The capital has witnessed a two-day expo and conference on the Logistics and Transport sectors on the theme — Rediscovering India’s Logistic Sector: Efficiency, Costs and Technology. The expo was organised by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, India (CILT India) in association with Exhibitions India Group at the National Rail Museum in New Delhi. It was supported by the Union Ministries of Commerce and Industry, Railways, Shipping, Road Transport and Highways, and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
On the occasion of 70th anniversary of the Constitution of India, Samvidhan Diwas, a cultural programme was organised. SB Shashank, director of Women and Child Development, along with other senior officials, chairperson and members of Child Welfare committee graced the event. The programme commenced with the lighting of lamps by director, WCD. Thereafter, the preamble was read out followed by various cultural programmes. Shashank explained the residents, the role of constitution and importance of this day.
National Cadet Corps (NCC), celebrated its 71st Raising Day. The function was marked by paying homage to the martyrs at the National War Memorial. The defence secretary, Dr Ajay Kumar and DG NCC Lt General Rajeev Chopra, AVSM, laid wreaths on behalf of the entire NCC fraternity. This year, the NCC cadets have contributed in the relief operations carried out during the Maharashtra, Odisha, Bihar and Kerala floods. They also participated in swachhta abhiyan, swachhta cycle rally, mega pollution pakhwada and played a pivotal role in spreading awareness about various government initiatives. The multifaceted activities and varied curriculum of NCC provides unique opportunities to youth for self development.