President Murmu and PM Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Fiji and other Pacific Island Countries, focusing on defence, trade, healthcare, and regional security.
The Nicobar Youth Association lauded the inauguration of Sagarika Emporium in Chennai, calling it a symbol of opportunity and pride for island artisans.
A Water Bowl Campaign has been launched across the islands to provide drinking water for stray animals and birds, with authorities urging public participation during the summer months.
A TB screening camp in Campbell Bay conducted 64 X-rays using handheld technology, with plans to expand outreach to remote Nicobar villages under the TB Mukt Bharat campaign.
ANPCC has mandated strict compliance with hazardous waste management rules, warning of penalties and closures for violations in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
A summer skill training programme for students has begun in Car Nicobar, offering hands-on learning in trades like plumbing, carpentry, and tailoring to promote self-reliance and vocational awareness.