Archive: October 3, 2022

Peace And Joy Comes Alive in PeaceCarnival

Over three hundred bikers, cyclists and walkers took part in PeaceCarnival

Benagaluru, 2nd October Sunday 2022. Today is the day that Mahatma Gandhi was born as the messiah of Non Violence

He made the legacy of India for Peace world renowned by his Peaceful nonviolent resistance against colonization which Brought India its Freedom from British Rule

But Acts of violence, Aggression conflicts wars go on unabated and our beautiful planet is on the verge of self-destruction. We are dominated by a Culture of Violence.

A new world order under the leadership of children and youth is urgently needed
In order to grow a Culture of PEACE The PEACECARNIVAL was organized. It was a celebration of LOVE, PEACE and JOY

The celebration was flagged off by girl student of Parikrma School at ASOHKA PILLAR a symbolic monument of Ashoka to bring Peace. 200 motorcycle riders convoy and 100 cyclists pedalled the same
22 km distance across Bangalore lead by women motorcyclists hundreds of PEACEWALKERS marched with Peace flags and placards pleading for PENS NOT GUNS
At the PEACEDOME open performances was in a vibrant swing. Children sang and rendered powerful poetry. Dr Sham led the DRUM CIRCLE wherein 400 drummers drummed for Peace.

Individuals, corporate, NGOs, organizations in government sector, schools, colleges and the general public.

The food was cooked in a community effort led by SEVA Cafe

The PEACECARNIVAL, is a joint initiative of the World Peace Museum Trust & Breathe Entertainment, hosted by Magnifique Public School Kanakapura Road to commemorate the 153rd birth anniversary of the Mahatma.

John Devaraj, renowned sculptor, and founder-director of World Peace Museum, said that the Culture of Peace call is aimed to empower children and youth to strengthen harmony in society and develop a sense of respect for all life on earth.

Moinuddin US, Educationist & Environmentalist said that the World Peace Museum connects the museums of the world and recalls the bloody history of war and violence the world over, showcasing the efforts and endeavours of peace makers including artists, writers, singers, dancers, musicians, photographers, journalists and film-makers,

Said Dr Rita Mahajan, spiritual coach & healer, describing it as a unique peace movement of, by and for all.

Kishore Joseph, Director, Breathe Entertainment said taking part in the peace carnival was an attempt to be the change we want to bring about, and heed the call given by Mahatma Gandhi.

Biju Nair, Cluster COO, BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital who are the health partners for the event, said they would use this initiative to spread awareness about their various CSR initiatives and also bust many myths and fears about Breast Cancer.

The PEACECARNIVAL is supported by SHE for Society, the first ever NGO formed by women bikers to honour and support martyred soldiers’ families. Due to their collaboration, over 200 women and men bikers communities participated.

Other partner events includes Prachar Media, Seva Café, icycle In, among others.

Cleanathon Initiative by residents of Prestige Misty Waters, Hebbal

Bangalore, October 02, 2022 : Prestige Misty Waters ( PMW ) apartment residents in association with “Let’s Be The Change” and BBMP today organised cleanathon and plog run, on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, under Swachh Abhiyaan.

The event was well participated by residents and neighbours to ensure almost 500 metres main road and surrounding area in Kempapura, Hebbal was cleaned. Almost 30 sacks of trash was collected and cleared.

BBMP also suggested few initiatives that apartment can take up to make sure garbage is not thrown outside on roads.

PMW association thanked all the members for active participation. More than 50 members actively participated in the event.

On the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons HelpAge India Bangalore chapter submits Memorandum to Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri. Basavaraj S Bommai

Bangalore, October 2022: On the occasion of the “International Day of Older Persons on 1st October 2022”, HelpAge India Bangalore chapter, used this opportunity to bring the elder’s issue to forefront and submitted a Memorandum to Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri. Basavaraj S Bommai on 1st October’ 2021 at Ravindra Kalakshethra, Bangalore.

Our Demands:-

Ø Universal Pension of Rs.2000

Ø Reinstating of State Council for Senior Citizens

Ø Extending Health Insurance facilities for fresh aspirant Senior citizen above 70 years and

Ø A separate department for Senior Citizens

Our Demands in Detail

Universal Pension Rs. 2000/-

-Universalize social pensions to cover more all elderly without income security in their advanced age.

-The monthly entitlement should be equivalent of half the minimum wage. Presently it amounts to nearly 2500 rupees per person per month.

-The amount should be revised twice a year to account for inflation.

-The procedures for application and renewal are tedious and put the onus on the elderly. Better use of MIS, automatic inclusion and renewal of pensions.

-Mode of disbursement – postal, panchayat office, and bank should be as per the choice of the beneficiary.

-Pensions should be seen as compensation for work –left, as deferred wages and not as a dole.

Why State counsel for senior citizen?

The State Council for Senior Citizen was constituted vide notification WCD/479/PHP/2007 by the Karnataka State Government.

The State Council was headed by Hon’ble Minister for Women & Child Development, Director – Department of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens Empowerment and also involved representatives from NGO’s and Senior citizens. The following activities were carried out under this council.

· Meetings were conducted to review of Welfare Schemes, Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizen and to ensure improving the delivery services.

· Appropriate Recommendations for the Welfare Programs for Senior Citizens were made to the Government.

· Monitoring to ensure the improving of the functioning of the organization.

It is regrettable that the State Council has not been functioning since last few years.

Extending Health Insurance facilities

Further extension of Health insurance to the senior is up to the age of 65 years with a meagre extension. This applies only on the disease which the insured person acquires after the date of the policy. This facility does not apply to old disease. However most the elderly need insurance facility after the age of 65 to be extended up to 85+ age. This would bring out a sigh of relief among the senior citizens of this age circle.

Separate Department for Senior Citizen:-

At present the unit of senior citizen empowerment is attached with the State Directorate for Women & Child Development, but considering the extent and requirement of senior citizens is considered this attachment seems illogical. Hence, it is requested to provide a separate Directorate exclusively for senior citizens. There are few welfare schemes for elderly in State Policy but many of them are not implemented yet. Therefore we would demand for a separate Ministry or a Department for Senior Citizen to strengthen the Welfare Schemes for the elderly.

HelpAge India is a leading humanitarian, development and campaign organization voices the concerns of elders to help them live a more dignified life. For over 44 years HelpAge India has been working tirelessly for the cause and care of the India’s disadvantaged older person. We provide elderly services through various Age Care interventions and multiple projects across 24 states covering 175 districts. We reach out to 1.25 million needy elders through our nationwide programs for their rights and welfare.

HelpAge advocates for elder rights and conducts awareness programs, reaching out to both people and the government, so elders can access their entitlements. It brings issues to the forefront, information on the Rights and Entitlements of elders in various Govt. Schemes. To this end, it works with civil society, the judiciary, legislators and the government both at the Centre and in the various states.

Dr Nawab Mir Nasir Ali Khan, felicitates new diplomats stationed in Hyderabad Mr Gareth Wynn Owen, Mr. Aaref Alnuaimi & Ms Jennifer Larson, at a grand reception

Hyderabad, October 2022: Dr Nawab Mir Nasir Ali Khan, Honorary Consul of Republic of Kazakhstan for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and his spouse Begum Meher Fatima Khan; hosted a grand welcome dinner in honour of the new Deputy British High Commissioner at Hyderabad Mr Gareth Wynn Owen, Consul General of UAE in Hyderabad, Mr. Aaref Alnuaimi and Ms Jennifer Larson, Consul General of USA in Hyderabad, at his residence, today.

Dr E Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, IFS; Special Secretary, Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Telangana; Mr Dasari Balaiah, RPO and Head of MEA Branch Secretariat, Government of India; Mr Vikram Jain, Trade Commissioner Canadian High Commission and Mr Birad Rajaram Yagnik, Curator Mahatma Gandhi digital Museum development; were among the dignitaries who attended the dinner and relished the lavish spread of Hyderabadi and Central Asian cuisines.

Diplomats of various countries stationed in Hyderabad availed the opportunity to exchange notes and discuss the latest happenings including economy and commerce, environmental and climatic changes impacting the world. It served as a rendezvous for diplomats and bureaucrats to build familiarity and bonding. They were keen to know about the recently unveiled wooden villa of MAK Projects by Hon’ble Shri Mohammed Mahmood Ali, Minister of Home, Prisons, Fire Services, Telangana and Mr Cameron MacKay, High commissioner of Canada in India. The guests congratulated Nasir Ali Khan and Osman Ali Khan, Business Development Director, MAK projects for being the torch bearer in sustainable construction in the real estate industry.