John Wilbert

Another Guinness World Record! Andaman & Nicobar creates the Tallest Underwater Human Stack (22.3 m) at Swaraj Dweep with 14 divers. Led by Lieutenant Governor Admiral D.K. Joshi, showcasing Skill, Unity & National Pride. #GuinnessWorldRecord #Andaman #Nicobar #India #DiveAndaman

Proud moment for Andaman & Nicobar Islands! A Guinness World Record achieved for hosting the largest Indian flag in the sea at Radhanagar Beach, Swaraj Dweep. LG Admiral D.K. Joshi hailed the spirit & teamwork. #GuinnessWorldRecord #India #Andaman #Nicobar #Havelock

Andaman and Nicobar Police launched Operation SEA SENTINEL in Nicobar, apprehending 11 Myanmarese poachers with support from Indian Coast Guard & Army. Vessel seized and 800 kg sea cucumbers recovered, protecting marine ecosystem.

Govt increases commercial LPG allocation to 50% of pre-crisis levels from Mar 23. Extra 20% prioritised for hotels, dhabas, canteens & food units. Mandatory OMC registration & PNG readiness for eligibility. Ensures supply while promoting cleaner energy transition. #LPG #Gas #Fuel

Kavinder Gupta (Himachal Pradesh), Vinai Kumar Saxena (Ladakh LG) & Taranjit Singh Sandhu (Delhi LG). Appointments take effect upon assumption of charge. #TamilNadu #Delhi #WestBengal #ladakh #HimachalPradesh #Telangana #Nagaland #Bihar

President of India accepts the resignation of C. V. Ananda Bose as Governor of West Bengal. New Appointment: Shiv Pratap Shukla (Telangana), Jishnu Dev Varma (Maharashtra), Nand Kishore Yadav (Nagaland), Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Syed Ata Hasnain (Bihar), R. N. Ravi (West Bengal),

A major fire broke out at the bitumen heating plant of Mohan Mutha Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., Sundargarh, Baratang on Sunday. Fire Station Baratang responded at 3:49 PM & controlled the blaze within 30 minutes using foam & DCP. No injuries reported; property worth ₹80 lakh saved.

Fire Station Baratang responded at 8:40 PM after a tree fell under HT lines, blocking an ambulance carrying a Pawan Hans #Helicopter Crash victim. Using chain saws & safety gear, the team cleared the road in 20 mins, managed electrical risk & ensured safe passage to Port Blair.

A Pawan Hans helicopter made an emergency landing/crash near Mayabunder this morning. 5 passengers, including a child, were onboard. All passengers and the pilot are safe with minor injuries and were shifted to hospital with help from local fishermen & police. Details awaited.

Surrounded by oceans yet dependent on scarce freshwater, A&N Islands face rising water stress. APWD’s Water Concert ‘Every Drop Counts’ spread awareness on conservation, rainwater harvesting & responsible use because “Jab Jal Rahega Tabhi Kal Rahega.” #SaveWater #EveryDropCounts

Animal Welfare Fortnight 2026 (Jan 14–30) concluded successfully in A&N Islands with health camps, school awareness, Mattu Pongal celebrations, Pet Walks & vaccination drives- promoting compassion, responsible care & harmony with animals. #AnimalWelfare #Pongal

HVADA, Directorate of Agriculture deputed 19 farmers/SHGs from A&N Islands for a 6-day training on Post-Harvest Management & Value Addition of Banana at ICAR–NRCB, Trichy. Focus on value addition, entrepreneurship & income enhancement. #Agriculture #FarmerTraining #ValueAddition

World Wetlands Day 2026 was celebrated by the Wildlife Division, Sri Vijaya Puram, engaging Students from MES Sr. Sec. School & St. Mary’s Sr. Sec. School. Sessions, Slogan writing & Painting highlighted wetlands, Biodiversity & Traditional knowledge. #WorldWetlandsDay #Wetland

Top management of M/s DivyaSree Tarbus Builders Pvt. Ltd., LoA winners for Long Island & Aves Island 5-Star luxury projects, called on Hon’ble Lt. Governor Admiral D.K. Joshi at Lok Niwas. Timelines discussed; UT assured full support to boost high-end tourism. #Andaman #Tourism

#Andaman And Nicobar Veer Savarkar International Airport, Sri Vijaya Puram, wins Best Airport handling <5 million passengers at #WingsIndia2026. A true lifeline for the Islands, showcasing excellence in service, cleanliness & connectivity.

Tragic news from Maharashtra. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others lost their lives in a plane crash near Baramati while en route for public meetings. A huge loss to public life. Condolences to the bereaved families. #Maharashtra @AjitPawarSpeaks

₹199.24 cr approved for a Smart & Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder under #PMMSY with 100% Central support The #BluePort initiative will boost livelihoods, create jobs, enable safe & tech-enabled fishing and strengthen the #BlueEconomy. #Andaman #ViksitBharat

National Voters’ Day marked with a UT-level Padyatra in Sri Vijaya Puram by MY Bharat, inspiring ethical voting & youth participation. MP Bishnu Pada Ray graced the event; first-time, Divyang & senior voters were felicitated. #NationalVotersDay #MyBharatMyVote #SVEEP #Andaman

NCC Cadets from across India attending SNIC-26 (12–23 Jan) in A&N Islands, along with Comm. S Raghav & ANOs, called on Hon’ble Lt Governor Admiral D K Joshi (Retd.) at Lok Niwas, Sri Vijaya Puram, strengthening national integration & unity. #NCC #SNIC26 #Andaman @HQ_DG_NCC