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Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
TB Free India: 20% population to be screened in Nagpur's high-risk zones
Nagpur: As part of the nationwide TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (TB Free India Project), Nagpur district is currently conducting an intensive 100-day active case-finding campaign to detect and treat suspected TB cases at the earliest. Under this campaign, it is planned to survey approximately 20% of the district's population, with a sharp focus on high-risk groups and vulnerable communities. According to health officials, the survey teams — comprising community health officers, health workers, and Asha volunteers — are screening people in areas identified as high-risk, including mental health institutions, mining areas, district jails, tribal regions, migrant settlements, brick kiln sites, urban slums, old-age homes, residential schools (ashram shalas), industrial zones, and other crowded public spaces. District collector Vipin Itankar and chief executive officer of the zilla parishad, Vinayak Mahamuni, have appealed to all stakeholders to ensure that the campaign achieves its goals with 100% coverage. "Early detection and prompt treatment are crucial to breaking the chain of TB transmission. The support of private practitioners, NGOs, and community leaders is vital in making Nagpur district TB-free ahead of the national deadline," said Mahamuni. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like We Can't Believe She Wore That To The Red Carpet Golfhooked Read More Undo Instructions to this effect have been issued to the Nagpur chapter of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), asking private practitioners and hospitals to coordinate closely with the District TB Office to ensure 100% notification of patients receiving treatment for TB. TB remains one of the leading infectious diseases in India, with an estimated 27 lakh new cases notified nationwide in 2023. Maharashtra is among the states with a significant TB burden, and districts like Nagpur play a critical role in achieving the country's elimination targets. Public health experts stress that eliminating TB not only saves lives but also has significant socio-economic benefits, reducing the disease's toll on vulnerable populations and minimising treatment costs for families. The district administration has urged citizens to cooperate with survey teams, undergo screening if approached, and immediately seek medical attention if they experience symptoms like a persistent cough lasting more than two weeks, unexplained weight loss, fever, or night sweats.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Draft ward structure released for Nagpur ZP elections
Nagpur: With the Supreme Court clearing the way for long-pending local body elections, Nagpur district collector Dr Vipin Itankar released the draft structure for 57 Zilla Parishad wards, marking the next step in the election process. The draft, published on July 14, outlines revised constituency boundaries under the Maharashtra Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Act, 1961. Compared to the previous election, the total number of seats was reduced by one. The ward division is based on the last census data. Residents and stakeholders can submit written objections or suggestions to the collector until July 21. Proposals based on the objections may be sent to the divisional commissioner by July 28. The divisional commissioner is required to conduct hearings and announce a decision by August 11, while the final ward structure will be submitted to the Election Commission by August 18. Seat reservations will be be declared only after the ward structure is finalised. Once all objections are resolved and approvals secured, the election schedule will be announced — polls are likely to be held in October or November 2025. Rural political activity has picked up pace in anticipation of the elections.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Ambazari ‘Man-Made', Exempt from Wetland Tag: Collector Tells HC
Nagpur: The district administration informed the Nagpur bench of Bombay high court on Wednesday that the Ambazari Lake does not qualify as a notified wetland under central govt norms, defending the decision taken by the High-Powered Committee (HPC) on April 29. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The submission comes through an affidavit filed by collector Vipin Itankar in reply to objections raised by the petitioners in a PIL filed by Ramgopal Bachuka and others through counsel Tushar Mandlekar. The petitioners highlighted the devastating impact of the September 2023 floods, which caused extensive property damage and loss of life across Nagpur. Responding to specific allegations in the additional affidavit filed by 91-year-old Bachuka, the collector clarified that Ambazari Lake — though the largest in Nagpur — is a man-made reservoir built for drinking water and aquaculture. "As per MoEFCC guidelines (2020), such artificial water bodies are exempt from wetland notification," he noted, citing the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017. The District Wetland Committee, formed on March 28, 2024, reviewed 71 water bodies, including Ambazari, and submitted its recommendations to the Maharashtra Environment Department on July 4, 2025. Itankar confirmed that the ministry of environment has already received scrutiny sheets and brief documentation for the same on March 26. The petitioners claimed that Ambazari was a designated wetland under ISRO's Wetland Inventory Atlas, alleging its neglect contributed to the September 2023 flooding that killed four citizens, damaged 26,612 private properties, and caused public loss worth Rs234 crore. While the collector did not confirm total losses, it acknowledged that Rs28.25 crore in ex-gratia relief was paid to 28,256 families at Rs10,000 per household. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Additionally, Rs4 lakh was paid to each of the four bereaved families. Petitioners also alleged that flood-affected zones included 143 localities, accusing the administration of issuing tenders for Rs21 crore in dam repairs without broader public consultation. The collector clarified that those tenders did not pertain to his office directly. A division bench comprising justices Nitin Sambre and Sachin Deshmukh adjourned the hearing for two weeks. The court is currently assessing the adequacy of govt responses to both disaster relief and long-term water body protection. The PIL argues for greater ecological safeguards in the wake of extreme weather events. BOX Collector's Reply on Ambazari Flood PIL - Ambazari Lake declared man-made, hence exempt from wetland notification under MoEFCC 2020 guidelines - District Wetland Committee formed on March 28, 2024; reviewed 71 water bodies, including Ambazari - Rs28.25 crore paid as relief to 28,256 families post September 2023 floods (Rs10,000 per family) - 4 deaths reported; Rs16 lakh compensation given (Rs4 lakh each) - Public losses claimed: Rs234 crore (not verified) by petitioners - Ambazari excluded from wetland list as it's used for drinking water & aquaculture
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Climate
- India Gazette
Maharashtra: Schools and Colleges closed amid heavy rainfall forecast in Nagpur
Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], July 9 (ANI): Nagpur District Collector Vipin Itankar has declared a holiday for educational institutions in the district on Wednesday, following the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) forecast of heavy rainfall. The district has witnessed significant rainfall over the past two days, leading to flooding in low-lying areas. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for the district today. The Collector stated that roads in many talukas of Nagpur district have been affected by floodwaters. In light of the forecasted heavy rainfall and to avoid any untoward incidents, all Anganwadis, schools, and colleges in the district will remain closed today. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya also woke up to witness a spell of heavy rain on Wednesday. In Himachal Pradesh, the monsoon fury continues to take a toll, with the death toll rising to 85. As per the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), 54 people have died due to rain-triggered incidents such as landslides, flash floods, cloudbursts, and drowning, while 31 fatalities have occurred in road accidents. According to the State Disaster Management Authority's latest cumulative report, since June 20, when the monsoon officially began, the state has faced widespread destruction, with significant damage to life, property, livestock, and infrastructure. The total monetary loss to both public and private property has surpassed Rs. 718 crore. The report also highlights that 129 people have been injured, 340 homes have been completely destroyed, and over 10,000 animals and poultry have perished across the state. 'The monsoon has caused large-scale destruction across Himachal Pradesh, with 54 people dead in rain-linked events and 31 in separate road mishaps,' an SDMA official confirmed. Mandi district remains the worst hit with 17 rain-related fatalities and extensive infrastructure loss, including 247 damaged homes, 149 cowsheds, and the death of 225 livestock. An evening status report released on Tuesday revealed that 198 roads are currently blocked, 159 electricity distribution transformers (DTRs) are out of service, and 297 water supply schemes are disrupted. 'Restoration work is underway, but the scale of damage is massive,' the SDMA stated. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has appealed for caution, stating that rural areas are under extreme pressure while urban centres remain largely functional. (ANI)
Mint
09-07-2025
- Climate
- Mint
IMD weather update: Heavy rain to ease in Mumbai, schools closed in Nagpur, Orange alert in Maharashtra
IMD Weather Update: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had forecasted that the Low-Pressure area over Gangetic West Bengal is likely to move slowly west-northwestwards across Jharkhand and north Chhattisgarh today, 9 July. On 9 July, severe waterlogging was witnessed in several parts of Nagpur following incessant rain in the city. Further, Nagpur District Collector Vipin Itankar has ordered the closure of all schools and colleges across the district for today, Wednesday, July 9. Meanwhile, Ayodhya also woke up to witness a spell of heavy rain. IMD informed that the monsoon trough is active and runs near normal position at mean sea level. For 9 July, the IMD has issued Orange alert for heavy rainfall in: For 10 July, the IMD has issued Orange alert for heavy rainfall in: For 11 July, the IMD has issued Orange alert for heavy rainfall in: For 12 July, the IMD has issued Orange alert for heavy rainfall in: -Heavy rainfall very likely to continue over Madhya Pradesh during 9 July to14 July -Heavy Rainfall will also occur over Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh during 9 July-10 July; over West Bengal, Jharkhand on 9 July, and over Odisha on 9, 13 and 14 July -IMD has predicted very heavy rainfall over Madhya Pradesh during 9-11 July; over Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh on 9 July -Moderate rainfall predicted at most/many places accompanied with thunderstorm, lightning & gusty winds speed reaching 30-40 kmph likely over the region during next 7 days -Heavy rainfall likely over Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand during 9-14 July, -IMD has forecasted that heavy rains will also occur over Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan, Muzaffarabad during 9-10 July, over West Uttar Pradesh during 9-11 July -Heavy rainfall has been predicted over Punjab, Haryana Chandigarh, East Uttar Pradesh on 9 and 10 July; over West Rajasthan during 12-14 July; and over East Rajasthan during 10-14 July -Very heavy rainfall has been predicted over East Rajasthan on 11 and 12 July -Moderate rainfall predicted at most/many places accompanied with thunderstorm, lightning likely over western Himalayan region and some/many places over the plains during next 7 days. -Heavy rainfall predicted over Konkan, Goa, Ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra during 9-10 July, over Saurashtra ad Kutch on 12 and 13 July -Similar conditions will prevail over Gujarat Region during 9-14 July -Very heavy rainfall predicted over Konkan, Goa, Ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra on 9 July. -Moderate rainfall predicted at most/many places accompanied with accompanied with thunderstorm, lightning & gusty winds speed reaching 30-40 kmph likely over the region during next 7 days. -Moderate rainfall predicted at most places accompanied with thunderstorm, lightning likely to continue over Northeast India during next 7 days. -Heavy rainfall very likelyto occur over Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura during 9-14 July -Heavy rainfall will also occur over Arunachal Pradesh during 11-14 July. -Heavy rainfall predicted over Coastal Karnataka, Kerala, Mahe during 9-14 July, over Telangana on 9 July. -IMD predicted strong surface winds (speed reaching 40-50 kmph) very likely over South Peninsular India during next 5 days. -Moderate rainfall will also prevail at many/some places over Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, Karnataka, Rayalaseema, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Telangana during next 7 days. Mumbai is set to get relief from heavy rains as the warning for heavy rainfall due to cyclonic air circulation issued by the weather department ends on July 9. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) however has placed Mumbai, Thane and Palghar under Yellow Alert for July 9 and Raigad under Orange Alert. From July 10 onwards no weather warning is issued and the region will experience regular monsoon activity of light to moderate rains. With the early arrival of monsoon, Mumbai crossed the average June rainfall this year.
