KHATIMA NEWS
Almora
Only 551 of 1738 registered voters participated in the Pali-Thauli area panchayat bypoll in Bhikiyasen block, Almora, producing a 31.72% turnout. 6 candidates are contesting the vacant seat, with results scheduled for 14 October. The outcome is also expected to influence political activity surrounding the Bhikiyasen block chief election.
Almora
Residents of Sannen village in Almora’s Bhikiyasen block have warned of an election boycott unless long-standing water and electricity problems are resolved. They are seeking approval for a drinking-water scheme linked to the Dhoondhara source and a power connection from the Jaalali electricity centre, saying repeated complaints have produced no lasting action.
Almora
A leopard killed a cow belonging to Ghanshyam Rikhari while it was grazing near a house in Rikhari village during the day. Villagers in several nearby villages say leopard attacks have created continuing fear and that several animals have already been killed. They have informed the Forest Department’s Chanthariya range and sought a cage to capture the animal.
Almora
The Youth Welfare Department has opened an assembly-level Sports Mahakumbh in Bhikiyasen, Almora, with MLA Dr Pramod Nainwal formally inaugurating the event. He said sporting activities help young people build discipline, confidence, leadership skills and team spirit, while local representatives and officials attended the opening programme.
