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Legal Awareness Programme held in Mussoorie

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Tehsil Legal Services Authority organised a legal awareness programme at the Government Primary School, Mussoorie

Dateline Dehradun: In a first-of-its-kind Tehsil Legal Services Authority working under the guidance of the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Dehradun organised a legal awareness programme at the Government Primary School, Landour, Mussoorie as per the directions of the Hon’ble High Court of Uttarakhand.

Aimed at legal education and awareness with special focus on Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, the Consumer Protection Act 2019 along with a general discussion on legal literacy the event was well attended by a medley of people from the community  aged sixteen to sixty.

Ld Civil Judge/ Judicial Magistrate, Mussoorie, Shri Shamshad Ali spoke about domestic violence not being  limited to physical violence but discussed a broader definition of the term where mental trauma with the intention to cause harassment, agony and provocation of a woman within a household also found place within the parameters of the need to protect women against domestic violence.

He further spoke on Consumer rights under the Consumer Protection Act and described how deficiency in service and defect in goods were key parameters to avail the protection under the Act as consumers. The awareness towards availing remedies before the District Consumer Dispute Redressal Forums and the importance of ensuring proper bills and invoices are received by consumers at the time of purchase of goods and services were discussed by advocates present at the hour long programme.

The agenda also spread awareness with respect to the invitation of applications from volunteers/social workers/students interested in being Para Legal Volunteers or PLVs. After receiving applications from interested PLVs, the District Legal Services Authority or DLSA would impart legal education and awareness by conducting training and workshops for selected PLVs.

PLVs play a crucial role in spreading awareness amongst the members of society especially the poor and economically weaker sections and bridge the gap between the DLSA and the marginalised sections of society by identifying eligible persons from the public at large. The DLSAs have been formed with the objective to provide free legal aid, advice and services to eligible persons and promote amicable settlements through Lok Adalats. The primary aim behind providing free legal aid to eligible persons is to help poor citizens defend their rights and have access to justice.

Further, the objective behind the exercise was to generate legal awareness through PLVs and promote access to justice amongst those who needed it the most.

Balanced Budget in Line with the Concept of ‘Developed India’: Dr. Vijay Dhasmana

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Chancellor SRHU Dr Vijay Dhasmana

Dateline Dehradun: Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President of Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) Jolly Grant and former Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Uttarakhand, described the Modi government’s first general budget of its third term in 2024 as a balanced budget in line with the concept of ‘Developed India.’

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s achievement symbolizes ‘Nari Shakti’

Dr. Vijay Dhasmana congratulated Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who has become the first female finance minister to present the budget seven times consecutively. Indian culture says, ‘Where women are worshipped, divinity blossoms.’ Her achievement is a symbol of women power and a matter of pride for the entire nation.

Nine Priorities Essential for the Complete Development of the Country

Dr. Vijay Dhasmana stated that this important budget of the Amrit Kaal will set the direction for the government’s work for the next five years. The government’s nine priorities include agriculture, employment and skill development, human resource development and social justice, production and service, energy security, infrastructure, urban development, innovation and research, and next-generation reforms. These priorities aim to fulfill the aspirations of every section of society and the comprehensive development of the country.

Education, Employment, and Skill Development Prioritized

The government has prioritized education, employment, and skill development in this budget. An allocation of ₹1.48 lakh crore has been made, which is 32% more than the previous budget. The Finance Minister’s decision will further strengthen the vision of young India.

Budget to Simplify Higher Education

For the education sector, the Finance Minister has announced a significant initiative of ₹10 lakh education loans for domestic institutions. This will benefit millions of students across the country. The government will cover 3% of the annual loan interest. E-vouchers will be introduced, benefiting one lakh students every year. Additionally, a provision of ₹7.5 lakh ‘Model Skill Loan’ for students has also been made.

Skilled Employees for the Industry

There is a growing need for skilled employees in the industry. To address this, the budget includes a special provision. One crore youths will be trained in the country’s top 500 companies with a monthly stipend of ₹5,000. This is a welcome decision by the government.

‘Healthy India’ Essential for ‘Prosperous India’

Post-COVID, the government has paid special attention to the health sector. The government recognizes that a prosperous India requires a healthy India. Providing significant relief to cancer patients, the government has removed custom duties on three foreign medicines for cancer treatment, making them more affordable. Some medical equipment will also receive exemptions. The Finance Minister’s announcement is commendable.

Promotion of Research and Innovation

A fund of ₹1,00,000 crore has been established for research and innovation. Typically, only government educational institutions received funds for health and technical research. However, this budget proposes to include non-government educational institutions as well. This is a commendable step, as the research conducted in the health sector will directly benefit the general public.

Himalayan Hospital holds Health Camp 

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Services provided by doctors from General Medicine, Pediatrics, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Gynecology, Dermatology, ENT, and Dental departments

Dateline Dehradun: Services were provided by doctors from General Medicine, Pediatrics, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Gynecology, Dermatology, ENT, and Dental departments at a  free health check-up camp organized by the Rural Health Training Center, Gohri Mafi, Raiwala, under Himalayan Hospital Jolly Grant. Approximately 200 patients received consultations at the health check-up camp.

The Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) under Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) conducted the health check-up camp in Gohri Mafi, Raiwala, through its Community Medicine Department. Doctors who provided services included Dr. Shekhar Kushwaha from General Medicine, Dr. Sonam Agarwal from Pediatrics, Dr. Chhavi Garg from Ophthalmology, Dr. Aishwarya Negi from General Surgery, Dr. Vandana Rajput from Gynecology, Dr. Ritu from Dermatology, Dr. Antara Pant from ENT, and Dr. Renu Parmar from Dental Surgery. They provided health consultations to around 200 patients. Registration, sugar level tests, BP, hemoglobin, and various other tests were conducted free of charge.

A notable feature of the camp was the participation of MBBS students who brought villagers to the health camp under the Family Adoption Program. Dr. Ashok Kumar Srivastava, Dr. Abhay Srivastava, Dr. Chirag Joshi, Dr. Avani Gupta, and Dr. Vaibhav Rana played significant roles in the camp’s operation.

Rich Tributes paid to Dr. Swami Rama on Guru Purnima

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On the occasion of Guru Purnima, a Guru Puja was organized at Sadhana Mandir Ashram in Veerbhadra, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama, and Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU).

Dateline Dehradun: On the occasion of Guru Purnima, a Guru Puja was organized at Sadhana Mandir Ashram in Veerbhadra, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama, and Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU).

Followers of the HIHT founder, the late Gurudev Dr. Swami Rama, from across the country and abroad, paid their tributes. After the havan and worship, prasad was distributed.

On Sunday, at the Guru Puja ceremony held on the occasion of Guru Purnima, Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, a member of the HIHT Presidential Committee and President of Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), offered floral tributes to Dr. Swami Rama.

President Dr. Vijay Dhasmana stated that Swami Rama dedicated his entire life to public service and was the academic and spiritual Guru to countless followers. The relationship between Swamiji and his disciples was based on his knowledge, originality, and moral strength, along with his affectionate feelings towards his disciples and selfless sharing of knowledge.

President Dr. Vijay Dhasmana said that the divine light that destroys ignorance is the Guru. In Indian culture, the Guru holds a highly respected position. Throughout Indian history, the role of the Guru has been that of a guide leading society towards reform. The Guru is considered to hold a position even higher than that of God. Continuing the Guru-disciple tradition, SRHU provides scholarships to hundreds of underprivileged and meritorious students in the state every year.

In this context, the Yagna at the ashram concluded with the Purnahuti considered an auspicious religious ceremony. After this, prasad was distributed. During this, Swami Ritavan Bharati, Dr. Vijendra Chauhan, Dr. Prakash Keshaviah, and trustees, employees, disciples, and followers associated with the ashram were present in full force.

CII–UCOST commemorate 14th Environment Summit on Harela

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Past Chairman of CII Uttarakhand State Council and President of SRHU, while speaking at the CII UCOST 14th Environment Summit held here today on the occasion of Harela Festival.

Dehradunl: “Our culture teaches us to respect mother earth, water, air and the environment as a whole,” said Dr Vijay Dhasmana, Past Chairman of CII Uttarakhand State Council and President of SRHU, while speaking at the CII UCOST 14th Environment Summit held on the occasion of Harela Festival. He congratulated the State Government for Uttarakhand securing the top position in the NITI Aayog SDG Index.

Dr Dhasmana further highlighted several replicable initiatives undertaken by SRHU, including water harvesting, rooftop solar installations, energy-saving generators, and green harvesting sewage treatment plants (STPs). He shared that these initiatives not only yield financial benefits but also contribute significantly to environmental conservation.

“Our goal is to create a sustainable business ecosystem in Uttarakhand,” said Kanishk Jain, Chairman of CII Uttarakhand State Council and Executive Director of Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. He shared that the CII Uttarakhand Panel on Sustainability and Environment focuses on energy efficiency, waste management, and renewable energy. The panel collaborates with local industries to develop sustainable strategies that reduce carbon footprints and environmental impact, thereby fostering economic growth through eco-friendly practices.

Vipul Arora, Plant Manager at ITC Limited’s Packaging and Printing Unit in Haridwar, emphasised the importance of individual climate action. “If you want to change the world, start with yourself. Responsible individual climate action is the key to safeguarding our collective future,” he said. Arora also noted ITC’s long-standing commitment to sustainability, being carbon positive for 19 years, water positive for 22 years, and solid waste recycling positive for 17 years.

The first session focussed on sustainable practices in products, packaging, and other initiatives for a greener future, and was moderated by Dr Anil Subba Rao Paila, Vice-Chancellor of IMS Unison University. Key speakers included Dr Kalachand Sain, Director of Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology; Praveen Kumar, EHS Head at ITC Limited, Haridwar; Dr Sanat Kumar, Chief Scientist at CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum; and Shyamal Chatterjee, Plant Manager at Tupperware India Pvt Ltd.

The second session, titled “Towards a Water-Neutral Uttarakhand – Aligning Strategies”, was moderated by Kanishk Jain and featured speakers such as Prashant Kumar Rai, Regional Director for Uttarakhand at the Central Ground Water Board; Prof Brijesh Kumar Yadav, Head of the Department of Hydrology at IIT Roorkee; Nitin Bassi, Senior Programme Lead at the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW); and Amrendra Singh, DGM and Lead Sustainability at Tata Motors, Pantnagar.

A session on combating forest fires was moderated by CA Harshit Gupta, Co-Convener of the CII Uttarakhand Panel on MSME & Economic Development. Speakers included Meera Iyer, Joint Director (FGD) at the Forest Survey of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, and Dr Arijit Roy, Scientist SG & Head of the Disaster Management Science Department at the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS).

In the lead-up to the summit, poster competitions for school children were organised from 1 to 7 June in celebration of World Environment Day, along with a tree plantation drive. Winners of the poster-making competition were felicitated during the summit.

The summit was attended by over 100 delegates from various industries, institutions, academia, NGOs, environmental experts and students, with a total of 18 experts addressing the attendees.

Mahamandaleshwar Swami Ved Bharati Maharaj’s Annual Mahasamadhi Ceremony concludes

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The ninth annual Mahasamadhi ceremony of Brahmaleen Mahamandaleshwar Swami Ved Bharati Maharaj, chief disciple of the Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust (HIHT) founder Dr. Swami Rama and founder of Dhyana Mandiram Trust, was observed with augustness and gravity.

Dateline Rishikesh:  The ninth annual Mahasamadhi ceremony of Brahmaleen Mahamandaleshwar Swami Ved Bharati Maharaj, chief disciple of the Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust (HIHT) founder Dr. Swami Rama and founder of Dhyana Mandiram Trust, was observed with augustness and gravity. On this occasion, saints, disciples, and followers paid rich tributes to him.

The annual Mahasamadhi ceremony commenced on Sunday at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Ashram in Veerbhadra, Rishikesh, with the offering of floral tributes to Brahmaleen Swami Ved Bharati Maharaj. From 9 a.m to 12 p.m, the program included Guru Puja, a tribute assembly, and a saints’ congregation.

Ashram chief Swami Ritavan Bharati Ji highlighted the glorious history of the trust and provided information on the studies, teachings, and research work on meditation, yoga, and philosophy conducted at Sadhaka Grama.

Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President of Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) Jollygrant, reminiscenced about Brahmaleen Swami Ved Bharati and described him as a principal proponent of yoga. Dr. Prakash Keshaviah described him as a high-caliber practitioner and reiterated that his meditation and yoga classes are being conducted in 56 countries.

In the afternoon, hundreds of devotees and followers, along with the saints, partook in the Prasad during the feast.

The ceremony was attended by Swami Prayag Giri, Sadhana Mishra, the Secretary of Dhyana Mandiram Trust, along with members of the saint community, all trustees of Dhyana Mandiram Trust, and disciples and followers of Swamiji from India and abroad.

‘Harela Festival’ celebrated at Swami Rama Himalayan University Jolly Grant

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On the occasion of Uttarakhand's folk festival Harela, Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) Jolly Grant launched a 'Go Green Campus' campaign.

Dateline Dehradun: On the occasion of Uttarakhand’s folk festival Harela, Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) Jolly Grant launched a ‘Go Green Campus’ campaign. During this event, various species of fruit-bearing trees including Jamun, Amla, Harad, Arjun, and Beheda, as well as flowering plants, were planted.

On Tuesday, a plantation drive was conducted on the SRHU campus. In his message, Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, the president of the university, stated that the Harela festival symbolizes nature worship and environmental conservation. He emphasized that the survival of humankind depends on the safety of the environment.

President Dr. Vijay Dhasmana mentioned that the Harela festival also connects the younger generations to their roots. As the youth increasingly forget old festivals, Harela helps reconnect them with their heritage. Celebrating such festivals periodically helps the youth understand the importance of their culture and traditions.

The plantation drive was inaugurated by Vice-Chancellor Dr. Rajendra Dobhal. He urged all members of the university family to consider environmental conservation and cleanliness as their primary duty and to raise awareness about these issues. On this occasion, Registrar Dr. Mukesh Bijalwan, Director (Health Services) of Himalayan Hospital Dr. Hemchandra Pandey, Dr. S.L. Jethani, H.P. Uniyal, Dr. Anuradha Kusum, Dr. D.C. Dhasmana, Rupesh Mehrotra, Principal Dr. Mohit Verma, Dr. Pramod Kumar, Dr. Ganesh Bhatt, and others were present.

Indian classical music held under auspices of Shruti-Sarita

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Under the auspices of Shruti-Sarita Art, "Raga Ragini - 2024" a program of Indian classical music was organized in Rishikesh.

Rishikesh: Under the auspices of Shruti-Sarita Art, “Raga Ragini – 2024” a program of Indian classical music was organized in Rishikesh. This event was held as a traditional Indian classical music gathering. The program commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp in front of the portrait of Dr. Swami Rama. In this traditional session of Indian classical music, talented young singer Sanika Kulkarni from Pune gave her performance.

Sanika mesmerized the audience with her rendition in Raag Bageshree, starting with a composition set in Vilambit Ektaal “Kaun Gat Bhai”, followed by “Shaam Ghan Chhaye” in Addha Teentaal, and then a Tarana in Teentaal.

Following this, she performed the composition “Barsan Lagi” in Raag Miyan Malhar, set in Addha Teentaal, and a Tarana. She then sang a devotional song “Chalo Man Ganga Jamuna Teer”, an Abhang “Amritoni God Naav Tujha Deva”, and concluded the program with a Nirgun Bhajan by Kabir Das, “Hirna Samajh Boojh”. She was accompanied by Santosh Telurkar on the tabla and Shri Rupesh Shree Yal on the harmonium.

Secretary Sadhana Mishra conducted the program. After the event, there were some musical discussions, which provided a new experience for the audience and music students.

Workshop on Statistically Securing Data at SRHU

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An online workshop was organized at Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) Jolly Grant to statistically secure research data.

Dateline Dehradun: An online workshop was organized at Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) Jolly Grant to statistically secure research data. Experts discussed the challenges involved in detail.

The workshop focused on the statistical security of research data conducted at SRHU. Dr. Bindu De, Director of the Research and Development Cell, provided participants with the workshop’s objectives and details. She elaborated on the challenges faced in data analysis, especially with unstructured data.

Experts such as Dr. Anup Kumar, Associate Professor at SGPGI Lucknow, Dr. Amit Kumar Mishra, Assistant Professor at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Lucknow, and Dr. Ashok Kumar Moral, Assistant Professor at Lucknow University, provided detailed insights to participants on accurate data analysis, formulating research questions, hypothesis testing, and the role of statistical methods in ensuring reliability and validity in research.

In the concluding session, Dr. Anup Kumar and Dr. Ashok Moral highlighted the contributions of P. C. Mahalanobis, the father of Indian statistics, and discussed the use of data for decision-making in 2024. During this session, Dr. A.K. Srivastava, Head of the Department of Community Medicine, expressed gratitude to all the resource faculty.

Abhinav Bahuguna and Akanksha Uniyal from the Biostatistics Department contributed to the successful conduct of the week-long workshop.

Himalayan Club Clinches ‘HPL-2024’ Trophy at SRHU

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The Himalayan Club clinched the cricket tournament trophy of the Himalayan Premier League-2024 held at Swami Rama Himalayan University

Dateline Dehradun: The Himalayan Club clinched the cricket tournament trophy of the Himalayan Premier League-2024 held at Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), Jolly Grant. In the final clash, Himalayan Club defeated the Cardio-11 team by 8 wickets. Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, the President, awarded and congratulated the players of both teams.

The Himalayan Premier League-2024 was organized by the SRHU Recreation Club. The HPL tournament, held for staff and faculty, lasted for about one and a half months. More than two dozen teams from various departments of the institution participated. In the final match, Cardio-11 team won the toss and chose to bat first. However, they surrendered to the bowling of the Himalayan Club, getting all out for just 35 runs in 9.5 overs. The Himalayan Club’s batsmen also performed exceptionally, achieving the target in 6.1 overs with only two wickets lost. Ankur from the Himalayan Club was named Man of the Match for taking four wickets for just four runs in three overs. Shubham Negi and Ashish were declared the best batsman and best bowler of HPL-2024, respectively.

Dr. Vijay Dhasmana awarded the winning team, Himalayan Club, with a cheque of 25,000 rupees, while the runners-up, Cardio-11, received a cheque of 18,000 rupees, along with medals and trophies. Dr. Dhasmana praised the remarkable performance of the ‘Himalayan Club’ and congratulated all participating teams for their unwavering sportsmanship and skill. Dr. Prakash Keshaviah, Rupesh Mahrotra, Dr. Vineet Mahrotra, and Dr. Vinesh Agarwal encouraged all the players. Pramod Bola and Shankar served as umpires. The tournament was conducted with the assistance of Amarendra Chaudhary, Pawan Balodi, Devpal Singh, Ashok Negi, Dev Singh, Pramod Garkoti, and Shubhnesh Kukreti.

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