PM highlights Manipuri man's effort to resolve electricity problem through solar energy
New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted a Manipuri man's effort to bring electricity to his remote village, describing how he found the solution in solar power that brought light to hundreds of houses in the area.
Talking about Shriram Moirangthem in his monthly radio address 'Mann Ki Baat', Prime Minister Modi said the 40-year-old man has once again proved true the old saying 'where there is a will, there is a way' when he resolved the major electricity problem in his area in Manipur.
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To overcome the challenge of ensuring a regular supply of electricity, Moirangthem focused on local solutions. "In our Manipur, it is anyway easy to generate solar energy. So, Moirangthem started a campaign to install solar panels and on account of this campaign, today solar power has reached hundreds of houses in his area," the prime minister said.
Modi said the special thing is that Moirangthem has used solar power to improve health care and livelihood.
"Today, owing to his efforts, many health centres in Manipur are also getting solar power. The women of Manipur have also benefited a lot from this endeavour. Local fishermen and artists have also been helped through this," he said.
The prime minister also talked about his government's flagship programme to provide solar power to households. He said that under the 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana', the government is providing approximately Rs 75,000 to Rs 80,000 to each beneficiary family for installing solar panels.
"While Moirangthem's efforts are personal, they are giving new impetus to every campaign related to solar power. I extend my best wishes to him through 'Mann Ki Baat'," he said.
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Ayurveda student dies by suicide
Chitradurga (Karnataka) (PTI): An Ayurvedic student allegedly died by suicide in Holalkere town after being distressed over defamatory rumours linking her to a lecturer, police sources said on Thursday.
According to police, the student was reportedly upset over false allegations spread by some individuals about her having a relationship with a faculty member.
"The victim was deeply affected by the defamation and is suspected to have taken the extreme step due to mental distress caused by such rumours," police sources said.
Police said the student left behind a death note before hanging herself in her house on Wednesday. She has explained the reasons behind her decision.
"The note contains references to certain individuals, including a faculty member, and mentions alleged harassment by some students. It also indicates that action should be taken against those responsible," sources added.
Based on the contents of the death note, a case has been registered at the Holalkere police station.
"We are examining the allegations mentioned in the note, including the source of the defamatory campaign and whether the victim was subjected to mental harassment. The role of all those named is being verified," police sources said.
Family members told police that the student had not shared any such issues earlier and that the incident came as a shock.
In his statement, the victim's brother said, "If something like this has happened, there must be some serious issue. But she never shared anything about it. We don't understand what exactly led to this. She used to tell us everything, and never appeared disturbed. This sudden decision has surprised us."
He further stated that a complaint has been lodged and all relevant materials, including the death note, have been submitted to the police.
Police said further investigation is underway.
(Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the state’s health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS 14416.)
