By Bishwarupa Sahu*  Life offers each of us a unique journey, shaped by challenges, choices, and the spirit to persevere. In the remote village of Jhadsemla, nestled in the Nabarangpur district of Odisha, a powerful story of resilience and determination quietly unfolds. This is the story of Dhani—a young woman whose unwavering resolve has not only transformed her own life but also ignited change in her entire community.

By Harsh Thakor*  On March 31, 2025, Gummadivelli Renuka, also known by her pen name Midko, was killed in Chhattisgarh during an alleged exchange of fire with police forces. Aged 55, she had been active in the Maoist insurgency for over three decades and was widely known within revolutionary circles as both a writer and a guerrilla. Police stated that she was killed during a gunfight near the villages of Nelgoda, Ikeli, and Belnar, on the border of Dantewada and Bijapur districts. They reported recovering an INSAS rifle, ammunition, a laptop, and Maoist literature from the site. However, the CPI (Maoist) claimed she was arrested and executed in custody after being interrogated. The publication Andhra Jyothi cited allegations that she was tortured.

By A Representative  In a significant move towards ensuring a safe and healthy learning environment for India’s future generations, Union Minister for Education, Jayant Chaudhary, has launched a nationwide initiative titled “Asbestos-Free Schools: A National Priority.” The initiative, which bans the use of asbestos in all new and renovated central government educational institutions, has been welcomed by the ToxicsWatch Alliance (TWA) and supported by the Ban Asbestos Network of India (BANI).

By Bharat Dogra  Sunil Bhatt’s recently published book on travels and public meetings of Mahatma Gandhi in Hindi, titled 'Uttarakhand Mein Gandhi—Yatra aur Vichar’ provides a fascinating narrative on his ability to achieve very spontaneous and close intimacy with the huge number of people he met on almost daily basis, even though he travelled often in very tiring conditions. 

By Harsh Thakor*  At a recent convention organised by the Democratic Front Against Operation Greenhunt in Bathinda, Gandhian activist Himanshu Kumar expressed concerns regarding the transfer of natural resources to corporate and multinational entities.

By Vidya Bhushan Rawat*  A film based on the life and legacy of Jyotiba Phule and Savitribai Phule was expected to release today. Instead, its release has been pushed to the last week of April. The reason? Protests by self-proclaimed guardians of caste pride—certain Brahmin groups—and forced edits demanded by a thoroughly discredited Censor Board.

By Bharat Dogra  A very important component of the progress of a country consists of democratic and peaceful social movements which seek to correct various distortions and flawed decisions, as seen from a perspective which is different from that of decision-making powerful authorities. This perspective is often based on considerations of justice and environment protection, reflected in trying to prevent avoidable displacement of a large number of people including farmers, and preventing many kinds of avoidable ecological disruptions.

By Syed Ali Mujtaba*   The recently introduced Waqf Amendment Act has stirred a hornet’s nest, not just within legal and political circles, but across India’s diverse social fabric. At its core, the Act attempts to redefine who can contribute to Waqf endowments—a move critics argue chips away at the constitutional promise of secularism.

By Shiran Illanperuma  In 1964, during the second summit of the Non-Aligned Movement in Cairo, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) Sirimavo Bandaranaike proposed that the Indian Ocean be turned into a ‘zone of peace’ that was free of military bases and nuclear weapons. In the context of heightened militarisation during the Cold War, this proposal was supported by Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.

By A Representative   In a heartfelt letter addressed to the Chairperson and Members of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), a concerned citizen and seasoned power sector professional, Mr. Shankar Sharma, has expressed appreciation for recent eco-centric observations made by the Hon’ble Supreme Court, while also urging the judiciary and regulatory bodies to take more assertive and systemic actions to curb the accelerating ecological degradation in India.

By Vikas Meshram  The Supreme Court of India has once again stated that bulldozer actions against allegedly illegal constructions violate the natural principles of justice. This is not the first time such a remark has been made. Despite declaring such forced actions unconstitutional, injustice through bulldozers has been witnessed recently in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. The court noted that this injustice is not just about demolishing slums and houses, but a violation of due legal process and Article 21 of the Constitution, which guarantees the protection of every citizen's personal liberty and life.

By Ram Puniyani*  Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the RSS headquarters in Nagpur, where he paid homage to RSS founder Dr. K.B. Hedgewar and its second Sarsanghchalak, Madhav Sadashiv Golwalkar, has garnered significant attention. This highly publicized trip has been interpreted by many as an effort to bolster his stature within the RSS combine. Another speculation is that, as Modi turns 75 this September, he may be expected to retire, in line with BJP norms.

By Dr. Palla Trinadha Rao  Many Adivasi (tribal) families living in tribal villages outside the Scheduled Areas of Andhra Pradesh have been pleading with the government for years to resolve their land issues. For them, justice has remained elusive. Due to the apathy, inconsistent approaches, and lack of sincerity among revenue officials, tribal land issues have become more complicated.

By Vidya Bhushan Rawat  Akhilesh Yadav has called for a total boycott of Dainik Jagran, a newspaper owned by the Gupta family. He also declared that the Samajwadi Party will no longer participate in any panel discussions organized by a media channel allegedly controlled by the family or relatives of the omnipresent Rajiv Shukla. Akhilesh Yadav and the Samajwadi Party are well aware that Dainik Jagran has long been antagonistic to Dalit-Bahujan interests. The newspaper represents a Bania-Brahmin corporate and ideological enterprise.

By A Representative  In a strongly worded petition addressed to the Honourable Chief Justice and Honourable Justices of the Supreme Court of India, Shankar Sharma, a seasoned power and climate policy analyst from Sagara, Karnataka, has called for urgent judicial intervention to halt the escalating destruction of India’s forests.

By A Representative   Banglar Manabadhikar Suraksha Mancha (MASUM) has submitted an urgent appeal to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), highlighting the severe restrictions and deplorable living conditions imposed on the residents of Paschim Sahebganj, a border village in Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. The Border Security Force (BSF) has subjected the villagers to continuous harassment and control, depriving them of their fundamental human rights and making their daily lives a struggle for survival. The village is enclosed within barbed wire fencing, and access is controlled through a single gate (Gate No. 7), opened only for limited hours daily. This severely hampers their access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and markets. The villagers, primarily dependent on agriculture, face arbitrary restrictions from the BSF on farming activities. They are prohibited from transporting fertilizers and pesticides and require BSF permission to sell their harve...

By A Representative   The Campaign Against State Repression (CASR) has issued an urgent appeal for the immediate release of Bellala Padma, a 50-year-old advocate and women's rights activist from Telangana, citing her deteriorating health condition. Padma, who has been incarcerated at Jagdalpur prison since June 2023 following her arrest by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), is reportedly suffering from severe medical issues, including vomiting blood, loss of consciousness, and excruciating pain in her ribs and legs.

By A Representative   The Jharkhand High Court has issued a stern directive to address the pressing issue of teacher shortages in the state's schools. The Court ordered the Chairman of the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) to provide a definitive timeline for initiating and completing the appointment of 26,000 school teachers in a “fair, transparent, and time-bound manner.”  

Counterview Desk  In a representation to Bhupendra Patel, Gujarat chief minister, Vipul Pandya, general secretary, Bandhkam Mazdoor Sangathan, has said that heatwaves should be declared as State-specific disaster, insisting on the need to undertake relief measures and provide ex-gratia to affected labourers and citizens. Text: ***

By A Representative  Private equity (PE) investments in Indian real estate continued their downward trajectory in FY25, declining to USD 3.7 billion — a 43% fall from the peak of USD 6.4 billion in FY21, according to the ANAROCK Capital FLUX FY25 report . Despite a lower number of deals, average ticket sizes rose sharply, reflecting a more concentrated and strategic capital deployment approach.

By A Representative  Business inflation expectations continued to ease in February 2025, according to the latest round of the Business Inflation Expectations Survey (BIES) od the Indian Institute of Management-Ahmedabad.The one-year ahead inflation expectation, based on the mean probability distribution of unit cost increase, dropped by 18 basis points to 4.06%, down from 4.24% in January. Uncertainty around these expectations ticked up slightly, with the standard deviation rising to 1.84% from 1.81% in previous rounds. In a supplementary question, firms projected one-year ahead CPI headline inflation at 4.24%, a sharp decline from 4.96% in December 2024. Uncertainty in CPI projections remained low, at around 0.90%. The survey also reflected easing cost pressures. The share of firms reporting significant cost increases (over 6%) fell to 25% in February, compared to 30% in January. Moderate cost increase reports (3.1%–6%) also declined to 26% from 32%. However, concerns persisted ov...

By Harsh Thakor*  April 11, 2025, marks the 40th death anniversary of Enver Hoxha, the longtime leader of the Party of Labour of Albania (PLA). As the head of Albania’s communist movement from its inception in 1941 until his death in 1985, Hoxha played a significant role in shaping the course of Albania’s political and social development, as well as influencing the broader trajectory of the international communist movement.

By Bhabani Shankar Nayak  Since the 1980s, there has been a consistent, rapid rise in the number of billionaires. By 2025, the combined wealth of the richest 1%—those with over $11 million—has reached $44.6 trillion. The COVID-19 pandemic further accelerated the accumulation of wealth among millionaires and billionaires. From 2020 onward, while the global economy was devastated by the pandemic, the wealth of the top 1% grew by nearly $15 trillion—an increase of 49%. In 2024 alone, approximately 204 new billionaires emerged, adding to the 2,565 billionaires recorded in 2023. 

By Bharat Dogra   There is a widespread feeling in the villages of India that when the national rural employment guarantee scheme is implemented properly as per the provisions of its law called NREGA, it is very helpful, particularly for women. However a frequent complaint of people is that it is not being implemented properly at many places. Hence many organizations are working all over the country to try to secure better implementation of NREGA.

By Vikas Meshram*  Climate change has become the greatest global challenge of the 21st century. Its effects are being felt worldwide, but its impact is particularly severe in developing countries like India. India's rural economy is primarily dependent on agriculture, animal husbandry, and natural resources, making it highly vulnerable to climate change. Rising temperatures, irregular rainfall, cyclones, droughts, and floods not only affect farmers' livelihoods but also have adverse effects on food security and water resources.

By Ram Puniyani*  Parliament recently passed the Waqf Amendment Bill, calling it the ‘Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995’ — UMMID, in short. In its wake, the Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, stated that after this, the religious properties of other communities would be targeted. He was spot on, as immediately after the passage of the bill, the RSS mouthpiece Organiser published an article about the property of the Catholic Church. Though the article was quickly withdrawn, the message was loud and clear.

By A Representative  The Girls Islamic Organisation (GIO) has issued a strong statement opposing the recently passed Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, calling it "unconstitutional" and "discriminatory." In a press release dated April 7, the organization raised concerns that the new legislation infringes upon the fundamental rights of the Muslim community, particularly under Articles 14 and 26 of the Indian Constitution.

By Syed Ali Mujtaba  The talk among influential circles in Chennai is whether the BJP can “manage” the Supreme Court to defend the Waqf Act. People are citing the Apex Court’s judgment in the Ayodhya case, which placated the majority community, and now expect a repeat in the Waqf Act case, which is soon to be contested before the Supreme Court. All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen MP Asaduddin Owaisi and Congress MP Mohammad Jawed have already moved the Supreme Court, challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, just hours after it was cleared by Parliament.

By A Representative  Banglar Manabadhikar Suraksha Mancha (MASUM), a human rights organization, has filed a complaint with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) alleging a severe violation of human rights by the Border Security Force (BSF) against a resident of North 24 Parganas, West Bengal.

By A Representative   India is facing a growing energy crisis as projections indicate the country's power demand could surge 11-fold by 2070, raising serious concerns about sustainability, environmental impact, and economic feasibility. Recent warnings from the Grid Operator of India about "high-risk" power shortages in the coming months, coupled with expert predictions of a 9-10% demand increase in 2025, highlight the urgent challenges in balancing development needs with ecological preservation.

By Harsh Thakor   One of those who faced incarceration both under Congress and BJP rule, Sudhir Dhawale was arrested on June 6, 2018, one of the first six among the 16 people held in what became known as the Elgar Parishad case. After spending 2,424 days in incarceration, he became the ninth to be released from jail—alongside Rona Wilson, who walked free with him on January 24. The Bombay High Court granted them bail, citing the prolonged imprisonment without trial as a key factor. I will always remember the moments we spent together in Mumbai between 1998 and 2006, during public meetings and protests across a wide range of issues. Sudhir was unwavering in his commitment to Maoism, upholding the torch of B.R. Ambedkar, and resisting Brahmanical fascism. He sought to bridge the philosophies of Marxism and Ambedkarism. With boundless energy, he waved the banner of liberation, becoming the backbone of the revolutionary democratic centre in Mumbai and Maharashtra. He dedicated himself ...

By A Representative   The Forum Against Corporatization and Militarization (FACAM) has issued a statement condemning the Indian government over the alleged extrajudicial killings of Maoist leaders and continued violence in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh. FACAM referred specifically to the death of G. Renuka, a member of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee of the banned CPI (Maoist), who was reported killed by security forces on March 31 near the Indravati River in what authorities described as a crossfire. 

By N.S.Venkataraman*  Trump was elected as US President largely due to his poll promise, “Make America Great Again” (MAGA), which aroused huge expectations among the citizens. He now faces a compelling situation to fulfill his promise, particularly in the current scenario where the USA is grappling with a challenging financial situation, slowing growth, rising household debt, and the potential for a sharp decline in economic activity. Obviously, he needs to find a quick solution to the economic mess to maintain his credibility and popularity. Trump seems to believe that imposing tariffs would be a quick solution. He has announced a 10% baseline tariff on all countries, effective from April 5, 2025. An individualized reciprocal highest tariff on countries with which the US has the largest trade deficits will be imposed on April 9, 2025. These reciprocal tariffs vary, such as 24% for Malaysia and 49% for Cambodia. In announcing the tariffs unilaterally, Trump has disregarded the conc...

- उर्मिला चौहान  फ्रेंच लेखिका सिमोन द बोउवार स्त्रीवादी विमर्श में सबसे महत्त्वपूर्ण स्थान रखती है। उनके स्त्री संबंधी विचारों पर व्यापक चर्चा हुई है, लेकिन यह चर्चा अधिकतर एक युवा स्त्री के शरीर और मन से संबंधित उनके विचारों तक ही सीमित रही है। जबकि, सिमोन ने मातृत्व के मुद्दे को भी गहराई से समझने और विश्लेषण करने का प्रयास किया है। उन्होंने मातृत्व को न केवल जैविक प्रक्रिया के रूप में देखा, बल्कि इसे सामाजिक, मानसिक और अस्तित्वगत संदर्भों में भी विश्लेषित किया हैl उनकी बहुचर्चित पुस्तक की पुस्तक "द सेकेंड सेक्स" स्पष्ट रूप से दर्शाती है कि स्त्रियों की स्थिति विश्वभर में लगभग समान रही है। सिमोन न केवल स्त्रियों की परिस्थितियों की पर्यवेक्षक हैं, बल्कि स्वयं एक स्त्री होने के कारण उन अनुभवों की भागीदार भी रही हैं। हिंदी में इसका अनुवाद प्रभा खेतान ने किया है, जिसका शीर्षक है ‘स्त्री: उपेक्षिता’। इस पुस्तक के दो खंड हैं—पहले खंड में स्त्री के जैविक, ऐतिहासिक और सामाजिक पक्षों पर चर्चा की गई है, जबकि दूसरे खंड में आधुनिक स्त्री की दशा को विस्तार से विश्लेषित किया गया है। इसमे...

- राम पुनियानी  संघ परिवार द्वारा 1992 में बाबरी मस्जिद ढहाए जाने के बाद से जो सैकड़ों साल पहले हुआ था वह अचानक समाज में चर्चा का मुख्य विषय बन गया है. इतिहास को देखने का एक विशिष्ट नजरिया, जिसमें इतिहास को राजाओं और उनके धर्म के चश्मे से देखा जाता है, को समाज पर थोप दिया गया है. वह भी एक सुनियोजित तरीके से. अब एक कदम आगे बढ़कर साम्प्रदायिक शक्तियां इसको राष्ट्रवाद से जोड़ रहीं हैं. दिलचस्प बात यह है कि साम्राज्यों के काल के इतिहास को राष्ट्रवाद से जोड़ा जा रहा है, इस तथ्य को पूरी तरह भुलाकर कि राष्ट्र-राज्य एक आधुनिक परिकल्पना है और भारत की संकल्पना उपनिवेशवादी शक्तियों के विरूद्ध हुए संघर्ष के समानांतर उदित हुई.

By A Representative   The Banglar Manabadhikar Suraksha Mancha (MASUM), represented by Secretary Kirity Roy, has filed a formal complaint with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) concerning the dire living conditions and human rights violations faced by the villagers of East Sahebganj (Khalaimari part) in Dinhata-II, Cooch Behar District, West Bengal. 

By Harsh Thakor*  Recently turning 60, Aamir Khan is undoubtedly one of the most versatile and grounded actors of his generation, and many consider him among the most talented to ever grace the Bollywood screen. Throughout his career, Aamir has portrayed a wide range of characters and was known for being very selective about his projects.

Counterview Desk   A coalition of over 160 organizations and concerned citizens  has issued a joint appeal urging the Government of Chhattisgarh and the CPI (Maoist) to declare an immediate ceasefire and begin peace talks. The appeal highlights the urgent need to protect Adivasi communities and villagers affected by the prolonged conflict in Bastar, West Singhbhum, and Gadchiroli.  

- जलवायु एवं प्रकृति न्याय फोरम, दिल्ली  राजस्थान के बारां जिले के स्थानीय लोगों ने 500 किलोमीटर से अधिक की यात्रा करके प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी के लिये ज्ञापन दिया है, ताकि प्राचीन, जैव विविधता से भरपूर शाहबाद के जंगल में 1.19 लाख पुराने पेड़ों और अनगिनत अन्य छोटे पेड़ों और झाड़ियों को कटने से बचाया जा सके। ऐसा इसलिए हो रहा है क्योंकि सरकार ने हैदराबाद की ग्रीनको एनर्जी प्राइवेट लिमिटेड नामक एक निजी कंपनी को बारां जिले के शाहबाद ब्लॉक में 408 हेक्टेयर वन भूमि पर ‘पंप स्टोरेज प्रोजेक्ट’ स्थापित करने की अनुमति दी है।

By A Representative   Utthan, a grassroots organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities, has been awarded the prestigious First Prize in the Climate Change Award 2024–25 by the Climate Change Department, Government of Gujarat. The award, which includes a prize of ₹1 lakh, recognizes Utthan’s transformative work in empowering small and marginal women farmers through climate-resilient agricultural practices.   The organization has successfully transitioned 5,000 women farmers to sustainable farming methods and brought 3,300 acres under climate-resilient practices.  Over 99% of participating farmers have adopted eco-friendly techniques like seed treatment, bio-inputs, water-saving technologies, and agroforestry. Additionally, input costs have been reduced for more than 80% of farmers, while the initiative has also fostered climate entrepreneurs producing bio-inputs and offering tool rental services.   Utthan’s initiative aligns with India’s comm...

By Nava Thakuria*   The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a union territory of India, recently drew national and international media attention for two incidents, but both for wrong reasons. The group of  572 islands, where  38 are inhabited, with the landmass of around 8,249 square kilometre woke up to an incident where a foreigner was caught for visiting a restricted island and also a local journalist was found dead in the last week of March 2025. News broke from Port Blair (now renamed as Sri Vijaya Puram), the capital abd largest township of the territory, that Ukrainian-American national (identified as Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov) reached North Sentinel Island in the Indian Ocean to make contact with the uncontacted Sentinelese people.

By Gajanan Khergamker   The passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, alongside the repeal of the colonial-era Mussalman Wakf Bill of 1923, marks a significant legislative recalibration in the governance of Islamic charitable endowments in India. Touted as a reformative measure aimed at transparency, inclusion, and social justice, the Bill introduces sweeping changes—including the digitisation of property records, mandatory audits, and, most contentiously, the inclusion of non-Muslims in Waqf Boards and the Central Waqf Council.

By Harsh Thakor*  Veteran actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar passed away at Mumbai's Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital on Friday at the age of 87 after a prolonged battle with health issues. According to medical reports, he succumbed to cardiogenic shock resulting from an acute myocardial infarction, commonly known as a severe heart attack. Additionally, he had been struggling with decompensated liver cirrhosis in recent months, which significantly worsened his condition. Manoj Kumar was not just an actor and filmmaker but an institution who set standards that continue to shape Indian cinema. His films were not merely cinematic spectacles but profound reflections of patriotism, social justice, and human endeavor. His influence has left a lasting imprint on generations, preventing commercial cinema from being diluted. His towering screen presence, distinctive charm, impeccable timing, moral conviction, and ability to understate characters were hallmarks of his craft. He effectively p...

By Fr. Cedric Prakash SJ  On Sunday 23 March, Pope Francis appeared on the balcony of Rome's Gemelli Hospital, for the first time since his hospitalization and before leaving the facility where he had been since 14 February.  During this period his he was very serious for many days. He greeted those present, imparted his blessing and gave the 'thumbs up' to the nearly three thousand people gathered in the square below who were applauding his appearance and release from hospital. He is now back in his residence at Santa Marta in the Vatican. For his deep faith, his resilience and the strength ‘not to give up’, we celebrate Pope Francis!

By Bharat Dogra  Water scarcity for many months in a year is becoming a significant problem in many rural communities of the world. In many areas it has become a survival issue and several communities are forced to abandon their habitations for a considerable time of the year mainly because of water scarcity. Many others are able to maintain their settlement only if the timely arrival of water tankers can be ensured. In other places communities are having to struggle very hard to quench the thirst of their farm, dairy and other animals. In a larger number of communities people are saying loud and clear that water has emerged as their biggest constraint as many other development initiatives cannot progress or even start due to water shortage.

By A Representative  A significant initiative aimed at conserving and enhancing urban biodiversity in Bhuj was launched on March 25, 2025, with the release of the book Trees of Bhuj  and the launch of the web portal treesofbhuj.in . The initiative is spearheaded by Home In the City (HIC), a collective of non-profits dedicated to creating a more sustainable and inclusive city.

By Harsh Thakor*  Following recent encounter killing of Maoists, a statement from the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist) has surfaced, outlining conditions for a ceasefire. The group has demanded the suspension of anti-Naxal operations and the halting of new security force camps. The statement, dated March 28, 2025, and purportedly issued by Abhay, a spokesperson of the Central Committee of Maoists, emerged just before Union Home Minister Amit Shah's scheduled visit to Chhattisgarh.

- राम पुनियानी  प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी हाल में नागपुर-स्थित आरएसएस मुख्यालय पहुंचे. वहां उन्होंने आरएसएस के संस्थापक डॉ के.बी. हेडगेवार और द्वितीय सरसंघचालक माधव सदाशिव गोलवलकर को श्रद्धांजलि दी. इस यात्रा का खूब प्रचार हुआ और इसकी सर्वत्र चर्चा हो रही है. कुछ लोगों का कयास है कि चूँकि अगले सितम्बर में मोदी 75 साल के हो जाएंगे और अपनी पार्टी के नियमों के अनुसार उन्हें सक्रिय राजनीति से सन्यास लेना होगा, इसलिए यह उनकी फेयरवेल यात्रा थी!

- नदी घाटी मंच, जन आंदोलनो का राष्ट्रीय समन्वय,   कोशी नवनिर्माण मंच*  28 मार्च 2025 को प्रेस इनफार्मेशन ब्युरो ने जानकारी दी कि केंद्रीय कैबिनेट ने कोशी-मेची नदी जोड़ परियोजना को मंजूरी दे दी है। उल्लेखनीय है कि यह नई परियोजना केन-बेतवा नदी जोड़ परियोजना के बाद देश की दूसरी बड़ी नदी जोड़ परियोजना है। इस परियोजना के लाभ के रूप में कोशी की बाढ़ से राहत और सीमांचल के  अररिया, पूर्णिया, किशनगंज, कटिहार इत्यादि जिलों सिंचाई को प्रचारित किया जा रहा है।

By Sumit Kumar Ganguly  The R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital (RGKMCH), has been in news for the past eight months because of the brutal gangrape and murder of a junior doctor inside the institution. Sanjay Roy, a civic volunteer, was convicted and sentenced to rigorous life imprisonment for the crime in January. The downplaying of the gruesome murder initially as a ‘suicide’ by the college authorities and the destruction of the evidence by the state administration led to huge protests across the world . As the incident opened up a can of worms, exposing the criminal syndicate being run in the health department of West Bengal Government, the issue is no longer limited to this case. It has also refreshed the memories of the public about the saga of murder, suicides and unnatural deaths of students and faculty belonging to that medical college in the past two and a half decades.