School Wellness Program Expands Across Islands
So far, 1,125 students have been trained and equipped to function as youth advocates for better health. This collaborative initiative between the Directorate of Health Services and the Department of Education is being implemented across middle, secondary, and senior secondary schools.
Island Gears Up for Monsoon: Water Campaign Kicks Off
Led by the Andaman Public Works Department (APWD) and the Directorate of Education, the drive is a four-phase action plan that combines science, community action, and creativity, and brings together students, women stakeholders, local Panchayats, and technical teams under one mission- safeguard every drop.
Bhasker flags medical crisis in Andamans, seeks Chief Secretary’s action
The cost of airlifting a critically ill patient on a stretcher to the mainland stands at approximately ₹4 lakh—an amount Bhaskar says most islanders simply cannot afford
Seeds of Change: Andaman Farmers Explore Oilseed Cultivation
More than 40 different varieties of oilseed crops, ranging from sesame and sunflower to castor, linseed, and safflower, were featured through live field demonstrations. These practical displays according to CIARI has allowed farmers to observe firsthand how the crops grow under the island’s specific agro-climatic conditions.
