Russia sends special Coffee Table Book as a token of friendship to Chandigarh

Chandigarh, December 31:- A special Coffee Table Book has been received from Russia as a symbol of the strong and growing friendship between India and Russia. The title of the book, in the Russian language, translates to “Friendship” in Hindi and reflects the enduring bilateral relationship between the two nations.

This Coffee Table Book is published annually to commemorate and celebrate the longstanding friendship, cultural cooperation, and mutual goodwill between India and Russia. This year, the book has been specially sent as a gift for the Mayor, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh, in recognition of her contributions and international engagement.

It is noteworthy that the Mayor has already been conferred with an international award, which was well acknowledged by the Russian representatives. In appreciation of this achievement and the strengthening ties, the book has been presented as a token of appreciation and goodwill.

The gesture signifies that the relationship extends beyond national ties and also highlights the growing cordial relations between Russia and the city of Chandigarh. It reflects Chandigarh’s increasing global presence and recognition on international platforms.

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Unauthorised vending to invite Police Action; MC Steps Up Enforcement Drive

Chandigarh, December 31:- In a bid to ensure smooth pedestrian movement and maintain civic order, the Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh has intensified its action against unauthorised and illegal street vending across the city.

The Enforcement wing has recorded that a large number of vendors are illegally occupying footpaths, pavements and public passages by placing stalls, rehris and tables, resulting in inconvenience to pedestrians and disruption of public movement. It has further been observed that during enforcement and anti-encroachment drives, some of these vendors create disturbances, obstruct official duties and, at times, resort to abusive behaviour and physical altercations, leading to law and order concerns.

Such illegal vending activities have been found predominantly in Sectors 15, 17, 19, 22, 41 and Manimajra. Despite repeated challans and seizure of vending material by the Enforcement Branch, these vendors continue to resume unauthorised vending, showing disregard for civic regulations.

To address this issue firmly, the Municipal Corporation has directed the Chandigarh Police to register cases against illegal and unauthorised vendors under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, on receipt of complaints from the Municipal Corporation, citizens or otherwise.

At the same time, the Engineering Wing of the Municipal Corporation has been instructed to strengthen civic infrastructure within designated vending zones by ensuring proper lighting, adequate water supply, installation of paver blocks and clear demarcation of vending sites for registered street vendors, enabling lawful and organised vending.

The Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh has appealed to citizens to support this initiative, which aims to enhance civic amenities, ensure public convenience and enforce compliance with municipal laws in the interest of the city.

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