India This Week ~ November 4, 2022
India This Week ~ November 4, 2022
India This Week - November 4, 2022
Summary:
135 people were reported dead and several injured after a cable bridge collapsed in Gujarat's Morbi area. Rescue operations are ongoing, with Garud Commandos from the Air Force and other agencies involved. The state government announced the formation of a committee to implement the Uniform Civil Code, a proposal to apply personal laws to all citizens equally. In another incident, heroic actions of a youth saved around 60 lives during the Morbi bridge collapse, with search and rescue operations ongoing. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting to review the situation and emphasized the need for an extensive inquiry and implementation of key learnings.
At the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Maryland, Diwali and New Year celebrations took place with various dignitaries attending the event. Diwali, known as the festival of lights, was also celebrated at the White House and by Vice President Kamala Harris. The temple offered an Annkut with thousands of devotees participating in the festivities. The temple is part of the BAPS sect of Hinduism with followers worldwide, including in the USA.
Additionally, a family haircut service was advertised, and Nina Aanchal Jewelers Boutique offered a range of jewelry and fashion items. The tragic Morbi bridge collapse incident resulted in the loss of lives, with authorities conducting rescue operations and investigations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the site and emphasized the importance of staying in touch with affected families and conducting a detailed inquiry. The meeting discussed implementing key learnings from the incident.
