The Wave Andaman Analysis : A Deepening Drug Crisis in the Andamans
We often see news alerts on drug busts, shake our heads, and move on. But this is not just a law-and-order problem. It’s a deep-rooted social and psychological crisis. And we need to talk about it, not tomorrow, not next month- now.
Andaman and Nicobar’s First Open Chess Tournament Kicks Off
Parents, coaches, and chess enthusiasts turned up in large numbers to witness the matches, lending a festive and competitive spirit to the event.
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
