God’s Own land Kerala: Worst Flood Of Century

Kerala is often referred to as God’s own country – A poem in green and gold. ‘God’s Own Country. This beautiful land is rightly called the paradise, given to its lush green scenic landscapes and crystal clear beaches that will leave you awestruck. Blessed with natural beauty and ecological diversity.

God’s own Land Kerala is facing the worst floods of century which have devastated Kerala the “God’s own land”, killing scores of people and forcing tens of thousands into relief camps.

As per reports --Kerala had inflicted a loss of about Rs 200 billion on the state’s economy.At least 400+people have been killed in flood-related incidents, “Over a million people are in the 1,500 relief camps. The casualty figure is expected to go up.

The floods have damaged hundreds of kilometers of roads and disrupted train and air services. The airport at Kochi, the busiest city in Kerala was closed.

Kerala, God’s Own Country! Who could curse God’s own country? Of course it would have to be man.  The floods in Kerala, the worst since the 99 floods witnessed in 1924, have already claimed nearly 400 lives and lakhs are homeless.

It is a widespread belief in the old generation of Kerala that the cause of this great flood was a major breach of the Mullaperiyar Dam. That is why the flood was so powerful, even at Munnar, and tore apart even a mountain as big as Karinthiri.  

 Old generation in the affected areas of Kerala - who are still alive - is the source of this information. There is no evidence to prove this as Kerala had seen floods even before the construction of the dam.

 "It is astonishing that the Munnar region, located about 6000 feet above the sea level was also submerged under floodwater."

While the 1924 disaster followed an estimated 3,368 mm rainfall across three weeks, the 2018 disaster comes in the wake of just over 2,000 mm of rain since July

The complete place, almost 80 percentage of the place in the Kerala state, is flooded with water. And the water is up to the second-floor level.

It is completely full of water. There is no land to be found. Kerala, Gods Own Country! Who could curse God’s own country? Of course it would have to be man.  

Helicopters and disaster management teams have been battling heavy rains to reach flooded areas of Kerala in order to evacuate people stranded in homes or on rooftops.

The images of Kerala “God’s own land” ,that is facing worst flood of century shows---submerged homes, marooned people,messages pleading for rescue, the stories of old, young and ailing persons, struggling to stay alive are shocking and gruesome beyond belief.

The scale of relief operations gives a sense of the magnitude of the tragic flood disaster. Massive rescue operations underway are witness that—Kerala is facing worst flood of century.

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May God help Kerala in battle of worst flood of century.Any how your believers say “Kerala is God’s own land”.

Written and posted by Engr Maqbool Akram, with the help of reports by various news agencies and photos as available on net with thanks.

Signals your Boss Doesn’t Like You: And You May Be Fired.

Imagine what happens when your boss doesn’t like you. Certainly you are likely to be fired. It is time to analyse whether you are a bad employee or your boss is a bad manager. May be, your Boss will not open his mouth. He will transmit signals that Boss Doesn’t like you, and your job is at risk and you are likely to be fired. You must be wise enough to understand it.

Signals: Your Boss Does't like you

Your strong relations with your boss may make him your strong advocate. However, just because your boss doesn't like, it doesn't mean you to put up him with abuses.

Your boss's impression of you is important, since he or she largely controls the projects you work on and whether you are promoted or fired.

Agreed you  are sincere  towards your job, have a good team sprit  and maintain good relationship with the rest of your team members, but less concerned with developing a strong relationship with your boss. Then it is possible that your Boss may not like you very much.

If you feel that you and your boss have been on strained relations. It is time to set up a meeting to discuss your concerns. Your boss might not say what he or she really thinks.

But if you're still not sure whether your boss is just a bad leader or just don't like you; here are eleven warning signals that your boss has little or no respect for you. It means your Boss Doesn’t like you.

Signals: Your Boss Doesn't like you

(1) Boss is Micromanaging You

One sign that your boss doesn’t like you is, he or she checks up your work before it is due, dictating details that he should trust you to figure out, and generally displaying a lack of confidence that you’ll do your job well. Micromanaging might just be some bosses' work styles, if you feel that Boss is micromanaging, and then your boss might not like you.

(2) Your boss keeps you uninformed

You are part of some projects, and your boss deliberately keeps you out of the loop. Have you ever felt un-informed about important points of a project or not being invited to significant briefings.

You are always informed about critical details from co-workers? It may be because your boss is intentionally keeping things away from you. 

If you notice that boss is friendly with other team members, leaving you it could be a reflection of what your boss thinks of you. Let’s say you only hear from your boss when he needs something from you or there is a scheduled meeting. You’ve tried to have a casual conversation or even just say “hello” in the morning, but boss seems completely disinterested. This too is a signal that your Boss doesn't like you.

(3) Lack of Eye Contact: The body language

Your boss may not look you in the eye or pay attention to you when you're talking. They may also seem more pre-occupied with their phone than your conversation.

When you say “good morning”, are you met with a grunt and no eye contact? It could be a hint to get lost. (On the other hand, if you get an eye roll, that’s a pretty clear sign, he hates you.) It is also possible that he thinks you’re annoying and wants you to go away forever.

Boss Doesn't like You

Their body language can be a sign too: Are they standing with their arms folded and closed off?" This could also involve communication via tech. If they're avoiding your emails or your text messages that could also be a clear indicator that they are not interested in you.

(4) You are turned down for a raise without much explanation.

Turning down your salary raise request isn’t the sign of a problem on its own, since there can be reasons that have nothing to do with you, like budget constraints.

But if your manager values you, he will  explain why he can’t grant the raise, and often explains when you can expect an increase in the future or how to earn one.

(5) They are not concerned with your well being

 This is one more signal that your Boss doesn’t like you. After you are out sick, your boss jumps right into everything he needs you to do without taking few moments  to ask if you are feeling better. When you have to miss work for a personal obligation, he asks if you can skip it or move it to a day that’s more convenient for him.

These are sure fire signals that your boss doesn’t like you and care about how you feel, physically or emotionally, and only cares about things directly related to work. It’s not your boss’s job to be your friend, but they should still care about your well being.

(6) They Ignore or Insult Your Ideas

A boss who doesn’t like you may purposely insult your ideas in meetings in front of others or completely overlook your suggestions. Instead of praising you and giving you credit for your work, a boss that doesn't like you will keep you down making jokes at your suggestions, ideas and work.

(7) Nothing you do is ever right

Is your boss constantly heaping criticism on you? When every other word out of your boss mouth is negative, it may be a sign to start clearing out your desk. Try asking your boss if there is anything you can do to improve your performance. Try incorporating the suggestions, but if nothing changes, you’re just fighting a losing battle.

No matter how good your work is or how much effort you put in, your boss only points out your faults without acknowledging your effort.

On the other hand, a person who respects you will always encourage you and state the positives, along with stating your flaws with a hint of positive reinforcement.

(8) He passes you over for projects

You’ve expressed interest in projects that you think you’re qualified for, but you are never chosen for the role. Instead, your boss takes the lead or gives it to someone else.

Your boss either doesn’t listen when you share your goals, or he hears them but blows you off. This is a sign that your boss doesn’t care about helping you accomplish your goals. It could also be a sign that he doesn’t trust you or thinks you’re qualified to lead the project.

(9) Your boss is being overly critical

No matter how good your work is or how much effort you put in, your boss only points out your faults without acknowledging your effort.

On the other hand, a person who respects you will always encourage you and state the positives, along with stating your flaws with a hint of positive reinforcement.

(10) Your boss doesn't have time for you

Given that everyone today relies on technology to communicate. If your boss doesn't take time out at all to speak to you in person, you should know that you are not held in high regard.

Before jumping to conclusions, ensure whether your boss does this only with you or whether everyone else also gets the same treatment.

(11) You are assigned to menial tasks

A powerful signal that your boss doesn’t like you is: when boss assigns you projects below your standard. Having hard tasks might seem terrifying, but it's one of the best ways for you to grow as an employee, especially when you want to be promoted. You may notice that your boss gives others in your group opportunities to learn and grow, attend training classes and take on more challenging responsibilities.

These eleven Signals are only few among many signals of clear indication that “your Boss Doesn’t like you: And You may be fired very Soon”.

You should therefore ask yourself why you're being singled out in this manner. Make sure none of your actions or words have led to these consequences. Either you are a bad employee or your boss is a bad manager.

My Visit to Village Mirzapur Siya with AMU Aligarh Students of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission.

Travelling does’t mean to cover a long destination:A beach,a hill station ,a religious place ,a historical place or any metro city.It may be any place away from our boundary line. On a journey, we are larger than life. Life is vibrant, we are constantly learning.  I got a chance to visit village Mirzapur Siya with AMU Aligarh students Team of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission.Village Mirzapur Siya is only at a distance of 8 Km from City Aligarh.

A Journey to Village Mirzapur Siya

The occasion was a mission of AMU Aligarh Student’s participation in Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission (SBSI).AMU Aligarh has adopted village Mirzapur (Block Jawan) in Disrtict Aligarh for Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission.I am from an urban based society,so it was a great opportunity for me to study a life and culture of a rural area.

On Way To Village Mirzapur Siya

The journey started from Arts Faculty of AMU Aligarh. Bus crossed Purani chungi leaving behind Jamalpur and Al-Barkat fly over turned left to a road leading to village Mirzapur Siya.

The journey started from Arts Faculty of AMU Aligarh. Bus crossed Purani chungi leaving behind Jamalpur and Al-Barkat fly over turned left to a road leading to village Mirzapur Siya.

On way, after crossing flyover, Anupam Gupta purchased two dozen crispy Kachauris with raita, Aloo ki sabzi and garma garam jalebis. We recharged our energy level from these Kachauris and jalebis. Soothed oily throat with hot tea.On a return journey Momin Ali treated us with Good Day,Monaco biscuits and Britannia's fruit cake.

Team Members in Village Mirzapur Siya

Mirzapur Siya was just a 30 minute drive from the main University campus, the place seems to be an isolated island.On reaching Mirzapur, we found it a sleepy town, away from hustle bustle and noisy life of city.Old and young people were in easy mood lying under shadow.

People of Village Mirzapur are relaxing under a tree shade

 I found some people were busy in smart mobile.Women came out from their houses and peeping. Later they became warm and friendly with all team member students of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission (SBSI). 

A Smart Lady of Village Mirzapur with Smart Mobile

And, I was lost in greenery and tranquillity of green fields.

Green Fields and Meadow in Village Mirzapur 

Mirzapur Siya is a gram Panchayat of Block Jawan. The total geographical area of village is approx. 200 hectares. Mirzapur Siya is a small village having total population of about 2500 and about 250 houses in Mirzapur Siya village.

A village lady carrying fresh water from a Hand pump in Village Mirzapur

Villages hold a mirror to Indian culture and heritage. India’s centuries-long traditions still exist there. Mirzapur Siya is a best example of mix culture of Ganga Jam uni Tahzib. Sound of Azaan and chims of temple too were echoing in air of village.

Kids of Village Mirzapur Siya in Madrasa

There is no doctor and medical facilities in Mirzapur. This gap is often filled by team Doctors of Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College's Resident Doctors Association (RDA).They conduct camps in which free consultation and medicines are provided to patients suffering with various ailments.

AMU Aligarh Students of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission in Primary School of Village Mirzapur Siya

As part of the “Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission (SBSI) programme”, the Students team of AMU Aligarh visited ‘Primary School of village, and residential areas in order to spread awareness about cleanliness, personal hygiene, water conservation, afforestation, sanitation, domestic hygiene and waste management.

The Objective Of The Swachh Bharat Summer Internship

Swachh Bharat Summer Internship programme aims to engage the educated youth across the nation in this cleanliness drive, enhance their skills and introduce them to the sanitation-related work and unify the youngsters in community development work in the rural areas. It will also help in magnifying the mass awareness on the issue of cleanliness and will promote the people’s movement towards Swachh Bharat Mission.

Students of AMU Aligarh spread the message of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in Village Mirzapur of Jawan Block.

The visiting members of AMU Aligarh students team of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission , Momin Ali (Ph.D ELT), Sanjida Parvin (Ph.D English), Sonveer Singh (M. Tech Mechanical), Mirza Anam Beg (B. Ed), Neha Tiwari (B.S.W), Riya Tiwari (B.S.W), Anupam Gupta (B.Sc Hons. Physics), ignited mind of villagers of Mirzapur with importance and need to take care of personal hygiene, open defecation and cleanliness in food.

A Village Man sitting at his small shop

Cleanliness is most important for physical well-being and a healthy environment. It has bearing on public and personal hygiene. It is essential for everyone to learn about cleanliness, hygiene, sanitation and the various diseases that are caused due to poor hygienic conditions. 

A village Lady at her Door

Message with Nukkad Natak, Street  Plays  Music and  Song

AMU Aligarh Students team of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission performed Nukkad Nataks, street plays, mimicry with music, music and dance in school campus and in village.Later they went door to door of village Mirzapur.

 Message through Plantation

The team members of AMU Aligarh Students of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission did plantations of Neem, Gulmohar, Sheesham and jamun at various points as advised by villagers that including a masjid cum madrasa complex and in cremation ground. Team Members explained villagers, benefits of planting trees.

Message through Wall Paintings.

AMU Aligarh Students team of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission members painted many walls paintings at different points of village with message to maintain cleanliness and hygiene by using dust bin for waste materials. Spectacle of Gandhi ji was used as symbol for this message.

Village Women watching Nukkad Natak in village Mirzapur

 Hand Washing and personal Hygiene

AMU Aligarh Students team of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission gave  the message worth repeating — Hand washing is by far the best way to keep us from getting sick and prevent the spread of germs.They practically explained the right method of hand washing. Paper soaps too were distributed among them by Head mistress of school.

Message of brooming as a part of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

AMU Aligarh Students team of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission illustrated by self sweeping the roads, lanes and by-lanes of the village, to know them the importance of cleanliness

, and Hygiene. One of the first signs of a well managed place —is its level of cleanliness.

 I regarded this travelling of Village Mirzapur Siya with Students of AMU Aligarh in spreading the message of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in Village Mirzapur.,as the finest way to broaden my horizons by meeting people from other walks of life and a new experience!  A great informative valued trip that widened the grasp of my knowledge. 

The visiting members of AMU Aligarh students team of Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Mission were , Momin Ali (Ph.D ELT), Sanjida Parvin (Ph.D English), Sonveer Singh (M. Tech Mechanical), Mirza Anam Beg (B. Ed), Neha Tiwari (B.S.W), Riya Tiwari (B.S.W), Anupam Gupta (B.Sc Hons. Physics),

Written, photographed and posted by Engr Maqbool Akram.