ABOUT LAKSHADWEEP
“Lakshadweep, the group of 36 islands is known for its exotic and sun-kissed beaches and lush green landscape. The name Lakshadweep in Malayalam and Sanskrit means ‘a hundred thousand islands’. “
India’s smallest Union Territory Lakshadweep is an archipelago consisting of 36 islands with an area of 32 sq km. It is a uni-district Union Territory and comprises of 12 atolls, three reefs, five submerged banks and ten inhabited islands. The islands have a total area of 32 sq km. The capital is Kavaratti and it is also the principal town of the UT. All Islands are 220 to 440 km away from the coastal city of Kochi in Kerala, in the emerald Arabian Sea. The natural landscapes, the sandy beaches, abundance of flora and fauna and the absence of a rushed lifestyle enhance the mystique of Lakshadweep.
Only BSNL and Airtel provides telecommunication services to Lakshadweep Islands. BSNL provides connectivity in all 10 inhabited islands where as Airtel provides connectivity to Kavaratti and Agatti islands.
The entry to Lakshadweep islands is restricted. One requires an entry permit issued by Lakshadweep Administration to visit these islands.
WHAT'S NEW
- LDCL- Requirement of Chief Engineer(Civil)(On Deputation)
- Disposal of Unserviceable items
- LDCL- Requirement of Marine Superintendent(On Contract basis)
- DHS,Kvt-Selection List of Assistant Professor
- LDCL- Requirement of Marine Superintendent(On Deputation)
- Tenders Floated -E tenders are invited for Loading/unloading & Stevedoring and other works of ships owned or chartered by the UTLA
- Republication of Notification regarding appointment of the Chief Electoral Officer, Lakshadweep; Notification regarding Order under Section 30 of the Police Act, 1861; and affidavits regarding name change received from individuals. VOL. LXI, No. 51,
- DHS,NHM,Kvt- Selection of candidates for the contract posts
- Empanelment of additional Boat Building Yard in addition to the 5 BBYs already empanelled for the construction of Marine FRP Deep Sea Fishing Vessels under PMMSY
- Department of Fisheries invites e-Tender for the Supply and Installation of 5 TPD Direct Expansion (DX) Block Ice Plant with 5 Ton Capacity Cold Storage Unit at Kiltan Island, Union Territory of Lakshadweep, under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
- Department of Fisheries invites e-tender for the Supply of 39 no’s of Pneumatic Boat Launching Inflatable Air Bags and 10 no’s of Heavy-Duty High Pressure Air Compressors
- Tender Notice- Construction and Supply of One number 10 meter (approximate) FRP patrolling speed vessel
- DHS,NHM- Application inviting for the post of Clinical Psychologist
- Corrigendum Notice
- NIT-FRP Repair Works
Glimpses of Photos
SHe-Box - Online complaint management system
PUBLIC UTILITIES
EVENTS
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G20 Programme 21/09/2023 - 30/09/2033
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Walkthrough video 22/09/2023 - 30/09/2033
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Launching Ceremony of Covid Vaccination for School Children 15-18 years 23/09/2023 - 30/09/2033
Helpline
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ArogyaSetu IVRS - 1921
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Child Helpline - 1098
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Women Helpline - 1091
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Ambulance -102, 108
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Fire and Rescue - 101
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PDS Grievances - 1967
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Electricity Grievances - 04896-263709
TENDERS
- Disposal of Unserviceable items
- Tenders Floated -E tenders are invited for Loading/unloading & Stevedoring and other works of ships owned or chartered by the UTLA
- Department of Fisheries invites e-Tender for the Supply and Installation of 5 TPD Direct Expansion (DX) Block Ice Plant with 5 Ton Capacity Cold Storage Unit at Kiltan Island, Union Territory of Lakshadweep, under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
- Department of Fisheries invites e-tender for the Supply of 39 no’s of Pneumatic Boat Launching Inflatable Air Bags and 10 no’s of Heavy-Duty High Pressure Air Compressors
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