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Port Blair: Chairman of the Campaign Committee of the Andaman and Nicobar Pradesh Congress Committee (ANTCC), TSG Bhasker , has urged the Andaman and Nicobar Administration to take immediate steps to address what he described as a shortage and abnormal increase in the prices of essential commodities across the Islands. In a letter addressed to the Director, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs , Bhasker said prices of several essential commodities had increased significantly over the past few months, placing an additional financial burden on consumers. According to Bhasker, the increase has affected a wide range of items, including grains, sugar, cooking oil, vegetables, fruits, other perishable goods, medicines, household necessities and appliances . Potato prices cited as example Highlighting what he described as the severity of the situation, Bhasker said the price of potato had reportedly reached as high as ₹180 per kg . He said such increases were particularly affecting mi...

  Sri Vijaya Puram | August 31, 2026 Congress political leader Shri TSG Bhasker has raised serious concerns over the ongoing shortage of flight services to and from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands , highlighting the impact of reduced connectivity and rising airfares on tourism, local businesses, e-commerce and patients travelling to the mainland . Speaking during a press interaction, Bhasker described the situation as unprecedented, claiming that even during the COVID-19 period , the Islands had not witnessed such a prolonged disruption in air connectivity. “Even during COVID, we had not seen a situation like this.” He pointed to the limited number of flights currently operating and the sharp rise in airfares, arguing that the consequences are being felt across the wider Island economy . Tourism Industry Under Pressure According to TSG Bhasker, reduced flight services are directly affecting the tourism sector. He said the impact extends beyond hotels and tourism operato...

  Tugapur | August 27, 2026 Shri TSG Bhasker , Chairman, TSG Charitable Foundation , visited the Primary Health Centre (PHC), Tugapur , where he met admitted patients and enquired about their health and the treatment being provided to them. During the visit, Shri TSG Bhasker also interacted with the doctors and medical staff and held discussions regarding the facilities and healthcare services available at the PHC. The visit focused on understanding the condition of patients and taking stock of the medical facilities and services being provided at the health centre. Shri TSG Bhasker was accompanied by Shri Alagar Swamy , Adhyaksh, Zilla Parishad, North & Middle Andaman; Shri K.K. Sikder , former Zilla Parishad Member, Tugapur; Shri Ganesh , former Zilla Parishad Member; Shri Prakash Mondal , Pradhan, Uttara Panchayat ; Shri Vadivelu , PRI Member; and Shri P.T. Paul , social worker. The visit highlighted the importance of regular engagement with healthcare institutions an...

TSG Bhasker provided financial assistance to two economically disadvantaged patients who require specialized medical treatment outside the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Sri Vijaya Puram, June 21: Continuing his humanitarian initiatives, Shri TSG Bhasker , Chairman of the TSG Charitable Foundation , extended financial assistance to two economically disadvantaged patients requiring specialized medical treatment outside the Andaman and Nicobar Islands . One of the beneficiaries, a resident of Sitanagar in Diglipur , is suffering from a serious eye disorder and has been referred to a mainland medical facility for advanced treatment. The second beneficiary, a resident of South Point , is undergoing treatment for a kidney-related ailment and requires further specialized medical care in Chennai . Recognizing the financial challenges faced by the patients and their families, Shri Bhasker provided monetary assistance to support their treatment and travel-related expenses. While handing over the...

Shri TSG Bhasker, Chairman of the Campaign Committee of the Andaman & Nicobar Territorial Congress Committee (ANTCC), undertook an extensive three-day visit to several flood-affected areas across North and Middle Andaman to assess the damage caused by recent heavy rains and flooding. The visit covered multiple villages and settlements between Kadamtala and Mayabunder, where Shri Bhasker reviewed the ground situation and interacted with residents affected by the floods. During the visit, he met affected families, visited inundated households and listened to firsthand accounts of the difficulties being faced by local residents. He assured the affected people that the Congress party stands with them during this challenging period and would raise their concerns before the appropriate authorities. As part of the tour, Shri Bhasker also met the Assistant Commissioner of Rangat and held discussions regarding immediate relief measures, rehabilitation efforts and the need for timely assista...