Achalgarh area set ablaze forest fire Mount Abu [ 24 March 2022 ]

 Wildfire in Achalgarh zone

Wildfire Achalgarh zone
per kind favour Sahil Abu Birder

Wildfire Achalgarh zone

per kind favour Sahil Abu Birder

We judge the lack of moisture in the summer months to be a contributing cause of forest fires. Since summer in the “Abode of Gods” is only just starting, the recent surge of fires in the Achalgarh zone is questionable. On 22 March 2022 there was a fire in Achalgarh, and last night (23 March 2022 at around 6 pm and lasted until about 2 am), three fires broke out almost simultaneously. One was adjacent to the Achalgarh temple area, another was behind the Safari cottages, and the third one was near Veer Baba. 

Officials accuse visitors and locals of irresponsibly tossing lit bidis or cigarettes over dry grass, sparking fires. Some think that they deliberately set jungle fires as revenge for the ban on collecting wood.

Mount Abu has had several forest fire breakouts throughout the years. Forest firefighting is dangerous and agencies lack resources to handle enormous fires. This is one of the most terrifying trials a guy has ever encountered. 

There has been an upsurge in forest fire incidences in recent years, which is a reason for concern for everyone. Forest fires have wreaked havoc on various parts of Mount Abu's dwindling forest every year. The significant damage caused by these fires is the destruction of rare plants located in woodlands. They endanger the lives of animals and birds that live in the forest.

Forest Department officials believe they are short on workforce and equipment to deal with the situation. Even in regions where they have taken action, regular measures such as building fire lines and dealing with forest fires are insufficient. I hope the spate of fires that have cropped up won’t be a harbinger of an evil wind wafting through this hill station. 

Mount Abu city roads in Shambles. [ 15/03/2022 ]

 The pathetic state of Mount Abu roads.

Mount Abu city roads are in Shambles
Photographs per kind favour Jennifer

When RUIDP was given the task of constructing the sewage system in Mount Abu, the condition of the city's road network, which had been declining for some time, became much worse. The incompetence of the government and the commercial telecom sector, which has resulted in haphazard road excavations that seriously jeopardise Abu's fragile ecology, has made the problem worse. The condition of their roadways, which seem to be in a continual state of chaos, appalled residents of Abu, despite ambitions to turn the city into a classy one.

The excavation of all the city's roads has left behind big holes, craters, and loose gravel that is especially dangerous for two-wheelers. the constant rock blasting interrupts everyday life and frequently results in traffic congestion, particularly on weekends when the city draws a sizable number of tourists.

When worried locals voice their displeasure about the frequent digging of their streets, they are told that it's a necessary component of a smart city initiative. A lot of locals doubtfully wonder if a new village is being built, which calls into question the effectiveness of the smart city project.

Potholes and patches abound on the roadways, making daily living difficult for locals like traversing a battlefield. Even if the Abu government is committed to creating a "SMART CITY," the roads are in poor shape because of the influence of state and private contractors, which changes less likely. There are still questions regarding these projects' viability and profitability, and locals worry that they could end up being ghost projects. The previously bright silver line in the distance now seems blemished, casting doubt on the durability and significance of the city's development projects.

Nakki Lake as of today
Photographs per kind favour of Harnam.

MOUNT ABU RAODS 25 March 2022 
Per kind favour Jennifer 

Curfew in Mount Abu:[ 17 Jan 2022. ]

 The market closed on Sunday. They confined tourists to their hotels.

Mount Abu 17 Jan 2022.
Curfews and lockdowns are like the clouds that visit the Abode of the Gods

“Salutations from Mount Abu”

As it is my initial post of the year 2022, I cherish all my readers an outstanding year 

“Happy New Year To All of you!” Stay blessed and remain safe this winter. May you all escape the COVID-19 infection?

Mount Abu was under a weekend curfew yesterday, enforced by the authorities

There were several visitors who weren’t aware that Mount Abu was under a curfew yesterday. The curfew restricted all movement for them, which they found extremely unpleasant. The town was absolutely closed except for essential goods, medical care, vegetable shops, milk booths and the petrol pump.

Police and the administration team were out cruising the streets to ensure the curfew remained in place. They imposed fines on those caught without their masks. Law enforcement fined visitors and residents who roamed around without a legitimate reason. Police gave visitors who didn’t know about the curfew a warning and summoned them to remain in their various hotels. 

Different residents in Abu reacted differently to the curfew imposed on their city. It pleased some that the authorities imposed a curfew in place as they aspired to curb the enormous crowds touring this hill station on weekends. However, some residents were vexed that their livelihoods depended on tourists, and were being targeted by the authorities to disrupt their lives. 

Please note that if you are planning a pleasant trip to Abu, it is best to avoid the weekend. Be conscious that there is a curfew each night from 8 pm to 6 am. The curfew is in place to restrain the virus from being extremely active during these hours or for the animals to prowl freely in the sanctuary without human conflict.

Happy Doggie Madness Mount Abu. [ 19/08/2021 ]

 Doggie Madness is like crazy love.

Have you been in love? I mean genuine love! There is perhaps one creature besides humans that we love and, in return, gives back 100% unconditional love.

Throughout my land lubing days, I’ve always lived together with one of these critters. Had many heartbreaking moments every time one of them departed for their paradise. I resolved never to keep another, but that has never been possible as every time karma has played its part and sent not one but a few more of them to keep this household of ours always in their undying love and companionship.

 They light up our lives. These beloved beings radiate happiness with their mere presence, creating an aura of joy.

They can annoy, and their antics are sometimes hurtful, but these moments are short-lived. The reality is they impart sheer happiness; they are a joy to behold with their wagging tails, their piercing look of love that they generate grips our hearts with their passion for love and the only term that fits this expression is “Happy doggie madness.”

All in the family are crazy dog lovers; we showered more love on these creatures of nature than on another fellow human or pet. This doggie madness to us folks is a source of joy and happiness their barking, rummaging up the garden, their unending banter with each other, and their constant craving of trying to draw our attention for affection is something to behold at such moments all caution for cleanliness is thrown to the winds our clothing takes on a hue of the surrounding garden that is their playground all these moments have no lasting effect reality. This crazy doggie madness is love.

Here are the dogs I've been raving about. I hope they remind you of the unconditional love granted to us by the gods.

Ted 

The biggest boy out of the lot of 11 pups. Always up to mischief but a gentle soul. 

Jenn and Ted

Toby

A little heartache, very affectionate and full of life loves to play with the cat.

Jenn and Toby girl

Patch

Taken after his grandfather, a cocker a gentle guy. His shaggy coat keeps him parked in the coolest of places.

Patch

Jenn and her baby Patch

Venus girl
Loves to be cuddled Very affectionate One big explorer 

Venus girl 
Fondly called Aloo, My Potato by Jenn

Ivory

Loves to be cuddled Very affectionate One big explorer

Venus and Ivory in a game of tug–of–war.

These two brats love tearing up any or everything they can lay their snarling snouts on.

Leelo girl

The aloof one. A sturdy little cat bounces around doing her thing not to be trifled with.

Leelo girl

Jenn and Leelo Girl

Stitch girl

Her piercing eyes make the onlooker wanna to cuddle her

Cres and Stitch 

Rusty boy

Sturdy and small for his age but takes no humbug from the others and loves to bant. The snout is most days covered in mud, he's always digging for gold.

Jenn n Rusty

Jenn n Ivy

A little spitfire slim petite and a terror when challenged by the others

Amigo

A fiery little guy loves to be pampered. Showing all the signs of becoming the Alpha of the pack.

Amigo

Jenn n Elf Boy

The little runt.

ELF

One sharp little mite, A master at stirring up the pack, a little mite little mighty mouse taking on even the biggest of the boys in the group. He has his mishap days when the whole pack single him out and teaches the runt a lesson in discipline. His squeals draw the house and household running out to help the little mighty mouse from being pulled to pieces.

               

Elf Boy

If you have enjoyed this selection of our Doggie Madness, keep tuned 

I will shortly upload a few fascinating videos of these little heartaches.

                

 

Latest news and Updates On Mount Abu [ 31/07/2022 ]

 Golf Returns to Mount Abu: A Comeback for the Elites’ Game

Exciting news for golf enthusiasts! Golf will return to Mount Abu next month, bringing back a once-thriving tradition. Back in the day, the lush greens of Mount Abu welcomed avid golfers, but for reasons lost to history—perhaps following the departure of the British and the shift of the Police Training Academy—the sport faded away. Financial constraints and the lack of a dedicated club led to the deterioration of the course, leaving even the tiny pavilion overlooking it in a state of disrepair (see the snap below).

Golf pavilion of a bygone era 

However, that’s about to change. The inclusion of golf and polo in Mount Abu’s tourism program by the Rajasthan government shows a resurgence of these traditional sports. Polo will make a comeback as well, starting again from where it left off in 2008. All departments are backing changing Mount Abu into an international tourist centre. Including sporting activities is a key component of this vision.

Salgaon Dam Project Gets the Green Light

In another landmark development, Mount Abu has received clearance for the much-anticipated Salgaon Dam project—a wait that has lasted an incredible 44 years!

This project is a significant milestone for the people of Mount Abu. Every year, we’ve relied on the monsoon rains to meet our water needs, often resorting to prayers and havans to the rain gods. Severe hardships were experienced by the community when a failed monsoon resulted in our existing water supply being insufficient. The Salgaon Dam will be a significant change, offering us a more reliable water source.

The entire community will celebrate when they lay the foundation stone for the Salgaon Dam. I, for one, will raise a glass and toast to the health of the gods and the future of Mount Abu. Cheers!. Cheers 🥃

Click on the link below to read the project report.

Mount Abu’s Salgaon dam project cleared with the sincere efforts of MP Neeraj Dangi