Jan Marg News Today

Thanks to the apathy of the Chandigarh Administration as it failed to adhere to the repeated guidelines of National Green Tribunal (NGT) that the untreated water should not enter at any cost in any seasonal streams passing through the city and finally immersed into the Ghaggar river.

Chandigarh Police Tourist Advisory: In a proactive move to streamline the experience for tourists visiting Sukhna Lake, Rock Garden, and Bird Park, the Chandigarh Police has issued a comprehensive advisory along with designated parking areas for the convenience of visitors.

The shuttle bus service will be available from 11 am to 8 pm on weekends and public holidays. The bus service charge was fixed at Rs 10 for a round trip.

Those who availed the services, said they were not aware of it and only came to know about it after reaching Sukhna Lake.

Sources in the UT traffic police said that the recommendations were sent to the UT engineering wing for constructing a cycle track in at least two meetings of road safety committee recently.

Power supply remained disrupted for hours as late-night dust storm uprooted trees and caused damage to electricity poles and wires in several parts of the tricity.

The minister was in Chandigarh to inaugurate the Air Force Heritage Museum and other projects on Monday.

The exhibition showcases 42 photographs by Prof Rajnish Wattas, former principal of Chandigarh College of Architecture and eminent author-photographer. The pictures feature beautiful city trees seen during the various seasons, along with basic information.

Cultural events, performances and competitions marked the Day 2 of the three-day Rose Festival at Rose Garden, Sector 16, here today. Punjabi and Bengali musical shows enthralled the audience.

Bearing the brunt of monsoon rain, several stretches of cycle tracks are crying for attention. Potholes and uneven surface have forced cyclists to risk their lives and ride on the main road rather than the dedicated cycle tracks. At some places, the entire stretch has been damaged.