Shilpgram Museum
Literally meaning a "Craftsmen's Village" is a living ethnographic museum depicting the enormous diversities in craft, art & culture between various Indian states, but the exquisite terracotta work mainly in dark red and dark brown sand material along with the wooden carvings are the forte of this ethnic village . Shilpgram comprises 26 huts set in 70 acres of natural surroundings at the foot of the Aravali Hills.A colourful craft festival during winter seasons to the whole set up induces viatanity and zeal.
Situated 3 kms west of Udaipur near the Havala village is the Centre's Shilpgram - the Rural Arts and Crafts Complex. Spread over an undulating terrain of 130 bighas (70 Acres) of land and surrounded by the Aravallies, the Rural Arts and Crafts Complex is conceived as a living enthnographic museum to depict the lifestyles of the folk and tribal people of the West Zone. Within this complex, huts of the member states are constructed incorporating traditional architectural features of different geographical and ethnic groups residing within the West Zone of India comprising of five Federal States.
One of the important objectives of Shilpgram is in the sphere of increasing awareness and knowledge of rural life and crafts, specifically, for the younger generation. Special emphasis is laid on workshops for children on arts, crafts, theatre and music.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Museums in Udaipur
City Palace Museum
The main part of the palace is now preserved as a museum displaying a large and diverse array of artefacts. Down steps from the entrance is the armoury museum exhibiting a huge collection of protective gear, weapons including the lethal two-pronged sword.
The City Palace museum is then entered through the Ganesh Deori meaning the door of Lord Ganesh. This leads to the Rajya Angan, the royal courtyard that is the very spot where Maharana Udai Singh met the sage who told him to find a city here. The rooms of the palace are superbly decorated with mirror tiles and paintings.
Manak Mahal or the Ruby Palace has a lovely collection of glass and mirror work while Krishna Vilas display a rich collection of miniature paintings. Moti Mahal or the pearl palace has beautiful mirror work and the Chini Mahal has ornamental tiles all over.
The Surya Chopar or the sun square depicts a huge ornamental sun symbolising the sun dynasty to which the Mewar dynasty belongs. The Bari Mahal is a central garden with view of the city. Some more beautiful paintings can be seen in the Zenana Mahal or the ladies chamber, which leads to Lakshmi Chowk a beautiful white pavilion.
The main part of the palace is now preserved as a museum displaying a large and diverse array of artefacts. Down steps from the entrance is the armoury museum exhibiting a huge collection of protective gear, weapons including the lethal two-pronged sword.
The City Palace museum is then entered through the Ganesh Deori meaning the door of Lord Ganesh. This leads to the Rajya Angan, the royal courtyard that is the very spot where Maharana Udai Singh met the sage who told him to find a city here. The rooms of the palace are superbly decorated with mirror tiles and paintings.
Manak Mahal or the Ruby Palace has a lovely collection of glass and mirror work while Krishna Vilas display a rich collection of miniature paintings. Moti Mahal or the pearl palace has beautiful mirror work and the Chini Mahal has ornamental tiles all over.
The Surya Chopar or the sun square depicts a huge ornamental sun symbolising the sun dynasty to which the Mewar dynasty belongs. The Bari Mahal is a central garden with view of the city. Some more beautiful paintings can be seen in the Zenana Mahal or the ladies chamber, which leads to Lakshmi Chowk a beautiful white pavilion.
Monuments & Havelies in Udaipur
Maharana Pratap Memorial
This is a very congenial old building built right on the waterfront of Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat. Amir Chand Badwa, the Prime Minister of Mewar built it in the eighteenth century. The palace has over hundred rooms and some very interesting display of costumes and modern art. The glass and mirror in the interiors of the Haveli delicate work and well preserved too. It also preserves a fine example of Mewar Painting on the walls of Queen's Chamber. The two peacocks made from small pieces of colored glasses are fine examples of glasswork.
After the death Badwa the building became the property of Mewar State. It came to be occupied by Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore who built the palace of the three arches also in 1878 and it acquired its name of Bagore-ki-haveli, the house of Bagore. After independence the structure lay in neglect until 1986 when it housed the West Zone Cultural centre.
The haveli now stages delightful evening's entertainment; the pleasurable performance of Rajasthani traditional dance and music in the moody surroundings of the haveli. It is an ideal place for an evening entertainment while enjoying the view of Lake Pichola.
This is a very congenial old building built right on the waterfront of Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat. Amir Chand Badwa, the Prime Minister of Mewar built it in the eighteenth century. The palace has over hundred rooms and some very interesting display of costumes and modern art. The glass and mirror in the interiors of the Haveli delicate work and well preserved too. It also preserves a fine example of Mewar Painting on the walls of Queen's Chamber. The two peacocks made from small pieces of colored glasses are fine examples of glasswork.
After the death Badwa the building became the property of Mewar State. It came to be occupied by Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore who built the palace of the three arches also in 1878 and it acquired its name of Bagore-ki-haveli, the house of Bagore. After independence the structure lay in neglect until 1986 when it housed the West Zone Cultural centre.
The haveli now stages delightful evening's entertainment; the pleasurable performance of Rajasthani traditional dance and music in the moody surroundings of the haveli. It is an ideal place for an evening entertainment while enjoying the view of Lake Pichola.
Monuments & Havelies in Udaipur
Bagore-Ki-Haveli
This is a very congenial old building built right on the waterfront of Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat. Amir Chand Badwa, the Prime Minister of Mewar built it in the eighteenth century. The palace has over hundred rooms and some very interesting display of costumes and modern art. The glass and mirror in the interiors of the Haveli delicate work and well preserved too. It also preserves a fine example of Mewar Painting on the walls of Queen's Chamber. The two peacocks made from small pieces of colored glasses are fine examples of glasswork.
After the death Badwa the building became the property of Mewar State. It came to be occupied by Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore who built the palace of the three arches also in 1878 and it acquired its name of Bagore-ki-haveli, the house of Bagore. After independence the structure lay in neglect until 1986 when it housed the West Zone Cultural centre.
The haveli now stages delightful evening's entertainment; the pleasurable performance of Rajasthani traditional dance and music in the moody surroundings of the haveli. It is an ideal place for an evening entertainment while enjoying the view of Lake Pichola.
This is a very congenial old building built right on the waterfront of Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat. Amir Chand Badwa, the Prime Minister of Mewar built it in the eighteenth century. The palace has over hundred rooms and some very interesting display of costumes and modern art. The glass and mirror in the interiors of the Haveli delicate work and well preserved too. It also preserves a fine example of Mewar Painting on the walls of Queen's Chamber. The two peacocks made from small pieces of colored glasses are fine examples of glasswork.
After the death Badwa the building became the property of Mewar State. It came to be occupied by Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore who built the palace of the three arches also in 1878 and it acquired its name of Bagore-ki-haveli, the house of Bagore. After independence the structure lay in neglect until 1986 when it housed the West Zone Cultural centre.
The haveli now stages delightful evening's entertainment; the pleasurable performance of Rajasthani traditional dance and music in the moody surroundings of the haveli. It is an ideal place for an evening entertainment while enjoying the view of Lake Pichola.
Forts & Palaces in Udaipur
The Lake Palace
The Lake Palace is located on the Jag Niwas Island and covers the whole of 1.5 hectare of the island in the middle of the Pichola Lake. Built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1743 it was meant as a royal summer palace and now converted in to a five star palace hotel. Advertise Here It is a magical palace and its image in the middle of the lake is like a leaf straight out of a fairy tale book with an excellent taste of intricate craftsmanship and the ethnic themes using the textiles and handicrafts all over highlight the beauty that is simply beyond compare the lake around makes a pleasant murmur with its rippling waves and lapping that adds to the mesmerising moments.
The Lake Palace is one of the most beautiful palaces in the world, arising out of the Turquoise Waters of the Pichola like an elegant fantasy in white marble. The Lake palace was built in the 17th century on a natural foundation of 4 acers of rock. It was initially called Jaginwas after its founder Maharana Jagjit Singh.
The Maharana, ruler of Jaipur from 1628 to 1654, was very friendly with Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and encouraged his craftsmen to copy some of the glories of his incomparable buildings at Agra. The successive rulers used this cool haven as their summer resort, holding their regal durbars in its courtyards.
These courtyards lined with columns, pillared terraces, fountains and gardens all add to its impressive image. The rooms are decorated with cusped arches, inland stones of pink, and green lotus leaves and painted mirrors.
apartments like the Bada Mahal, Kush Mahal, Ajjan Niwas, Phool Mahal and Dhola Mahal. All enhance the romance of the elegant setting. Among the facilities available are swimming pool, conference hall and a bar. Other events of recreation organised here are excursions in and around and a bar other events of recreation organised here are excursions in and around Udaipur.
The Lake Palace is located on the Jag Niwas Island and covers the whole of 1.5 hectare of the island in the middle of the Pichola Lake. Built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1743 it was meant as a royal summer palace and now converted in to a five star palace hotel. Advertise Here It is a magical palace and its image in the middle of the lake is like a leaf straight out of a fairy tale book with an excellent taste of intricate craftsmanship and the ethnic themes using the textiles and handicrafts all over highlight the beauty that is simply beyond compare the lake around makes a pleasant murmur with its rippling waves and lapping that adds to the mesmerising moments.
The Lake Palace is one of the most beautiful palaces in the world, arising out of the Turquoise Waters of the Pichola like an elegant fantasy in white marble. The Lake palace was built in the 17th century on a natural foundation of 4 acers of rock. It was initially called Jaginwas after its founder Maharana Jagjit Singh.
The Maharana, ruler of Jaipur from 1628 to 1654, was very friendly with Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and encouraged his craftsmen to copy some of the glories of his incomparable buildings at Agra. The successive rulers used this cool haven as their summer resort, holding their regal durbars in its courtyards.
These courtyards lined with columns, pillared terraces, fountains and gardens all add to its impressive image. The rooms are decorated with cusped arches, inland stones of pink, and green lotus leaves and painted mirrors.
apartments like the Bada Mahal, Kush Mahal, Ajjan Niwas, Phool Mahal and Dhola Mahal. All enhance the romance of the elegant setting. Among the facilities available are swimming pool, conference hall and a bar. Other events of recreation organised here are excursions in and around and a bar other events of recreation organised here are excursions in and around Udaipur.
Forts & Palaces in Udaipur
Fateh Prakash Palace
Fateh Prakash Palace
It's like being cocooned in authentic royal luxury at the Fateh Prakash Palace, the grand heritage palace of the HRH group. The warmth of royal hospitality greets you as you walk along the corridors lined with large paintings of the Mewar school that flourished in the seventeenth through nineteenth century. Advertise Here The lake facing suites in the turrets are suitably appointed with four poster beds and period furniture, festooned with maroon velvet curtains and delicate silk tassels. It's a legacy kept alive since the early decades of the twentieth century when Maharana Fateh Singh (period of reign : 1884 - 1935) used to be the royal occupant of this palace. Till date the formality of royal occasions are maintained.
Fateh Prakash Palace
It's like being cocooned in authentic royal luxury at the Fateh Prakash Palace, the grand heritage palace of the HRH group. The warmth of royal hospitality greets you as you walk along the corridors lined with large paintings of the Mewar school that flourished in the seventeenth through nineteenth century. Advertise Here The lake facing suites in the turrets are suitably appointed with four poster beds and period furniture, festooned with maroon velvet curtains and delicate silk tassels. It's a legacy kept alive since the early decades of the twentieth century when Maharana Fateh Singh (period of reign : 1884 - 1935) used to be the royal occupant of this palace. Till date the formality of royal occasions are maintained.
Forts & Palaces in Udaipur
The City Palace
City Palace
City Palace towers over the Pichola Lake. Maharana Uday Singh initiated in the construction of the palace but succeeding Maharanas added several palaces and structures to the complex retained a surprising uniformity to the design. The entry to the Palace is from the Hati Pol, the Elephant gate.
The Bari Pol or the Big gate brings you to the Tripolia, the Triple gate. It was once a custom that the Maharana would weigh under this gate in gold and silver, which was distributed to the populace. It is also now the main ticket office. Balconies, cupolas and towers surmount the palace to give a wonderful view of the lake.
Suraj Gokhada or the balcony of the sun is where the Maharana would grant public audiences mainly to boost the morale of the people in difficult times. The Mor Chawk is the peacock square and gains its name from the vivid blue mosaic in glass of a peacock that decorates its walls.
The main part of the palace is now preserved as a museum displaying a large and diverse array of artefacts. Down steps from the entrance is the armoury museum exhibiting a huge collection of protective gear, weapons including the lethal two-pronged sword. The City Palace museum is then entered through the Ganesh Deori meaning the door of Lord Ganesh.
This leads to the Rajya Angan, the royal courtyard that is the very spot where Maharana Udai Singh met the sage who told him to find a city here. The rooms of the palace are superbly decorated with mirror tiles and paintings. Manak Mahal or the Ruby Palace has a lovely collection of glass and mirror work while Krishna Vilas display a rich collection of miniature paintings.
Moti Mahal or the pearl palace has beautiful mirror work and the Chini Mahal has ornamental tiles all over. The Surya Chopar or the sun square depicts a huge ornamental sun symbolising the sun dynasty to which the Mewar dynasty belongs. The Bari Mahal is a central garden with view of the city. Some more beautiful paintings can be seen in the Zenana Mahal or the ladies chamber, which leads to Lakshmi Chowk a beautiful white pavilion.
City Palace
City Palace towers over the Pichola Lake. Maharana Uday Singh initiated in the construction of the palace but succeeding Maharanas added several palaces and structures to the complex retained a surprising uniformity to the design. The entry to the Palace is from the Hati Pol, the Elephant gate.
The Bari Pol or the Big gate brings you to the Tripolia, the Triple gate. It was once a custom that the Maharana would weigh under this gate in gold and silver, which was distributed to the populace. It is also now the main ticket office. Balconies, cupolas and towers surmount the palace to give a wonderful view of the lake.
Suraj Gokhada or the balcony of the sun is where the Maharana would grant public audiences mainly to boost the morale of the people in difficult times. The Mor Chawk is the peacock square and gains its name from the vivid blue mosaic in glass of a peacock that decorates its walls.
The main part of the palace is now preserved as a museum displaying a large and diverse array of artefacts. Down steps from the entrance is the armoury museum exhibiting a huge collection of protective gear, weapons including the lethal two-pronged sword. The City Palace museum is then entered through the Ganesh Deori meaning the door of Lord Ganesh.
This leads to the Rajya Angan, the royal courtyard that is the very spot where Maharana Udai Singh met the sage who told him to find a city here. The rooms of the palace are superbly decorated with mirror tiles and paintings. Manak Mahal or the Ruby Palace has a lovely collection of glass and mirror work while Krishna Vilas display a rich collection of miniature paintings.
Moti Mahal or the pearl palace has beautiful mirror work and the Chini Mahal has ornamental tiles all over. The Surya Chopar or the sun square depicts a huge ornamental sun symbolising the sun dynasty to which the Mewar dynasty belongs. The Bari Mahal is a central garden with view of the city. Some more beautiful paintings can be seen in the Zenana Mahal or the ladies chamber, which leads to Lakshmi Chowk a beautiful white pavilion.
Places To Visit Around Chittorgarh
Mandalgarh
The Fort of Mandalgarh, situated at a distance of 54 Kms from Chittorgarh city, is of historical importance because it was the scene of many a fierce battle during the mediaeval times.
The Fort of Mandalgarh is considered as the oldest fort in rajasthan.
To the North-West is a fort about half a mile in length with a low rampart wall and bastions encircling the crest of the hill on which it stands .The fort is said to have been constructed by a chief of the Balnote Clan of Rajputs ( a branch of solankis). The fort houses a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and other hindu gods. There is also a large pond in the Fort which was the source of water in old times.
The Fort of Mandalgarh, situated at a distance of 54 Kms from Chittorgarh city, is of historical importance because it was the scene of many a fierce battle during the mediaeval times.
The Fort of Mandalgarh is considered as the oldest fort in rajasthan.
To the North-West is a fort about half a mile in length with a low rampart wall and bastions encircling the crest of the hill on which it stands .The fort is said to have been constructed by a chief of the Balnote Clan of Rajputs ( a branch of solankis). The fort houses a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and other hindu gods. There is also a large pond in the Fort which was the source of water in old times.
Bijolia
On the Bundi-Chittaurgarh road, in Bhilwara district, is the old fort and city of Bijolia. In ancient times it was known as Vindhyavali. During Chauhan period, it became a famous centre for art and architecture. Several beautiful Shiva temples were constructed by the Chauhan rulers on this place. Most of the temples have either disappeared or are in ruins today. On the eastern side of the town near the city wall, there are three beautiful temples. Prominent amongst them is Hajaresvara Mahadeva temple. It has a high linga surrounded by hundreds of small lingas and hence called Hajaresvara or Sahastralinga. The temples of Mahakala and Baijanath are also well known. The temple of Undeshwar Mahadeva is also well known. Near by Mandakini Kund is a holy water tank.
On the Bundi-Chittaurgarh road, in Bhilwara district, is the old fort and city of Bijolia. In ancient times it was known as Vindhyavali. During Chauhan period, it became a famous centre for art and architecture. Several beautiful Shiva temples were constructed by the Chauhan rulers on this place. Most of the temples have either disappeared or are in ruins today. On the eastern side of the town near the city wall, there are three beautiful temples. Prominent amongst them is Hajaresvara Mahadeva temple. It has a high linga surrounded by hundreds of small lingas and hence called Hajaresvara or Sahastralinga. The temples of Mahakala and Baijanath are also well known. The temple of Undeshwar Mahadeva is also well known. Near by Mandakini Kund is a holy water tank.
Menal
Amidst the natural beauty lies Menal, the coldest town famous for its ancient Shiva temples, picturesque waterfalls and dense forests on the Bundi-Chittaur road.It is also known as the "Mini Khajuraho" blessed with natures bounty.
You can also have a look at the picturesque waterfall, if you happen to visit the place after a good monsoon.
Amidst the natural beauty lies Menal, the coldest town famous for its ancient Shiva temples, picturesque waterfalls and dense forests on the Bundi-Chittaur road.It is also known as the "Mini Khajuraho" blessed with natures bounty.
You can also have a look at the picturesque waterfall, if you happen to visit the place after a good monsoon.
Deogarh
Deogarh 16th century fort, near Pratapgarh is famous for the palaces with their ornate murals and the Jain temples.
Bijaipur
A marvellous castle built by Rao Shakti Singh, the younger brother of Maharana Pratap, situated in the village. It is now converted into a heritage hotel. (To stay at the castle book through Hotel Pratap Palace in Chittorgarh - Tel:01472-240099
Nagri
It is one of the oldest towns in Rajasthan north of Chottor. Hindu and Buddhist remains of the Mauryan to the Gupta period have been found here. It is 7 kms from Bassi on Bundi - Chittorgarh road. Nagri is one of the most important townships of the Mauryan era in Rajasthan, situated on banks river Bairach. It was formerly known as Madhyamika, which flourished from the Maurya to Gupta era. The excavation over there unearthed many interesting facts and have shown signs of strong Hindu and Buddhist influence.
Deogarh 16th century fort, near Pratapgarh is famous for the palaces with their ornate murals and the Jain temples.
Bijaipur
A marvellous castle built by Rao Shakti Singh, the younger brother of Maharana Pratap, situated in the village. It is now converted into a heritage hotel. (To stay at the castle book through Hotel Pratap Palace in Chittorgarh - Tel:01472-240099
Nagri
It is one of the oldest towns in Rajasthan north of Chottor. Hindu and Buddhist remains of the Mauryan to the Gupta period have been found here. It is 7 kms from Bassi on Bundi - Chittorgarh road. Nagri is one of the most important townships of the Mauryan era in Rajasthan, situated on banks river Bairach. It was formerly known as Madhyamika, which flourished from the Maurya to Gupta era. The excavation over there unearthed many interesting facts and have shown signs of strong Hindu and Buddhist influence.
Sanctuary
Sita Mata Sanctuary, Dharlyavad
This thickly wooded jungle sprawls over the Aravalli ranges and the Malwa plateau with three rivers flowing through the forest. According to the legend, Sita, wife of Lord Rama stayed in this jungle in Rishi Valmiki's ashram after Lord Rama exiled her. The fauna here includes leopard, hyena, jungle fox, porcupine, sambhar, wild boar, four horned antelope, nilgai and flying squirrel.
This thickly wooded jungle sprawls over the Aravalli ranges and the Malwa plateau with three rivers flowing through the forest. According to the legend, Sita, wife of Lord Rama stayed in this jungle in Rishi Valmiki's ashram after Lord Rama exiled her. The fauna here includes leopard, hyena, jungle fox, porcupine, sambhar, wild boar, four horned antelope, nilgai and flying squirrel.
Sanctuary
Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary
A sanctuary near Bassi, covering an area of 50 Sq km with panthers, wild boars, antelopes, mongoose and migratory birds. The Sanctuary is situated 5 kms from the Fort on the western fringes of Vindhyachal Ranges with series of tableland, gentle slopes and vast streches of large lakes, water channels of which penetrate into the forest.
Prior permission has to be obtained from the District Forest Officer, Chittorgarh before visiting the sanctuary.
A sanctuary near Bassi, covering an area of 50 Sq km with panthers, wild boars, antelopes, mongoose and migratory birds. The Sanctuary is situated 5 kms from the Fort on the western fringes of Vindhyachal Ranges with series of tableland, gentle slopes and vast streches of large lakes, water channels of which penetrate into the forest.
Prior permission has to be obtained from the District Forest Officer, Chittorgarh before visiting the sanctuary.
TEMPLE
Sanwariyaji Temple (Lord Krishna Temple)
It is a famous temple of Lord Krishna and an important pilgrimage spot. The Temple is located on the Chittorgarh - Udaipur road.
The Sanwariya ji temple is recently renovated and beautifully builds with glasses.
The temple is especially famous among Opium Farmers. The temple is also famous due to the huge donation it recieves from hundreds of visitors every day.
Opium is legally grown in India and exported to the Pharmaceutical industry worldwide to manufacture Morphine-based pain-killers. Rajasthan is the main region for legal opium cultivation in the world and India is the largest legal exporter, with about 58% of the market
Daily buses are available from various surrounding cities like Chittorgarh, Nimbahera, Mandsor etc.
It is a famous temple of Lord Krishna and an important pilgrimage spot. The Temple is located on the Chittorgarh - Udaipur road.
The Sanwariya ji temple is recently renovated and beautifully builds with glasses.
The temple is especially famous among Opium Farmers. The temple is also famous due to the huge donation it recieves from hundreds of visitors every day.
Opium is legally grown in India and exported to the Pharmaceutical industry worldwide to manufacture Morphine-based pain-killers. Rajasthan is the main region for legal opium cultivation in the world and India is the largest legal exporter, with about 58% of the market
Daily buses are available from various surrounding cities like Chittorgarh, Nimbahera, Mandsor etc.
Birla Shiksha Kendra
Government Sr. Higher Secondary School [Boys]
Address :
Bhilwara Road,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 240979
Hind Zinc School
Address :
Zinc Colony,
Chittorgarh
Phone : 242662
Saint Paul School
Address :
Kirti Nagar,
Nibaheda Road,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 248822, 246400, 245500
Chittor Public School
Address :
New Building Of Bank Of Baroda,
Senthi,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 246298
Shishughar Shala Higher Primary School
Address :
Opp. Meera Park
Near Nagar Palika Colony ,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 246941
Vidhya Niketan School
Address :
Gandhi Nagar
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 241599
Gadiya Lohar School
Address :
Pratap Nagar Choraya,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 240741
Vidhya Vihar Public School
Address :
A-56, Pratap Nagar,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 240387
Government Sr. Higher Secondary School [Boys]
Address :
Bhilwara Road,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 240979
Hind Zinc School
Address :
Zinc Colony,
Chittorgarh
Phone : 242662
Saint Paul School
Address :
Kirti Nagar,
Nibaheda Road,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 248822, 246400, 245500
Chittor Public School
Address :
New Building Of Bank Of Baroda,
Senthi,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 246298
Shishughar Shala Higher Primary School
Address :
Opp. Meera Park
Near Nagar Palika Colony ,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 246941
Vidhya Niketan School
Address :
Gandhi Nagar
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 241599
Gadiya Lohar School
Address :
Pratap Nagar Choraya,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 240741
Vidhya Vihar Public School
Address :
A-56, Pratap Nagar,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 240387
Maharana Pratap Govt. College
Year Of Estd. : 1962
Address :
Udaipur Road,
Near Railway Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 241041
Sanwarjit Govt. Girls College
Year Of Estd. : 1996
Address :
Gandhi Nagar,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 243301
Govt. Polytechnic College
Course(s) Offered: :
1. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering seats 30,
2. Diploma in Electrical Engineering seats 30
3. Diploma in Cement Technology seats 20
Phone: 240992
Sr. Secondary School Senthi
Address :
Udaipur Road,
Senthi,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Year Of Estd. : 1962
Address :
Udaipur Road,
Near Railway Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 241041
Sanwarjit Govt. Girls College
Year Of Estd. : 1996
Address :
Gandhi Nagar,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 243301
Govt. Polytechnic College
Course(s) Offered: :
1. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering seats 30,
2. Diploma in Electrical Engineering seats 30
3. Diploma in Cement Technology seats 20
Phone: 240992
Sr. Secondary School Senthi
Address :
Udaipur Road,
Senthi,
Chittorgarh - 312001
School & College in Chittorgarh
Sainik School, Chittorgarh
Sainik School is a 'Ministry of Defense' sponsored residential boy's school. This school is one of the five Sainik Schools first founded in the country. The school was founded on 7th August 1961. Click for more.....
Aditya Birla Public School (DPS)
To provide quality education to the children of Aditya Cement Staff, Aditya Birla Public School, Chittorgarh, was established in July 1996 with a strength of 162 students and seven staff members. Today the number of students has gone up to 426 and the staff to 23.The first batch of class X passed out in the year 2000 and class XI classes of Science stream commenced from the same year.
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Central Acadmy School
Address :
Bypass Road,
Udaipur highway, Senthi,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 246449
Sainik School is a 'Ministry of Defense' sponsored residential boy's school. This school is one of the five Sainik Schools first founded in the country. The school was founded on 7th August 1961. Click for more.....
Aditya Birla Public School (DPS)
To provide quality education to the children of Aditya Cement Staff, Aditya Birla Public School, Chittorgarh, was established in July 1996 with a strength of 162 students and seven staff members. Today the number of students has gone up to 426 and the staff to 23.The first batch of class X passed out in the year 2000 and class XI classes of Science stream commenced from the same year.
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Central Acadmy School
Address :
Bypass Road,
Udaipur highway, Senthi,
Chittorgarh - 312001
Phone : 246449
Other Hotel & Restaurants
Shalimar Hotel
Shalimar Hotel, near the railway station, has rooms with attach bath. 24 hours check in and check out. Double and Single rooms avaible.
Address & Contact Information:
Shalimar Hotel,
Near Chittorgarh Railway Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 240842
Natraj Tourist Hotel
Natraj Tourist Hotel, near the Roadway bus stand, has really basic rooms.
Address & Contact Information:
Natraj Hotel,
Near Bus Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 241009
Bhagwati Hotel
Bhagwati hotel is loacated near to Chittorgarh bus station.
Address & Contact Information:
Bhagwati Hotel,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 246226
Other Hotel & Restaurants
1. Melody Restaurant, Near Railway Station Ph.- 01472 241415
2. Rituraj Vatika & Restaurant, Near Collectorate Ph.- 01472 240850
3. Meera Hotel, Hotel Meera, Nr. Rly Stn. Ph.- 01472 240266
Numerous restaurants are located around the Railway station, Meera nagar, Roadways and old Bus Stand. There are restaurants attatched with hotels and government accommodation units.
Shalimar Hotel, near the railway station, has rooms with attach bath. 24 hours check in and check out. Double and Single rooms avaible.
Address & Contact Information:
Shalimar Hotel,
Near Chittorgarh Railway Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 240842
Natraj Tourist Hotel
Natraj Tourist Hotel, near the Roadway bus stand, has really basic rooms.
Address & Contact Information:
Natraj Hotel,
Near Bus Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 241009
Bhagwati Hotel
Bhagwati hotel is loacated near to Chittorgarh bus station.
Address & Contact Information:
Bhagwati Hotel,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 246226
Other Hotel & Restaurants
1. Melody Restaurant, Near Railway Station Ph.- 01472 241415
2. Rituraj Vatika & Restaurant, Near Collectorate Ph.- 01472 240850
3. Meera Hotel, Hotel Meera, Nr. Rly Stn. Ph.- 01472 240266
Numerous restaurants are located around the Railway station, Meera nagar, Roadways and old Bus Stand. There are restaurants attatched with hotels and government accommodation units.
OTHER HOTEL
Hotel Chetak
Chetak is near the railway station. It is the best of the cheaper places near the station.
Facilities:
1. Hotel Chetak has rooms attached baths running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, some rooms with color TV .
2. Hotel chetak has a Restaurant and Bar. It serves Indian, Rajasthani food.
Address & Contact Information:
Hotel Chetak,
Opp Chittorgarh Railway Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 241588
Hotel Gaurav Palace
Hotel Gaurav Palace, off Fort Rd, is a new modern place with rooms with bath.
Facilities:
1. Hotel has rooms attached baths running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility.
Address & Contact Information:
Hotel Gaurav Palace,
Fort Road,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 243107
Chetak is near the railway station. It is the best of the cheaper places near the station.
Facilities:
1. Hotel Chetak has rooms attached baths running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, some rooms with color TV .
2. Hotel chetak has a Restaurant and Bar. It serves Indian, Rajasthani food.
Address & Contact Information:
Hotel Chetak,
Opp Chittorgarh Railway Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 241588
Hotel Gaurav Palace
Hotel Gaurav Palace, off Fort Rd, is a new modern place with rooms with bath.
Facilities:
1. Hotel has rooms attached baths running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility.
Address & Contact Information:
Hotel Gaurav Palace,
Fort Road,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 243107
Castle Bijaipur
Caslte Bijaipur was built in early 16th century AD by Rao Vijay Singh ji, descendent of great rajput warrior Shakti Singh, the younger brother of Maharana Pratap.
The present Rao Saheb Narendra Singh ji has renovated and converted the castle into one of the first heritage hotel in this region for tourist to come and experience the warm rajput hospitality.
An enchanting heritage castle standing high ona plateau of the great Vindhyachal ranges. The Castle offers breathtaking views of the valley, Lake and the Village encircling it.
The castle reflects the life style of Mewar with matching cuisine, having priviledge of playing host to several tourist over the decade.
A wildlife sanctuary adjacent to the castle has leopard, chinkara, spotted and four-horned deer, crocodile and wild boar as well as a variety of birds. Jeep and camel safaris, trekking and camping, visits to nearby pangarh fort and boating and fishing in its lotus lake, and local tribal folk songs in the evenings are other amusement activities arranged here.
Facilities:
1. Castle Bijaipur provides accommodation in 23 simple traditional rooms and suites. All the rooms at Bijaipur Castle are lavishly furnished and house a range of amenities in order to make your stay comfortable. 2. It includes attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, color TV and 24 Hours Room Service
3. The Castle Bijaipur has a multicuisine Restaurant and Bar. It serves vegetarian and non-vegetarian food.
Address & Contact Information:
Castle Bijaipur,
P.O. Bijaipur, Via-Bassi, Dist. Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone
01472-40099,43563,47510
Fax
01472-41042,40099
How to Reach:
Udaipur Airport : 100 km.
Chittorgarh Railway Station : 24 km.
Chittorgarh Bus Stand : 20 km.
The present Rao Saheb Narendra Singh ji has renovated and converted the castle into one of the first heritage hotel in this region for tourist to come and experience the warm rajput hospitality.
An enchanting heritage castle standing high ona plateau of the great Vindhyachal ranges. The Castle offers breathtaking views of the valley, Lake and the Village encircling it.
The castle reflects the life style of Mewar with matching cuisine, having priviledge of playing host to several tourist over the decade.
A wildlife sanctuary adjacent to the castle has leopard, chinkara, spotted and four-horned deer, crocodile and wild boar as well as a variety of birds. Jeep and camel safaris, trekking and camping, visits to nearby pangarh fort and boating and fishing in its lotus lake, and local tribal folk songs in the evenings are other amusement activities arranged here.
Facilities:
1. Castle Bijaipur provides accommodation in 23 simple traditional rooms and suites. All the rooms at Bijaipur Castle are lavishly furnished and house a range of amenities in order to make your stay comfortable. 2. It includes attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, color TV and 24 Hours Room Service
3. The Castle Bijaipur has a multicuisine Restaurant and Bar. It serves vegetarian and non-vegetarian food.
Address & Contact Information:
Castle Bijaipur,
P.O. Bijaipur, Via-Bassi, Dist. Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone
01472-40099,43563,47510
Fax
01472-41042,40099
How to Reach:
Udaipur Airport : 100 km.
Chittorgarh Railway Station : 24 km.
Chittorgarh Bus Stand : 20 km.
Bassi Fort Palace
Bassi Fort Palace is situated at a distance of 24 kilometers from Chittorgarh on the Udaipur-Chittorgarh-Bundi-Kota highway. Thakur Jaimal of the Sisodia clan built this mansion sometime in the 16th century. It is one of the most beautiful heritage hotel in Rajasthan.
It has 16 well appointed rooms. All the suits/rooms are spacious with Jharokhas, attached with running hot and cold water, dressing rooms and attractively appointed sitting rooms/ areas the period furniture.The decor in each room reflects the brilliant lifestyle of the Chittorgarh royalty.
Besides the above, there are well laid out Lobby/Drawing room, Dining hall, Bar and public areas like Gardens, Terrace, Battlements etc. There is a vast area for parking vehicles. Wake up to the sounds of humming birds, calling peacocks and enjoy clean and fresh air descending from the Fort on the hill over looking your rooms. If lucky, you may spot peacocks dancing to the rhythm of morning breeze in the palace gardens.
Facilities:
1. It includes attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, color TV and 24 hours room service.
2. The Restaurant at Bassi Fort offers Indian and authentic Rajasthani cuisines.
3. The bar houses a large variety of Indian and Foreign liquor.
Address & Contact Information:
Bassi Fort Palace,
P.O. Bassi,
Dist. Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone- 1472-225321, 225248, Fax- 1472-240811
E Mail- bassifortpalace@yahoo.com
Website: www.bassifortpalace.com
How to Reach:
Udaipur Airport : 100 km.
Chittorgarh Railway Station : 24 km.
Chittorgarh Bus Stand : 20 km.
It has 16 well appointed rooms. All the suits/rooms are spacious with Jharokhas, attached with running hot and cold water, dressing rooms and attractively appointed sitting rooms/ areas the period furniture.The decor in each room reflects the brilliant lifestyle of the Chittorgarh royalty.
Besides the above, there are well laid out Lobby/Drawing room, Dining hall, Bar and public areas like Gardens, Terrace, Battlements etc. There is a vast area for parking vehicles. Wake up to the sounds of humming birds, calling peacocks and enjoy clean and fresh air descending from the Fort on the hill over looking your rooms. If lucky, you may spot peacocks dancing to the rhythm of morning breeze in the palace gardens.
Facilities:
1. It includes attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, color TV and 24 hours room service.
2. The Restaurant at Bassi Fort offers Indian and authentic Rajasthani cuisines.
3. The bar houses a large variety of Indian and Foreign liquor.
Address & Contact Information:
Bassi Fort Palace,
P.O. Bassi,
Dist. Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone- 1472-225321, 225248, Fax- 1472-240811
E Mail- bassifortpalace@yahoo.com
Website: www.bassifortpalace.com
How to Reach:
Udaipur Airport : 100 km.
Chittorgarh Railway Station : 24 km.
Chittorgarh Bus Stand : 20 km.
RTDC Hotel Panna
Hotel Panna is a unit of Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC). RTDC offers a vast network of accommodation throughout Rajasthan. These complexes are strategically located and come in low budget, economy and deluxe ranges
Hotel services include travel desk, laundry, car rental, attach bath with hot & cold water, 24 hours room service etc.
Facilities:
1. Hotel Panna has a Restaurant serving Continental, Indian & Rajasthani Cuisine.
2. It also has a Conference Hall and meeting room. 3. Hotel provides lawn for marriage parties at very reasonable rate.
Address & Contact Information:
Pratap Nagar Road,
Near Railway Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 241238
Hotel services include travel desk, laundry, car rental, attach bath with hot & cold water, 24 hours room service etc.
Facilities:
1. Hotel Panna has a Restaurant serving Continental, Indian & Rajasthani Cuisine.
2. It also has a Conference Hall and meeting room. 3. Hotel provides lawn for marriage parties at very reasonable rate.
Address & Contact Information:
Pratap Nagar Road,
Near Railway Station,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 241238
Hotel Pratap Palace
Hotel Pratap Palace is one of the modest hotels in Chittorgarh, situated in the middle of the city. All the rooms are well equipped with attached bath.
Hotel services include Travel Desk, Laundry, Car Rental, Doctor on Call, Postal Service, Horse Safari, Car Safari, Car Parking, Swimming Pool, Money Exchange, Indoor games. Village safaris can be arranged, as well as visits to their castle in Bijapur.
Facilities:
1. It includes attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, cable TV and 24 hours room service
2. It has a beautiful Garden Bar & Restaurant providing Indian, and the traditional Rajasthani food in lunch and dinner.
Address & Contact Information:
Near Head Post Office,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 240099, Fax - 01472 241042
Hotel services include Travel Desk, Laundry, Car Rental, Doctor on Call, Postal Service, Horse Safari, Car Safari, Car Parking, Swimming Pool, Money Exchange, Indoor games. Village safaris can be arranged, as well as visits to their castle in Bijapur.
Facilities:
1. It includes attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, cable TV and 24 hours room service
2. It has a beautiful Garden Bar & Restaurant providing Indian, and the traditional Rajasthani food in lunch and dinner.
Address & Contact Information:
Near Head Post Office,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Phone - 01472 240099, Fax - 01472 241042
Hotels & Restaurants in Chittorgarh
Hotel Padmini
Hotel Padmini is a fully functional modern hotel in the heart of the city, with convenient approach to main tourist attractions of Chittorgarh(Chittor). It has 20 Air conditioned Double rooms, 30 Non AC rooms with all modern amenities.
Hotel services include Money Exchange, Safe Deposit, Swimming Pool, Travel Desk, Laundry, Car Rental, Doctor on Call, Postal Service, Indoor & Outdoor Games, Large Gardens & Lawns, Huge Parking space, Children Park, Cyber Cafe, Horse Riding, Tours and Travel assistance, Approved guide services, Car/Bus rental, Folk dance, Arrangement Jeep safaris, Bon fire and cultural programmes on request.
Facilities:
1. It includes attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, satellite TV and 24 Hours Room Service
2. It also has a Conference Hall which is fully equipped with audio visual facilities.
3. Padmini has a beautiful Restaurant providing Indian, Chinese and Continental and the “Traditional Rajasthani Meals” at breakfast, lunch and dinner with high level lighting and music.
Address & Contact Information:
Chanderia Road,
Near Sainik School,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Hotel Padmini is a fully functional modern hotel in the heart of the city, with convenient approach to main tourist attractions of Chittorgarh(Chittor). It has 20 Air conditioned Double rooms, 30 Non AC rooms with all modern amenities.
Hotel services include Money Exchange, Safe Deposit, Swimming Pool, Travel Desk, Laundry, Car Rental, Doctor on Call, Postal Service, Indoor & Outdoor Games, Large Gardens & Lawns, Huge Parking space, Children Park, Cyber Cafe, Horse Riding, Tours and Travel assistance, Approved guide services, Car/Bus rental, Folk dance, Arrangement Jeep safaris, Bon fire and cultural programmes on request.
Facilities:
1. It includes attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, satellite TV and 24 Hours Room Service
2. It also has a Conference Hall which is fully equipped with audio visual facilities.
3. Padmini has a beautiful Restaurant providing Indian, Chinese and Continental and the “Traditional Rajasthani Meals” at breakfast, lunch and dinner with high level lighting and music.
Address & Contact Information:
Chanderia Road,
Near Sainik School,
Chittorgarh - 312001 (Rajasthan) - India
Monday, January 25, 2010
Other Industries in Chittorgarh (Minerals, Marble Machineries
Sitaram Mineral Suppliers Pvt. Ltd., Chittorgarh
Sitaram Mineral Suppliers are manufacturer of China Clay Powder which is used in the production of rubber, soap, detergent, paint and paper coating. Company was establish in 1998 and having around 200 employees.
Popular Minerals, Sawa, Chittorgarh
Popular Minerals are manufacturer of high quality white china clay, bauxite, red ochre, high alumina clay, levigated china clay, for cement, ceramic, paints manufacture and as filler, additive in various applications.
B.M. Industries, Chittorgarh
B.M. Industries was establish in 1984. The Company is manufacturer of Marble Machinery, Multi Blade Gangsaw, Block Dressing Machine, Gantry Crane, EOT Crane, Heavy Mech. Spare Parts, Hydraulic Cylinder Shaft & Hardchrome Plating Works.
The Promoter of this comapany has rich experience in this field and he is working in this field from 1977. He has received gold medal in Marble machinery Operation. The company has Experience in mechanical field from 1967 and experience in marble field from 1977.
Goel Veterinary Pharma, Chittorgarh
Goel Veterinary Pharma are among the pioneer of homoeopathy in Veterinary since 1977. They are first to introduce homoeopathy in veterinary with the excellence of 25 year's fild trials of clinical veterinary problems.
Goel Vet Pharma's manufactuing plant is situated at nagarpalika Industrial area in Chittorgarh city.
Sitaram Mineral Suppliers are manufacturer of China Clay Powder which is used in the production of rubber, soap, detergent, paint and paper coating. Company was establish in 1998 and having around 200 employees.
Popular Minerals, Sawa, Chittorgarh
Popular Minerals are manufacturer of high quality white china clay, bauxite, red ochre, high alumina clay, levigated china clay, for cement, ceramic, paints manufacture and as filler, additive in various applications.
B.M. Industries, Chittorgarh
B.M. Industries was establish in 1984. The Company is manufacturer of Marble Machinery, Multi Blade Gangsaw, Block Dressing Machine, Gantry Crane, EOT Crane, Heavy Mech. Spare Parts, Hydraulic Cylinder Shaft & Hardchrome Plating Works.
The Promoter of this comapany has rich experience in this field and he is working in this field from 1977. He has received gold medal in Marble machinery Operation. The company has Experience in mechanical field from 1967 and experience in marble field from 1977.
Goel Veterinary Pharma, Chittorgarh
Goel Veterinary Pharma are among the pioneer of homoeopathy in Veterinary since 1977. They are first to introduce homoeopathy in veterinary with the excellence of 25 year's fild trials of clinical veterinary problems.
Goel Vet Pharma's manufactuing plant is situated at nagarpalika Industrial area in Chittorgarh city.
Hindustan Zinc Limited
Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL) was incorporated in January, 1966 as a public sector company, after the takeover of the erstwhile Metal Corporation of India Limited, to develop mining and smelting capacities and to substantially meet the domestic demand of zinc and lead metals.
Hindustan Zinc (HZL) was a wholly-owned company of the Govt. of India till disinvestment of shares by the Govt., in favour of trust, financial institutions and banks, in May'92. The company is engaged in mining and refining ore to produce non-ferrous metals - zinc, lead and silver with installed capacities of 169000 tpa, 43000 tpa and 86000 tpa respectively. Sulphuric acid, cadmium and zinc sulphate are produced as by-products. It also has installed capacities for phosphoric acid and superphosphate.The main products, zinc and lead, are used by the engineering and automobile industries.
Hindustan Zinc Smelter, Chanderiya, Chittorgarh
Hindustan Zinc Smelter, Chanderiya is a refinery located in 10 km north of Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, India. It is active in the commodities like Copper, Lead, Silver etc. This is the biggest and modern Zinc Refinery of India.
Hindustan Zinc (HZL) was a wholly-owned company of the Govt. of India till disinvestment of shares by the Govt., in favour of trust, financial institutions and banks, in May'92. The company is engaged in mining and refining ore to produce non-ferrous metals - zinc, lead and silver with installed capacities of 169000 tpa, 43000 tpa and 86000 tpa respectively. Sulphuric acid, cadmium and zinc sulphate are produced as by-products. It also has installed capacities for phosphoric acid and superphosphate.The main products, zinc and lead, are used by the engineering and automobile industries.
Hindustan Zinc Smelter, Chanderiya, Chittorgarh
Hindustan Zinc Smelter, Chanderiya is a refinery located in 10 km north of Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, India. It is active in the commodities like Copper, Lead, Silver etc. This is the biggest and modern Zinc Refinery of India.
Cement Industry of Chittorgarh
Rajasthan state has extensive reserves (about 2500 MT) of cement grade limestone and with the present production capacity of nearly 13 million tonnes per annum of cement.
At present Rajasthan state has 15 major and 4 medium cement plants with an installed capacity of 16.00 MT of cement per annum. Chittorgarh district is the main cement producer in Rajasthan. Below is the list if few of the cement industries in Chittorgarh:
Birla Cement Works (A Unit Of Birla Corporation Ltd.)
Birla Cement Works The Cement Division of Birla Corporation Limited (A MP Birla Group Company) has two of there six cements plants in Chanderia (Chittorgarh, Rajasthan) - Birla Cement Works (BCW) & Chittor Cement Works (CCW).
The BCW and CCW have received the IS/ISO 14001 certificate, an international recognition for "Implementation of Environmental Management System".
Aditya Cements Works Ltd.(A Unit Of Grasim Cement Ltd.)
With a total grey cement capacity of 13.12 million tonnes per annum (TPA), Grasim is among the largest producers of grey cement in India. Grasim is the 9th largest cement producer in the world.
Aditya Cement Works is one of the cement plant of Grasim Industries. It was build in 1995 in Shambupura, Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The plant capacity is about 1.50 million TPA. The plant is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and are certified with ISO 9001 for quality systems, and ISO 14001 for environment management systems.
Chairman: Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla
At present Rajasthan state has 15 major and 4 medium cement plants with an installed capacity of 16.00 MT of cement per annum. Chittorgarh district is the main cement producer in Rajasthan. Below is the list if few of the cement industries in Chittorgarh:
Birla Cement Works (A Unit Of Birla Corporation Ltd.)
Birla Cement Works The Cement Division of Birla Corporation Limited (A MP Birla Group Company) has two of there six cements plants in Chanderia (Chittorgarh, Rajasthan) - Birla Cement Works (BCW) & Chittor Cement Works (CCW).
The BCW and CCW have received the IS/ISO 14001 certificate, an international recognition for "Implementation of Environmental Management System".
Aditya Cements Works Ltd.(A Unit Of Grasim Cement Ltd.)
With a total grey cement capacity of 13.12 million tonnes per annum (TPA), Grasim is among the largest producers of grey cement in India. Grasim is the 9th largest cement producer in the world.
Aditya Cement Works is one of the cement plant of Grasim Industries. It was build in 1995 in Shambupura, Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The plant capacity is about 1.50 million TPA. The plant is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and are certified with ISO 9001 for quality systems, and ISO 14001 for environment management systems.
Chairman: Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla
Marble Industry in Chittorgarh
Marble Industry in Chittorgarh
The term "Marble" is derived from Latin word "Marmor" which itself comes from the Greek root "Marmaros" meaning thereby a shining stone. Technically marble is a recrystallised, compact variety of metamorphosed limetone capable of taking polish. Commercially, marble is any crystalline rock composed predominantly of calcite, dolomite or serpentine, having 3-4 hardness, which can be excavated as blocks and can be sawed and takes good polish.
Amongst the building stones, marble occupies a unique position. Since time immemorial, marble has been used in temples, mosques, palaces, monuments etc. as an ornamental and decorative stone because of its pleasing colours, attactive patterns and designs. On the basis of mineralogical composition the marble deposits of Rajasthan can be grouped as calcitic, dolomitic and serpentine marble.
Out of 32 districts of the Rajasthan state, 17 districts possesses deposits of marble in the form of either extensive or small deposits. Below is the list of few marble factories in Chittorgarh:
The term "Marble" is derived from Latin word "Marmor" which itself comes from the Greek root "Marmaros" meaning thereby a shining stone. Technically marble is a recrystallised, compact variety of metamorphosed limetone capable of taking polish. Commercially, marble is any crystalline rock composed predominantly of calcite, dolomite or serpentine, having 3-4 hardness, which can be excavated as blocks and can be sawed and takes good polish.
Amongst the building stones, marble occupies a unique position. Since time immemorial, marble has been used in temples, mosques, palaces, monuments etc. as an ornamental and decorative stone because of its pleasing colours, attactive patterns and designs. On the basis of mineralogical composition the marble deposits of Rajasthan can be grouped as calcitic, dolomitic and serpentine marble.
Out of 32 districts of the Rajasthan state, 17 districts possesses deposits of marble in the form of either extensive or small deposits. Below is the list of few marble factories in Chittorgarh:
Chittorgarh District Location
Chittorgarh District Location :
Chittorgarh district is located south east of Rajasthan state.
Between 23° 32' and 25° 13' north latitudes
Between 74° 12' and 75° 49' east longitudes
Chittorgarh District Area :
10,856 Square Km (3.17% of the Rajasthan State)
Topography :
Aravali hills covering almost entire area.
Major Rivers :
Chambal
Banas
Bedach
Jakaharn
Gambhiri
Barhmani
Gunjali
Dams in Chittorgarh District :
Rana Pratap Sagar, Rawatbhata
Gambhiri Dam
Gosunda Dam
Matrikundiya Dam
Bassi Dam
Population Of Chittorgarh District (as of year 2000) :
Estimated population :- 18,36,200 (Males 941841, Females 894359)
Ratio between Male and Female :- 1000 : 950
Population based on area :
Area Male Female Total Percentage
Rural 767283 736017 1503300 84.39
Urban 175310 157590 332900 15.61
Total 942593 893607 1836200 100
Art & Craft in Chittorgarh District :
Tie & Dye work in Akola
Wooden Toys in Bassi
Gold work on mirror (Thewa Art) in Pratapgarh
Leather Work (Mojadi) in Gangar, Pratapgarh and Chittorgarh
Marble Craft in Chittorgarh
Chittorgarh district is located south east of Rajasthan state.
Between 23° 32' and 25° 13' north latitudes
Between 74° 12' and 75° 49' east longitudes
Chittorgarh District Area :
10,856 Square Km (3.17% of the Rajasthan State)
Topography :
Aravali hills covering almost entire area.
Major Rivers :
Chambal
Banas
Bedach
Jakaharn
Gambhiri
Barhmani
Gunjali
Dams in Chittorgarh District :
Rana Pratap Sagar, Rawatbhata
Gambhiri Dam
Gosunda Dam
Matrikundiya Dam
Bassi Dam
Population Of Chittorgarh District (as of year 2000) :
Estimated population :- 18,36,200 (Males 941841, Females 894359)
Ratio between Male and Female :- 1000 : 950
Population based on area :
Area Male Female Total Percentage
Rural 767283 736017 1503300 84.39
Urban 175310 157590 332900 15.61
Total 942593 893607 1836200 100
Art & Craft in Chittorgarh District :
Tie & Dye work in Akola
Wooden Toys in Bassi
Gold work on mirror (Thewa Art) in Pratapgarh
Leather Work (Mojadi) in Gangar, Pratapgarh and Chittorgarh
Marble Craft in Chittorgarh
Chittaurgarh's fort
Fateh Prakash Palace - (Government Museum)
Build by Maharana Fateh Singh this huge palace is of morden style. This place has been named Fateh Prakesh after Maharana Fateh Singh. There is a big Ganesh idol, a fountain, and different frescoes which are to be seen to be believed.
This palace, now a museum, has a rich collection of sculptures from temples and buildings in the Fort.
Build by Maharana Fateh Singh this huge palace is of morden style. This place has been named Fateh Prakesh after Maharana Fateh Singh. There is a big Ganesh idol, a fountain, and different frescoes which are to be seen to be believed.
This palace, now a museum, has a rich collection of sculptures from temples and buildings in the Fort.
Chittaurgarh's fort
Jain Temples (Jain Mandir - Sattavish devri)
At present six jain temples on the fort of Chittor. The largest and chief among them is the temple of Bhagawan Adinatha with fifty-two devkulikas. The place of this temple is known as ‘Sattavish devri’. It means that at some time in the past, there were twenty-seven temples here.
The Digamabar Jain Kirtistambh and seven-storied Kirtistambh are two among them. The seven-storied Kirtistambh was built in the fourteenth century in memories of Bhagawan Adinatha.
At present six jain temples on the fort of Chittor. The largest and chief among them is the temple of Bhagawan Adinatha with fifty-two devkulikas. The place of this temple is known as ‘Sattavish devri’. It means that at some time in the past, there were twenty-seven temples here.
The Digamabar Jain Kirtistambh and seven-storied Kirtistambh are two among them. The seven-storied Kirtistambh was built in the fourteenth century in memories of Bhagawan Adinatha.
Chittaurgarh's fort
Tower of Fame - (Kirti Stambh)
Dedicated to Adinathji the 1st Jain Teerthankar adorned by the naked figures of the Digambars [Adherents of the Digambar sect who does not believe in covering the natural body] A narrow stairway goes through seven stories of the tower to the top. The 22 metres high tower was build by a wealthy jain merchant in the 12th century A.D.
Dedicated to Adinathji the 1st Jain Teerthankar adorned by the naked figures of the Digambars [Adherents of the Digambar sect who does not believe in covering the natural body] A narrow stairway goes through seven stories of the tower to the top. The 22 metres high tower was build by a wealthy jain merchant in the 12th century A.D.
Chittaurgarh's fort
Tower of Victory - (Vijay Stambh)
Built in 1440 AD by Maharana Kumbha to commemorate his victory over Mohamed Khilji this 9-storyed tower is adorned by sculptures of Hindu deities around.
There are around 157 narrow steps leading to the terrace where the balconies give a beautiful top angle view of the whole town. When illuminated in the evening, the tower reflects a mesmerizing effect and the view is worth capturing in the camera.
Built in 1440 AD by Maharana Kumbha to commemorate his victory over Mohamed Khilji this 9-storyed tower is adorned by sculptures of Hindu deities around.
There are around 157 narrow steps leading to the terrace where the balconies give a beautiful top angle view of the whole town. When illuminated in the evening, the tower reflects a mesmerizing effect and the view is worth capturing in the camera.
Chittaurgarh's fort
Water fort Chittorgarh fort is also called as Water Fort. The fort had 84 water bodies, out of which only about 22 exist today. These Include talabs (ponds), kunds (wells), and baories (stepwells). All the talabs have a natural catchment. The kunds and baories are located below the talabs, so that even the seepage from the latter is not lost.
The fort spreads over 700 hectares, 40 per cent of which are given over to water bodies. The average reservoir depth is about 2 m. Taken together, this means these reservoirs can store about 4 billion litres of water.
In a year of more than normal rainfall (average annual rainfall: 700 mm), enough water would be stored to last the next 12 months. Even after water loss due to seepage and evaporation and other causes, an army of 50,000 could live in the fort for four years without fear of thirst
The fort spreads over 700 hectares, 40 per cent of which are given over to water bodies. The average reservoir depth is about 2 m. Taken together, this means these reservoirs can store about 4 billion litres of water.
In a year of more than normal rainfall (average annual rainfall: 700 mm), enough water would be stored to last the next 12 months. Even after water loss due to seepage and evaporation and other causes, an army of 50,000 could live in the fort for four years without fear of thirst
Chittaurgarh's fort
Fort Of Chittorgarh
Chittorgarh (Chittaurgarh) is the epitome of Rajput pride, romance and spirit. It reverberates with history of heroism and sacrifice, which is evident as it echoes with the tales sung by the Bards of Rajasthan. The main reason for visiting Chittorgarh is its massive hilltop fort, which is a depiction of Rajput culture and values.
The fort of Chittor is regarded as one of the most outstanding forts of the country and is indeed the "Pride of Rajasthan State". The formidable fort is perched atop a 180 meter high hillock covering a massive area of 700 acres and is a standing sentinel to the courage and valour of Chittorgarh. It is belived that the fort was build by the Mauryans in 7th century and further strucres were added to it by the successive Mewar rulers.
The one mile long serpentine road to the fort is quite steep and exhastive. The fort is approached through seven huge gateways or ´pols´, which are guarded by watch tower and massive iron spiked doors.
Chittorgarh (Chittaurgarh) is the epitome of Rajput pride, romance and spirit. It reverberates with history of heroism and sacrifice, which is evident as it echoes with the tales sung by the Bards of Rajasthan. The main reason for visiting Chittorgarh is its massive hilltop fort, which is a depiction of Rajput culture and values.
The fort of Chittor is regarded as one of the most outstanding forts of the country and is indeed the "Pride of Rajasthan State". The formidable fort is perched atop a 180 meter high hillock covering a massive area of 700 acres and is a standing sentinel to the courage and valour of Chittorgarh. It is belived that the fort was build by the Mauryans in 7th century and further strucres were added to it by the successive Mewar rulers.
The one mile long serpentine road to the fort is quite steep and exhastive. The fort is approached through seven huge gateways or ´pols´, which are guarded by watch tower and massive iron spiked doors.
Minor gangraped by juveniles for three days
JAIPUR: A 14-year-old dalit girl from Sikar was allegedly kidnapped and gangraped for three days by four juveniles in Khetri town of Jhunjhunu
district. All the accused have been absconding after the incident.
According to sources, Aarti (name changed), a resident of Govindpura village under Neem Ka Thana police station of Sikar, was returning home after attending nature's call on Friday night. Four boys of the same village intercepted her on the way and two of them forcibly put her on a motorcycle.
They took her to an abandoned shop in Khetri town, around 50 kilometres from their native village and gangraped her. They then threatened her of dire consequences and locked her in a shop. They repeatedly raped her for three days.
On Sunday night, two of the accused took her back to Sikar and dropped her outside the village. The girl then managed to reach her home and narrated the whole incident to the family.
DySP Dilip Saini told TOI that the girl was sent for medical examination. Sources said she was a student of Class IX and was known to the accused, who belong to the same village.
However, it is not known how she was taken to Khetri on a motorcycle without anybody seeing her.
In fact, it was the second gangrape of a dalit girl in a span of six months. On August 15, 2009, a 20-year-old girl was kidnapped and raped by three youths while returning from Government Kamla Modi College at Neem Ka Thana to her native village, Narsinghpuri, after attending the Independence Day celebrations.
Later, the police arrested the mastermind Gopi Chand, who had fled to Bhuj in Gujarat, besides two others.
district. All the accused have been absconding after the incident.
According to sources, Aarti (name changed), a resident of Govindpura village under Neem Ka Thana police station of Sikar, was returning home after attending nature's call on Friday night. Four boys of the same village intercepted her on the way and two of them forcibly put her on a motorcycle.
They took her to an abandoned shop in Khetri town, around 50 kilometres from their native village and gangraped her. They then threatened her of dire consequences and locked her in a shop. They repeatedly raped her for three days.
On Sunday night, two of the accused took her back to Sikar and dropped her outside the village. The girl then managed to reach her home and narrated the whole incident to the family.
DySP Dilip Saini told TOI that the girl was sent for medical examination. Sources said she was a student of Class IX and was known to the accused, who belong to the same village.
However, it is not known how she was taken to Khetri on a motorcycle without anybody seeing her.
In fact, it was the second gangrape of a dalit girl in a span of six months. On August 15, 2009, a 20-year-old girl was kidnapped and raped by three youths while returning from Government Kamla Modi College at Neem Ka Thana to her native village, Narsinghpuri, after attending the Independence Day celebrations.
Later, the police arrested the mastermind Gopi Chand, who had fled to Bhuj in Gujarat, besides two others.
Three killed in road mishap
JAIPUR: Three persons including a minor girl were killed and three others sustained injuries when a car in which they were travelling rammed a truck
near Dudu on Monday.
According to sources, the accident occurred on Jaipur-Ajmer highway when the victims, hailing from Srinagar, were on their way to Ajmer.
Police said that the victims were rushed to nearby hospital where three persons identified as Sartaz (32), Yasmin (27) and Arbina (4) were declared brought dead while the others are undergoing treatment. A case has been registered and matter is under investigation.
near Dudu on Monday.
According to sources, the accident occurred on Jaipur-Ajmer highway when the victims, hailing from Srinagar, were on their way to Ajmer.
Police said that the victims were rushed to nearby hospital where three persons identified as Sartaz (32), Yasmin (27) and Arbina (4) were declared brought dead while the others are undergoing treatment. A case has been registered and matter is under investigation.
Contractors' strike: No end in sight
JAIPUR: Politics seems to have taken precedence over city's development as mayor Jyoti Khandelwal and her deputy Manish Pareek hold opposite views
on contractors' payments.
Accusing the mayor and her party of being insensitive to the problems of over three million residents of the city, Pareek demanded that the contractors on strike be paid their dues immediately. Meanwhile, the mayor said she has stopped payment as she was not satisfied with the quality and quantity of work.
The civil contractors strike entered its ninth day on Monday. The contractors' association president, Laxmant Pareek reiterated his stand that unless the JMC clears the dues, all the tendering processes will be boycotted.
"Earlier, we had gone on strike for 32 days but this time we are prepared for an indefinite period, the people support us," Pareek claimed.
As complaints came of choked drains, non-functioning street lights and heaps of garbage inside colonies kept pouring into JMC headquarters, the mayor reiterated her decision that unless she is satisfied she would not release payment.
on contractors' payments.
Accusing the mayor and her party of being insensitive to the problems of over three million residents of the city, Pareek demanded that the contractors on strike be paid their dues immediately. Meanwhile, the mayor said she has stopped payment as she was not satisfied with the quality and quantity of work.
The civil contractors strike entered its ninth day on Monday. The contractors' association president, Laxmant Pareek reiterated his stand that unless the JMC clears the dues, all the tendering processes will be boycotted.
"Earlier, we had gone on strike for 32 days but this time we are prepared for an indefinite period, the people support us," Pareek claimed.
As complaints came of choked drains, non-functioning street lights and heaps of garbage inside colonies kept pouring into JMC headquarters, the mayor reiterated her decision that unless she is satisfied she would not release payment.
Star-studded Jaipur fest ends
JAIPUR: And the Jaipur literature festival came to an end. But not before a prize for South Asian literature was instituted on Saturday. The award,
beginning 2011, will be worth $50,000. An advisory panel that includes British parliamentarian Meghnad Desai, journalist Tina Brown, literary agent David Godwin, author Nayantara Sehgal and publisher Urvashi Butalia will decide on the jury every year.
The festival's final day had several other highlights. Hanif Kureishi, English playwright of half-Pakistani origin, engaged in a sparkling conversation with writer Amitava Kumar, generously peppered with one-liners and repartees.
"If you write a book and don't get a bad reaction from your family, you've failed," said Kureishi, who started his career as a writer of pornography before making a name for himself with My Beautiful Laundrette. On a more serious note, he said that one's "experiences" before becoming a writer are like "gold dust" or "capital" from which an author draws stories.
At other spots and other times, short stories, Rajasthani literature, detective fiction and the future of publishing were discussed. Shobha De spoke about her upcoming book "Sethji" and Mumbai politics. A group of Sindhi writers discussed displacement and the slowly disappearing Sindhi culture, language, identity and diet even.
The five-day long festival —- the biggest of its kind in Asia —- had over 500 journalists from local, national and international media visiting, said festival producer Sanjoy K. Roy. The number of people who walked into Diggi Palace and registered was about 22,000 by Sunday afternoon but then, not everyone who came registered. "The total would've been about 27,000," said Roy.
"As a city Jaipur has bought into this event," says Roy. There was a Nobel Laureate (Wole Soyinka), Booker-winning authors (Roddy Doyle, Anne Enright), Pulitzer-winning journalists (Steve Coll, Lawrence Wright) and even a Somalia-born Dutch screenwriter with a price upon her head: Ayaan Hirsi Ali. And they were available for meetings, smilingly signing autographs and one evening, Ali Sethi and Amit Chaudhuri even sang. Add to that a series of superb shows held at The Times of India Crest Experience Music Stage. Things don't get more happening in Jaipur. Locals, with a keen sense of something momentous on in their city, poured in by the thousands as did people from unlikely parts of Rajasthan — Tonk and Bikaner. One bunch of literature students came all the way from Bangalore.
"The festival is doing a lot for those who want to read here," says Priyanka Malhotra, director, Full Circle, participating for the first time. "It's pulled in a lot of authors. This has also meant that their books are also getting imported into the country," she says. One kid wanted the whole set of Roald Dahl's books and another wanted the stall opened at 9:30 in the morning. Malhotra's customers have told her they don't get all the books they want in Jaipur. "The excitement to read is there but access isn't," she said.
beginning 2011, will be worth $50,000. An advisory panel that includes British parliamentarian Meghnad Desai, journalist Tina Brown, literary agent David Godwin, author Nayantara Sehgal and publisher Urvashi Butalia will decide on the jury every year.
The festival's final day had several other highlights. Hanif Kureishi, English playwright of half-Pakistani origin, engaged in a sparkling conversation with writer Amitava Kumar, generously peppered with one-liners and repartees.
"If you write a book and don't get a bad reaction from your family, you've failed," said Kureishi, who started his career as a writer of pornography before making a name for himself with My Beautiful Laundrette. On a more serious note, he said that one's "experiences" before becoming a writer are like "gold dust" or "capital" from which an author draws stories.
At other spots and other times, short stories, Rajasthani literature, detective fiction and the future of publishing were discussed. Shobha De spoke about her upcoming book "Sethji" and Mumbai politics. A group of Sindhi writers discussed displacement and the slowly disappearing Sindhi culture, language, identity and diet even.
The five-day long festival —- the biggest of its kind in Asia —- had over 500 journalists from local, national and international media visiting, said festival producer Sanjoy K. Roy. The number of people who walked into Diggi Palace and registered was about 22,000 by Sunday afternoon but then, not everyone who came registered. "The total would've been about 27,000," said Roy.
"As a city Jaipur has bought into this event," says Roy. There was a Nobel Laureate (Wole Soyinka), Booker-winning authors (Roddy Doyle, Anne Enright), Pulitzer-winning journalists (Steve Coll, Lawrence Wright) and even a Somalia-born Dutch screenwriter with a price upon her head: Ayaan Hirsi Ali. And they were available for meetings, smilingly signing autographs and one evening, Ali Sethi and Amit Chaudhuri even sang. Add to that a series of superb shows held at The Times of India Crest Experience Music Stage. Things don't get more happening in Jaipur. Locals, with a keen sense of something momentous on in their city, poured in by the thousands as did people from unlikely parts of Rajasthan — Tonk and Bikaner. One bunch of literature students came all the way from Bangalore.
"The festival is doing a lot for those who want to read here," says Priyanka Malhotra, director, Full Circle, participating for the first time. "It's pulled in a lot of authors. This has also meant that their books are also getting imported into the country," she says. One kid wanted the whole set of Roald Dahl's books and another wanted the stall opened at 9:30 in the morning. Malhotra's customers have told her they don't get all the books they want in Jaipur. "The excitement to read is there but access isn't," she said.
Green envoy's mum confident son will come out clean
JAIPUR: Green traveller Andy Pag's mother Lilly Barile is a relieved woman. Sitting next to her son, she is confident her son will be cleared of all the charges levelled against him by Rajasthan Police.
"I am sure he will come out clean. There has been a mistake but it wasn't completely my son's fault. He brought the satellite phone into the country without any prior permission and should have complied with the law of the land. However, things should have been made clear and specific to him as soon as he entered the country with the satellite phone," said Lilly. She reached Jaipur on Sunday to be with her son, whose case will be heard in a Pushkar court on January 29.
She recalls how she insisted her adventurous son to buy a satellite phone so that she remained in touch with him.
"He crossed Sahara desert alone on a motorbike when he was 21. When one is on a trip like these, often one needs to have such instruments to stay connected. I was insisting he buys a satellite phone," said Lilly.
Lilly recalls how in her Istanbul home it was routine to look at Andy's blog and twitter twice or thrice a day.
"I am sure he will come out clean. There has been a mistake but it wasn't completely my son's fault. He brought the satellite phone into the country without any prior permission and should have complied with the law of the land. However, things should have been made clear and specific to him as soon as he entered the country with the satellite phone," said Lilly. She reached Jaipur on Sunday to be with her son, whose case will be heard in a Pushkar court on January 29.
She recalls how she insisted her adventurous son to buy a satellite phone so that she remained in touch with him.
"He crossed Sahara desert alone on a motorbike when he was 21. When one is on a trip like these, often one needs to have such instruments to stay connected. I was insisting he buys a satellite phone," said Lilly.
Lilly recalls how in her Istanbul home it was routine to look at Andy's blog and twitter twice or thrice a day.
Man killed over cable dispute
JAIPUR: A 30-year-old bus-owner was killed by a man after the cable wire in the latter’s house got entangled in the mini-bus of the victim. The
accused, Sunil Kapoor (22), who was absconding after the incident was arrested from Jaipur railway station late in the night.
According to the police, the cable wire of Sunil’s residence was broken after it got entangled in the mini-bus of one Ranjan in the Mahadev Nagar area. Offended over the incident, Sunil confronted Ranjan and his brother Dharmendra. The dispute was settled on the intervention of local public and the accused returned home. However, again around 4 in the evening, Sunil entered Ranjan’s house and attacked him with an iron rod.
Ranjan received serious head injuries in the unexpected attack and was immediately rushed to the SMS hospital while the accused fled the spot. A team under circle officer Raghuveer Saini arrested Sunil.
accused, Sunil Kapoor (22), who was absconding after the incident was arrested from Jaipur railway station late in the night.
According to the police, the cable wire of Sunil’s residence was broken after it got entangled in the mini-bus of one Ranjan in the Mahadev Nagar area. Offended over the incident, Sunil confronted Ranjan and his brother Dharmendra. The dispute was settled on the intervention of local public and the accused returned home. However, again around 4 in the evening, Sunil entered Ranjan’s house and attacked him with an iron rod.
Ranjan received serious head injuries in the unexpected attack and was immediately rushed to the SMS hospital while the accused fled the spot. A team under circle officer Raghuveer Saini arrested Sunil.
JAIPUR: Was she a humanitarian dynamite who was distraught by a dishonest husband and beguiled by a cunning paramour? Or was she a saintly creature,
JAIPUR: Demonising the enemy was an old tactic which was meticulously used in old colonial era to isolate the enemy and create a public opinion in
favour of colonialists and neo-colonialists to justify their act of aggression.
The Britishers did it effectively to demolish the local kings in India, including Tipu Sultan who had challenged the expansion of British empire. Now, it was Americans who did the same thing to Saddam Hussein in Iraq.
Maya Jasanoff’s historical book Edge of Empire deals with the expansion of British colony by hook or crook. She was in Jaipur to attend the ongoing DSC Jaipur Literature Festival. Though the book did not get the attention it deserved in India, historian William Dalrymple puts it as ‘one of the best reads of the period’.
He says one of the main features which make the book more readable was her writing. She writes in literary English which makes it more enjoyable even for an ordinary reader.
The half Indian (her father is a Bengali) historian whose work has won non-fiction awards, the Duff Cooper Prize, given annually for a literary work in the field of history, biography, politics or poetry puts her in the league of previous winners like Lawrence Durrell, Seamus Heaney, Richard Ellmann, Richard Holmes and Robert Hughes.
Jasanoff describes life in India and Egypt as seen through the letters and diaries of the European adventurer-collectors who bought or sometimes plundered the artefacts of ancient civilisations and had intimate cross-cultural encounters and even friendships along the way.
Jasanoff stated that her aim in writing the book was to explore ‘imperial history through individual lives’. Dalrymple was full of praise for Jasanoff’s work, which he described as ‘the most interesting reimagination’ of 18th century Indian history. It carefully avoids, he said, the simple dualism of self and other that is typical of postcolonial discourse.
Jasanoff went on to read some interesting passages from the novel. She also spoke about her next work, recently completed, which deals with an as yet unexamined aspect of the American Revolution—the mass exodus of the people who chose to remain faithful to Britain and migrated to different colonies.
favour of colonialists and neo-colonialists to justify their act of aggression.
The Britishers did it effectively to demolish the local kings in India, including Tipu Sultan who had challenged the expansion of British empire. Now, it was Americans who did the same thing to Saddam Hussein in Iraq.
Maya Jasanoff’s historical book Edge of Empire deals with the expansion of British colony by hook or crook. She was in Jaipur to attend the ongoing DSC Jaipur Literature Festival. Though the book did not get the attention it deserved in India, historian William Dalrymple puts it as ‘one of the best reads of the period’.
He says one of the main features which make the book more readable was her writing. She writes in literary English which makes it more enjoyable even for an ordinary reader.
The half Indian (her father is a Bengali) historian whose work has won non-fiction awards, the Duff Cooper Prize, given annually for a literary work in the field of history, biography, politics or poetry puts her in the league of previous winners like Lawrence Durrell, Seamus Heaney, Richard Ellmann, Richard Holmes and Robert Hughes.
Jasanoff describes life in India and Egypt as seen through the letters and diaries of the European adventurer-collectors who bought or sometimes plundered the artefacts of ancient civilisations and had intimate cross-cultural encounters and even friendships along the way.
Jasanoff stated that her aim in writing the book was to explore ‘imperial history through individual lives’. Dalrymple was full of praise for Jasanoff’s work, which he described as ‘the most interesting reimagination’ of 18th century Indian history. It carefully avoids, he said, the simple dualism of self and other that is typical of postcolonial discourse.
Jasanoff went on to read some interesting passages from the novel. She also spoke about her next work, recently completed, which deals with an as yet unexamined aspect of the American Revolution—the mass exodus of the people who chose to remain faithful to Britain and migrated to different colonies.
An enigma that was Di
JAIPUR: Was she a humanitarian dynamite who was distraught by a dishonest husband and beguiled by a cunning paramour? Or was she a saintly creature, married to a man whose heart she never possessed?
Years have gone by, but the “loveless” marriage between the Prince of Wales, Charles and Princess Diana continues to charm the audience, as was evident from the noon session of the Fifth DSC Jaipur Literature Festival, on its penultimate day on Sunday.
The session, dedicated to ‘The Diana Chronicles,’ was held at the front lawn of Diggy Palace, where its author Tina Brown dissected the rocky marriage of Charles and Diana.
The Diana Chronicles, a biography of Diana, was published in 2007, exactly 10 years after her death in a road mishap. And Brown came calling to the Pink City with the mystifying rivets of the broken marriage, which had seen infidelity on both the sides. The session was originally scheduled at the “Mughal Tent” portion, but the swelling crowd made the organisers shift it to the front lawns, which, apparently has the maximum capacity. In few minutes, the venue was jam-packed where country’s litterati had descended to listen to the juicy tales of ‘pati’, ‘patni’ and an n number of ‘wohs’, who had figured in the lives of the royal couple.
Seated in conversation with noted journalist Vir Sanghvi, Brown touched the cord with the audience in no time, as she offered the intimate tales of Diana-Charles lives. “The sexual chemistry between Charles and Diana never worked and Charles, despite being elder, never tried to figure out how it will work better,” said Brown.
From recounting her meetings with the royal couple and authoring a book about their relationship, Brown was clear in her approach. She was more into vindicating Diana and proving that the Prince of Wales was largely to be blamed for the broken marriage.
“Diana was a highly strong and a needy woman. She wanted a man who was loving, caring and available. But her marriage with Charles was so loveless that she looked for validation from outside,” Brown said.
As the conversation reached its high point, there were mentions of men in Diana’s life including Dodi, who was accompanying Diana during her Parisian doom. Even the semen, which led to birth of Prince Harry was discussed. Brown pointed out that questions were bound to pour because Diana conceived Harry at a time when relationship between the couple had soured to no return.
Dissecting the enigmatic beauty of Diana, Brown’s sophisticated approach brought the sunny noon at the front lawn to standstill. There were frills, there were grins and there were murmurs as the audience was awestruck listening to the tales from the author, who as a long-time serious student of celebrity, is considered in a perfect position to write the speculative life of a global celebrity.
Going by the accounts of Brown, the gathering could easily assimilate the typical love-hate Indian script where the vamp plays the tricks and a marriage is ultimately broken. Her assertion was that Camilla Parker was the godmother to the Charles-Diana wedding as she was confident that her relationship with Charles will flourish. “She foresaw no threat to her relationship in the presence of Diana, who came from a middle class background.” The story was so akin to the countless scripts that the Bollywood has offered to its audience. Brown had her apprehensions too about the future of the Wales next generation after Queen Elizabeth.
“Queen is the last remaining florescent from the royal families and there will certainly be difficulties for William and Harry in days to come.”
Years have gone by, but the “loveless” marriage between the Prince of Wales, Charles and Princess Diana continues to charm the audience, as was evident from the noon session of the Fifth DSC Jaipur Literature Festival, on its penultimate day on Sunday.
The session, dedicated to ‘The Diana Chronicles,’ was held at the front lawn of Diggy Palace, where its author Tina Brown dissected the rocky marriage of Charles and Diana.
The Diana Chronicles, a biography of Diana, was published in 2007, exactly 10 years after her death in a road mishap. And Brown came calling to the Pink City with the mystifying rivets of the broken marriage, which had seen infidelity on both the sides. The session was originally scheduled at the “Mughal Tent” portion, but the swelling crowd made the organisers shift it to the front lawns, which, apparently has the maximum capacity. In few minutes, the venue was jam-packed where country’s litterati had descended to listen to the juicy tales of ‘pati’, ‘patni’ and an n number of ‘wohs’, who had figured in the lives of the royal couple.
Seated in conversation with noted journalist Vir Sanghvi, Brown touched the cord with the audience in no time, as she offered the intimate tales of Diana-Charles lives. “The sexual chemistry between Charles and Diana never worked and Charles, despite being elder, never tried to figure out how it will work better,” said Brown.
From recounting her meetings with the royal couple and authoring a book about their relationship, Brown was clear in her approach. She was more into vindicating Diana and proving that the Prince of Wales was largely to be blamed for the broken marriage.
“Diana was a highly strong and a needy woman. She wanted a man who was loving, caring and available. But her marriage with Charles was so loveless that she looked for validation from outside,” Brown said.
As the conversation reached its high point, there were mentions of men in Diana’s life including Dodi, who was accompanying Diana during her Parisian doom. Even the semen, which led to birth of Prince Harry was discussed. Brown pointed out that questions were bound to pour because Diana conceived Harry at a time when relationship between the couple had soured to no return.
Dissecting the enigmatic beauty of Diana, Brown’s sophisticated approach brought the sunny noon at the front lawn to standstill. There were frills, there were grins and there were murmurs as the audience was awestruck listening to the tales from the author, who as a long-time serious student of celebrity, is considered in a perfect position to write the speculative life of a global celebrity.
Going by the accounts of Brown, the gathering could easily assimilate the typical love-hate Indian script where the vamp plays the tricks and a marriage is ultimately broken. Her assertion was that Camilla Parker was the godmother to the Charles-Diana wedding as she was confident that her relationship with Charles will flourish. “She foresaw no threat to her relationship in the presence of Diana, who came from a middle class background.” The story was so akin to the countless scripts that the Bollywood has offered to its audience. Brown had her apprehensions too about the future of the Wales next generation after Queen Elizabeth.
“Queen is the last remaining florescent from the royal families and there will certainly be difficulties for William and Harry in days to come.”
Jaipur runs for world-class city
JAIPUR: It was a run to imbibe the spirit of a world-class city among the citizens. And nothing, not even the early morning chill, could hold back
Jaipurites.
No sooner had the day broken, people began pouring in thousands, cutting across all age groups to the Ramniwas Bagh, all geared up to take to the road for the 6-km half-marathon and the 21-km full marathon organised by the state tourism department and supported by a few organisations.
But perhaps the heat of their enthusiasm was just a little too much. For, no sooner did actor Salman Khan appear to flag off the half-marathon, all guards broke loose.
The crowd was at its wits end as youngsters and frenzied fans whistled and began shouting ‘Salman Bhai, Salman Bhai.’ Everyone began pushing each other to have a glimpse of their favourite actor clearly taking the organisers off guard.
If that was not enough, an unruly crowd of about 100 odd youngsters started throwing chairs and bottles on police and the latter had to resort to a lathicharge. However, no one was injured. But that had clearly stolen the half marathon of its charm. And Salman Khan was denied permission to participate in it by the police.
“The situation became so tense that Salman was rushed to the car escorted by police,” said Suresh Mishra, president of Sanskriti, an organisation working for social causes. The organisers claimed that the actor was prepared to participate in the ‘Dream Run’ of 6 km but due to security reasons he was denied permission.
“I came from Alwar to run with the actor. The organisers shouldn’t have given us the impression that the actor will run with us,” said a fan who had bought a new athletic kit for the event. More than 20,000 people participated in the Dream Run which finished at World Trade Park on JLN Marg.
Next it was the turn of home minister Shanti Dhariwal and DGP Harish Meena to flag off the full marathon that saw over 2,000 people, mostly athletes, sportsmen and people from the defence background, participate.
Sandeep Kumar, an athlete from Bangalore, and Preeti Rao, an athlete from Bikaner, won the race in the male and female categories, respectively by completing the run in 1.08 hours and 1.10 minutes. The winners
received Rs 1 lakh each as prize money.
The organisers had smartly crafted the route by mixing areas from the new city as well as those from the Walled City to give the participants a taste of the state-of-art buildings on the JLN Marg and the old heritage buildings. To motivate the participants flowers were showered from a helicopter onto them. “The event has raised our spirits and created enthusiasm to work and co-operate towards developing this city into a world-class one,” said Dharam Singh, a retired Army officer who participated in the race along with his 15-year-old grandson. This event recorded a turnout of 22,000 participants.
State tourism minister Bina Kak, Jaipur MP Mahesh Joshi and mayor Jyoti Khandelwal were also present at Ramniwas Bagh to receive the winners.
Actor Rajiv Khandelwal who was also present in the morning said, “I was surprised by the huge turnout of people which was very encouraging.”
Jaipurites.
No sooner had the day broken, people began pouring in thousands, cutting across all age groups to the Ramniwas Bagh, all geared up to take to the road for the 6-km half-marathon and the 21-km full marathon organised by the state tourism department and supported by a few organisations.
But perhaps the heat of their enthusiasm was just a little too much. For, no sooner did actor Salman Khan appear to flag off the half-marathon, all guards broke loose.
The crowd was at its wits end as youngsters and frenzied fans whistled and began shouting ‘Salman Bhai, Salman Bhai.’ Everyone began pushing each other to have a glimpse of their favourite actor clearly taking the organisers off guard.
If that was not enough, an unruly crowd of about 100 odd youngsters started throwing chairs and bottles on police and the latter had to resort to a lathicharge. However, no one was injured. But that had clearly stolen the half marathon of its charm. And Salman Khan was denied permission to participate in it by the police.
“The situation became so tense that Salman was rushed to the car escorted by police,” said Suresh Mishra, president of Sanskriti, an organisation working for social causes. The organisers claimed that the actor was prepared to participate in the ‘Dream Run’ of 6 km but due to security reasons he was denied permission.
“I came from Alwar to run with the actor. The organisers shouldn’t have given us the impression that the actor will run with us,” said a fan who had bought a new athletic kit for the event. More than 20,000 people participated in the Dream Run which finished at World Trade Park on JLN Marg.
Next it was the turn of home minister Shanti Dhariwal and DGP Harish Meena to flag off the full marathon that saw over 2,000 people, mostly athletes, sportsmen and people from the defence background, participate.
Sandeep Kumar, an athlete from Bangalore, and Preeti Rao, an athlete from Bikaner, won the race in the male and female categories, respectively by completing the run in 1.08 hours and 1.10 minutes. The winners
received Rs 1 lakh each as prize money.
The organisers had smartly crafted the route by mixing areas from the new city as well as those from the Walled City to give the participants a taste of the state-of-art buildings on the JLN Marg and the old heritage buildings. To motivate the participants flowers were showered from a helicopter onto them. “The event has raised our spirits and created enthusiasm to work and co-operate towards developing this city into a world-class one,” said Dharam Singh, a retired Army officer who participated in the race along with his 15-year-old grandson. This event recorded a turnout of 22,000 participants.
State tourism minister Bina Kak, Jaipur MP Mahesh Joshi and mayor Jyoti Khandelwal were also present at Ramniwas Bagh to receive the winners.
Actor Rajiv Khandelwal who was also present in the morning said, “I was surprised by the huge turnout of people which was very encouraging.”
Youth stabbed to death over love affair
JAIPUR: A 23-year-old youth was stabbed to death allegedly over his affair with a girl in the city on Sunday.
According to the police, the victim, Deepak alias Devilal Teli, was working as a salesman at a garment shop.
“On Sunday, Deepak told the shopowner that if anybody calls up, he should tell the caller that he was not there in the shop,” said Gauri Shankar Sharma, Manak Chowk police station incharge.
Later, a girl called on the landline but the shopowner, Shyam, told her that Deepak was not there. Later, a young man came to the shop asking for Deepak, who went out with him.
When he returned, blood was pouring out of a stab wound on his stomach. Shyam rushed him to SMS Hospital, where he died. Police said the motive behind the murder was the affair of the girl with Deepak.
According to the police, the victim, Deepak alias Devilal Teli, was working as a salesman at a garment shop.
“On Sunday, Deepak told the shopowner that if anybody calls up, he should tell the caller that he was not there in the shop,” said Gauri Shankar Sharma, Manak Chowk police station incharge.
Later, a girl called on the landline but the shopowner, Shyam, told her that Deepak was not there. Later, a young man came to the shop asking for Deepak, who went out with him.
When he returned, blood was pouring out of a stab wound on his stomach. Shyam rushed him to SMS Hospital, where he died. Police said the motive behind the murder was the affair of the girl with Deepak.
Fan frenzy forces Salman to skip Jaipur marathon participation
JAIPUR: In town to participate in a marathon to promote the city, Bollywood star Salman Khan had to beat a hasty retreat after frenzied fans mobbed him resulting in a police lathicharge. ( Watch Video )
Salman flagged off the the 6.5 km long dream run in which thousands of Jaipurites participated but things became chaotic after fans tried to reach for him at the stage. The police had to resort to lathicharge to control the crowd.
The resulting chaos forced the organisers to first escort Salman off the stage before he was whisked away in a car.
the marathon (21km) was flagged off by the Rajasthan home minister Shanti Dhariwal and DGP Harish Chandra Meena in which around 1700 runners took part.
Television actor Rajiv Khandelwal and state tourism minister Bina Kak were also present at the start point near Ramnivas garden from where the marathon and dream run began in the morning.
Dream run finished at World Trade Park (WTP) covering a distance, while the marathon started from Ramnivas garden and the runners covered WTP, Tonk Road, Janpath, MI Road, Ajmeri Gate, Kishanpol Bazar, Tripolia Bazar, Johri Bazar, and Sanganer Gate.
MP Mahesh Joshi, Jaipur Mayor Jyoti Khandelwal were among others presented there.
Salman flagged off the the 6.5 km long dream run in which thousands of Jaipurites participated but things became chaotic after fans tried to reach for him at the stage. The police had to resort to lathicharge to control the crowd.
The resulting chaos forced the organisers to first escort Salman off the stage before he was whisked away in a car.
the marathon (21km) was flagged off by the Rajasthan home minister Shanti Dhariwal and DGP Harish Chandra Meena in which around 1700 runners took part.
Television actor Rajiv Khandelwal and state tourism minister Bina Kak were also present at the start point near Ramnivas garden from where the marathon and dream run began in the morning.
Dream run finished at World Trade Park (WTP) covering a distance, while the marathon started from Ramnivas garden and the runners covered WTP, Tonk Road, Janpath, MI Road, Ajmeri Gate, Kishanpol Bazar, Tripolia Bazar, Johri Bazar, and Sanganer Gate.
MP Mahesh Joshi, Jaipur Mayor Jyoti Khandelwal were among others presented there.
Panther stoned to death near Amber
JAIPUR: A panther was beaten and stoned to death at Harvar village near Amber early on Saturday morning. The animal, which had entered the village from the nearby hills, had reportedly attacked alteast four persons before it was killed.
According to sources, it was around 5.30 am when villagers in the area woke up to an alarm raised by a man after the panther went for a kill from among the livestock in the village.
The villagers soon got together and chased the animal with sticks, sickles and stones and other arms. The panther tried to escape, but could not find its way out and fell victim to stones pelted by the mob. Thereafter, the villagers surrounded the panther and repeatedly beat it. It died on the spot.
Later, the villagers claimed that the Big Cat had attacked and injured atleast four other persons before it had gone for the kill.
As the news of the animal's death spread, forest department officials rushed to the spot. They conducted a post-mortem of the animal. According to forest officials, the animal should not have been beaten to death.
"We have taken the matter seriously. "We have sent a team of officials to the spot. They would look into the matter and we plan to file an FIR against all those guilty. The panther is a Schedule I animal but is very resilient. It should not have been killed," said an official.
According to the chief wildlife warden, Rajasthan, R N Mehrotra, "It is a very sad incident. People should not behave in this way with animals. Else we will loose all of them. In fact, our guard, who was present at the venue tried to stop the mob, but was not heard. Later, some of our officials too were manhandled. It is natural for the animal to venture in there but it did not harm anyone."
According to sources, it was around 5.30 am when villagers in the area woke up to an alarm raised by a man after the panther went for a kill from among the livestock in the village.
The villagers soon got together and chased the animal with sticks, sickles and stones and other arms. The panther tried to escape, but could not find its way out and fell victim to stones pelted by the mob. Thereafter, the villagers surrounded the panther and repeatedly beat it. It died on the spot.
Later, the villagers claimed that the Big Cat had attacked and injured atleast four other persons before it had gone for the kill.
As the news of the animal's death spread, forest department officials rushed to the spot. They conducted a post-mortem of the animal. According to forest officials, the animal should not have been beaten to death.
"We have taken the matter seriously. "We have sent a team of officials to the spot. They would look into the matter and we plan to file an FIR against all those guilty. The panther is a Schedule I animal but is very resilient. It should not have been killed," said an official.
According to the chief wildlife warden, Rajasthan, R N Mehrotra, "It is a very sad incident. People should not behave in this way with animals. Else we will loose all of them. In fact, our guard, who was present at the venue tried to stop the mob, but was not heard. Later, some of our officials too were manhandled. It is natural for the animal to venture in there but it did not harm anyone."
Newborn dies after hand cut by docs in hospital
JAIPUR: A three-day-old baby, whose right hand was cut allegedly due to the negligence of doctors during a caesarian operation at a government
hospital in Udaipur, died in the hospital on Friday.
District collector, Udaipur, Anant Kumar had constituted a four member committee headed by doctor Sharda Goyal of RNT Medical College to conduct inquiry into the case.
However, the inquiry committee in its report said no negligence was found on the part of doctors. The report also said no cut was found on the arm of the child but it could have happened as the baby was premature — seven and a half-months-old.
According to sources, the baby was born to Babli (25), wife of Ranjeet Kumar, a resident of Rajsamand district, at Pannadhay Government Hospital on Wednesday. During the delivery, doctors allegedly cut the right arm of the newborn which led to heavy bleeding. The doctors, however, did not take the issue seriously, said the family members.
Alleging gross negligence on the part of doctors, the relatives said when they requested the doctors to do the needful, the latter assured them that there was nothing to worry as it was a minor injury.
When they repeatedly pleaded the doctors, they put a bandage on the baby's arm and then admitted him to the paediatric ward. However, the bleeding continued and the baby was put on artificial respiration but died on Friday night.
Meanwhile, district collector Anant Kumar told TOI that the inquiry committee's report has been forwarded to principal secretary Chandra Mohan Meena and further action would be taken on the basis of directives issued by the government.
The hospital authorities denied allegations of negligence saying the baby was born premature (only seven months old). The baby might have got a fracture, which is common in such deliveries, they said. Repeated attempts to contact hospital superintendent Kamesh Punjabi failed as she is said to have gone on a long leave after the incident.
hospital in Udaipur, died in the hospital on Friday.
District collector, Udaipur, Anant Kumar had constituted a four member committee headed by doctor Sharda Goyal of RNT Medical College to conduct inquiry into the case.
However, the inquiry committee in its report said no negligence was found on the part of doctors. The report also said no cut was found on the arm of the child but it could have happened as the baby was premature — seven and a half-months-old.
According to sources, the baby was born to Babli (25), wife of Ranjeet Kumar, a resident of Rajsamand district, at Pannadhay Government Hospital on Wednesday. During the delivery, doctors allegedly cut the right arm of the newborn which led to heavy bleeding. The doctors, however, did not take the issue seriously, said the family members.
Alleging gross negligence on the part of doctors, the relatives said when they requested the doctors to do the needful, the latter assured them that there was nothing to worry as it was a minor injury.
When they repeatedly pleaded the doctors, they put a bandage on the baby's arm and then admitted him to the paediatric ward. However, the bleeding continued and the baby was put on artificial respiration but died on Friday night.
Meanwhile, district collector Anant Kumar told TOI that the inquiry committee's report has been forwarded to principal secretary Chandra Mohan Meena and further action would be taken on the basis of directives issued by the government.
The hospital authorities denied allegations of negligence saying the baby was born premature (only seven months old). The baby might have got a fracture, which is common in such deliveries, they said. Repeated attempts to contact hospital superintendent Kamesh Punjabi failed as she is said to have gone on a long leave after the incident.
No complimentary passes for ODIs
JAIPUR: Alarmed by the ever increasing number of freebees arriving for cricket matches, Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) has declared that no
complimentary passes would be issued for the forthcoming India-South Africa ODI scheduled for February 21.
"Even policemen would enter the stadium after buying a ticket. None of the officials of RCA or district officials, administrative officers or politicians would be issued complimentary passes. Even I would buy a ticket and see the match," said Union minister and president of the RCA, C P Joshi.
Joshi and secretary Sanjay Dixit attended the meeting of the organizing committee which includes home minister Shanti Dhariwal, MP Mahesh Joshi and Lalchand Kataria, sports minister Mangilal Garasia, Jaipur mayor Jyoti Khandelwal, president of the state sports council Shiv Charan Mali and others.
"We had to take this decision for the sake of public. The ticketholders were suffering because there were thousands of complimentary pass holders inside. We are prepared to even reduce the number of seats to provide more comfort to the ticketholders," said Sanjay Dixit.
"There would be tight security too. We have discussed various aspects with the security officials and have constituted a committee which includes me, IG of police B L Soni, home secretary Pradeep Sen and IPS officer Narsimha Rao who would approve the security plan.
Sources said that the RCA would buy the passes meant for the BCCI officials and then give it to them. Even senior police officers have agreed to the concept and have assured the RCA that the department would buy the tickets for the security personnel. But they would charge for their services.
complimentary passes would be issued for the forthcoming India-South Africa ODI scheduled for February 21.
"Even policemen would enter the stadium after buying a ticket. None of the officials of RCA or district officials, administrative officers or politicians would be issued complimentary passes. Even I would buy a ticket and see the match," said Union minister and president of the RCA, C P Joshi.
Joshi and secretary Sanjay Dixit attended the meeting of the organizing committee which includes home minister Shanti Dhariwal, MP Mahesh Joshi and Lalchand Kataria, sports minister Mangilal Garasia, Jaipur mayor Jyoti Khandelwal, president of the state sports council Shiv Charan Mali and others.
"We had to take this decision for the sake of public. The ticketholders were suffering because there were thousands of complimentary pass holders inside. We are prepared to even reduce the number of seats to provide more comfort to the ticketholders," said Sanjay Dixit.
"There would be tight security too. We have discussed various aspects with the security officials and have constituted a committee which includes me, IG of police B L Soni, home secretary Pradeep Sen and IPS officer Narsimha Rao who would approve the security plan.
Sources said that the RCA would buy the passes meant for the BCCI officials and then give it to them. Even senior police officers have agreed to the concept and have assured the RCA that the department would buy the tickets for the security personnel. But they would charge for their services.
Gehlot reviews dam issue
JAIPUR: Chief minister Ashok Gehlot on Saturday reviewed the situation at the Panchana dam area in Karauli district where a section of people are
opposing the release of water from the dam.
After a high-level meeting at his residence, he said further discussions will be held with the people of the area.
The state government as per the agreement with the people of the dam and downstream, has initiated the tender process and constituted a monitoring committee for the construction of the proposed lift irrigation project.
The government has taken all steps to complete the process in a time-bound manner as per the agreement, he said.
opposing the release of water from the dam.
After a high-level meeting at his residence, he said further discussions will be held with the people of the area.
The state government as per the agreement with the people of the dam and downstream, has initiated the tender process and constituted a monitoring committee for the construction of the proposed lift irrigation project.
The government has taken all steps to complete the process in a time-bound manner as per the agreement, he said.
Man ends life after failing in exam
JODHPUR: Failure to achieve academic expectations claimed one more life in the state. A 25-year-old student who flunked CA-CAT exam committed suicide by jumping in front of a moving train in Jodhpur. On January 17, Preeti Das (19) had committed suicide in the same manner in Jaipur when she too failed the exam.
According to the police, the deceased Devesh Bhandari had left his house at about 4.00 pm on Thursday. His body was found on the railway tracks, some 7-8 km from his residence early on Friday morning.
His elder brother, Deepak Bhandari, a sales executive, told TOI that Devesh was outgoing and concerned about his career. Studious in nature, he had completed B Com and M Com (in 2007) with first division. He had cleared CA Inter in the first attempt but could clear the final in two attempts. The results last Sunday disappointed him and possibly failing to come to terms with this he killed himself. He was also awaiting the results of company secretary (CS – Final), which is to be announced in February.
Ashok Sancheti, owner of the company where Devesh was doing his internship, told TOI that Devesh was a sincere student. On Thursday, before he went missing, he had expressed his intention to work as a CS and was advised by Ashok to join any job along with re-attempting CA-CAT.
"His step shocked all of us as he never showed any sign of extreme depression, which could have led him to commit suicide," he said.
According to the police, the deceased Devesh Bhandari had left his house at about 4.00 pm on Thursday. His body was found on the railway tracks, some 7-8 km from his residence early on Friday morning.
His elder brother, Deepak Bhandari, a sales executive, told TOI that Devesh was outgoing and concerned about his career. Studious in nature, he had completed B Com and M Com (in 2007) with first division. He had cleared CA Inter in the first attempt but could clear the final in two attempts. The results last Sunday disappointed him and possibly failing to come to terms with this he killed himself. He was also awaiting the results of company secretary (CS – Final), which is to be announced in February.
Ashok Sancheti, owner of the company where Devesh was doing his internship, told TOI that Devesh was a sincere student. On Thursday, before he went missing, he had expressed his intention to work as a CS and was advised by Ashok to join any job along with re-attempting CA-CAT.
"His step shocked all of us as he never showed any sign of extreme depression, which could have led him to commit suicide," he said.
Eight hurt as villagers open fire in Alwar
ALWAR: Violence erupted in Alwar district on Saturday when two groups of villagers fired at each-other following tension over panchayat elections in Bhainsada village under Pahadi police station area.
At least eight people sustained bullet injuries. The two groups had locked horns on Friday also when elections were held for the post of sarpanch.
According to the police, tension had been prevailing in the area since Friday.
"Minor incidents of clashes between two groups continued throughout Friday," said a police officer.
The supporters of both groups had gathered at a place in the village on Saturday morning when the selection of up-sarpanch was to be decided. Supporters of both groups started shouting slogans and tension escalated.
A few who were carrying guns opened fire in which eight men, identified as Bachcu, Mukut, Puran, Sundar, Hari Ram, Hari Kishan, Geeta and Manju, were seriously injured.
Some policemen from Pahadi police station arrived at the spot, but they kept away until additional forces reached the spot from Alwar. Eleven men have been rounded up in connection with the firing incident.
At least eight people sustained bullet injuries. The two groups had locked horns on Friday also when elections were held for the post of sarpanch.
According to the police, tension had been prevailing in the area since Friday.
"Minor incidents of clashes between two groups continued throughout Friday," said a police officer.
The supporters of both groups had gathered at a place in the village on Saturday morning when the selection of up-sarpanch was to be decided. Supporters of both groups started shouting slogans and tension escalated.
A few who were carrying guns opened fire in which eight men, identified as Bachcu, Mukut, Puran, Sundar, Hari Ram, Hari Kishan, Geeta and Manju, were seriously injured.
Some policemen from Pahadi police station arrived at the spot, but they kept away until additional forces reached the spot from Alwar. Eleven men have been rounded up in connection with the firing incident.
Pact for new airport on Jaipur-Delhi highway
JAIPUR: Rajasthan Aviation Infrastructure India Private Limited (RAIPL) signed a partnership agreement with Fraport AG (Frankfurt Airport Services Worldwide, Germany) on Saturday. RAIPL is building an aerotropolis project (airport) on Jaipur-Delhi highway.
Fraport is a full-service provider in the airport management field and owns the Frankfurt airport in Germany. This partnership pact is for technical services, operator and strategic partnership. The proposed new airport will be one of the first privately-owned airports in the country.
The new Greenfield Airport Policy (2008) permits private organisations to build airports if permitted by Centre. RAIPL has received all necessary clearances from the Centre to build the airport.
However, the signing of the State Support Agreement (SSA) by the state government is pending. The company plans to start operations by 2014, provided the SSA is signed by the first quarter of 2010.
Fraport is a full-service provider in the airport management field and owns the Frankfurt airport in Germany. This partnership pact is for technical services, operator and strategic partnership. The proposed new airport will be one of the first privately-owned airports in the country.
The new Greenfield Airport Policy (2008) permits private organisations to build airports if permitted by Centre. RAIPL has received all necessary clearances from the Centre to build the airport.
However, the signing of the State Support Agreement (SSA) by the state government is pending. The company plans to start operations by 2014, provided the SSA is signed by the first quarter of 2010.
Cop held for attempt to rape junior
JAIPUR: A 50-year-old reserve inspector (RI) was arrested in the city on Saturday for allegedly trying to rape a junior. Brahmpuri police arrested the RI, Rampratap Yadav, who was suspended following the complaint.
The victim, a 25-year-old woman constable, alleged in her complaint that the accused tried to molest her in his quarter at the Rural Reserve Police Lines building on Saturday morning when they returned after completing their panchayat polls duty at Bassi.
The victim, a resident of Chomu, was accompanied by three others — including Yadav and two other constables — to the Rural Reserve Lines.
Inspector suspended
The police said that the incident took place at around 4.30 am. The victim alleged that when they got off the police jeep, Rampratap handed her a tiffin and asked her to place it in his quarter.
"Rampratap being his senior, she did not refuse. But when she went inside his quarter, Rampratap followed her and bolted the door from inside," said DySP Sulesh Chowdhary. The officer added that the RI first tried to lure the victim into a physical relationship, and when she did not comply, he allegedly attempted to rape her.
"On this, the victim raised an alarm. Some policemen who were on night duty rushed to the quarter and rescued her," said the officer.
The police said that the victim went to the residence of SP (rural) Vipin Kumar Pandey immediately after the incident and reported the matter to him. He sent some policemen along with her to Brahmpuri police station after which an FIR was lodged. "He was arrested soon after the case was registered," said the officer.
The victim sustained scars on her body following the struggle with the accused. She was recruited in 2009 and was undergoing police training. "We have conducted the medical examination of the victim and Rampratap Yadav. He has been booked under sections 323, 354, 376 and 511 of IPC and sections of SC/ST Act," the officer added. Pandey told TOI that Yadav has been suspended and is being interrogated.
The victim, a 25-year-old woman constable, alleged in her complaint that the accused tried to molest her in his quarter at the Rural Reserve Police Lines building on Saturday morning when they returned after completing their panchayat polls duty at Bassi.
The victim, a resident of Chomu, was accompanied by three others — including Yadav and two other constables — to the Rural Reserve Lines.
Inspector suspended
The police said that the incident took place at around 4.30 am. The victim alleged that when they got off the police jeep, Rampratap handed her a tiffin and asked her to place it in his quarter.
"Rampratap being his senior, she did not refuse. But when she went inside his quarter, Rampratap followed her and bolted the door from inside," said DySP Sulesh Chowdhary. The officer added that the RI first tried to lure the victim into a physical relationship, and when she did not comply, he allegedly attempted to rape her.
"On this, the victim raised an alarm. Some policemen who were on night duty rushed to the quarter and rescued her," said the officer.
The police said that the victim went to the residence of SP (rural) Vipin Kumar Pandey immediately after the incident and reported the matter to him. He sent some policemen along with her to Brahmpuri police station after which an FIR was lodged. "He was arrested soon after the case was registered," said the officer.
The victim sustained scars on her body following the struggle with the accused. She was recruited in 2009 and was undergoing police training. "We have conducted the medical examination of the victim and Rampratap Yadav. He has been booked under sections 323, 354, 376 and 511 of IPC and sections of SC/ST Act," the officer added. Pandey told TOI that Yadav has been suspended and is being interrogated.
Safety measures at oil firms discussed
JAIPUR: The fire at IOC’s Sitapura depot in November seems to have awakened the state government. As oil refineries in Barmer and Jaisalmer
districts remain under terror threat and IOC’s fire being considered a result of alleged human errors, the state government in collaboration with oil companies has formed the onshore security coordination committee (OSCC). The move is regarded a major step to ensure safety of oil establishments in the state.
The first meeting of the committee under the chairmanship of DGP (Rajasthan) Harish Chandra Meena took place in Jaipur on Friday. The committee will consist of DGP (Rajasthan), DG, security (ONGC), secretary – geology and mines (Rajasthan), Add DG-crime (Rajasthan), IGPs of Ajmer, Kota, Jaipur and Jodhpur districts and officials of oil companies.
ADG (crime) K L Bairwa told TOI that Rajasthan has become the 10th state having an OSCC. The panel will meet three times a year.
The committee will monitor security arrangements at depots and cases of thefts from oil pipelines which have grown alarmingly in the past few years. According to police records, around 80 such thefts have been reported in the past four years.
Investigations show these thefts were committed not only by local criminals but organised gangs having interstate and international ramifications. The police claimed they have filed chargesheets in 40 cases d in four years.
“The committee will chalk out elaborate plans to ensure security at public sector oil establishments. They include refineries, depots and pipelines,” said ADG Bairwa. It will periodically check whether security and transport procedures are being followed at refineries, oil deports and pipelines. For this, sudden checks will be conducted and records examined.
It discussed measures to prevent repetition of incidents like the fire at IOC’s Sitapura depot.
districts remain under terror threat and IOC’s fire being considered a result of alleged human errors, the state government in collaboration with oil companies has formed the onshore security coordination committee (OSCC). The move is regarded a major step to ensure safety of oil establishments in the state.
The first meeting of the committee under the chairmanship of DGP (Rajasthan) Harish Chandra Meena took place in Jaipur on Friday. The committee will consist of DGP (Rajasthan), DG, security (ONGC), secretary – geology and mines (Rajasthan), Add DG-crime (Rajasthan), IGPs of Ajmer, Kota, Jaipur and Jodhpur districts and officials of oil companies.
ADG (crime) K L Bairwa told TOI that Rajasthan has become the 10th state having an OSCC. The panel will meet three times a year.
The committee will monitor security arrangements at depots and cases of thefts from oil pipelines which have grown alarmingly in the past few years. According to police records, around 80 such thefts have been reported in the past four years.
Investigations show these thefts were committed not only by local criminals but organised gangs having interstate and international ramifications. The police claimed they have filed chargesheets in 40 cases d in four years.
“The committee will chalk out elaborate plans to ensure security at public sector oil establishments. They include refineries, depots and pipelines,” said ADG Bairwa. It will periodically check whether security and transport procedures are being followed at refineries, oil deports and pipelines. For this, sudden checks will be conducted and records examined.
It discussed measures to prevent repetition of incidents like the fire at IOC’s Sitapura depot.
Two students, teacher killed in mishaps
JAIPUR: In three separate accidents two students and a schoolteacher were killed on Friday. In another mishap two men were injured when two trucks
collided on JLN Road.
According to the police, 22-year-old Mahendra Singh, a resident of Bundi and MCA student at a private college in Jaipur was killed when his motorcycle was hit by a truck in Jhalana area on Friday evening.
Police said 22-year-old Minakshi Charan, a student nurse, was killed when the scooty in which she was travelling hit by a school bus at Gopalpura Bypass.
Forty-eight-year-old Omprakash, a teacher in a government school near Bhambhoria was killed when the motorcycle he was riding hit by mini bus from behind. He was rushed to SMS Hospital in critical condition, but succumbed to injuries.
Police said two trucks collided head-on near OTS Circle in which two men were injured. They have been admitted to SMS Hospital.
collided on JLN Road.
According to the police, 22-year-old Mahendra Singh, a resident of Bundi and MCA student at a private college in Jaipur was killed when his motorcycle was hit by a truck in Jhalana area on Friday evening.
Police said 22-year-old Minakshi Charan, a student nurse, was killed when the scooty in which she was travelling hit by a school bus at Gopalpura Bypass.
Forty-eight-year-old Omprakash, a teacher in a government school near Bhambhoria was killed when the motorcycle he was riding hit by mini bus from behind. He was rushed to SMS Hospital in critical condition, but succumbed to injuries.
Police said two trucks collided head-on near OTS Circle in which two men were injured. They have been admitted to SMS Hospital.
'Pt Nehru rightfully used English to address nation'
JAIPUR: Shashi Tharoor may have steered clear of the Nehruvian foreign policy controversy but the country’s first Prime Minister remains a matter of hot debate. Dimplomat-cum-author Pavan Varma, now says that Nehru’s anglicised “tryst with destiny” speech in 1947 was reflective of colonial hangover.
“Country’s first Prime Minister made his maiden speech in free India in English, which was testimony to how the roots of our own languages were weakened in 200 years of colonian rule,” says Varma, Indian Ambassador to Bhutan, who had another session with the noted lyricist Gulzar on the second day of the 5th DSC Jaipur Literature Festival at at “Baithak” on Friday.
Seated on the dais surrounded by the charpoys and morhas, resembling a true “baithak” in the ambience of a rural Rajasthan, the duo had yet another mesmerising session in which they had their own ways of seeking pan-Indian introspection about country’s linguistic affinity, preferences and love for the “matri-bhasha” (mother tongue).
The topic was “language and identity” and the duo provided enthralling and impeccable logic, through which they defined India’s journey since its first traces of civilization and how linguistic differences have posed roadblocks in emergence of a “unanimous India”. Varma was emphatic about giving Hindi its “due” respect, the poet in Gulzar, however, spoke the typical Hindustani (mix of Urdu and Hindi) to explain the chronic linguistic “siyasat” (politics) that the country has experienced since times immemorial.
The audience too had its variety with a unique blend of informed youth, socialites, artists and last but not the least a few siyasatdars (politicians), as BJP’s top leader Vasundhara Raje too was among the discplined listeners to the poetic logic of Gulzar, which were complimented by some thought-provoking speeches of Varma. Raje too nodded in affirmation when Gulzar said point blank, “It was high time politicians refrained doing siyasat (politics) on linguitic issues.” He didn’t hesitate in citing the example of Maharashtra where a recent ruling necessitates knowledge of Marathi to drive a taxi driving.
Varma was straight in his arguments and said that even after 60 years the constraints remain the same. “Nehru was constrained to deliver the speech in English and things have not changed an inch since then,” he rued. He said that while travelling in Shatabdi you talk Hindi to an individual but the response will invariably be in English. “The country needs to come out of that mindset,” he suggested.
Varma says that India is a country of linguistic heritage and languages should not be seen as a half-caste. “India’s irony is that the educated are adrift of their linguistic responsibility and they feel a sense of superiority in speaking a foreign language and feel inferior while speaking their mother tongue,” said Varma. He said that that language is not only medium of communication but also window of a culture, part of your heritage and inheritance.
Varma said that the colonial advent damaged our language the most and Indian have failed to repair them till date.
“Country needs a cultural audit and find out where we stand.” The sufiyana Hindustani of Gulzar played the moderator as his serene poetic proses gave the elevation that the audience was expecing. “Pt Nehru rightfully used English to address the nation in 1947 as it is always pertinent in a country, where people speak several languages. We ought to learn a language with global reach. But the mother tongue should not be ignored and when it comes to the state of Indian languages I must say that the revolution in this country is half finished and we have still a long way to go.”
“Country’s first Prime Minister made his maiden speech in free India in English, which was testimony to how the roots of our own languages were weakened in 200 years of colonian rule,” says Varma, Indian Ambassador to Bhutan, who had another session with the noted lyricist Gulzar on the second day of the 5th DSC Jaipur Literature Festival at at “Baithak” on Friday.
Seated on the dais surrounded by the charpoys and morhas, resembling a true “baithak” in the ambience of a rural Rajasthan, the duo had yet another mesmerising session in which they had their own ways of seeking pan-Indian introspection about country’s linguistic affinity, preferences and love for the “matri-bhasha” (mother tongue).
The topic was “language and identity” and the duo provided enthralling and impeccable logic, through which they defined India’s journey since its first traces of civilization and how linguistic differences have posed roadblocks in emergence of a “unanimous India”. Varma was emphatic about giving Hindi its “due” respect, the poet in Gulzar, however, spoke the typical Hindustani (mix of Urdu and Hindi) to explain the chronic linguistic “siyasat” (politics) that the country has experienced since times immemorial.
The audience too had its variety with a unique blend of informed youth, socialites, artists and last but not the least a few siyasatdars (politicians), as BJP’s top leader Vasundhara Raje too was among the discplined listeners to the poetic logic of Gulzar, which were complimented by some thought-provoking speeches of Varma. Raje too nodded in affirmation when Gulzar said point blank, “It was high time politicians refrained doing siyasat (politics) on linguitic issues.” He didn’t hesitate in citing the example of Maharashtra where a recent ruling necessitates knowledge of Marathi to drive a taxi driving.
Varma was straight in his arguments and said that even after 60 years the constraints remain the same. “Nehru was constrained to deliver the speech in English and things have not changed an inch since then,” he rued. He said that while travelling in Shatabdi you talk Hindi to an individual but the response will invariably be in English. “The country needs to come out of that mindset,” he suggested.
Varma says that India is a country of linguistic heritage and languages should not be seen as a half-caste. “India’s irony is that the educated are adrift of their linguistic responsibility and they feel a sense of superiority in speaking a foreign language and feel inferior while speaking their mother tongue,” said Varma. He said that that language is not only medium of communication but also window of a culture, part of your heritage and inheritance.
Varma said that the colonial advent damaged our language the most and Indian have failed to repair them till date.
“Country needs a cultural audit and find out where we stand.” The sufiyana Hindustani of Gulzar played the moderator as his serene poetic proses gave the elevation that the audience was expecing. “Pt Nehru rightfully used English to address the nation in 1947 as it is always pertinent in a country, where people speak several languages. We ought to learn a language with global reach. But the mother tongue should not be ignored and when it comes to the state of Indian languages I must say that the revolution in this country is half finished and we have still a long way to go.”
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Writers debate future of books in internet age
JAIPUR: Dozens of writers visiting, hundreds pouring in for discussions, books sold and bought, the Lit Fest's abuzz with happy activity. But one session raised a rather troubling question: will the internet change it all?
Tina Brown, former editor of The New Yorker, novelist Vikram Chandra, poet Gulzar, author-diplomat Navtej Singh Sarna, academic Tunku Varadarajan, ad guru and lyricist Prasoon Joshi and journalist Steven Coll discussed the fate of books - the ink-and-paper variety -- in the Net age.
The freewheeling, mostly unrestricted, 'content' sharing on the Net has many takers. Brown, celebrated print journalist and former editor of top-of-the-line magazines Tatler and Vanity Fair, now runs a news aggregator and has "become a convert to editing online".
It's the speed of it, she says. The immediate reaction from readers - whether positive or negative - is like response to a "theatre performance". "I find it more intoxicating than writing for print," says Brown, currently writing a non-fiction work on Bill and Hillary Clinton.
That is exactly what Varadarajan, Gulzar and Sarna object to. It all happens too fast. "It's like blurting it out," says the lyricist. For them, quality is compromised in favour of speed, and comments are made instantly without thought or contemplation.
Only some portals have any quality control where the bad writing is "weeded out", as Brown puts it, by editors hired for the purpose. But that still leaves a huge mass of online content in the shape of blogs and social Networking sites that practically swamp cyberspace.
Describing the panic over the internet as a "pretty rotten smelling red herring," Vikram Chandra pointed out that it's not the books, or rather the stories, that need "rescuing" but the entire range of industries that rest on them - production, printing, marketing in the main. Also lost is the 'culture of reading' that tells you what to read. In the Net-age, new avenues for getting published will have to be explored and copyright and ownership issues sorted.
The Net's greatest benefit, says Coll, is the "ability to search and retrieve" and "collaborate". Information will be received and processed differently and the effect will not necessarily be "evil but distinctive".
Quality, Joshi feels, will not be the problem. It's early days yet and the Net, being the democratic, accessible medium it is, is full of writing of all kinds but eventually, he believes, quality will stand out and be chosen by the users. And as Chandra points out, there was no dearth of bad writing before the Net either.
Tina Brown, former editor of The New Yorker, novelist Vikram Chandra, poet Gulzar, author-diplomat Navtej Singh Sarna, academic Tunku Varadarajan, ad guru and lyricist Prasoon Joshi and journalist Steven Coll discussed the fate of books - the ink-and-paper variety -- in the Net age.
The freewheeling, mostly unrestricted, 'content' sharing on the Net has many takers. Brown, celebrated print journalist and former editor of top-of-the-line magazines Tatler and Vanity Fair, now runs a news aggregator and has "become a convert to editing online".
It's the speed of it, she says. The immediate reaction from readers - whether positive or negative - is like response to a "theatre performance". "I find it more intoxicating than writing for print," says Brown, currently writing a non-fiction work on Bill and Hillary Clinton.
That is exactly what Varadarajan, Gulzar and Sarna object to. It all happens too fast. "It's like blurting it out," says the lyricist. For them, quality is compromised in favour of speed, and comments are made instantly without thought or contemplation.
Only some portals have any quality control where the bad writing is "weeded out", as Brown puts it, by editors hired for the purpose. But that still leaves a huge mass of online content in the shape of blogs and social Networking sites that practically swamp cyberspace.
Describing the panic over the internet as a "pretty rotten smelling red herring," Vikram Chandra pointed out that it's not the books, or rather the stories, that need "rescuing" but the entire range of industries that rest on them - production, printing, marketing in the main. Also lost is the 'culture of reading' that tells you what to read. In the Net-age, new avenues for getting published will have to be explored and copyright and ownership issues sorted.
The Net's greatest benefit, says Coll, is the "ability to search and retrieve" and "collaborate". Information will be received and processed differently and the effect will not necessarily be "evil but distinctive".
Quality, Joshi feels, will not be the problem. It's early days yet and the Net, being the democratic, accessible medium it is, is full of writing of all kinds but eventually, he believes, quality will stand out and be chosen by the users. And as Chandra points out, there was no dearth of bad writing before the Net either.
Nobel winner Soyinka charms, chased for autographs
NEW DELHI: Akinwande Oluwole "Wole" Soyinka calls himself a "Jack of all trades." The 75-year-old Nigerian playwright, poet and occasional novelist,who became the first African to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986, is also an academician, activist, politician with a newly-registered party and a wine connoisseur.
At the Jaipur Literature Festival on Friday, he read excerpts from his works, talked about his days in jail and Nigerian literature and was chased for autographs by bedazzled school kids set at ease by his easy humour and warmth.
During the hour-long reading session, attended by several hundreds, he read sections from his plays, The Road and Death and the King's Horseman as well as his poem, Death in the Dawn. Asked to read -- he doesn't really sing - a song in his own language, he happily obliges. The audience doesn't get a word but later, drifting away from the stage in groups, they talk about his voice.
A doctorate in English literature from the University of Leeds, Soyinka had studied African theatre on a Rockefeller bursary in 1963 and his plays make generous use of devices from popular African theatre including dance and music. Traditional beliefs and roles of deities too will remain relevant, he argues.
Like the Hindu one, the Yoruba - his tribe - too has a rich pantheon that changes with time to accommodate modern discoveries. Gods of metallurgy and thunder become, with time and scientific progress, also gods of engineering and electricity. "They expand their portfolios as the mysteries are penetrated," he jokes.
Life in Nigeria is far from quiet. During the Nigerian Civil War of 1967, Soyinka was arrested by the government of the General Yakubu Gowon. He spent two years in solitary confinement "inventing games," mainly knotty mathematical ones of permutation-combination to keep himself busy. Reading and writing materials weren't allowed but Soyinka found a way.
Kenyan author, Ngugi Wa Thiong'o had written Devil on the Cross from jail on a toilet roll; Soyinka, held in the executioner's yard, made ink from coffee, pens from bones and wrote between the lines of books he managed to smuggle in. "You create an interior life of your own," he says, but there are dangers to that too, "Even meditation can take you to strange places."
Nigeria has had its political troubles not least for an abundance of oil. Soyinka would rather go back to the pre-oil era when a string of military rulers hadn't tried to take charge. "Oil need not be a curse but it is for Nigeria," he says, jokingly suggesting that India is free to drain it out.
He's also seen politics of another kind catching on and fast - a "question of identity" that is "closely tied together with politics." And it's spreading like an "epidemic." But he has a solution for that. "This is where the rocket scientists come in.... if they are so pure they can't cohabit with others, fire them into space... and leave us sinners. Something drastic has to be done."
At the Jaipur Literature Festival on Friday, he read excerpts from his works, talked about his days in jail and Nigerian literature and was chased for autographs by bedazzled school kids set at ease by his easy humour and warmth.
During the hour-long reading session, attended by several hundreds, he read sections from his plays, The Road and Death and the King's Horseman as well as his poem, Death in the Dawn. Asked to read -- he doesn't really sing - a song in his own language, he happily obliges. The audience doesn't get a word but later, drifting away from the stage in groups, they talk about his voice.
A doctorate in English literature from the University of Leeds, Soyinka had studied African theatre on a Rockefeller bursary in 1963 and his plays make generous use of devices from popular African theatre including dance and music. Traditional beliefs and roles of deities too will remain relevant, he argues.
Like the Hindu one, the Yoruba - his tribe - too has a rich pantheon that changes with time to accommodate modern discoveries. Gods of metallurgy and thunder become, with time and scientific progress, also gods of engineering and electricity. "They expand their portfolios as the mysteries are penetrated," he jokes.
Life in Nigeria is far from quiet. During the Nigerian Civil War of 1967, Soyinka was arrested by the government of the General Yakubu Gowon. He spent two years in solitary confinement "inventing games," mainly knotty mathematical ones of permutation-combination to keep himself busy. Reading and writing materials weren't allowed but Soyinka found a way.
Kenyan author, Ngugi Wa Thiong'o had written Devil on the Cross from jail on a toilet roll; Soyinka, held in the executioner's yard, made ink from coffee, pens from bones and wrote between the lines of books he managed to smuggle in. "You create an interior life of your own," he says, but there are dangers to that too, "Even meditation can take you to strange places."
Nigeria has had its political troubles not least for an abundance of oil. Soyinka would rather go back to the pre-oil era when a string of military rulers hadn't tried to take charge. "Oil need not be a curse but it is for Nigeria," he says, jokingly suggesting that India is free to drain it out.
He's also seen politics of another kind catching on and fast - a "question of identity" that is "closely tied together with politics." And it's spreading like an "epidemic." But he has a solution for that. "This is where the rocket scientists come in.... if they are so pure they can't cohabit with others, fire them into space... and leave us sinners. Something drastic has to be done."
More parents seek help of psychiatrists
JAIPUR: Parents are in a state of shock over the growing number of suicide cases in Jaipur district as on Wednesday a teenager committed suicide.
This is the fifth case in the last 14 days. Confused over the changing behaviour patterns of the kids, more and more people are approaching psychiatrists for counseling.
As the police claimed that Garima Sharma had a little fight with her two siblings before committing suicide and they suspect it to be the reason behind her taking the extreme step, residents tried to come across a common factor among recent five suicides.
All the five victims had been in the age group between 14 and 19 years. While two of them had committed suicide following alleged pressure of studies, the police are trying to figure out what drove the three others to kill themselves.
In case of Garima Sharma, the police suspect that a minor tiff with siblings over computer games might have been the reason, however, she did not leave a suicide note.
Preeti Das (19) killed herself by jumping in front of a train on Sunday evening when she failed in CA-CPT exams. On January 15, 18-year-old Archana Rathore who was pursuing an airhostess course and committed suicide by hanging herself from the ceiling of her room in New Colony on Saturday night.
In Kotputali of Jaipur rural, 19-year-old Sandeep Singh Sekhawat killed himself by consuming poisonous substance in his hostel room on January 14. The city witnessed suicide of 16-year-old Smita Singh who hanged herself in her house in Sodala area on January 10.
“Its really confusing. What I have learnt from media reports about these suicides leads to just one conclusion that the tolerance level among kids in the city is decreasing day by day,” said Vijay Singh, a resident of Bani Park area and father of two teenagers.
He said blaming parents is not appropriate. “There is pressure from parents. But, the changing trends of society are also to be blamed. Cinema and other forms of media are affecting the psychology of teenagers,” said Singh.
Shilpa Sharma, a resident of Raja Park area said the situation is really scary. “Does it mean that we should pamper our child more than what is good for them? I don’t think so. But I have definitely started keeping watch if there are any changes in my son’s daily routine,” said Shilpa. She added that she would not hesitate to take her son to a psychiatrist if she saw any changes.
“I have started having more conversations with my 15-year-old son, mainly about life, his interests and other things. I make sure that he takes part in extra-curricular activities,” she added.
This is the fifth case in the last 14 days. Confused over the changing behaviour patterns of the kids, more and more people are approaching psychiatrists for counseling.
As the police claimed that Garima Sharma had a little fight with her two siblings before committing suicide and they suspect it to be the reason behind her taking the extreme step, residents tried to come across a common factor among recent five suicides.
All the five victims had been in the age group between 14 and 19 years. While two of them had committed suicide following alleged pressure of studies, the police are trying to figure out what drove the three others to kill themselves.
In case of Garima Sharma, the police suspect that a minor tiff with siblings over computer games might have been the reason, however, she did not leave a suicide note.
Preeti Das (19) killed herself by jumping in front of a train on Sunday evening when she failed in CA-CPT exams. On January 15, 18-year-old Archana Rathore who was pursuing an airhostess course and committed suicide by hanging herself from the ceiling of her room in New Colony on Saturday night.
In Kotputali of Jaipur rural, 19-year-old Sandeep Singh Sekhawat killed himself by consuming poisonous substance in his hostel room on January 14. The city witnessed suicide of 16-year-old Smita Singh who hanged herself in her house in Sodala area on January 10.
“Its really confusing. What I have learnt from media reports about these suicides leads to just one conclusion that the tolerance level among kids in the city is decreasing day by day,” said Vijay Singh, a resident of Bani Park area and father of two teenagers.
He said blaming parents is not appropriate. “There is pressure from parents. But, the changing trends of society are also to be blamed. Cinema and other forms of media are affecting the psychology of teenagers,” said Singh.
Shilpa Sharma, a resident of Raja Park area said the situation is really scary. “Does it mean that we should pamper our child more than what is good for them? I don’t think so. But I have definitely started keeping watch if there are any changes in my son’s daily routine,” said Shilpa. She added that she would not hesitate to take her son to a psychiatrist if she saw any changes.
“I have started having more conversations with my 15-year-old son, mainly about life, his interests and other things. I make sure that he takes part in extra-curricular activities,” she added.
Suicide by teenagers growing alarmingly
JAIPUR: Suicide among youngsters is assuming epidemic proportions. It is time when education department should react and direct the institutes to
set-up counseling services for students and parents.
Consultant psychiatrist and associate professor at SMS Medical College, Lalit Batra said there has been sudden spurt in the number of depression, anxiety and exam phobia-related cases. At the time when parents bring their wards to him it is difficult to predict whether the patient, under extreme depression, might commit suicide. It is only with time that stress and anxiety increases and the victim fails to find any support and therefore takes the extreme step.
“The factors, responsible for depression or stress among young students are biological, social or personality-related. Parents and friends are equipped to spot biological changes in the person,” he said.
In case of stress, parents should identify the change in the attitude of their children so that timely counselling could be provided by psychiatrist and the cause of stress diagnosed, he added. At the same time, parents and friends should communicate with the persons so as to provide him opportunity to ‘open up’ and share his worries. If he would share his worries and find support or solution from the family and friends, he would feel comfortable, said Batra. Another thing which parents should keep in mind is that they should not impose their unrealistic dreams on their children but allow them freedom to choose their career.
Regarding academic stress, he said that there is a lot of pressure on the young students from the parents and society to perform due to which they remain under extreme stress. “If counseling services are set up in schools and colleges for the students and parents, there is a possibility that the cause of stress would be diagnosed at an early stage,” he said. If the cause is diagnosed and treated in time, there is less chance of suicide, he added.
Aditi Manohar, a local resident said that her son, studying at a coaching institute in Kota, was under stress due to academic pressure but his problem was detected by the family doctor on time.
“Fortunately he was treated on time and he changed his subject” she said. She also said that pressure has been created by social set-up in India. Here the reputation of family is decided by the performance of their children in academics.
set-up counseling services for students and parents.
Consultant psychiatrist and associate professor at SMS Medical College, Lalit Batra said there has been sudden spurt in the number of depression, anxiety and exam phobia-related cases. At the time when parents bring their wards to him it is difficult to predict whether the patient, under extreme depression, might commit suicide. It is only with time that stress and anxiety increases and the victim fails to find any support and therefore takes the extreme step.
“The factors, responsible for depression or stress among young students are biological, social or personality-related. Parents and friends are equipped to spot biological changes in the person,” he said.
In case of stress, parents should identify the change in the attitude of their children so that timely counselling could be provided by psychiatrist and the cause of stress diagnosed, he added. At the same time, parents and friends should communicate with the persons so as to provide him opportunity to ‘open up’ and share his worries. If he would share his worries and find support or solution from the family and friends, he would feel comfortable, said Batra. Another thing which parents should keep in mind is that they should not impose their unrealistic dreams on their children but allow them freedom to choose their career.
Regarding academic stress, he said that there is a lot of pressure on the young students from the parents and society to perform due to which they remain under extreme stress. “If counseling services are set up in schools and colleges for the students and parents, there is a possibility that the cause of stress would be diagnosed at an early stage,” he said. If the cause is diagnosed and treated in time, there is less chance of suicide, he added.
Aditi Manohar, a local resident said that her son, studying at a coaching institute in Kota, was under stress due to academic pressure but his problem was detected by the family doctor on time.
“Fortunately he was treated on time and he changed his subject” she said. She also said that pressure has been created by social set-up in India. Here the reputation of family is decided by the performance of their children in academics.
CM nod awaited as panel clears Rs 4,000 crore investment plans
JAIPUR: Investment proposals worth Rs 4,000 crore were cleared at a pre-Board of Infrastructure Development and Investment (BIDI) meeting on
Thursday. The cleared proposals, which include a few pending ones, will now be sent to chief minister Ashok Gehlot for final approval.
According to sources, proposals worth Rs 4,000 crore were cleared during the meeting chaired by chief secretary T Srinivasan. The major ones which got the nod include the Jaguar Plant Limited, which is to come up in Bhiwadi. The state government is promoting Bhiwadi as a manufacturing hub.
The government also plans to develop Jaipur as an education hub. “In order to develop the state capital as a major education hub, memorandums would be signed with nearly 10 international universities,’’ said a senior official.
A cement factory has been approved for Kota and Nagaur each, while a stainless steel plant and a logistics park has been approved for Pali and Kishangarh, respectively. The Phase III of the extension of the Hindustan Zinc Limited in Udaipur, has also been given green signal.
The chief minister is expected to hold a meeting in the near future to give the final nod for the proposals before the state government presents the annual budget next month.
Thursday. The cleared proposals, which include a few pending ones, will now be sent to chief minister Ashok Gehlot for final approval.
According to sources, proposals worth Rs 4,000 crore were cleared during the meeting chaired by chief secretary T Srinivasan. The major ones which got the nod include the Jaguar Plant Limited, which is to come up in Bhiwadi. The state government is promoting Bhiwadi as a manufacturing hub.
The government also plans to develop Jaipur as an education hub. “In order to develop the state capital as a major education hub, memorandums would be signed with nearly 10 international universities,’’ said a senior official.
A cement factory has been approved for Kota and Nagaur each, while a stainless steel plant and a logistics park has been approved for Pali and Kishangarh, respectively. The Phase III of the extension of the Hindustan Zinc Limited in Udaipur, has also been given green signal.
The chief minister is expected to hold a meeting in the near future to give the final nod for the proposals before the state government presents the annual budget next month.
15-yr-old girl kills self after fight with siblings over computer games
JAIPUR: After an apparent tiff with her siblings over computer games, a 15-year-girl from the city hanged herself from the ceiling of her house.
This is the fifth suicide by a teenager in the city in the past 14 days.
Garima Sharma, a Class IX student who lived in Bani Park’s Indra Colony, ended her life on Wednesday, but police learnt of it only on Thursday.
“She was a student at Sarsavati Vidya Mandir at Madhav Circle in Bani Park,” said Arvind Kumar, incharge of Bani Park police station. The school is affiliated to the Board of Secondary Education, Ajmer.
The 15-year-old girl was apparently distressed after a scuffle with her two younger siblings, a brother and a sister, over computer games. Each of them wanted to be the first to play and angered over this, the girl is believed to have taken the extreme step. She left no suicide note.
A teacher at her school told TOI that she was an average student and had attended classes on Wednesday after having been on leave for three days. She also took a test at the school on Wednesday.
Garima’s father Prithviraj Sharma, a mechanic with Rajasthan Roadways, was on duty and her mother Shakuntala was busy selling milk packets at the booth, which they have in the house compound.
This is the fifth suicide by a teenager in the city in the past 14 days.
Garima Sharma, a Class IX student who lived in Bani Park’s Indra Colony, ended her life on Wednesday, but police learnt of it only on Thursday.
“She was a student at Sarsavati Vidya Mandir at Madhav Circle in Bani Park,” said Arvind Kumar, incharge of Bani Park police station. The school is affiliated to the Board of Secondary Education, Ajmer.
The 15-year-old girl was apparently distressed after a scuffle with her two younger siblings, a brother and a sister, over computer games. Each of them wanted to be the first to play and angered over this, the girl is believed to have taken the extreme step. She left no suicide note.
A teacher at her school told TOI that she was an average student and had attended classes on Wednesday after having been on leave for three days. She also took a test at the school on Wednesday.
Garima’s father Prithviraj Sharma, a mechanic with Rajasthan Roadways, was on duty and her mother Shakuntala was busy selling milk packets at the booth, which they have in the house compound.
Travel & visa woes forgotten as literary stars dazzle at Jaipur
JAIPUR: Fog in Delhi stranded many authors and the visa authorities allegedly played havoc with the schedule, but in Jaipur the sun shone
benevolently as the Jaipur Literature Festival, touted as the ‘‘greatest literary fair on this planet’’ by celebrity editor Tina Brown, kicked off to a flamboyant start on Thursday with the glitterati from Mumbai, New Delhi and London in attendance.
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka’s morning session, however, was called off because the author couldn’t make it on time — his flight from Delhi was cancelled. Girish Karnad’s flight was also delayed and his keynote address had to be rescheduled. Henry Louis Gates Jr, author of ‘‘Thirteen ways of looking at a black man’’, and Andrew Lycett, biographer of books on Dylan Thomas and Rudyard Kipling, could not get visa clearances and had to cancel their visits. Shabana Azmi barely made it on time for the evening session on Thursday where she read from her mother Shaukat Kaifi’s memoirs, ‘‘Kaifi aur main’’.
Yet the festival had abundant energy with writers, authors and publishers mingling with the audience, students and delegates alike. One of the most stimulating sessions of the day was held in the Mughal Tent (now called the ‘Merrill Lynch Mughal Tent’ — sponsors are taking note of the festival’s growing prominence, just as the festival itself is called ‘DSC Jaipur Literature Festival’).
Italian intellectual and publisher Roberto Calasso provided some fantastic insights into how mythology and ritual are violent and innate human impulses with which mankind has always had a problematic relationship. His theory that the internet revolution as a form of mankind’s desire to connect with ‘‘manas’’ (the sense-mind in the yogic world) found its share of sceptics, but it did uplift the audience to loftier realms of thought.
benevolently as the Jaipur Literature Festival, touted as the ‘‘greatest literary fair on this planet’’ by celebrity editor Tina Brown, kicked off to a flamboyant start on Thursday with the glitterati from Mumbai, New Delhi and London in attendance.
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka’s morning session, however, was called off because the author couldn’t make it on time — his flight from Delhi was cancelled. Girish Karnad’s flight was also delayed and his keynote address had to be rescheduled. Henry Louis Gates Jr, author of ‘‘Thirteen ways of looking at a black man’’, and Andrew Lycett, biographer of books on Dylan Thomas and Rudyard Kipling, could not get visa clearances and had to cancel their visits. Shabana Azmi barely made it on time for the evening session on Thursday where she read from her mother Shaukat Kaifi’s memoirs, ‘‘Kaifi aur main’’.
Yet the festival had abundant energy with writers, authors and publishers mingling with the audience, students and delegates alike. One of the most stimulating sessions of the day was held in the Mughal Tent (now called the ‘Merrill Lynch Mughal Tent’ — sponsors are taking note of the festival’s growing prominence, just as the festival itself is called ‘DSC Jaipur Literature Festival’).
Italian intellectual and publisher Roberto Calasso provided some fantastic insights into how mythology and ritual are violent and innate human impulses with which mankind has always had a problematic relationship. His theory that the internet revolution as a form of mankind’s desire to connect with ‘‘manas’’ (the sense-mind in the yogic world) found its share of sceptics, but it did uplift the audience to loftier realms of thought.
Literary festival opens in Jaipur today
JAIPUR: India’s most-awaited literary festival kicks off on Thursday in Jaipur with a keynote address by Girish Karnad. Over the next four days
stars from the world of literature will read from their books as well as discuss issues ranging from Osama bin Laden to the economic recession.
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka heads the list of writers who will be present at the festival. On Thursday, he will be in conversation with Harvard academic Henry Louis Gates Jr.
“Besides showcasing the best of Indian-language and English writing from India, this year the festival will be importing a Nobel laureate, a winner of the Samuel Johnson Prize, two Booker winners and five winners of the Pulitzer prize for literature, as well as leading writers from the world of history, biography, literary criticism, and travel, in addition to the stars of the world of fiction and the novel,” said William Dalrymple, festival director.
Among those who will be there at Jaipur are Roddy Doyle, Anne Enright, Niall Ferguson, Alexander McCall Smith, Romesh Gunasekara, Amit Chaudhuri, Geoff Dyer, Vikram Chandra, Mahasweta Devi, Steve Coll, Lawrence Wright and Gulzar. There will be a strong Pakistani contingent which includes Hanif Kureishi, Ali Sethi and H M Naqvi. The festival, in its fifth year, has kept growing bigger. Over 12,000 people attended last year’s festival. Around 30% were international guests, 30% from Indian metros and the rest from Jaipur itself.
stars from the world of literature will read from their books as well as discuss issues ranging from Osama bin Laden to the economic recession.
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka heads the list of writers who will be present at the festival. On Thursday, he will be in conversation with Harvard academic Henry Louis Gates Jr.
“Besides showcasing the best of Indian-language and English writing from India, this year the festival will be importing a Nobel laureate, a winner of the Samuel Johnson Prize, two Booker winners and five winners of the Pulitzer prize for literature, as well as leading writers from the world of history, biography, literary criticism, and travel, in addition to the stars of the world of fiction and the novel,” said William Dalrymple, festival director.
Among those who will be there at Jaipur are Roddy Doyle, Anne Enright, Niall Ferguson, Alexander McCall Smith, Romesh Gunasekara, Amit Chaudhuri, Geoff Dyer, Vikram Chandra, Mahasweta Devi, Steve Coll, Lawrence Wright and Gulzar. There will be a strong Pakistani contingent which includes Hanif Kureishi, Ali Sethi and H M Naqvi. The festival, in its fifth year, has kept growing bigger. Over 12,000 people attended last year’s festival. Around 30% were international guests, 30% from Indian metros and the rest from Jaipur itself.
Teachers confront CM over jobs
JAIPUR: Hundreds of pass-outs from state’s nursery teachers’ training institutes (NTT) came out on the roads on Wednesday evening and tried to block the path of chief minister Ashok Gehlot who was on his way to inaugurate an open garden theatre on JLN Marg.
Two of the agitating women managed to interrupt the CM at the entrance of the garden but were soon removed from the premises. They were assured of a hearing by the district collector on Thursday morning.
Nearly 15,000 NTT pass-outs had dreamt of getting Grade-III teacher jobs in schools but their eligibility conditions were changed by the state government in 2007. Ever since, they have been demonstrating and organising protests for restoration of original eligibility conditions or an approval for a bridge course, which makes their course equivalent to Basic School Teaching Certificate (BSTC).
“By cancelling our eligibility without any prior indication, the government has put our future on stake,” said Anita Raj, who has been leading the agitation. She said that they tried to meet the CM but the police did not allow. The families of most students had taken loans for the course hoping that the they could repay the money once their wards get selected. But now their hopes too lie shattered.
Another agitator said her father took a loan of Rs 25,000 from one of her relatives to fund her studies. “Before getting admitted to the college, everyone assured us that it was a job-oriented course and I would become a government teacher,” she said.
In fact, the current admissions forms of NTTs clarify that the course was not meant for Rajasthan Public Service Commision selection, though it was not the case till recently. NTT pass-outs were recruited as government teachers till 2005.
The two-year NTT course was introduced in 1984. It was only in 2007 that the course landed in a controversy and 14 teachers, who were selected through RPSC on the basis of the course, were relieved from service. Though they were restored after a few months of agitation, there appeared no hope for thousands of students, who are still undergoing the course in 28 institutes in the state. A committee constituted at that time had proposed for a bridge course to make it equivalent to BSTC but no further development took place.
Two of the agitating women managed to interrupt the CM at the entrance of the garden but were soon removed from the premises. They were assured of a hearing by the district collector on Thursday morning.
Nearly 15,000 NTT pass-outs had dreamt of getting Grade-III teacher jobs in schools but their eligibility conditions were changed by the state government in 2007. Ever since, they have been demonstrating and organising protests for restoration of original eligibility conditions or an approval for a bridge course, which makes their course equivalent to Basic School Teaching Certificate (BSTC).
“By cancelling our eligibility without any prior indication, the government has put our future on stake,” said Anita Raj, who has been leading the agitation. She said that they tried to meet the CM but the police did not allow. The families of most students had taken loans for the course hoping that the they could repay the money once their wards get selected. But now their hopes too lie shattered.
Another agitator said her father took a loan of Rs 25,000 from one of her relatives to fund her studies. “Before getting admitted to the college, everyone assured us that it was a job-oriented course and I would become a government teacher,” she said.
In fact, the current admissions forms of NTTs clarify that the course was not meant for Rajasthan Public Service Commision selection, though it was not the case till recently. NTT pass-outs were recruited as government teachers till 2005.
The two-year NTT course was introduced in 1984. It was only in 2007 that the course landed in a controversy and 14 teachers, who were selected through RPSC on the basis of the course, were relieved from service. Though they were restored after a few months of agitation, there appeared no hope for thousands of students, who are still undergoing the course in 28 institutes in the state. A committee constituted at that time had proposed for a bridge course to make it equivalent to BSTC but no further development took place.
Lawyers seek review of Rajasthan HC judge’s orders
JAIPUR: A group of over 70 lawyers on Wednesday staged a demonstration before the Jaipur bench of Rajasthan High Court seeking a review of the
orders passed by Justice R C Gandhi in the past two years.
Holding placards, which read “Gandhi defamed Gandhi”, the lawyers protested under the banner of Forum For Judicial Accountability, Rajasthan, and cited over 102 orders including a few executive orders that Justice Gandhi had passed in his capacity as the Acting Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court last year. Justice Gandhi is retiring on Thursday.
“We handed over a memorandum to the Chief Justice, Justice Jagdish Bhalla, citing several cases of irregularities committed by Justice Gandhi. The Chief Justice has assured to review the appointment of 21 judicial assistants, which was done by Justice Gandhi on August 10, 2009,” said Ajay Kumar Jain, an advocate who met the CJI along with three other bar members namely P K Sharma, Devki Nandan Sharma and P C Bhandari.
He alleged that Justice Gandhi in his capacity as Acting Chief Justice, indulged in several irregularities of which the appointment of the 21 judicial assistants was the most prominent. “The above were given ad-hoc appointment even before the results of the entrance exams were out. The results, which were declared later, showed that those who were given the appointments had failed, but still their appointments were regularised,” Jain alleged.
orders passed by Justice R C Gandhi in the past two years.
Holding placards, which read “Gandhi defamed Gandhi”, the lawyers protested under the banner of Forum For Judicial Accountability, Rajasthan, and cited over 102 orders including a few executive orders that Justice Gandhi had passed in his capacity as the Acting Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court last year. Justice Gandhi is retiring on Thursday.
“We handed over a memorandum to the Chief Justice, Justice Jagdish Bhalla, citing several cases of irregularities committed by Justice Gandhi. The Chief Justice has assured to review the appointment of 21 judicial assistants, which was done by Justice Gandhi on August 10, 2009,” said Ajay Kumar Jain, an advocate who met the CJI along with three other bar members namely P K Sharma, Devki Nandan Sharma and P C Bhandari.
He alleged that Justice Gandhi in his capacity as Acting Chief Justice, indulged in several irregularities of which the appointment of the 21 judicial assistants was the most prominent. “The above were given ad-hoc appointment even before the results of the entrance exams were out. The results, which were declared later, showed that those who were given the appointments had failed, but still their appointments were regularised,” Jain alleged.
Speeding bus snuffs out girl’s life
JAIPUR: A 20-year-old college girl was killed in a road accident when she was going to her college on a two-wheeler and was hit by a speeding roadways bus near Anand Bhawan in Jalupura police station area on Wednesday.Police has registered a case against the bus driver, who managed to escape from the spot.
Deceased Almas was going to Maharani College riding her Honda Activa (RJ14-SM-1531). When she reached near Anand Bhawan, a speeding roadways bus (RJ14-1P-2173), coming from Jalupura crossing, hit her vehicle. Almas was thrown away and sustained serious injuries on her head and other parts of the body. The bus driver ran away from the spot leaving the bus behind.
One Taj Mohammed, with the help of passers-by, rushed her to SMS Hospital where she was admitted to the emergency ward. But by the time her family members could reach there, she was declared dead by the doctors. Jalupura police has registered a case of negligent driving against the bus driver and are investigating.
The family members of the victim, who are in state of shock, said that she was very polite and well-behaved girl. They demanded action against the reckless drivers in the city who take the life of innocent ones.
Meanwhile, four persons were killed and ten others sustained injuries when a bus in which they were travelling dashed against a truck in Sikar district on Wednesday. The mishap occurred in the morning when the bus which was on its way to Churu from Gujarat collided head-on with the truck coming from Bikaner.
Deceased Almas was going to Maharani College riding her Honda Activa (RJ14-SM-1531). When she reached near Anand Bhawan, a speeding roadways bus (RJ14-1P-2173), coming from Jalupura crossing, hit her vehicle. Almas was thrown away and sustained serious injuries on her head and other parts of the body. The bus driver ran away from the spot leaving the bus behind.
One Taj Mohammed, with the help of passers-by, rushed her to SMS Hospital where she was admitted to the emergency ward. But by the time her family members could reach there, she was declared dead by the doctors. Jalupura police has registered a case of negligent driving against the bus driver and are investigating.
The family members of the victim, who are in state of shock, said that she was very polite and well-behaved girl. They demanded action against the reckless drivers in the city who take the life of innocent ones.
Meanwhile, four persons were killed and ten others sustained injuries when a bus in which they were travelling dashed against a truck in Sikar district on Wednesday. The mishap occurred in the morning when the bus which was on its way to Churu from Gujarat collided head-on with the truck coming from Bikaner.
60% turnout in first phase of panchayat pool
JAIPUR: Nearly 60% polling was reported in the first phase of panchayat elections on Wednesday. The polling was peaceful except for some stray
incidents of booth capturing in Sawai Madhopur and Bharatpur districts, said state election commissioner A K Pandey.
Elections were held for 390 zilla parishad posts and 1,915 posts in 89 panchayat samitis. Though the turnout was not very impressive in the initial hours due to fog, voting gradually gathered momentum as the day progressed.
The polling percentage was just 8% in the first two hours but rose to 26.19% by 1 pm. Afternoon saw brisk polling as large queues could be seen outside polling booths.
incidents of booth capturing in Sawai Madhopur and Bharatpur districts, said state election commissioner A K Pandey.
Elections were held for 390 zilla parishad posts and 1,915 posts in 89 panchayat samitis. Though the turnout was not very impressive in the initial hours due to fog, voting gradually gathered momentum as the day progressed.
The polling percentage was just 8% in the first two hours but rose to 26.19% by 1 pm. Afternoon saw brisk polling as large queues could be seen outside polling booths.
Level crossing mishap claims seven in Churu
JAIPUR: Seven persons were killed and three others were seriously injured when a train rammed their jeep at an unmanned level crossing near Rajgarh
in Churu district on Tuesday. According to the police, the incident occurred when the driver of the jeep tried to cross the tracks even when a train was approaching. The jeep got stuck on the tracks and broke down.
While five persons died on the spot, two others succumbed to their injuries on way to hospital. The dead were identified as Ramchandra Jat (60), his wife Veermati (50), Bhagchand (60), Krishna Devi (54), Krishan Singh (42), Baido Devi (62) and jeep driver Syodan Kumawat (35).
“All the deceased except the jeep driver were members of one family in Bilora village of Haryana,” said a police officer.
in Churu district on Tuesday. According to the police, the incident occurred when the driver of the jeep tried to cross the tracks even when a train was approaching. The jeep got stuck on the tracks and broke down.
While five persons died on the spot, two others succumbed to their injuries on way to hospital. The dead were identified as Ramchandra Jat (60), his wife Veermati (50), Bhagchand (60), Krishna Devi (54), Krishan Singh (42), Baido Devi (62) and jeep driver Syodan Kumawat (35).
“All the deceased except the jeep driver were members of one family in Bilora village of Haryana,” said a police officer.
Students, academicians in a state of shock
JAIPUR: A day after the Centre moved an affidavit in the Supreme Court seeking de-recognition of 44 deemed universities, including three in the
state, it has sent shock waves among academicians and students. These universities were declared unfit for Deemed to be University' status on account of offering courses fragmented with concocted nomenclatures' and seats intake beyond capacity.
The three universities are Mody Institute of Technology (Sikar), Institute of Advanced Studies in Education University (Sardarsahar) and Janardhan Rai University (Udaipur). After losing the status of Deemed to be Universities' these universities can function as a affiliated college of state-owned university.
According to an estimate, over 8,000 students are currently enrolled in various undergraduate, post-graduate, diploma and certificate programmes. The decision of the Centre came as a bolt from the blue for the students. However, Union HRD minister Kapil Sibal's statement that students can complete their ongoing courses with the university concerned and obtain the certificate from state-owned university has given some respite to the students.
Meanwhile, the deemed universities have decided to challenge the recommendation in the Supreme Court. They argued that they were not given any prior information relating to deficiencies found by the inspection team. "Preferably, they should have given us a time frame to address the shortcomings rather than taking a decision in haste," said R S Tripathi, registrar, Janardhan Rai University.
Mody Institute of Technology (MIT) claimed that in terms of infrastructure and course content, we are way ahead of many premier technical universities. "The five-member inspection team had given positive remarks about the institute. It had also considered our institute as Oasis in the Desert' for offering technical education to women in conservative areas," said a MIT official.
On the contrary, TOI has learnt that the inspection team had asked them to make major changes in research and development activities, besides suggested to revise course content in some degree programmes.
The Institute of Advanced Studies in Education University (Sardarsahar) has been accused of running some courses without permission from the authorities concerned. It is also alleged that the institute has given admission to students beyond actual intake capacity. "The irregularity in fee structure and poor course content goes against the university," said a source.
L M Singhvi, vice-chancellor of IASE said, "This order, if implemented, will force the students to study the decade-old curriculum of state-owned universities."
The heads of two affected universities reached Delhi to explore possibilities to defend their case. Notably, HRD ministry has formed a committee to inspect the deemed universities in the country. The committee report formed the basis of the recommendation.
state, it has sent shock waves among academicians and students. These universities were declared unfit for Deemed to be University' status on account of offering courses fragmented with concocted nomenclatures' and seats intake beyond capacity.
The three universities are Mody Institute of Technology (Sikar), Institute of Advanced Studies in Education University (Sardarsahar) and Janardhan Rai University (Udaipur). After losing the status of Deemed to be Universities' these universities can function as a affiliated college of state-owned university.
According to an estimate, over 8,000 students are currently enrolled in various undergraduate, post-graduate, diploma and certificate programmes. The decision of the Centre came as a bolt from the blue for the students. However, Union HRD minister Kapil Sibal's statement that students can complete their ongoing courses with the university concerned and obtain the certificate from state-owned university has given some respite to the students.
Meanwhile, the deemed universities have decided to challenge the recommendation in the Supreme Court. They argued that they were not given any prior information relating to deficiencies found by the inspection team. "Preferably, they should have given us a time frame to address the shortcomings rather than taking a decision in haste," said R S Tripathi, registrar, Janardhan Rai University.
Mody Institute of Technology (MIT) claimed that in terms of infrastructure and course content, we are way ahead of many premier technical universities. "The five-member inspection team had given positive remarks about the institute. It had also considered our institute as Oasis in the Desert' for offering technical education to women in conservative areas," said a MIT official.
On the contrary, TOI has learnt that the inspection team had asked them to make major changes in research and development activities, besides suggested to revise course content in some degree programmes.
The Institute of Advanced Studies in Education University (Sardarsahar) has been accused of running some courses without permission from the authorities concerned. It is also alleged that the institute has given admission to students beyond actual intake capacity. "The irregularity in fee structure and poor course content goes against the university," said a source.
L M Singhvi, vice-chancellor of IASE said, "This order, if implemented, will force the students to study the decade-old curriculum of state-owned universities."
The heads of two affected universities reached Delhi to explore possibilities to defend their case. Notably, HRD ministry has formed a committee to inspect the deemed universities in the country. The committee report formed the basis of the recommendation.
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