Making Amritsar a Safe City: Dr Kamaljeet Soi

By Tricitynews Reporter

Chandigarh, Oct.14, 2021:- After the successful launch of Mission Safe Ludhiana, Mission Safe Amritsar was launched at the Press conference held in the city today by Dr Kamaljeet Soi Member- National Road Safety Council , Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India , Chairman of the NGO Raahat - The Safe Community Foundation & President – Global Society of Safety Professionals. Mission Safe Amritsar aims to ensure better compliance of Road Safety regulations in the holy city of Golden Temple.

Dr Kamaljeet Soi & his NGO Raahat - The Safe Community Foundation have been taking up the issues of road safety for the last 20 years and has been recognized at State, National & International level for the work done in this field.

Sharing his views about the traffic situation in the city Dr Kamaljeet Soi said that it is completely marred by traffic disorders, flagrant and brazen violations wherein he also highlighted some chronic issues at particular traffic spots in and around the city resulting in accidents causing grievous injuries and loss of Human Life and as a result city making it the into the list of 20 most unsafe cities as per WHO Report.

Commenting on city traffic conditions Dr Kamaljeet Soi said that there are various problems ailing the traffic mobility here and multiple measures are required to make the city safe Dr Soi, particularly emphasized upon the strict implementation of High Security Registration Plates (HSRP) to curb the increasing crime in this sensitive border city and strict pollution control measures as vehicular pollution due to increased traffic mobility has turned into a slow and a silent killer.

On strict implementation of HSRP Dr Kamaljeet Soi said that the program which was initiated by the Punjab Government in year 2012 but nothing much moved in this direction for years and as a result even today almost 20 lakh vehicles are still plying on the roads of Punjab sans HSRP and they are adding new and alarming dimensions to the criminal activities in the state. The need of the hour is a complete implementation of HSRP code and it’s effective follow-up

The Principal Secretary, Government of Punjab, Department of Transport had notified a penalty/ challan amount of Rs. 2000/- for first offence and Rs. 3000/- for subsequent offence via notification number 10/166/2009- 1T2/809 dated the 27^th July 2020 for vehicle owners who have still not affixed HSRPs on their vehicles. Conversely, in the last 15 months, the Traffic Police has not undertaken any enforcement drive that has resulted in nonchalant attitude on the part of the vehicle owners. 

To add to the problems, some miscreants under a fraudulent practice are affixing counterfeit/ fake HSRPs on the vehicles. Although some of these vehicles have been impounded by the Police, a large number of vehicles are still plying on the roads without HSRPs. An immediate action is required to stop this menace or these vehicles will remain a threat to the security of the city, state in particular and the nation at large.

Keeping in mind the existing scenario, the Office of the State Transport Commissioner, Punjab, vide letter number STC – P(P-2)/20502-602 has sent a communication dated the 12th of August 2021 to all the Regional Transport authorities as well as to the SDM’s in the State highlighting the same concern. The official notification clearly indicates that Vanity Numbers which had been allotted to the vehicle owners in lieu of payment after 12.06.1989 with registration mark other than “PB” State code and other parts of the registration mark and are not in conformity with the Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 should be surrendered to the state. Also, the vehicle owners have been asked to get new registration marks in conformity to the above said Act.

Speaking on pollution control  Soi  said we must  start a campaign for enforcing the colour-coded sticker scheme to identify polluting vehicles on the roads as the colour-coded stickers are meant for identifying vehicles based on their fuel type, with light blue colour stickers for petrol and CNG, and orange ones for diesel driven vehicles this will also help authorities to identify the old vehicles poorly equipped with  outdated technology and emitting the dangerous and life threatening pollutants.

He also exhorted the state transport department to immediately issue necessary instructions to its officers to start enforcing the scheme to keep a check on air pollution.

 

Royal Enfield to Lead A First-of-Its-Kind Motorcycle Expedition to the South Pole

 By Tricitynews Reporter

Chandigarh, Oct.14, 2021:- Royal Enfield is the world’s oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production since 1901. For 120 years, Royal Enfield has remained the preserver of the legacy of building simple, pared-down, authentic classic motorcycles that are engaging and fun to ride. Riding through time and tough terrain, Royal Enfield has emerged victorious in rides that have tested the endurance of man and machine, while remaining relevant and desirable through the ages.

Royal Enfield would undertake a motorcycling expedition to the South Pole. The expedition which commences from Cape Town, South Africa, on 26November 2021 will witness two Royal Enfield riders - Santhosh Vijay Kumar, Lead - Rides & Community, Royal Enfield, and Dean Coxson, Senior Engineer- Product Development, Royal Enfield- attempting to reach the geographic South Pole, from the Ross Ice Shelf, via the Leverett Glacier, to the Amundsen-Scott Pole station.The riders would undertake a 39-day expedition traversing Antarcticaon a 770 km rideon expedition-ready Royal Enfield Himalayans.

Speaking about the milestone year for Royal Enfield and the expedition attempt, Siddhartha Lal, Managing Director of Eicher Motors Ltd, said that in the past, rides like Himalayan Odyssey have paved the way for motorcycling adventure in the Himalayas and an epic expedition like this to the South Pole will further inspire people to become adventurers again. A test of endurance and perseverance for man and machine, this expedition is the first of its kind attempt to traverse the 770km long route to the South Pole on a motorcycle.

Speaking about the brand’s purpose of encouraging explorations, and wishing the expedition great success, B Govindarajan, Executive Director, Royal Enfield remarked that it has been an unbroken legacy of 120 years, of fueling and pushing the boundaries of human exploration, and being an ally to many explorers. It is their journeys and adventures that have inspired us to attempt this first of its kind motorcycle expedition. This bold and ambitious attempt to ride to the very end of the earth summarizes the resilience of the human spirit, and we hope to complete it successfully as an ode to all Royal Enfield riders and their own inspiring expeditions.

For this expedition, two Himalayans have been modified in-house, with functional upgrades to be able to navigate snow and ice to ably function under extreme conditions in Antarctica. The Himalayan was tested for this arduous and treacherous journey at the Langjokull glacier in Iceland, with an intention to mirror the conditions in Antarctica. Phase 1 of testing was held in September 2020 while phase 2 of testing concluded in July 2021.

Homegrown Wearable Brand Noise Launches Digital Campaign with Taapsee Pannu #Listentothenoisewithin

By Tricitynews Reporter

Chandigarh, Oct.14, 2021:- Noise, the Indian connected lifestyle brand has launched its latest campaign - #ListenToTheNoiseWithin starring critically acclaimed actor and celebrity, Taapsee Pannu. Recently, she was signed as Noise’s brand ambassador for the smart wearable category. With this, the brand endeavors to inspire Noisemakers to never give up and face the challenges as they come by listening to their inner voice and instincts. As part of the digital campaign, Noise has released an aspirational video that is live across Noise’s social media channels – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

The narrative of the newly launched campaign is pivoted on Noise’s core belief in listening to the noise within and belief in oneself – dil ka shor which completely resonates with Taapsee Pannu’s professional journey. This campaign is aimed at encouraging today’s youth and millennials to have belief in their abilities without getting impacted by daunting opinions and the “Shor” outside.The recently released 10 seconds video demonstrates the inspiring story of Taapsee who followed her inner voice to overcome her struggles and emerge as an independent, self-made actor. The actor is seen following an indomitable spirit for fitness which led to her new transformational avatar and wearing Noise’s smartwatch. Her voiceover narrates the antagonistic opinions of people who were directed to discourage her but, she suppressed these notions/voices to #ListenToTheNoiseWithin. Taapsee has shared the video on her social media accounts.

Taapsee is well renowned for her compelling acting and dynamic roles. Her success reverberates the testimony of her stubbornness to win over the challenges.

Talking about the campaign, Amit Khatri, Co-Founder Noise, said that we are immensely elated to launch our first campaign with Taapsee Pannu. She has a one of its kind, high-spirited and fierce persona, which resonates with the core beliefs of Noise. Our synergies are harmonized when it comes to stifling the clouding voices and taking over the challenges to be better than ever. With our campaign featuring Taapsee, our core motive is to inspire Noisemakers that obstructions can never stop you if you listen to your instincts and follow your heart even if you are surrounded by several repulsive voices. We have always advocated the importance of listening to your ‘dil ka shor’ and to do so Taapsee.

Sharing the experience, actor and celebrity Taapsee Pannu said that time and again, people tried dragging her down or diminishing her with their criticism, but she made sure she neglected the dispiriting comments. The biggest learning of her journey has been to believe in herself and never lose touch with the inner Noise. Our instinct is the greatest driving force when we come across any challenge, and Noise echoes the power of listening to the inner Noise for a better version of yourself. Both of us are Ziddi and that is why the connection fits. She is glad to be a part of the campaign. The video is a brief glimpse of her journey.

As a part of the campaign, Noise will be releasing series of videos with Taapsee Pannu featuring different products from Noise’s wearable portfolio. Noise has been catering to the growing demands of wearable devices in India and has emerged as the market leader in the category. The brand is geared up with the exciting campaigns and launches in the next few months. 

 

द लास्ट बेंचर और इनरव्हील क्लब ऑफ़ चंडीगढ़ हारमनी ने भास्कर कॉलोनी में 101 कन्याओं का किया पूजन

By Tricitynews Reporter

Chandigarh, Oct.14, 2021:- समाजसेवी संस्था द लास्ट बेंचर और इनरव्हील क्लब ऑफ़ चंडीगढ़ हारमनी के संयुक्त तत्वावधान में शारदीय नवरात्र के पावन अवसर पर गुरुवार को 101 कन्याओं का पूजन का आयोजन सेक्टर 25 स्थित भास्कर कॉलोनी में किया गया। कार्यक्रम के दौरान गुलाब के फूलों से भरे पानी में कन्याओं के चरण धुलवाकर उनकी पूजा की गई। इस अवसर पर द लास्ट बेंचर की प्रेजिडेंट सुमिता कोहली सहित उनकी टीम के सदस्य शशि बाला, डेजी महाजन तथा इनरव्हील क्लब ऑफ़ चंडीगढ़ हारमनी की प्रेजिडेंट इन्द्राणी सेन घोष और उनकी संस्था के सदस्य डॉक्टर नीरजा, प्रेरणा सिंगला और सोनिया वाधवा की उपस्थिति भी रही। इस आयोजन का मकसद कन्याओं के प्रति समाज मे सम्मान और प्रेम की भावना जागृत करना था।

संस्थाओं की ओर से नवमी पर कन्याओं का पूजन कर "बेटी बचाओ, बेटी पढ़ाओ" का संदेश भी दिया गया। द लास्ट बेंचर की प्रेजिडेंट सुमिता कोहली ने बताया कि समाज से कुरीतियां, जातिवाद, भेदभाव और अंधविश्वास को दूर कर समाज में सामाजिक समरसता के उद्देश्य को लेकर द लास्ट बेंचर द्वारा प्रतिवर्ष आयोजित कन्या पूजन कार्यक्रम होता है।

वहीं इनरव्हील क्लब ऑफ चंडीगढ़ हारमनी की प्रेसिडेंट इन्द्राणी सेन घोष बताया कि हमारी संस्कृति मे कन्या पूजन का विशेष महत्व बताया गया है। अष्टमी और नौवें दिन नवमी पर कन्या पूजन भी किया जाता है जिसका बड़ा महत्व बताया गया है. इस दिन 10 साल से कम उम्र की कन्याओं को देवी मानकर उनकी पूजा की जाती है नौ देवियों के प्रतिबिंब के रूप में कन्या पूजन के बाद ही भक्तों के नवरात्र व्रत संपन्न माने जाते हैं।उसके बाद ही नवरात्र व्रत संपन्न माने जाते है।