, the former executive officer of Vijaynagar nagar palika parishad. The action comes in light of serious allegations of irregularities against him. Vijayendra Anand was accused of making irregular payments of around Rs 30 lakh during 2018-19 when he was deputed in Varanasi Municipal Corporation. As per allegations Anand approved payments exceeding the limit of Rs 50,000 without seeking approval from the state govt. Additional commissioner of Moradabad division has been appointed as investigation officer. Pending the investigation, Vijayendra Anand has been relieved from
Time of India
12-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
VMC bans meat shops during Shrawan, violators to face FIR
1 2 Varanasi: The Varanasi Municipal Corporation has decided to shut down all meat, fish and chicken shops within its jurisdiction during the sacred Shrawan month. To enforce this order, the corporation will conduct regular checks, and any shop found violating the directive will face an FIR against the owner. Corporator Hanuman Prasad suggested a total ban on meat, chicken and fish shops in the municipal area during Shrawan and Mayor Ashok Kumar Tiwari passed the order. Animal welfare officer Santosh Pal confirmed that the order will be strictly enforced and FIRs will be filed under the Animal Cruelty Act against the violators. At the executive meeting, chaired by the mayor, deputy chairman Narsingh Das proposed necessary action for cleaning prominent ghats and preventing sewer overflow in the paved neighbourhoods during Shrawan, ensuring no inconvenience to pilgrims. The mayor instructed the general engineering, waterworks, lighting and health departments to coordinate and form a QRT to resolve complaints within 40 minutes. Additionally, instructions were given to place dustbins near important temples and regularly clean them. Member Sushil Gupta proposed a ban on the use of plastic bags around temples, with the mayor instructing that a special campaign be conducted to distribute cloth bags in these areas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esta nueva alarma con cámara es casi regalada en Rufino (ver precio) Verisure Más información Undo Earlier, the meeting began with the deputy chairman proposing the confirmation of the previous meeting's minutes, which was approved by all the members. Subsequently, discussions were held on govt orders received, during which joint municipal commissioner Krishna Chandra discussed the tree plantation programme for the year 2025-26. Additional municipal commissioner Vinod Kumar Gupta presented a proposal for the National Clean Air Programme and the operation of ABC Dog Care, which was introduced by the animal welfare officer. After discussions, it was decided that the ABC centre would be operated by a contracted organisation for six months, after which the municipal corporation would take over the following training. Chandra proposed the creation of a Miyawaki Forest Park on 2.5 hectares of vacant municipal land near Sarang Pond at a cost of Rs 2.94 crore, which was approved by the committee with instructions for prompt action. Regarding the auction of 33 trees obstructing the Unity Mall construction in IDH Kajjakpura, Chandra presented a proposal. The mayor instructed that the teak and jamun trees be auctioned at a fair price, while the remaining ones should be cut and stored for use as firewood in winter. A proposal for faecal sludge management was presented by the general manager of waterworks, which was unanimously approved with instructions for further action. In response to a question about well restoration, the chief engineer in-charge reported that 500 wells have been identified for restoration, with work underway on 31 wells. The mayor instructed that funds be allocated to expedite the restoration work. Member Rajesh Yadav Challu inquired about the number of projects completed under the councillor quota for 2023-24. The mayor instructed that if contractors do not participate in tenders, work should be carried out at fixed rates. The general manager of waterworks reported progress on the sewer and water line installation project in 18 old wards. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been approved by the govt, and work is expected to commence within three months after fund allocation. Once funds are allocated, the project will move forward, aiming to improve the city's infrastructure and services.
Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Varanasi Municipal Corporation passes order to shut meat shops during month of Sawan
The Varanasi Municipal Corporation has passed a resolution to close all meat shops within the municipal limits during the holy Hindu month of Sawan, which began on Friday. The proposal was put forward by one of the 12 executive members during a meeting held on Friday. 'Taking into account several factors, including the large influx of Kanwariyas in Varanasi during the month of Sawan, a resolution was passed to ban the sale of meat within the municipal limits, which span around 183 square miles,' Varanasi Mayor Ashok Kumar Tiwari said. It is estimated that around 1-1.5 lakh people visit Varanasi daily, but during the month of Sawan, the number of devotees increases to nearly four to five lakh per month, primarily due to the Kashi Vishwanath temple. Teams were dispatched on Saturday morning to enforce the order to close all meat shops. Tiwari added that instructions have been issued to the authorities concerned to take necessary action, and strict legal measures will be taken against shopkeepers found violating the order. The municipal corporation's executive committee meeting was held on Friday. Several government officials were also present. Tiwari said that during the meeting, executive member Hanuman Prasad proposed a ban on meat and fish shops within the municipal limits for the month of Sawan. The proposal was passed unanimously, keeping in mind that Varanasi, as a religious city, attracts visitors with spiritual sentiments, and the aim is to ensure they leave with the same positive feelings, Tiwari said. When contacted, Varanasi Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Santosh Pal, said that as per the directive, the process of closing all meat and fish shops in the district has begun. 'Teams have been deployed to ensure complete closure of meat shops. This order does not apply to restaurants serving non-vegetarian food,' he said. He added that there are around 350 meat shops within the city's municipal limits, and all of them were operating without licences from the municipal corporation. Last year, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation had passed a resolution banning the operation of shops within a two-kilometre radius of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Despite the directive, some shops remained open, prompting the corporation to issue notices for violations. Shop owners, however, alleged harassment, claiming they were asked to shut down without any alternative arrangements. Most of the meat shops are located in areas such as Nai Sadak, Beniabagh, Sheikh Salim Phatak, and other neighbourhoods.
