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21/09/2025

NEIR Pays Tribute to Zubeen Garg, Calls Him a Voice of Unity for Northeast India

Silchar, Sept 21: The organising committee members of North East Integration Rally (NEIR) have expressed deep grief at the sudden demise of legendary singer Zubeen Garg, describing him as a cultural force who gave voice to the idea of unity in the region.

NEIR founder and CEO Biswadeep Gupta said the organising committee has decided to dedicate its upcoming events in Garg’s memory. “Zubeen was very vocal about the integration of Northeast India. With more than 38,000 songs in nearly 40 languages, his contribution to society and culture is enormous, and many may not even realise the scale of it,” Gupta said.

In a Facebook post, Gupta wrote, “Today God must be crying watching the tears on Earth,” while sharing one of Garg’s last songs, performed in Singapore. He also posted a tribute poem by Guwahati-based Gitanjali Goswami, a member of the NEIR 2026 team.

Professor (Dr) Sukamal Deb from Ahmedabad called Garg a true artist whose creativity, empathy, and large-heartedness embodied unity and humanity. “With his departure, a void is created. The loss is ours, especially in a time when fellow feeling has taken a back seat,” he wrote, adding that Garg’s songs reflected his deep love for humanity.

Meghalaya MLA and former minister Alexander Laloo Hek also condoled the loss. “The sudden demise of Zubeen Garg is a big loss to all the people of the Northeast, and Assam in particular. I convey my deepest condolences to his family, near and dear ones. It is also a great loss to the singers’ fraternity, music lovers, and his countless fans,” Hek said.

The NEIR has resolved to celebrate Garg’s contributions during its upcoming rally, describing him as not only a celebrated singer but also a unifying voice for the entire region.

20/09/2025

KSOA condoled the death of Zubeen Garg

20/09/2025

Karbi Anglong mourns the loss of cultural icon Zubeen Garg

Sushanta Roy

Diphu September 20: The Government of Assam has expressed profound grief over the passing of Zubeen Garg, one of the state’s most cherished cultural figures.

A celebrated singer, filmmaker, and composer, Garg’s contributions to music and the arts have left an enduring legacy on Assam’s cultural landscape, uniting generations and communities through his soulful voice and creative genius.

As a mark of respect, the Government of Assam has declared a three-day period of state mourning from September 20 (saturday) to September 22 (Monday), 2025. During this time, all official entertainment programs, ceremonial dinners, and celebratory functions will be suspended.

Additionally, all Seva Saptah programs involving ceremonial events or distribution of benefits have been postponed.

The people of Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts have joined the state in mourning, paying heartfelt tributes to Garg’s extraordinary legacy.

Memorial gatherings have been reported at various locations, including District Commissioner offices, Diphu, Bokajan, Kheroni Zero Point, Mailoo Bazar, Dayangmukh, and other public spaces across the state.

Zubeen Garg’s music and artistic contributions will continue to resonate, immortalizing him as a beacon of Assam’s cultural identity.

20/09/2025

This election is not tough for UPPL: Pramod Boro

Kokrajhar Sept 20

by Biswadeep Gupta

While speaking on the election campaign, Pramod Boro spoke to this correspondent on the upcoming elections of the Bodoland Territorial Council.

From the difficult situation for Bodoland, in the last five years, there has been a visible transformation from uncertainty to certainty. Unrest to rest, violence to peace, everywhere there is peace, echoed Pramod Boro, the chief of UPPL, who is going to face the people's mandate for the second time.

He asserted that peace and normalcy have returned, and no fear in Bodolabd now, which was prevalent earlier. We could remove all the fear from society for the people.

He highlighted the removal of trust deficit among people and that they could rebuild the society where twenty-six communities are living together, and co-exist.

Talking about governance, he said earlier, there was no effective governance system, and people were deprived. He asserts that now the governance has taken a pro-people stand, and people have more expectations from the system.

Highlighting the policy vacuum of earlier governments, but his government could implement policies on the ground effectively.

On his relationship with the Central Government, Pramod Boro stated that the Council is an intermediary and the Bodoland region has been fighting for decades for their rights, and now his government has a working relationship with both the state and central government for implementing the Bodo Accord.

He highlighted that the goal is to develop the thirty-five lakh people of the region and the twenty-six communities residing here. His party's only focus is on the infrastructure development of the region and the people, he said.

On the development of twenty-six communities in the region, Boro stated that this is very important for guaranteeing the rights of the people as per the Constitution.

Despite the guarantees the discrimination exists, and in the last four years, the UPPL government studied the deficiencies and could come out with a 'Vision Document', which is a 'Model' for the region.

On work still to accomplish, Pramod Boro echoed social development and gaps amongst the people are to be filled, and he will continue to work on that mission, irrespective of the outcome of the election results.

He finally said that he has got the love and affection of people, which he believes his party will get the support of all twenty-six communities in order to build a better Bodoland.

18/09/2025

NFR takes up eco-friendly drive under Swachhata Hi Seva 2025

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Maligaon, Sept 18:

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has launched the Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 campaign across all its divisions and headquarter from 17th September 2025. The campaign will continue till 02nd October, 2025, and will be observed in all stations, trains, workshops, colonies, offices and other railway establishments with the aim of promoting cleanliness, sustainability and public awareness. On this occasion, General Manager of NFR Chetan Kumar Shrivastava led the officers and staff in taking the Swachhata Pledge, reaffirming NFR’s commitment to building a cleaner and greener environment.
Throughout the campaign period, NFR will be organizing a wide range of activities under the theme Swachhotsav. These include intensive cleanliness drives in station premises, tracks, colonies and offices awareness campaigns for passengers and local communities, workshops for railway staff and special initiatives to eliminate unserviceable materials. The focus of the campaign is on the “3R” principle reduce, reuse and recycle to foster a culture of environmental responsibility.
Senior officials and staff from headquarter and across divisions will be actively participating in activities, involving passengers and members of the public to ensure collective ownership of cleanliness efforts. Interactive sessions, cleanliness pledges and awareness messages were delivered to highlight the importance of hygiene and sanitation. NFR is making every effort to engage both employees and citizens in this mass movement, recognizing that sustainable cleanliness requires consistent participation from all sections of society.
As a special eco-friendly measure on the opening day of the campaign, NFR introduced compostable bags manufactured by IIT Guwahati for the distribution of bedrolls in all originating trains. This innovative step reflects NFR’s commitment to reducing single-use plastics, promoting sustainable practices, and aligning railway services with the national mission of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. By blending such eco-friendly innovation with mass participation, NFR aims to set new benchmarks in sustainable railway practices.

18/09/2025

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18/09/2025

Governor visits 'Seneh' an old age home for destitute

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Guwahati, Sept 18: On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday, Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya paid a visit to the “Seneh” an Old Age Home for destitute elderly women in Guwahati yesterday.
During his visit, the Governor spent joyful moments with the residents, sharing the warmth and affection synchronizing with the spirit of the day. The occasion was made even more meaningful as the elderly mothers of the home offered their sincere blessings to the Prime Minister for his long life and good health.
On the occasion, they also prayed for the success of Narendra Modi’s mission for a developed and prosperous India. The Governor’s visit symbolized a beautiful blend of respect, compassion, and hope, honoring the special needs of the residents of the old age home.

05/05/2025

NFR extends periodicity of special trains
Services of special trains in DHR also extended
Timings of few other trains also revised

Maligaon, May 5:

To accommodate the increased passenger demand, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has extended the periodicity of three pairs of special trains: Train No. 09623/09624 (Udaipur City – Forbesganj – Udaipur City), Train No. 01405/01406 (Kolhapur – Katihar – Kolhapur) and Train No. 09189/09190 (Mumbai Central – Katihar – Mumbai Central). In addition, NFR has revised the timings and increased the speed of some trains to improve operational efficiency. Effective from 11th May 2025, the timings of Train No. 15417/15418 (Alipurduar Jn – Silghat Town – Alipurduar Jn) Rajya Rani Express and Train No. 55465 (Alipurduar Jn – Bamanhat) Passenger have been revised. These revisions are expected to enhance mobility, reduce journey times and improve passenger convenience.

Accordingly, train No. 09623 (Udaipur City – Forbesganj) will run on every Tuesday with extended services for more four trips w.e.f. 06th May, 2025 and train No. 09624 (Forbesganj – Udaipur City) will run on every Thursday with extended services for more four trips w.e.f. 08th May, 2025. Train No. 01405 (Kolhapur - Katihar) will run on every Sunday with extended services for more four trips w.e.f. 04th May, 2025 and train No. 01406 (Katihar - Kolhapur) will run on every Tuesday with extended services for more four trips w.e.f. 06th May, 2025. Train no. 09189 (Mumbai Central - Katihar) will run on every Saturday with extended services for more five trips w.e.f. 03rd May, 2025 and train No. 09190 (Katihar – Mumbai Central) will run on every Tuesday with extended services for more five trips w.e.f. 06th May, 2025.These trains will continue to operate with the existing schedule, route, coach composition, stoppages and days of service.

Furthermore, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) has extended the operation of five Special Diesel Joyride trains to accommodate the maximum number of tourists during the peak season.Train No. 02546 (Darjeeling–Ghum–Darjeeling) Special Diesel Joyride, will now continue to operate till 15th July, 2025 commencing its extended service from 1st May, 2025. Additionally, the services of Train Nos. 02547, 02548, 02549 and 02550 (Darjeeling–Ghum–Darjeeling) Special Diesel Joyrides have also been extended and will continue the extended services from 1st to 15th July, 2025.

With revised timings effective from 11th May, 2025, train No. 15417 (Alipurduar Jn – Silghat Town) Rajya Rani Express will depart from Alipurduar Jn. at 18:45 hours to reach Silghat Town at 08:55 hours the next day. In return direction, train No. 15418 (Silghat Town - Alipurduar Jn.) Rajya Rani Express will depart from Silghat Town on 18:00 hours to reach Alipurduar Jn. at 07:35 hours the next day w.e.f. 12.05.2025. With revised timings effective from 11th May, 2025, Train No. 55465 (Alipurduar Jn. – Bamanhat) Passenger will depart from Alipurduar Jn. at 06:10 hours to reach Bamanhat at 08:35 hours on same day.

The details of routes, stoppages and timings of these trains are available at IRCTC website and social media platforms of N. F. Railway. Passengers are requested to verify the details before undertaking their train journeys.

13/02/2025

Governor attends Busu Dima Festival
Hails the Dimasa society for celebrating Busu Dima
Governor Shri Acharya inaugurates Bhadeshwar Bodo Sports Complex

Guwahati, February 13:

Assam Governor Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya who is on a two-day visit to Dima Hasao today attended the Busu Dima Festival at Maibong degree College at Dima Hasao and conveyed his warm wishes to all the people.
Speaking on the occasion, Governor Shri Acharya said, “Busu Dima Festival is not just an agricultural celebration, it is a symbol of our culture, traditions, and social unity. This festival gives us an opportunity to reaffirm the cardinal values of cooperation, hard work, and unity taught by our ancestors”. He said, "Ours is an agrarian society where the main vocations of the people are associated with agriculture. Agriculture is not merely a means of livelihood; it is a foundation of our heritage. From sowing seeds to harvesting crops, each process has given birth to unique customs and festivals. One such festival is the Busu Dima Festival, which eulogize our intrinsic bond with the agriculture”. He also hailed the Dimasa society for celebrating the Busu Dima festival which according to the Governor will give a thrust to agricultural practices.
Governor Shri Acharya said that agriculture plays a crucial role in the economic prosperity of Dima Hasao, Asssam and India; and celebrating Busu Dima festival provides an opportunity to honor the hard work of the farmers. “It is through the hard work and dedication of our farmers that the country is nourished and sustained. Busu Dima also allows us to reflect on how our society is dependent on agriculture and how the potentials of agriculture can be further explored to put the growth of the country on a higher trajectory”, the Governor exhorted.
The Governor further said that agriculture is no longer just a traditional occupation but has transformed into a strong and self-reliant industry through innovation, modern technologies, and scientific research. He also reiterated the importance of agriculture in realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat. He also informed both the Central and State governments are consistently working for the welfare of farmers, as he stated several schemes of the government such as, which exclusively aim at promoting the socio-economic condition of the farmers.
Shri Acharya on the occasion said that while everybody should take a concerted effort in embracing modernization and technological advancements, one should not forget one’s cultural roots. He, therefore, called upon everybody especially the youth to learn and protect their mother tongue, their traditional dances, music, and customs. Economic progress alone is not enough; it must be complemented by socio, cultural and academic prosperity. Speaking on the adverse impact of climate change on agriculture, the Governor called for water conservation, use of organic manures, and reliance on natural farming.
Shri Acharya on the occasion paid his respects to the brave freedom fighter Sambhudhan Phonglo, who sacrificed his life in the struggle for independence. He also offered tributes to the founder and prominent educationist of Maibang Degree College, Late Bhadeshwar Bodo, popularly known as "Bodo Sir".The Governor also inaugurated Bhadeshwar Bodo Sports Complex as a part of his district tour.
Later in the day, the Governor held a review meeting with the key officials of NCHAC in the presence of CEM Debolal Gorlosa and other EMs. The Governor asked about the progress of various schemes including PMAY-G, JJM, Ayushman Card, Amrit Sarovar, TB Mukt Bharat Abhyan etc. The Governor appreciated officials for working sincerely in implementing Amrit Sarovar projects in the district.

12/02/2025

Governor visits Dima Hasao
Interacts with the villagers of Samparidisa and interacts with them on key issues
Pays rich tributes to freedom fighter, martyr Sambhudhan Phonglo

Guwahati, February 12: Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya as a part of his maiden visit to Dima Hasao district, today went to Samparidisa village and spent time with the local villagers.
During his visit, the Governor interacted with the villagers and learnt from them about different government schemes that are on implementation in the village for the welfare of the villagers. He took note of the implementation of various Central and State Government welfare schemes and tried to understand their impact on the lives of the villagers towards giving value of life of the villagers. He also held discussion with the members of self-help groups and other villagers on issues concerning rural livelihoods.
Interacting with the villagers, the Governor emphasized that the progress and development of Samparidisa village in particular and Dima Hasao in general are the results of the diligence of the governments at the Centre, State and the Council. He also attributed the large-scale development of the district to the dutifulness and sacrifices of the social leaders of the yesteryears and forefathers. He requested the villagers to uphold the legacy by working together to ensure that no one is left behind from the development journey. He also stressed the importance of preserving the district’s rich cultural heritage, language, and traditions.
Acharya also observed that sustained efforts in key areas such as drinking water availability, educational infrastructure, and healthcare services are keys for enabling the people to lead a life of dignity. He, therefore, asked the villagers to take the fruits of the welfare schemes Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), Orunodoi, PM-Kisan etc.
The Governor also hailed the villagers for maintaining absolute cleanliness as he said that their habits of keeping their village clean and their commitment to environmental conservation will definitely be a source of inspiration to others across the district and elsewhere. The Governor called upon them to continue their efforts in keeping their surroundings green and sustainable. He also took stock of the progress of the Samparidisa Piped Water Supply Scheme under the Haflong division, executed under JJM, and stressed the importance of maintenance legacy for the sustenance of the project.
The Governor who also visited Samparidisa LP School, interacted with the students and teachers. He asked the Headmaster of the school to ensure the highest quality standards in meal preparation for the Mid Day Meal of the children.
Governor Acharya as a part of his visit also paid a visit to a beneficiary resident of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and interacted with the family to understand their experience and the positive changes the shelter has brought about in the lives of the beneficiaries.
Upon his arrival in Haflong town, the Governor paid rich tribute to the revered freedom fighter, Martyr Sambhudhan Phonglo, by offering his respects at his statue on the occasion of his 143rd death anniversary. Nandita Garlosa and Debolal Garlosa also accompanied the Governor to his village visit.
Later on the day, the Governor held a review meeting with DC, SP and other security officials to take stock of the pace of development including the implementation of several welfare initiatives of the government.

07/10/2024

Cancellation, Diversion & Partial Cancellation of trains for capacity augmentation works

Maligaon, October 7:

In view of Pre Non – Interlocking and Non - Interlocking works at Nalbari, Ghograpar, Rangiya, Kendukona and Baihata Railway Stations for commissioning of double line between Nalbari - Baihata section under Rangiya division, the following trains will be cancelled/diverted/partially cancelled/rescheduled/regulated as indicated below:

Cancellation of train services:
 Train No.15753/15754 (Alipurduar – Guwahati – Alipurduar) , 15769/15770 (Alipurduar – Mariani – Alipurduar), 05803/05804 (New Bongaigaon – Guwahati - New Bongaigaon), 15601( Dhubri – Guwahati) of 23rd to 30th October, 2024
 Train No.15817/15818 (Shokhuvi – Naharlagun – Shokhuvi ) of 22nd to 30th October, 2024
 Train No. 15602 (Guwahati - Dhubri) of 22nd to 29th October, 2024
 Train No. 05801/05802 (New Bongaigaon – Guwahati - New Bongaigaon) of 28th to 29th October, 2024
 Train No. 05809 (New Bongaigaon – Guwahati) of 21st to 30th October, 2024
 Train No. 05810 (Guwahati - New Bongaigaon) of 22th to 31st October, 2024
 Train No. 22227/22228 (New Jalpaiguri – Guwahati - New Jalpaiguri) of 26th to 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 05607 (Mendipathar – Guwahati) of 22nd , 24th, 29th & 31st October, 2024
 Train No. 05608(Guwahati -Mendipathar) of 21st, 23rd, 28th & 30th October, 2024
 Train No. 12088 ( Guwahati- Naharlagun) of 20th , 21st , 24th , 27th & 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 12087 (Naharlagun - Guwahati) of 21st, 22nd, 25th, 28th & 29th October, 2024
 Train No. 05832 (Prayagraj - Rangapara North) of 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 05831 (Rangapara North - Prayagraj) of 27th October, 2024
 Train No. 05698 (Guwahati - New Jalpaiguri) of 24th & 29th October, 2024
 Train No. 05697 (New Jalpaiguri - Guwahati) of 25th & 30th October, 2024

Diversion of trains via Kamakhya – Goalpara Town-New Bongaigaon:
 Train No. 15626 (Agartala -Deoghar), 15634 (Guwahati – Bikaner) of 26th October,2024; 12552 ( Kamakhya – SMVT Bengaluru), 15653 (Guwahati – Jammu Tawi), 05671 (Guwahti – Anand Vihar Terminal) and 12514 (Silchar – Secunderabad) of 23rd October, 2024
 Train No. 15632 (Guwahati - Barmer ), 12508 (Silchar – Thiruvananthapuram Central) and 05633 (Narangi – Gorakhpur) of 24th October, 2024
 Train No. 15636 (Guwahati - Okha), 15651 (Guwahati- Jammu Tawi) of 21st & 28th October, 2024
 Train no. 15658(Kamakhya - Delhi) of 23rd to 29th October, 2024
 Train No. 20503 (Dibrugarh - New Delhi ) of 26th & 27th October, 2024
 Train no. 12423 (Dibrugarh - New Delhi ) of 26th to 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 15960 (Dibrugarh - Howrah ) of 25th, 26th & 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 15630 (Silghat Town - Tambaram ) of 25th October, 2024
 Train No. 12510 (Guwahati - SMVT Bengaluru) of 27th to 29th October, 2024
 Train No. 01666 (Agartala - Rani Kamalapati ) of 27th October, 2024
 Train No. 20501 (Agartala - Anand Vihar Terminal) of 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 15648 (Guwahati - Lokmanya Tilak ), 15933( New Tinsukia - Amritsar ), 15909 (Dibrugarh - Lalgarh ), 13174 (Sabroom - Sealdah) of 29th October, 2024
 Train No. 12505 (Kamakhya – Anand Vihar Terminal) of 21st to 29th October, 2024
 Train No. 12516 (Silchar – Coimbatore) of 22nd October, 2024

Diversion of trains via New Bongaigaon – Goalpara Town - Kamakhya:
 Train No. 15625 (Deoghar- Agartala ) of 14th, 21st & 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 12513 (Secunderabad - Silchar), 12551 (SMVT Bengaluru – Kamakhya) of 19th, & 26th October, 2024
 Train No. 15657 (Delhi - Kamakhya) of 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th & 27th October, 2024.
 Train No. 05672 ( Anand Vihar Terminal – Guwahati), 15934 ( Amritsar - New Tinsukia) of 25th October, 2024.
 Train No. 15959 (Howrah – Dibrugarh ) of 20th , 22nd , 24th, 26th & 27th October, 2024
 Train No. 12506 ( Anand Vihar Terminal – Kamakhya) of 20th to 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 15904 (Chandigarh – Dibrugarh) of 20th, 23rd & 27th October, 2024
 Train No. 20504 (New Delhi – Dibrugarh of 25th, 26th & 28th October, 2024
 Train No.12424 (New Delhi – Dibrugarh of 25th to 28th October, 2024
 Train No.15631 (Barmer – Guwahati), 13173 ( Sealdah - Sabroom) of 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 12515 (Coimbatore - Silchar), 15910 ( Lalgarh - Dibrugarh) of 27th October, 2024
 Train No. 15647 (Lokmanya Tilak Terminus – Guwahati) and 05634 (Gorakhpur – Narangi) of 25th October, 2024

Diversion of trains via Furkating – Lumding – Guwahati - Goalpara Town:
 Train No. 05931 (Kolkata - Dibrugarh) of 27th October, 2024
 Train No. 05932 (Dibrugarh - Kolkata) of 26th October, 2024
 Train No. 05952 (New Tinsukia - SMVT Bengaluru) of 24th October, 2024
 Train No. 15962 (Dibrugarh- Howrah), 20505 (Dibrugarh- New Delhi) of 25th & 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 15930 (New Tinsukia - Tambaram) of 28th October, 2024

Diversion of trains via Goalpara Town - Guwahati -– Lumding – Furkating:
 Train No. 15961 (Howrah – Dibrugarh ) of 25th & 28th October, 2024
 Train No. 15925 (Deoghar – Dibrugarh ),15929 (Tambaram - New Tinsukia) of 24th October, 2024
 Train No.20506 (New Delhi – Dibrugarh) of 24th & 27th October, 2024

Partial cancellation of trains:
 Train No. 05822 (Dekargaon - Rangiya) will remain partially cancelled between Khandikar and Rangiya from 14th to 29th October, 2024. Train No. 05821 (Rangiya -Dekargaon) will remain partially cancelled between Rangiya and Khandikar from 15th to 30th October, 2024.
 Train No. 05862/05861 (Dekargaon – Rangiya – Dekargaon) will remain partially cancelled between Rangiya and Khandikar from 15th to 29th October, 2024.
 Train No. 15896/15895 (Murkongselek – Rangiya – Murkongselek), train No. 05894/05893 (Rangapara North – Rangiya – Rangapara North), train No. 15815/15816 (Dekargaon – Guwahati – Dekargaon) will remain partially cancelled between Rangiya and Khandikar from 23rd to 29th October, 2024.
 Train No. 15927 (Rangiya – New Tinsukia) will remain partially cancelled between Rangiya and Changsari on 15th , 18th, 19th, 21st, 22nd, 25th, 26th, 28th and 29th October, 2024. Train No. 15928 (New Tinsukia – Rangiya) will remain partially cancelled between Changsari and Rangiya on 15th, 16th, 19th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd, 26th, 27th, 29th and 30th October, 2024.
 Train No. 15968 (Ledo – Rangiya) will remain partially cancelled between Changsari and Rangiya on 14th, 17th, 18th, 21st, 24th, 25th and 28th October, 2024. Train No. 15967 (Rangiya – Ledo) will remain partially cancelled between Rangiya and Changsari on 16th, 17th, 20th, 23rd, 24th, 27th and 30th October, 2024.
 Train No. 15612 (Silchar – Rangiya) will remain partially cancelled between Narangi and Rangiya from 14th to 29th October, 2024 except Saturday. Train No. 15611 (Rangiya – Silchar) will remain partially cancelled between Rangiya and Narangi from 15th to 30th October, 2024 except Sunday.
 Train No. 22411 (Naharlagun – Anand Vihar Terminal) will remain partially cancelled between Naharlagun and Barpeta Road on 26th and 29th October, 2024. Train No. 22412 (Anand Vihar Terminal – Naharlagun) will remain partially cancelled between Barpeta Road and Naharlagun on 24th and 27th October, 2024.
 Train No. 15613 (Guwahati – Murkongselek) will remain partially cancelled between Guwahati and Khandikar from 23rd to 30th October, 2024. Train No. 15614 (Murkongselek – Guwahati) will remain partially cancelled between Khandikar and Guwahati from 22nd to 29th October, 2024.
 Train No. 09525 (Hapa – Naharlagun) and train No. 09526 (Naharlagun – Hapa) will remain partially cancelled between New Bongaigaon and Naharlagun on 23rd and 26th October, 2024 respectively.

Rescheduling of trains:
 Train No. 12505 (Kamakhya – Anand Vihar Terminal) of 15th and 16th October, 2024 will be rescheduled by 90 minutes at Kamakhya.
 Train No. 15658 (Kamakhya – Delhi) of 21st October, 2024 will be rescheduled by 120 minutes at Kamakhya.
 Train No. 15632 (Guwahati – Barmer) of 17th October, 2024 will be rescheduled by 120 minutes at Guwahati.
 Train No. 15961 (Howrah – Dibrugarh) of 14th October, 2024 will be rescheduled by 120 minutes at Howrah.

Regulation of trains:
 Train No. 15961 (Howrah – Dibrugarh) of 21st October, 2024 will be regulated by 90 minutes.
 Train No. 12506 (Anand Vihar Terminal – Kamakhya) of 14th October, 2024 will be regulated by 120 minutes.
 Train No. 15904 (Chandigarh Jn. – Dibrugarh) of 13th October, 2024 will be regulated by 30 minutes.
 Train No. 15959 (Howrah – Dibrugarh) of 15th October, 2024 will be regulated by 120 minutes.

07/10/2024

30 solar streetlights installed in HEC-hit villages in Udalguri, Baksa, Tamulpur dists

Guwahati, Oct 7: As solar street lights have proved a suitable tool for mitigation of human elephant conflict (HEC) in affected areas, premier biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak (www.aaranyak.org) has installed 30 more such solar street lights across 21 HEC-affected villages in Assam’s Udalguri, Baksa and Tamulpur districts.

These solar lights were installed with support from the SBI Foundation involving the local community members recently with the objective to reduce the risks of human-elephant face-offs after dusk in HEC affected areas.

As these solar streetlight illuminates identified vulnerable HEC-hotspots after the sunset, presence of wild elephants in these spots could be spotted by villagers from a safe distance and that prevents unwarranted interactions between villagers and elephants as both the species could navigate suitably in the shared space for their respective safety.

“The solar lights are strategically placed where the locations were identified involving local communities and members from Elephant Conservation Network (ECN), helping both communities and elephants to avoid accidents and distress,” said Dr Alolika Sinha, a senior biologist in Aaranyak

Aaranyak's team comprising Anjan Baruah, Rabiya Daimari, Mondeep Basumatari, Abhijit Saikia, Bikash Tossa, Jaugashar Basumatary, and Pradip Barman with participation from Elephant Conservation Network (ECN) members and local communities completed the task of installing all these 30 solar streetlights.