23012024-JTR-01.qxd 1/23/2024 12:21 AM Page 1 c m y b Jalandhar tribune CIVIC BODY FINALLY WAKES UP FROM DEEP SLUMBER KRITIKA TALKS ABOUT HER UPCOMING PROJECTS Actress Kritika Kamra is all set for her upcoming thriller dramas, Gyarah Gyarah and For Your Eyes Only. P3 PARTLY CLOUDY MAX 12°C | MIN 5°C YESTERDAY MAX 12°C | MIN 6°C YASHASHRI RECALLS HOW SHE BECAME AN ACTRESS Officials claim a fine of ~10K will be imposed on any person found throwing garbage at the Chuggiti dump.P2 FORECAST The Dabangii: Mulgii Aayi Re Aayi actress says her love for showbiz developed from her childhood. P4 » » SUNSET TUESDAY 5:51 PM SUNRISE WEDNESDAY 7:17 AM » TUESDAY | 23 JANUARY 2024 | JALANDHAR INBRIEF 1 BOOKED FOR BIKE THEFT Phagwara: The Shahkot police have booked an unidentified person on the charge of stealing a motorcycle. In his complaint to the police, Rakesh, a resident of Said Pur Jirri village, said he parked his motorcycle bearing registration number PB67D1699 outside Jain Hospital, Shahkot, on November 29 last year. When he returned, he found the bike stolen. Investigating officer Kashmir Singh said a case under Section 379 (theft) of the IPC had been registered. OC MAN NABBED FOR LIQUOR SMUGGLING Nakodar: The Nakodar Sadar police have arrested a person on the charge of smuggling liquor. The suspect has been identified as Amrik, alias Mika, a resident of Mohalla Thathi Uggi village. Investigating officer and Uggi police post in charge Rajinder Kumar said 11 bottles of liquor were seized from his possession. A case under Sections 61, 1 and 14 of the Punjab Excise Act has been registered against the suspect. He was later released on bail. OC NAKODAR POLICE HOLD FLAG MARCH Nakodar: The Nakodar police held a flag march here on Monday. Nakodar Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Sukh Pal Singh said the march was held to create fear among anti-social elements and build confidence among residents about their security. The march was held in the bazaars. Deputy Superintendent of Police and Nakodar Sadar SHO Yadwinder Singh led the march. OC Lights, festivity mark Ram Temple consecration 1.21 lakh diyas lit at Devi Talab Mandir; residents term event historical, burst firecrackers Tribune News Service Jalandhar, January 22 The city resonated with joy and festivity today as all communities came together to celebrate the consecration of Ram Temple in Ayodhya. At the historical Devi Talab Mandir, an awe inspiring display of 1.21 lakh diyas illuminated the surroundings, creating a breathtaking sight. Besides, religious events were held in residential and commercial areas throughout the day. The Ram Chowk, a central gathering point in the city, was decorated beautifully, providing a warm backdrop for the day’s celebrations. Large screens were placed at Phagwara Gate, Company Bagh Chowk, Basti area, Guru Nanak Pura, among other locations, allowing people to witness the live telecast of the consecration ceremony at Ayodhya. Langar was organised at all prominent locations. Several organisations took out bike rallies and processions to mark the day. Besides, the sky was lit up with firecrackers, reflecting the collective joy that permeated the air. As the evening unfolded, people lit diyas at their homes. Residents took part in puja ceremonies dedicated to Lord Rama. Temples also witnessed an influx of devotees, with many expressing sentiments of gratitude and happiness. Ramesh, a local shopkeeper, said: “It’s a day of unity and joy for us. We are lucky to have witnessed this historical event.” Priya, a homemaker, said: “I feel a sense of pride in celebrating the day today. The stories passed down by our elders and the anticipation spanning People watch the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony on a large screen. LARGE SCREENS INSTALLED Large screens were placed at Phagwara Gate, Company Bagh Chowk, Basti area, Guru Nanak Pura, among other locations, allowing people to witness the live telecast of the consecration ceremony at Ayodhya. LANGAR AT PROMINENT LOCATIONS Langar was organised at all prominent locations. Several organisations took out bike rallies and processions to mark the day. As the evening unfolded, people lit diyas at their homes. An illuminated view of Devi Talab Mandir; and (below) devotees light diyas at the temple in Jalandhar on Monday. MALKIAT SINGH & SARABJIT SINGH A langar at Guru Nanak Pura; and (below) people light earthen lamps around a rangoli at Chintpurni temple in Jalandhar. three decades make the occasion even more meaningful. Witnessing people of all religions in the city coming together to celebrate and organise langar stalls was even more Security reviewed ahead of R-Day celebrations in city Cops check security arrangements ahead of Republic Day in Jalandhar. TRIBUNE PHOTO Tribune News Service Jalandhar, January 22 The Jalandhar Police Commissionerate has beefed up security in the city ahead of the Republic Day celebrations. SS Srivastava, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Security, Punjab, and Swapan Sharma, Commissioner of Police, conducted a thorough review of the security arrangements in the city. They visited Guru Gobind Singh Stadium where district-level R-Day celebrations will be held. The officials also reviewed the seating arrangements inside the stadium. The Police Commissioner said elaborate security arrangements had been made in the city in the wake ARRANGEMENTS IN PLACE ■ Security has already been beefed up and the police will cordon off the entire area around the venue. ■ Around 2,000 cops will be deployed to keep a strict vigil in the city. ■ CCTV cameras have been installed to keep a regular check in and around the stadium. ■ As many as 31 red naka points and 31 city sealing points have been established for maximum security. of the R-Day celebrations. Security had already been beefed up and the police would cordon off the entire area around the venue. He said around 2,000 police officials would be deployed to keep a strict vigil in the city. CCTV cameras had been installed to keep a regular check in and around the stadium. In addition, 31 red naka points and 31 city sealing points had been estab- lished for maximum security. Meanwhile, both officials inspected all venues where flag hoisting would be done in the city. They said patrolling parties of the police were keeping a roundthe-clock vigil in the city. The officials also visited Devi Talab Mandir here and checked security arrangements. Sharma said a strict vigil was being kept to maintain law and order in the city. Phagwara: The consecration of Ram Temple at Ayodhya was celebrated with fervour and devotion on Monday. Several temples, including Shri Hanuman Garhi, Shri Bala Ji Dham, Mandir Chorra Khuh, Shri Geeta Mandir, Pathshala Hadi- Full dress rehearsal to be held tomorrow 5 of snatchers’ gang land in police dragnet Jalandhar, January 22 Deputy Commissioner Vishesh Sarangal today held a meeting to review and finalise the arrangements for the Republic Day celebrations. Sarangal took stock of the preparations and gave directions to officials for making foolproof arrangements. He said Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema would unfurl the National Flag at Guru Gobind Singh Stadium. A full dress rehearsal would be held at the stadium on January 24. He said the contingents of the BSF CRPF Armed Police, , , PAP Punjab Police, NCC, , Home Guards, Girls’ Guides and Scouts would be part of the march past. A PT show would also be exhibited by students. Students of various schools and colleges of the district would perform cultural items. Tableaux on different themes would also be part of the event. The DC also asked the officials to make requisite arrangements for traffic diversion, parking of vehicles, security arrangements and other facilities during the Republic Day function. He directed the Municipal Corporation to ensure proper cleanliness around the venue. Further, he asked the Health Department to depute medical teams along with medicines and permanent ambulance to facilitate the people during the event. He also asked the PSPCL to ensure uninterrupted power supply during the celebrations. 13 mobile phones, weapons, 2 two-wheelers recovered from their possession heartwarming experience.” Langar, processions held in Phagwara c m y b abad and Shiv Mandir Pacca Bagh, in Phagwara were decorated and lamps lit at homes and shops in Phagwara, Nakodar, Phillaur, Goraya, Nurmahal, Banga and Goraya. Huge enthusiasm was witnessed in these towns with more than a hundred langars being organised by different political, social and religious organisations. Shri Ram Sharnam head Ram Krishan Sood organised Amrit Bani Path. Huge processions were taken out yesterday and today at many places in these towns and cities. Continued on page 2 rickshaw near Sammipur village. The suspects were carrying 4 datars (sharp weapons). The suspects threatened them with weapons and fled with a mobile phone. A case under Sections 379B, 341, 506, 148 and 149 of the IPC was registered against the suspects. During investigation, the police arrested five persons - Sahil Kumar, a resident of Nahla Colony; Jaiveer, a resident of Gakhla; Lovepreet, a resident of Guru Nanak Mohalla, Jalandhar; Nikhil, a resident of Kot Sadik; and Vansh, a resident of Kot Sadik. The police said one of the suspects, Mohit, was yet to be arrested. Further investigations were on in the case. 3 held for loot bid, weapons seized Middle-aged man found dead in auto Tribune News Service Jalandhar, January 22 A middle-aged man was found dead under mysterious circumstances near Tanda Adda gate here late last night. The body was found inside an auto parked near the Tanda Adda gate. Tribune News Service Jalandhar, January 22 The police claimed to have arrested five members of a gang who used to carry out thefts and snatchings. The police recovered 13 mobile phones, four datars, an Activa scooter and a motorcycle from their possession. Both vehicles were without registration numbers. The police said a team was patrolling near Adda Dhaliwal Kadian. Dinesh Kumar, a resident of Basti Sheikh, Jalandhar, told the police that he, along with his sister and uncle, Jalandhar, January 22 The police claimed to have arrested three persons for attempting to loot a money exchange office on the Kothi road, Nawanshahr. The police also recovered weapons from their possession. The suspects have been identified as Gagandeep Singh (32), Vijay Kumar (28) and Atam Singh (32), all from Nawanshahr. While Gagandeep Singh has done diploma in Computers (IT), Vijay and Atam are drivers. A case under Section 398 of the IPC has been regis- The police said one of the suspects is yet to be arrested. was going to Nakodar on an e-rickshaw. Three motorcycle-borne miscreants came in front of the e- The suspects in Nawanshahr police custody on Monday. TRIBUNE PHOTO tered against the suspects. They were arrested from near the fire brigade office, Nawanshahr. The police said after they got information about the incident on January 20, they started searching for the suspects. The police also checked the footage of CCTV cameras to get clue about the suspects. Cops suspect no foul play, body yet to be identified A passerby saw a man lying unconscious in the auto and informed the police control room about it. After getting information, a team from the Division No. 8 police station Continued on page 2
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