Women's Participation in Plastic Waste Segregation

   Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched a comprehensive nationwide awareness campaign - Swachhata Hi Seva 2019 on cleanliness in Mathura. Special emphasis is being given to 'Plastic waste awareness and management' under SHS 2019. 

 

   It is being held from September 11 to October 2, 2019. The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan aims to dedicate an Open Defecation Free (ODF) India on the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. 

   The launch of SHS was organized jointly by the Animal Husbandry and Milk Production and Drinking Water and Sanitation Departments of the Central Government and the Government of Uttar Pradesh. 

  The Prime Minister also went to the Livestock Health Science Fair, where he witnessed the surgery of cows to remove plastic waste from their stomachs. She then interacted with a group of women from Uttar Pradesh, who segregated plastic waste and placed them in recyclable and nonrecyclable categories. 

   The Prime Minister himself participated in the work of segregating plastic waste there. Addressing around 20,000 farmers, sarpanches, women's groups and cleaners, the Prime Minister called on all citizens to free their homes, offices and workplaces from the single use of plastic. Drawing public attention to the dangerous effects of such plastics on the health of the environment, animals and water animals, he said that when going out for shopping, use clothes or jute bags and use metal or clay to drink water in offices. Use glasses. 

   He asked the people to collect a fixed set of all plastic waste from their surroundings and ensure its safe disposal with the help of local administration during sanitation service. Addressing the gathering, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath talked about the positive effects of Swachh Bharat Mission, about the contribution of Swachh Bharat Mission in eastern Uttar Pradesh to overcome the deadly disease of encephalitis. 

  He said that with the significant increase in the scope of cleanliness under the Swachh Bharat Mission, the goal of freeing India from plastic waste will be achieved on the lines of ODF India. On this occasion, Union Water Power Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said that the whole world is eagerly waiting for the day when India will become ODF. 

   He said that the Swachhata Hi Seva 2019 campaign would go a long way in creating widespread awareness about plastic waste and its collection, recycling and disposal and would create a new mass movement for conservation of environment under the inspiring leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Milk Production Giriraj Singh, Minister of State for Water Power Ratan Lal Kataria, other ministers of the state and local MPs and MLAs also participated in the program.

India Will Fix 26 Million Hectares of Degraded Land by 2030

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that 'India from now on has the ambition to recover 21 million hectares to 26 million hectares of degraded land by 2030'. In view of this, 26 million hectares of highly degraded land land productivity and bio-system is restored. Attention will be paid to Under this, degraded arable, forest and other fallow lands will be kept in the center. 

 

   Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the high-level meeting of the United Nations Conference on the Prevention of Desertification at the Expo Mart, Greater Noida. 

  On this occasion, the Prime Minister reiterated India's commitment to address all three major issues of the Rio Conference. He said that India has hosted global meetings through coop for all three conferences. 

  The Prime Minister said, "Taking further steps, India will be happy to propose initiatives for South-South cooperation in addressing the issues of climate change, biodiversity and land degradation." 

   Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Land Erosion Control Targeting Program In relation to creating a global technical support institute for capacity building and support of UNCCD member countries. Announced the Indian proposal. He said, "I am happy to say that India will be happy to assist other friendly countries in developing land reclamation strategies through affordable satellite and space technology." 

  Underlining the importance of water, Narendra Modi called on the leadership of UNCCD to think of a global water agenda, which is essential for the land degradation control strategy.He said, 'When we solve the problem of degraded land, we also solve the problem of water scarcity. Increasing water supply, replenishing water, reducing water wastage and maintaining soil moisture are part of the land and water strategy. '
   Minister Prakash Javadekar, at the outset of his statement, praised the Prime Minister's efforts towards green activities, saying, "The Prime Minister played a leading role in the Paris Summit." They are the driving force of India's ambitious program to achieve 175 GW of renewable energy generation. '
   The Environment Minister said that COP-14 has emerged as a world forum to discuss the most important environmental issues. He said, "More than 190 countries, 100 ministers and 8000 participants from all over the world have united in UNCCD COP-14 to discuss and promote land restoration and climate."
   On this occasion, Saint Vincent and the Prime Minister of Grenadines Ralph Gonzalvis, UN Secretary-General Ms. Amina Jane Mohammed, UNCCD Executive Secretary Abraham Thaiv, Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Prakash Javadekar, Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Babu Supriyo and other dignitaries were present.

Cooperation in Making New Tourism Policy For Ladakh

   Union Minister of State for Culture and Tourism Prahlad Singh Patel said that the Ministry of Tourism will extend full cooperation to the local administration in formulating a new tourism policy for Ladakh. 

 

   He said that if needed, the officials of the Ministry would travel to Ladakh every month to provide support and assistance in this matter. In Leh Yatra,

   Union Minister of State for Culture and Tourism (Independent Charge) Prahlad Singh Patel held a meeting with all local stakeholders in Ladakh. Smt. Meenakshi Sharma, DG, Tourism Department; Ms. Rupinder Brar, ADG, Tourism Department, Principal Secretary, J&K Tourism Naveen Kumar Chaudhary and senior officials of Ministry of Tourism and officials of local bodies were present. 

   Shri Patel said that at present only 14 monuments of Ladakh region are under the protection of ASI. The Ministry intends to double or triple this number. There are many monuments in Ladakh and Kargil region which should be protected by ASI. Local stakeholders appreciated Mr. Patel's visit to Ladakh at the meeting. 

   The local people demanded better connectivity, better infrastructure, tax exemption, etc. to give a boost to the tourism industry. Mr. Patel assured him of the full cooperation of the Ministry and the Government of India. In the meeting, Joint Director General of Tourism Ministry Vikas Rusti gave a presentation on the work plan to promote tourism in Ladakh region. It showed that Ladakh has the potential to attract tourists from all over the world. Ladakh has been given a special place in the Atulya Bharat Abhiyan.

University Power House of Progress of New India

   Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu said that in the speeches of the President, there is repeated talk of education. For them, education is a medium of empowerment. He wants our universities to be a power house for progress towards a new India. He remains optimistic about scientific institutions.

 

  The Vice President said that books of speeches chosen by the President are a compilation of his wisdom. Quoting from the book on India's resolve to protect the sovereignty of the country, the Vice President said that India has always upheld the values ​​of peace and cooperation. He warned that those who attacked India would be given a proper response. 

   Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu called on people to play an active role in removing social evils such as untouchability and gender discrimination, expressing concern over social evils. He said that there is a need to bring together the best talent, ideas and innovative capabilities available in the country to ensure inclusive and sustainable development.
   The Vice President was releasing two books 'The Republican Ethic' (Volume-2) and 'The Voice of Democracy' (Volume-2) on select speeches of President Ramnath Kovind at the Pravasi Bharatiya Kendra in New Delhi. 

   The Vice President said that India stands at the turning point of history from where it can take a leap towards inclusive development while facing major challenges and obstacles. The Vice President said that maintaining values ​​and policies in public life is important for the people. He said that President Ramnath Kovind about this and my thinking is same. 

   The Vice President said that he has seen the essence, vision, ambition, hopes and nature of the nation in the President's addresses on several occasions. They have clarity of thought, ability to analyze. In all the speeches of the President, whether it is addressing the names of the nation or traveling abroad or education, there is a synergy in all. Shri Naidu said that the President always reminds us of the contribution of the Annadars i.e. farmers, scientists, professional people and brave soldiers. 

   The Vice President said that in the speeches of the President, there is talk of education repeatedly. For them, education is a medium of empowerment. He wants our universities to be a power house for progress towards a new India. He remains optimistic about scientific institutions. The Vice President said that as a lawyer, the President is conscious of the powers and challenges of the advocacy profession. The President believes in social change through constitutional methods. President Kovind emphasizes the ability of the legal profession to deliver justice to the poorest of the poor. 

   He said that the President expects a high level of resolution from the officials, as the officials play an important role in providing the fruits of democratic constitution to the people. He said that Mr. Kovind has inspired hundreds of young officers of various services to provide social justice. 

   The Vice President congratulated the Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar and his team for publishing the compilation of speeches of the President. Environment, Forest and Climate Change and Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Thawarchand Gehlot, Information and Broadcasting Secretary Amit Khare and Principal Director General of Publications Department Smt. Sadhana Raut and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Use of Technology as a Teaching Aid

   The Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today, interacted with the recipients of National Teacher Awards 2018, at LokKalyan Marg New Delhi. 

   The Prime Minister congratulated the award winners for their exceptional work. He urged them to continue striving hard to transform the life of every student. 

  During the interaction, Prime Minister talked about the importance of using technology as a teaching aid. He asked the teachers to encourage brainstorming amongst the students to find solutions for the variousday to day problems. 

  He urged the awardees to give every child an opportunity, and not to bind the students down. The Prime Minister stressed on the need to stimulate creativity amongst students. He pointed out that encouraging creativity will act as self-motivation for children and enable them to compete with oneself. He added that it is important to understand student’s perspective about various issues. 

   He asked the teachers to keep the student inside each one of them alive and to keep learning. Interacting with the Prime Minister, the awardees narrated their transformational work in bringing about positive change in the schools. They also mentioned how Atal Tinkering Labs have enabled students to innovate and utilize technology. The Union Minister of Human Resource Development Ramesh Pokhriyal and Minister of State for Human Resource Development, Sanjay Shamrao Dhotre, were also present on the occasion.

Even After 72 Years, 18 to 20 Percent People are Below the Poverty Line

    Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu advised political parties to come forward with long-term structural programs to speed up the country's economic growth, rather than bringing in schemes for the temporary benefit keeping in mind the populist and vote. 

 

   At the Meet and Greet event organized by friends and well-wishers in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh in the joy of completing 2 years of the post of Vice President, 

  Vice President Shri Naidu said that even after 72 years of independence, 18 to 20 percent people are living below the poverty line. And about 20 percent people remain uneducated.
   The Vice President expressed his desire that political parties focus on improving the basic amenities of the people, ensure quality medical services and educational facilities, try to reduce gender discrimination and discrimination in society and urban and rural divisions. Mr. Naidu suggested political parties to be patient and tolerant of public opinion. 

  He said that political parties should respect the opponents and accept structural programs with an open mind. He said that resorting to violence or attacking someone unfairly is harmful to democracy. The Vice President called for an initiative to reform the legislature, executive and judiciary to make India an exemplary country in parliamentary democracy. 

   He said that there is a need to improve service delivery, reduce the delay in the functioning of the judiciary and ensure the completion of legislative and parliamentary functioning without any hurdles. He said that ultimately delivery of services to people on time matters. 

   The Vice President emphasized the change in thinking, attitude and behavior of people at various levels and urged people to renounce their sense of self-interest and adopt a positive and structural attitude. Emphasizing the growing enthusiasm and interest of India around the world, the Vice President expressed confidence that a 2-digit growth rate can be achieved if people start working in a structural manner. 

   Referring to the removal of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir, the Vice President called it a general reorganization of the state. Stating that Article 370 was a temporary provision of the Constitution, he said that it was a national issue, not a political one. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kishan Reddy, Andhra Pradesh Irrigation Minister Shri P. Anil Kumar Yadav, MPs Prabhakar Reddy and Durga Prasad, several MLAs and other senior officials were present on the occasion.

Fit India Should Become National Movement

    Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu has said that PV Sindhu is the pride of the nation. Players like him are exemplary examples for the youth. 

 

   Vice President BWF World Champion P.V. Talking to media after Sindhu met her parents at the Vice President's residence in Hyderabad. Ms. Sindhu is the first Indian to win a gold medal in this competition. 

  The Vice President appreciated the hard work, dedication and commitment of the 24-year-old badminton star, saying that Indus is a source of inspiration for all the countrymen. Praising Sindhu for taking pure food, strict disciplined practice to achieve its goal, 

   The Vice President said that the call of Fit India made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi should become a national movement. They are suitable, time friendly and desired. 

   The Vice President said that India has got population benefits. 65 percent of its population is under 35 years of age. He said that it is necessary to have healthy, active and useful youth power to take the country to new heights. 

  Vice President said that efforts like Fit India are highly relevant at a time when non-communicable diseases are increasing due to changes in modern lifestyle and food habits. He said that fitness of body and mind not only keeps the person alert and smart but gives them strength to achieve the goals and becomes socially useful. He added that to become a prosperous nation, it is a necessary precondition to becoming a healthy nation.

Arif Mohammad Khan Governor of Kerala

   President Ramnath Kovind has made the following appointments / changes. Arif Mohammad Khan has been appointed the Governor of Kerala. 

 

   The Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Kalraj Mishra, has been transferred. He has been appointed as the Governor of Rajasthan. 

   Similarly, Bhagat Singh Koshiyari has been appointed as the Governor of Maharashtra. Bandaru Dattatreya has been made the Governor of Himachal Pradesh. 

   Similarly, Dr. Tamilisai Sundararajan has been appointed as the Governor of Telangana. The above appointments will be deemed effective from the date of joining the office.