SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2015 DAILY EXCELSIOR, JAMMU daily n the end Vyapam has end- tions before it and on Thursday ed where it should have at ordered the transfer of the inves- Excelsior Ithe outset : in the lap of the tigation to the cbi. Everyone at Established 1965 Central Bureau of Investigation, Vyapam scam the moment seemed happy at the development and none as much Founder Editor S.D. Rohmetra a much discredited organisation riage markets in Uttar Pradesh, Chouhan's home, accusing fin- ly was strangulated was pro- transfer of the Vyapam case by itself but one which some- Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. and gers pointing at close family nounced, with the help of a from Madhya Pradesh police to as the young surviving whistle- how continues to inspire confi- Vyapam we are talking of has members. of course, Mr Shivraj cooperative senior doctor ,to the Central Bureau of Investiga- bower who had come to delhi dence.in any case this is not the been "Vyapak" in Madhya Chouhan has refuted that charge have died of anxiety caused of tion, the latter investigation from bhopal for the Apex Court Rain and flood in Jammu place to discuss the strengths Pradesh. evereyone, almost even as he did rather belatedly all things by a failed romance. preferably supervised by the pronouncement. and weaknesses of the nation's everyone, down the power lad- order an inquiry into the entire the official post-mortem had Apex Court. Curiously, the police guard ue to torrential rains, Jammu city and its Prime Criminal Investigation der from Raj Bhawan to episode resulting in widespread stated the cause as asphyxation The Supreme Court had two assigned to him for his safety by peripheral areas have suffered big loss owing Agency. The question to ask is sachivalaya (secretariat) and arrests of alleged wrong-doers. suggesting struggle with her days earlier exppressed its con- the mp Government had not Dto the flood water entering the houses in low- what is this monster Vyapam including sections of judici- It was when the initial inquiry killers, but the specialist over- cern over the contuining deaths accompanied him - he avoids lying areas. The flood has been caused essentially by and how come it has been ary,people are ready and willing started gathering momentum turned the report on the basis of of alleged accused,whistle- accompanying me even in allowed to be around for so long, Bhopal for fear of death , the numerous nullahs that carry rain water to the river to take a dip in the holy mess. and arrests were effected that photographic evidence, as dis- blowers et al connected with the with some 2000 suspects under Vyapam was not confined just to the beans started spilling. tinct from the post-mortem case, an occurrence which the protectee said. He would not Tawi. People have illegally constructed houses and arrest, some 500 people acquiring through illicit means Degree-seekers,including many report. I couldn't believe my retired Madhya Pradesh High have been much use. his concern other structures in these nullahs causing obstruction absconding and 46, at the last professional degrees, it also genuine ones, asked questions. eyes when the senior doctor took Courrt Judge, supervising the though was the the Supreme to free flow of rain water. This results in floods. count, having lost their lives, fetched jobs, so it is alleged. and investigation by them,somehow Court had not clearly stated if it Despite repeated warnings by the Government to some of them whistleblowers, one of the allegations has it that chose not to view seriously.I am would supervise the cbi inquiry some witnesses and some list- MEN, MATTERS & MEMORIES as it had done in some cases in vacate illegal constructions and encroachments in the Governor Ram Naresh Yadav's not imputig motives - far be it ed among the accused. son collected rs. Rs 3 lakhs on M L KOTRU from me - but the good man was the past."this not a small, trifling nullahs, people have not paid heed to it and the result Vyapam to be sure is not a the Raj Bhawan lawns on convinced about the fairness of case,sir. the future of thousands is that many houses have been damaged and proper- monster,it simply represents promisimng jobs to some seek- the ones with genuine griev- recourse to a psycological the local inquiry he supervised; of lives and crores of rupees is ty washed away. human greed,the willingnesss to ers. ances aired their views pub- assessment he had made on he said so on a number of tv involved.'" However, in many areas that are low lying, damage cheat, an adventurist spirit that's The Governor himself fig- licly,risking their lives. phgotographic evidence. channels after Chief Minister There is the undoubted only too willing to take short involvement of vested interests has been considerable. Large scale damage has hap- ured at no. 10 in the list of orig- A corrupt system did not To give credibility to the Chouhan initially rejected the cuts to institutions of excel- inally charge-sheeted accused want any form of whistle-blow- inquiry ordered by him, the demand for transfer of the case in the operation of Vyapam. The pened to residential houses, shops, and other proper- lence, universities, medical col- but his name was dropped when ing.murders,disappearances, Chief Minister had set up a spe- to the cbi, endorsed also by size and magnitude of the buisi- ties. People have seen moveable household goods leges, engineering collleges and confronted with the reality that some victims of fraud and odd- cial investigation team,moni- Home Minister Rajnath Singh ness of manipulating the system including cars parked in open, floating in the gushing what have you. All in the name as a constitutional entity the ly arrested as suspects, became tored by a High Court three days earlier. Obviousy the in the matter of employmemnt flood waters. Reports from rural areas are still to of acquiring fake or undeserving Governor was beyond reproach a commonplace. a corrupt Judge,both failing to inspire mounting pressure of public and admissions to professional degrees to worm your way up colleges is enormous. As big as come. Floods have been reported from Samba and while in office. not that mr authority simultaneously chose confidence,much to the glee of opinion did persuade Chouhan the social scale. Or simply to yadav, the incumbent, was both- to close ranks and collaborated the Congress Party and its to change his mind and to your 2G or similar scams. And Kathua also. A large number of localities in Jammu land a lucrative jobas an engi- ered. He has carried on for almot as a team to turn the tables on leader, the former Madhya announce his decision to request this is just the tip of the ice-berg. city have been reported to have come under flood neer or doctor ; your two years after Vyapam, burst those who threy believed were Pradesh Chief Minister, Mr. the Madhya Pradesh High Court We haven't even reached any- water. ward,armed with a "fixed" pro- into the open. talking too much.murders were Digvijay Singh, who spearhead- to transfer the conduct of the where near the boundary walls The Government must immediately order survey of fessional degree,you, as a fond The scam has cast a dark turned into suicides or acci- ed the counter-attack and was inquiry to he cbi.The Supreme of private professional institu- partent, can be sure, will com- tions.The admission business is the damage done by flood and rains to private and shadow even on the otherwise dents. one of the petitioners to move Court had in the meantime tak- mand a hefty dowry in the mar- affable Chief Minister A young lady who obvious- the Supreme Court pleading of en up consideration of the peti- at its murkiest there. public property. Revenue and other authorities must submit a quick report to the Government so that relief Sanjay Gupta districts of the state withthe measures are undertaken. Fortunately, no casualties active involvement of District have been reported from any area so far. That is a igital India Week was Administration and District launched by the Prime redeeming factor. But the loss of houses, structures, Digital India Informatics Officers of NIC. Minister on 01st of July cattle, crops, moveable goods and household furni- D Educational institutions also 2015 from Indira Gandhi Indoor enrollment, Digital Locker up Digital India and also to share of the country. ation of digital infrastructure, played a very vital role in suc- ture etc. should be recorded and the Government Stadium Delhi. This historical (Paperless Services), eSign, their ideas on MyGov for build- It is pertinent to mention here delivering services digitally, and cessful conduct of Digital India should announce relief for flood sufferers. In particu- launch was witnessed live by few ePraman, eAadhar Based Atten- ing a digital economy. Impor- that Digital India is an initiative digital literacy. Digital India is a tance of NOFN in the near future Programme. All the districts of lar, those whose houses have been washed have to district HQ and gram panchayats dance System, e-Hospital, e- from Government of India to Programme to prepare India for Scholarship, MyGov, Financial and Post Offices Network and integrate the government depart- a knowledge future and bridging the state have launched their be provided shelter. We have to remember that the of the country through video con- ferencing as well as through live & Digital Inclusion were some of making themMulti Service Cen- ments and the people of India to the digital divide. local initiatives and also high- tres was also highlighted by PM. monsoons have just begun and we have still at least webcast from the vent location. the initiatives showcased to the provide eServices to the citizens The impact of Digital India lighted the ongoing eGover- Importance of National a month and half of rainy season to face. If the struc- District Jammu was the only dis- participants. Under Digital India in friendly and transparent man- can be foreseen from the fact that nance initiatives going on in their Informatics Centre and other tures illegally raised in the nullahs are not removed trict in J&K state to participate in programme Internet Reach, ner with prime objective to digi- by 2019, Government expects respective locations. A state lev- forthwith, it is possible that in next heavy downpour, this historical event through Broadband Highways, IT Jobs, the follows: el event was also held at SKICC Electronics Manufacturing, Srinagar on 2nd of July 2015 the same position may arise and more losses may be video conferencing with partici- * Broadband in 2.5 lakh vil- pants from some educational eGovernance, eKranti, Wi MAX lages, universal phone connec- with active participation of Infor- inflicted on the people. institutions were highlighted. tivity mation Technology Department We hope that Disaster Management Authority will The basic mantra of launch- The Prime Minister, Naren- * Net Zero Imports by 2020 of State Government and NIC. move in speedily and make an assessment of the ing this Digital India Programme dra Modi, Minister for IT, Min- * 400,000 Public Internet In a unique initiative in J&K ister for Financeand eminent losses suffered. The organization has to be galva- by Prime Minister is IT+IT=IT Access Points during Digital Indian week, a i.e. India Talent+Information industry leaders emphasized the * Wi-fi in 2.5 lakh schools, all debate / symposium was also nized into action forthwith and relief and succour necessity of Digital India pro- Technology=India Tomorrow universities; Public wi-fi organized over video conferenc- should come to the affected people. It is also hoped gramme for transforming India and also bridging the digital hotspots for citizens ing between District Jammu and into a digital empowered society that Non-Government Organizations dedicated to divide.Digital India week has as well as knowledge economy. * Digital Inclusion: 1.7 Cr District Reasi. Deputy Commis- social work will also move in and provide whatever been celebrated throughout the Prime Minister laid the impor- trained for IT, Telecom and Elec- sioner Jammu and Deputy Com- country from 1st July 2015 to 7th succour they can to the flood victims. Cultivators tance of Digital Indian in cre- tronics Jobs missioner Reasi presided over whose crops have suffered damage also need to be July 2015 with an objective to ation of Jobs in this industry for * Job creation: Direct 1.7 Cr. the session. Students from vari- showcase their local digital ini- compensated. the youth and also stressed upon and Indirect at least 8.5 Cr. ous educational institutions from tiatives as well as promoting * e-Governance & eServices: It is important that the Government should take note the importance of Make in India District Jammu and Reasi partic- major initiatives from Govern- for electronics and IT industry Across Government ipated in the VC session. Deputy of the fact that Jammu too is as much vulnerable to ment of India. for reducing the imports in the core organizations in bringing up tally empower citizens. It aims at * India to be leader in IT use Commissioner Jammu and Reasi Just few moments before the flood calamity as Srinagar is because Jammu has more county and also make high class this mega event was also high- ensuring the government servic- in services - health, education, were the jury members in the ses- onset of the formal launch pro- lighted during the launch. Emi- nullahs running down the hill and bringing flood water to IT products in the country itself. es are made available to citizens banking sion and five participants each gramme, all eGovernance initia- the river. Some permanent solution has to be found. Cyber war was also one of the nent industry leaders had no electronically by reducing paper- * Digitally empowered citi- tivesfrom Department of Elec- hitch to say that they are now from Jammu and Reasi spoke in One solution is linking up these nullahs and then mak- prime concern of the Prime Min- work. The initiative also includes zens - public cloud, internet length about Digital Indian Pro- tronics& Information Technolo- ister for which he stressed upon feeling that Government is mov- plan to connect rural areas with access gramme launched in country by ing them converge at one point so that flood water is gy, Government of Indiaas well utmost security of the Digital ing faster than Industry and also high-speed internet networks. In the state of Jammu and PM. brought under control. This matter has not been dis- as main objectives of Digital World.He also invited the youth proposed their investment plans Digital India has three core com- Kashmir also, this event has been in bringing up Digital India and (The author is District Informatics cussed in the recent meeting of the District Indiawere showcased in detail. to showcase their talent in bring ponents. These include the cre- organized & celebrated by all the Digital Identity i.e. Aadhaar making its reach to every citizen Officer / HOD NIC District Centre Jammu) Development Board held under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister. The matter is of urgent nature in view of Mohd Imran Khan larly those in reproductive age the long period of monsoon rains that have set in. groups. In this mass media he world population is One important aspect of the rainy season and the radio, television, newspapers expected to surpass Population explosion floods that might happen and to which we would like and educational institution can Tseven billion. That is populated region. Antarctica least dense countries are Mon- sus is the single largest source guages, religion migration and play important role to aware to invite the attention of the Government is the safety more than double the number has a small fluctuating interna- golia, Namibia and Australia. of a variety of statistical infor- many other socio-cultural and the people. of the pilgrims to Amarnath and Mata Vaishno Devi. A of people living on earth just 50 tional population based mainly The census of India 2011 which mation on different character- demographic data. Literacy rates should be large number of vehicles were got stranded on years age. Today 11th of July, in polar science station. started on first of April in 2010 istics of the people of India. It I think over population increased in states having low is world population day a year- Udhampur-Ramban stretch of National Highway. The urban share of global is a historical landmark in Indi- is most credible source of leads to a number of not only literacy rates like Bihar, Uttar ly event created by the United Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jhark- Reportedly the traffic has been cleared now in view of population national but also Nation to highlight the impor- increased from individuals fami- hand, Madhya Pradesh, and improved weather conditions. However, since the tance of population trends. 29 percent in ly problems. It Rajasthan having high popula- Amarnath yatra will continue till Shravna Purnmashi, Everyday millions people go 1950 to 51 per- has resulted in tion growth rates. In our coun- pilgrim rush will continue till then. Therefore the traffic hungry million and people cent in 2011. many serious try the growth rate of popula- don't have access to clean department has to show extraordinary alertness about Asia and problems such as tion is significantly high. The water. explosion of population in the safety of these pilgrims. Traffic on the National Africa are the food supply, The world population is the least urban- spacing, unem- India during the last fifty years Highway has to be closed if there is warning from the total number of living humans ized regions of ployment, edu- has put enormous pressure on weatherman about impending heavy rains. Moreover, on the planet earth. According the world and cation human the available resources. The arrangement of temporary camps close to the places to a separate estimate by the North America health, etc. Over situation of unemployment both educated and uneducated, United Nation it has exceeded and Europe are population leads where there is much apprehension of landslides and skilled and unskilled people 7 billion. The world population the most to increased use mud slides coming down could also be considered. try to migrate to other coun- is unevenly distributed, with urbanized. of automobiles tries in search of jobs and six of the World's seven conti- Population which causes Police modernization nents being permanently increasing air employment. The pressure of density also population on the resources is inhabited on a large scale. Asia varies consid- water, soil, noise olice modernization is an on-going process. is the most populated continent pollution and creating many environmental erably across and ecological problems. The Modernization does not mean only providing with it's a four billion inhabi- regions and it eco-degradation. It causes crime rate is going up, and modern weapons and equipment but also tants accounting for over 60 has increased P percent of the world popula- increase in urban good educational institutions, greatly over means upgraded training to meet the requirements of slums as well as hospitals and transport systems tion. The world's most popu- time. Asia is the densest region modern exigencies. Police force is the front line force deforestation rapid human are over crowded. The basic lated countries China and India in world and North America WORLD POPULATION DAY that is expected to take on the terrorists in the first population growth is causing amenities like drinking water, constitute about 37 percent of and Oceania are much less place. As such, it is quite natural that the police force the world's population. North increase pressure on the infra- electricity and roads are inade- densely populated. The most an history. This will be largest information on demography, quate. Consequently life is full should be trained adequately to be able to stand America has a population of structure economy and envi- densely populated counties of census in Indian history till economic activity, literacy and ronment. I think population of tension and not enjoyable around 352 million five per- the world are Monacco, Singa- date ever done by any govern- education, housing, urbaniza- before the terrorists and at the same time they should cent and Oceania the least, explosion can be reduced by for most of the people of the be equipped with arms that can match the arms of the pore and Bahrain, whereas the ment of the world. Indian cen- tion, fertility and mortality lan- educating the people particu- country. terrorists. Our State has been infested with militancy for last two and half decades. Our police force had taken the Felicitation of IAS toppers Bravest Brigadier challenge and fought them. They have made great Sir, Exam.In the same manner,it should be made Sir, a practice to felicitate the toppers of academ- sacrifices which the country cannot forget. But it is the The fact that a physically challanged girl Readvertise KAS posts responsibility of our policy planners that funds should ic and professional examinations to boost their Striding through the June 14, issue of the 'DE', one is marveled from Delhi named Ira Singhal has topped the and enchanted by the valor, discipline, chivalry and unmatched loy- Sir, be provided frugally to the State for modernizing the morale and serve as an inspiration for the oth- most coveted UPSC Civil Services Exam this ers. alty shown by the true soldier embodied in Brig. Rajinder Singh Ji. It is quite unfortunate that preliminary police to the extent that they are able to deliver the year speaks volume about the fact that with There is no dearth of talent and ability in The indomitable bravery displayed by this warrior, heading a mere exams of KAS aspirants which were to be goods. The Home Ministry has released 44 crore strong willpower and perseverance coupled our state.What is needed is to provide guid- 100 ill-equipped men, will go unmatched in the annals of military held in 2014 have been postponed three rupees under non-plan head to our State for modern- with clear mind and lofty aim,nothing is ance and opportunity to the talented youth history anywhere on this planet. Why the Chief of the state forces times leaving the aspirants in utter confu- ization of police force for the financial year 2014-15. It impossible in this world and one can undoubt- especially those belonging to economically was handicapped for manpower, was mainly because his own men sion and dismay. Unfortunately it appears edly climb the pinnacle of success sooner or is a very good decision. But at the same time, we weaker families or residing in the farflung in the force betrayed him and crossed to the enemy. In other words, that Jammu & Kashmir PSC does not later.The girls have scripted history by bag- areas to display their talent and potential.For would urge the central authorities not to adopt rigid the men whom he trained to defend the then J&K, joined the Pak exist which needs to be made functional. ging four out of top five merit positions in the this purpose, the services of retired bureau- The aspirants of 2015 batch are also under attitude in regard to release of withheld grants for the regulars and tribesmen in treachery. They knew every inch of the most prestigious examination in the country crats,university professors and other intelli- terrain to enter the vale in complicity,to betray the Ruler. Credit goes great confusion and dilemma when the and thus,proved that they in no way lag behind reason that utilization certificates for previous years gentia can be roped in to provide specialized to the bravest Brigadier who fought to the last man and last bullet earlier exams have no certainty of being the boys and given the opportunity,they can have not been forwarded to the Home Ministry. We coaching and guidance to the civil services to wrestle J&K away from the Pak-tribesmen-regulars combine. held. It is requested that to provide jus- prove their ability and mettle and even out- aspirants and other candidates at affordable agree that it should have been sent at proper time and This true soldier deserves a day of remembrance as a holiday. tice to the aspirants of 2015 also, the posts shine the boys as they often do in the academ- fee so that they can manage to crack such save embarrassment to itself and to the Home Last but not the least, our erstwhile Maharaja can't be absolved need to be readvertised so that they can ic exams conducted by the Central and State exams.Counselling cells need to be set up at from his aberrant indecisiveness, wavering and faltering attitude also apply and appear with the batch of Ministry. If it is under preparation that should be con- Boards of School Education and Universi- the zonal and district level to provide coun- 2014.The exams should be held immedi- veyed to the MHA and that will solve the problem. ties.Eleven youth from J& K have also quali- selling and guidance to the students while they with regard to accession to either of the dominions, before the ately without fail so that the candidates Our State has to fight a long battle against militan- fied the Civil Services Exam and brought lau- are in the schools to channelise their energy already set deadline that was Aug.13,'47. Most of the 550 princes do not suffer any more. We appeal to the cy and disruptive forces. Huge responsibility devolves rels to the state.They too need to be felicitat- and talent at an early stage and provide them ruling the rest of India had already acceded pre-Aug.13. History may not forgive the Ruler for his indefinite delay beyond mid- Chief Minister to kindly intervene to on the shoulders of the police force. It is the duty of ed for their hardwork and spectacular per- opportunity to choose the field of their apti- tude and work hard to achieve success in the August, that could possibly have averted the bloodshed and the con- readvertise the posts. the State to provide all necessary equipment and facil- formance by awarding them certificates of merit on the same lines on which such certifi- chosen field. sequent dispute and it's aftermath. Yours etc.... ity to the police force whether it is in terms of training cates were handed over to the top twenty all Yours etc.... Yours etc.... Gorav Kumar or equipment or family related facilities or admission All India Toppers of IAS/Civil Services2014 Ashok Sharma Dr.T.K.Munshi, Deeli , Channi Himmat, and education of their children. Udhampur on e-mail Jammu