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*Directs the concerned engineers to get the bio-soil reprocessed at plant immediately*

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*Chandigarh, November 12:-* Acting tough about the  filling of bio-soil at the low lying area in sector 53, Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh today directed the concerned engineers of MCC to get the bio-soil reprocessed at the plant immediately.

The Commissioner today inspected the site alongwith the engineers and other concerned officers of MCC. There were reports that semi-processed or unprocessed bio-soil was being dumped in the low lying area of sector 53.

After the inspection it was found that the quality of bio-soil filled at the low lying area in sector 53 was not up to the mark. The Commissioner directed the concerned engineers engaged in this project under Solid Waste Management to reprocess the bio-soil immediately at the plant and sought detailed report of processing about the bio-mining project of the legacy waste at dadumajra dump site.

The Commissioner also directed the engineers to take other remedial steps at the site and lift all semi-processed solid waste for reprocessing at the plant.

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Chandigarh November 09, 2024

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The Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) of Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh, in association with various university departments, including SAIF/CIL, Environmental Studies, Geology, and the Central Placement Cell, celebrated National Entrepreneurship Day, today.

Director (Technology) of the Indian Semiconductor Mission, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, Dr. Manish Kumar Hooda was the Chief Guest.

The event was held to inspire students, researchers and faculty members to embrace entrepreneurship as a pathway to innovation and success. The event featured a series of motivational talks by successful entrepreneurs and experts from various sectors.

In his address, Dr. Manish Kumar Hooda spoke about the critical role of innovative ideas in shaping his entrepreneurial journey. He emphasised that the most important is ideation as the success of any start-up venture is based on the originality of the idea of a budding entrepreneur. He stressed the need for creativity and strategic thinking to turn ideas into reality. He spoke about his latest project of Semicon India and his conviction to produce semiconductor chips in India.

PU Registrar Prof. Y. P. Verma, in his inaugural address, highlighted the importance of the “Three P’s” – Passion, Perseverance and Patience, as the key qualities for the success of any entrepreneurial venture. He encouraged the audience to adopt these principles for long-term success.

Global Senior Director at Jaguar Land Rover, North America, Dr. Amandeep S. Bhullar shared 10 essential points that aspiring entrepreneurs should keep in mind when starting a business or a startup.

Founder of Vardhman Chemtech and Chief Strategist at Kinvan Pvt. Ltd. Mr. Suyog Jain shared his entrepreneurial journey, detailing the challenges he faced and how he overcame them to successfully execute high-profile projects, including one recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Mr. Gautam Madhok, Managing Director of Higgs Healthcare Ltd., narrated his experience of manufacturing the Form Fill Seal (FFS) machine in India. He shared how he was able to reduce the cost of manufacturing to one-tenth of that of the German suppliers and, eventually, became the largest exporter of FFS machines in India.

Mr. Deepak Bagai, owner of the Asiatic Centre of Gemological Services, spoke about the fascinating world of gemstones and the opportunities in the field of gemology, urging students to explore careers in this unique industry. 

Prof. Narinder Singh, of the Department of Chemistry, IIT, Ropar spoke on the crucial skills required for successful lab-to-industry research transitions, urging students and researchers to develop skills that make them industry-ready.

Earlier, the proceedings began with welcome remarks and an introduction to the theme of the event by Prof Ganga Ram Chaudhary, President of the IIC. He emphasised the importance of entrepreneurship in today’s rapidly evolving world.

The event was attended by over 100 participants, including students, faculty and professionals from industries, all of whom found the lectures motivating and inspiring.

The speakers’ experiences and insights provided valuable knowledge on the path to becoming a successful entrepreneur, offering guidance on overcoming obstacles, fostering innovation, and scaling businesses.

The National Entrepreneurship Day celebration successfully provided a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to connect with industry leaders, gain valuable insights, and be motivated to embark on their own entrepreneurial journeys. IIC, through this meaningful celebration of the “National Entrepreneurship day’ under the dynamic leadership of Prof. Ganga Ram Choudhary jointly convened by Prof. Gurmeet Kaur (Covenor IIC), Dr. Rajeev Kumar, Chairperson (Environment Studies), Dr Mahesh Thakur (Geology), Dr Bunty Sharma (SAIF/CII). In addition to students, the event witnessed the vibrant presence of many faculty members, researchers and staff members.

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*Chandigarh, November 1:-* The Fire & Rescue Services Department, MC, Chandigarh has received 20 emergency calls on Diwali night, marking the lowest number of incidents in the last 3 years. 4 minor injuries were reported .

 As of November 1, a total of 20 distress calls related to fire accidents and emergencies were reported from across the city, a significant decrease from previous years as last year reported 22 emergency calls on Diwali.

Speaking about the decrease in fire related incidents, MC Commissioner, Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, said that there was no major fire incident reported as the MC had meticulously devised a comprehensive plan to ensure the safety and security of the city. 

He further said that the entire city was strategically divided into 07 Fire Zones, each under the jurisdiction of the respective Station Fire Officer. This mobilization plan ensured efficient coverage and quick response times across all areas.

The Commissioner said that specialized fire vehicles were strategically deployed for standby duties at venues experiencing heavy footfall and in vulnerable areas. These locations were including Patel Market Sec-15, Plaza Sector-17, Sadar/Palika Bazar Sector-19, Aroma Light Point (also covering Shashtri Market Sector-22), Grain Market Sector-26, Main Bazar Manimajra, and Solid Waste Processing Plant, Sec. 25, Chandigarh.

The Fire vehicles were also stationed at 12 cracker sites as earmarked by the District Magistrate, UT Chandigarh to ensure the safety of festivities at these locations. To maximize deployment, the leave/rest of operational staff was restricted from 30th October to 1st November 2024, ensuring a robust workforce during the crucial period.

He urged citizens to cooperate with the department and follow safety guidelines for a secure and enjoyable festive season ahead also.

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*Commissioner extends Diwali wishes to all employees of MC and citizens of city beautiful*

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*Chandigarh, October 30:-* Extending Diwali gift to 42 Safai karmacharis, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh promoted them as Sanitary Jamadar in the existing pay level-1 as per 7th CPC as per notification dated 29.03.2023.

Issuing the promotional orders, Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Commissioner, MC, Chandigarh said that the promotions were due and as per the recommendation of the departmental promotion committee, these 42 Safaikarmcharis have been promoted. He extended Diwali wishes to all the Safaikarmcharis, the city’s unsung heroes-the ones who tirelessly keep the streets clean and hygienic.

The Commissioner also distributed Jaggery, Oil and Soap to the Safaikarmacharis. He also extended Diwali wishes to all the citizens of city beautiful with an appeal to celebrate this year Green Diwali to keep the environment clean and avoid fire crackers as much as possible.

The promotees were among Smt. Laxmi, Biram Pal, Bishan, Babu, Roshan Lal, Prithvi, Prem Singh, Jagbir, Joginder, Rajkumar , Ranbir, Partap, Kabul, Ramesh, Jai Bhawan, Rishi Pal, Rajbir, Meher Chand, Ramesh, Pappu, Rakesh, Jangi, Pardeep, Neena, Raghbir, Mangat, Raj pal, Karam Singh, Yudhbir, Chander pal, Lal chand, Ram Parkash, Raj Kumar, Ram Kumar, Madan kumar, Sunil, Narinder, Rajbir, Dhanpat, Kuldeep, Leela and Siri Pal.

The Commissioner also distributed Sweets to the inmates of Kusht Ashram, Sector 31 and Old age home at sector 15 and extended those warm wishes of Diwali. Making this Diwali more inclusive, all the sweets have been made in the Jails of Chandigarh. The Safaimitras expressed their joy of celebrating Diwali with Commissioner by quoting that their presence and support truly made this festival shine even brighter this year.

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