In North Andaman’s TV Kullam village, an abandoned steel bridge has left residents struggling for access to schools, healthcare, and markets. Built in 2012 and closed in 2019, the bridge remains untouched despite years of appeals and official visits.
While Delhi enhances its COVID-19 preparedness amid rising concerns, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands maintain a calm and stable health situation in 2025. GB Pant and BJR Hospitals stand equipped, with no reported outbreaks so far.
The Andaman Islands sit on a volatile fault line, making earthquake and tsunami preparedness a pressing need. Recent drills and community training efforts show how the region is gearing up to face natural disasters head-on.
Aging water infrastructure in Sri Vijay Puram disrupts supply; APWD struggles with repairs as dam levels dip and public outcry grows amid ongoing monsoon.