In a proactive measure to manage the large influx of candidates participating in the ongoing Territorial Army (TA) recruitment rally in Pithoragarh, the district administration has announced the temporary closure of all schools within the area. This decision, prompted by a significant rise in candidates from neighboring Uttar Pradesh, aims to provide adequate accommodation for those attending the rally.
The recruitment event commenced on November 12 and is scheduled to run until November 27. It is taking place across three locations: Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand, Sagar in Madhya Pradesh, and Danapur in Bihar. The objective of the rally is to fill a total of 340 vacancies within the Territorial Army, a crucial component of India’s defense framework.
Authorities have indicated that the rally is accessible to candidates from various states, including Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Uttarakhand. To ensure the smooth functioning of the event, District Magistrate Vinod Goswami shared that facilities are being arranged for the candidates, including lodging options.
Furthermore, the district supply officer is working to establish food points around the town, offering reasonably priced meals for the participants. In addition to these amenities, mobile toilets have been installed and adequate dustbins placed throughout the area to uphold hygiene standards during the rally.
To maintain law and order during the event, Superintendent of Police Rekha Yadav announced that approximately 70 police personnel have been deployed throughout Pithoragarh. Their presence is aimed at ensuring a safe and orderly environment for the candidates as they navigate the recruitment process.
With these preparations in place, local authorities are focused on creating a supportive atmosphere that facilitates the recruitment efforts while addressing the needs of the candidates.