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NACO continues to falter with
ARV drug supply
Chandigarh, April 18 The stock sent to several centres, including Chandigarh, however, exhausted again today, leaving people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHAs) high and dry. Their treatment has been suffering for more than two months due to NACO’s inability to secure regular supply of the drug-something which is critical for a patient’s health. Irregularity in supply discourages drug adherence which then causes the HIV virus to develop resistance. The out-of-stock drug type is administered to PLHAs who are above 60 kg in weight. Two of the PLHAs, who had come all the way from Patiala, to get their drug from the PGI today, told The Tribune that the drug supply had been erratic for over two months. “We have been told to buy the drug from the market, even though the law states that first line ART drugs have to be provided free of cost. We barely meet our travel expenses. How are we expected to spend Rs 1200 every month on the drug? The government should be sensitive to our situation. Doctors keep telling us to adhere to drugs and follow a regime. But here is a situation where adherence is suffering due to government’s own lapse.” NACO has been facing problems with the regular supply of Stavudine 40 mg drugs because of delay in the supply order by Bangalore-based pharmaceutical firm Strides. On April 11, when The Tribune contacted NACO, officials had assured regular supply within four days, while stating that emergency stock was being dispatched to meet the exigency. The emergency stock is over while the regular supply is yet to be restored. “It’s a health crisis, but we can’t do anything about it. We have sent reminders, e-mails but streamlining the supply is not in our hands. It’s entirely NACO’s responsibility. We hope the crisis gets averted,” said a senior HIV expert based at Chandigarh. |
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Panel to hold camps in 10 villages
Chandigarh, April 18 At the first meeting of the committee, convened at Ropar by the deputy commissioner Alok Shekhar, it was decided that special medical camps would be organised in 10 villages. |
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Speaking Out India’s failure to secure the bid to host the 2014 Asian Games has disappointed sports enthusiasts as well as officials across the country. Lack of proper homework was the reason behind the loss to South Korea is what local sports officials feel, writes Akash Ghai
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Manan’s double ton secures
victory for city
Chandigarh, April 18 Manan scored 210 off 239 balls on the first day of the two-day match. According to sources, Manan, who is below 14 years, is the second player to achieve this feat. Before him, cricket star Yuvraj Singh, had slammed a double ton. Earlier, Chandigarh, which decided to bat first after winning the toss, piled up 442 runs for 9 in the allotted 95 overs. Manan consolidated the innings along with Naveen Dhiman (89) and Shubam (56). Shamul Rathi remained unbeaten for 45. For Amritsar, Kunal Passi (4 for 97) and Vinay (4 for 137) were the most successful bowlers. At the end of the day, Amritsar was batting at 7 for 1 in 3 overs. |
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Special children’s day out
Chandigarh, April 18 The match was held by the institute on behalf of ‘Special Olympics Bharat.' Nine teams from Bhavan Vidyalaya, Sadhna Vocational School and Asha School, Chandi Mandir, participated in 'Bocce', a game specially designed for mentally challenged children. Displaying high spirits and enthusiasm, the team of Bhavan Vidyalya and Asha won two matches each. To boost the special players, prizes were given to all participants along with refreshment. “We have been conducting such events to provide exposure, a feeling of ability to do something and to bring self-confidence in these children”, said an official of the institute. |
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Parnav scripts Cricket Academy win
Chandigarh, April 18 Batting first, Vivek scored 107 for 8 in the allotted 25 overs. Harjot (25) and Shuvam (18) were the main batsmen. Sandeep took two wickets for 13, followed by Sanjog who claimed one for 22. In reply, the Sector 16 academy made 108 for 5 in 23 overs with the help of a 35-run-knock by Parnav. Harshad snapped two wickets conceding 16 runs. The Sector 16 academy won by 5 wickets and reached the finals which will be played on April 27.
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Phoolka joint commissioner
Chandigarh, April 18 Another PCS officer, Parminder Pal Singh has been posted as assistant commissioner, municipal corporation (an additional officer). Also, PCS officer Hargunjit Kaur has been posted as the land acquisition officer, relieving I.S. Sandhu of his additional charge. |
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Hoardings removed
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Losing the Asian Games bid is definitely shocking news for the Indian sports fraternity. In my view, besides Delhi, IOA officials should have projected other cities like Chandigarh and Hyderabad as well to host the Asian Games. As these cities have international-level sports infrastructure, so bringing forward these cities would definitely have had some positive effect, besides giving a wide perspective of the sports scenario in India.
We should ponder over the reasons behind the failure. Though South Korea is a small country, it has better sports paraphernalia than our country. Before facing such a tough contender, we should have done our homework properly. These are the opportunities where we can present our real picture to the world. The concerned authorities as well as government machinery should take concrete steps to develop sports across the country.
Losing the chance to hold the prestigious Asian Games is a setback for us. Hosting such events not only attracts the attention of the world, but also helps in expediting the overall progress of the country. Delhi, undoubtedly, has a large sports infrastructure, but the authorities should develop other cities as well and their names should also be highlighted in projecting India as a big sports nation.
In my opinion, the Indian Olympics Association officials should have proposed the names of three to four cities, instead of only New Delhi. The organisers (OCA) of such games always want new infrastructure and arrangements for the participant countries. Delhi has hosted the Asian Games twice and will host the Commonwealth Games in 2010. Finalising Delhi as the host for the 2014 Asian Games was totally wrong.