Chief Secretary Visits Great Nicobar Island; Will Visit Indira Point Today

Tarun Karthick

Port Blair, 10 February 2023

Chief Secretary, A & N Administration, Mr. Keshav Chandra, IAS, who is on five days tour to Southern Group of Islands, reached Campbell Bay on 9th February 2023. On arrival at Campbell Bay Helipad, the Chief Secretary was warmly welcomed by the PRIs, Officers of different Departments, and others. He was accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner, Nicobars, Mr. Yash Chaudhary, IAS, SP Nicobars, Mr. Manjeet, IPS.

During the visit, the Chief Secretary visited Govt. Senior Secondary School, Campbell Bay, and interacted with the students and teachers. The students displayed various art & craft models prepared by them, and the Chief Secretary appreciated their creativity.

The Chief Secretary visited Primary Health Centre and interacted with the doctors and paramedical staff. He enquired about the functioning of the PHC and the facilities available there.

The Chief Secretary also visited Anganwadi Centre and interacted with Anganwadi Workers, mothers and children present at the center. 

The Chief Secretary also inspected the Power House and interacted with the Engineers and staff of the Electricity Department manning the Power House and urged them to ensure an uninterrupted power supply. 

The Chief Secretary also met with local representatives and PRIs at Campbell Bay Guest House. He also urged the concerned officials to redress residents’ grievances on a priority.

The Chief Secretary also visited Health and Wellness Center, Chingen Basti, Campbell Bay, and interacted with the staff.

Today, the Chief Secretary is scheduled to visit Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve and Indira Point.