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Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai: The top Taliban figure was known to his IMA batchmates as ‘Sheru’

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Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai: The top Taliban figure was known to his IMA batchmates as ‘Sheru’

Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai, one of the seven most powerful Taliban figures in Afghanistan, has ties to the prestigious Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun. According to The Times of India, Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai was known as ‘Sheru’ among the 1982 batchmates of the IMA. Stanikzai was one of 45 cadets at the IMA from the Bhagat Battalion’s Keren Company when he entered the program at the age of 20. At 60, he is one of the top seven Taliban leaders.

While talking to The Times of India, Major General DA Chaturvedi (retired), his batchmate and a recipient of the Param Vishisht Seva Medal, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Sena Medal, described Stanikzai as a “likeable guy”. Stanikzai used to appear older than the other cadets and kept an impressive moustache, said Major General DA Chaturvedi (retired), adding that certainly, the Afghan citizen did not have any radical views at the time. “He was an average Afghan cadet who seemed to be enjoying his time here,” the newspaper quoted him as saying. The IMA has been training foreign cadets since Independence, and Afghan cadets since 1971, following the India-Pakistan war. Stanikazi came from the Afghan National Defence & Security Forces. Another batchmate Colonel Kesar Singh Shekhawat (retired) told TOI that Stanikazi was like the “kid next door” and “so friendly”. He recalled the trip to Rishikesh when they bathed in the Ganga.

“There is a photograph from that day in which Sheru can be seen in IMA swimming trunks with me,” said Colonel Kesar Singh Shekhawat (retired). After completing his pre-commission training at the IMA for a year and a half, he joined the Afghan National Army as a lieutenant. Notably, Afghanistan had just been overrun by the Soviets. By 1996, Stanikzai left the Afghan Army, joined the Taliban, and was negotiating with the Clinton administration of the USA to obtain diplomatic recognition for the Taliban.

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Greater Noida Land hurdle cleared for road linking Knowledge Park 3 with LG chowk

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Greater Noida Land hurdle cleared for road linking Knowledge Park 3 with LG chowk

The Greater Noida authority is set to issue a tender to finalise a contractor to build a 1.5km stretch of a key road connecting LG Chowk to the education hub in sector Knowledge Park 3. The private firm owning the land has agreed to give it away for the road project after 15 years of negotiations. The authority will build a central verge, drainage network, horticulture.

work to beautify the road, which has witnessed frequent road accidents due to its half-built state. The authority will issue a tender to finalise a contractor, approving a budget of ₹31 crore for the project. The road is expected to take six months to build, as the current road is half-built from the education hub to LG Chowk and the other half is not built due to land issues.

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Greater Noida is set to build a bridge across the Hindon river, connecting the education hub road to Noida’s busy areas. The work has been expedited after resolving a land dispute, as the road will witness heavy traffic once the bridge is ready. The authority will build a central verge, drainage network, and horticulture work to beautify the road, which has experienced frequent.

Road accidents due to its half-built nature. Once the bridge is completed, commuters will travel through the road with ease and reach Noida from Greater Noida in five minutes. The bridge and road stretch will alleviate the need for commuters heading towards LG Chowk and Surajpur to traverse the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway up to Pari Chowk, reducing travel.

Distance by at least 10 kms and easing congestion around Pari Chowk The Greater Noida Authority has resolved a longstanding land acquisition issue, paving the way for the construction of a crucial 1.5 km road linking LG Chowk to Knowledge Park 3. This development is expected to significantly alleviate traffic congestion at Pari Chowk.

  • Project Overview: The proposed six-lane road will feature three lanes in each direction, service roads, a central verge, and a comprehensive drainage system. These enhancements aim to improve traffic flow The road is being connected with Noida’s sectors 144, 145, and 146 through a new and do bridge being built across Hindon and enhance connectivity between key educational hubs in the region and reduce waterlogging during the monsoon season.
  • Land Acquisition Resolution: The land, previously owned by Super Cassettes Industries Ltd (T-Series), was a major bottleneck for the project. After extensive negotiations, the company has agreed to provide the necessary land for the road construction. Under the agreement, T-Series will retain 40% of the undeveloped land against external development fees, while the Greater Noida Authority will acquire.
  • Impact on Commuters: The new road is anticipated to benefit approximately 5 lakh people, providing a smoother and more efficient route between Knowledge Park 3 and LG Chowk. This will not only ease daily commutes but also support the region’s growing educational and commercial sectors This initiative reflects the Greater Noida Authority’s commitment to enhancing urban infrastructure.
  • A major hurdle has been cleared for the construction of a crucial 1.5 km road linking Knowledge Park 3 with LG Chowk in Greater Noida. The road aims to ease traffic congestion connectivity in the region, particularly benefiting the educational hubs.
  • The road project, designed to be a six-lane road with three lanes in each direction, will feature service roads, a central verge, and an efficient drainage system. These improvements are expected to enhance traffic flow and reduce waterlogging during the monsoon season, contributing to smoother commutes for the local population.
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