Reviews of progress

Recently the Principal Secretary, Agriculture Production Department, held a comprehensive meeting to review the physical and financial progress on projects being executed under the Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS), CAPEX budget, NABARD and the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). During the meeting, the officers presented detailed updates on implementation status, challenges encountered and strategies to expedite […]
Cycling expedition

Recently Chief Secretary of J&K flagged off longest cycling expedition ‘Race Across India’ from Srinagar. The expedition mainly sponsored by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) is the 2nd edition of ‘Race Across India’ participated by 22 teams including national as well as international cyclists this year. The race is first of its kind in […]
Health Services

Recently Director Health Services Kashmir (DHSK) along with the Divisional team, conducted an extensive visit to Jawahar Lal Nehru Memorial (JLNM) Hospital Rainawari here to assess the current status of hospital facilities and address key areas requiring immediate attention. He visited the CT Scan section and highlighted the need to expedite the delivery of the […]
Panchayati Raj

The Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Jammu & Kashmir Government, has strongly refuted claims circulating on social media regarding new qualifications for Sarpanch candidates in the Union Territory. Recently a viral social media post alleged that the J&K government had issued a notification under “J&K Panchayati Raj Act, 1989 under Section 6, 2022,” […]
Sanitation measures

Recently the Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Ganderbal, convened a meeting to finalize arrangements for the counting of votes scheduled for October 8, 2024. The ADDC took a detailed review of arrangements including water supply, electricity, medical facilities, sanitation, security, deployment of staff, establishment of Media Centre and other related arrangements. The municipal Committee will […]
Landmark initiatives

The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) has recently launched two groundbreaking initiatives aimed at strengthening access to legal aid for marginalized and vulnerable communities across India. These initiatives include, NALSA’S Toll-Free Legal Aid Helpline (15100) and the NALSA’S Legal Services Management System (LSMS) Portal, which provides easy, accessible, and free legal aid to those in […]
Contribution

Recently Divisional Commissioner Kashmir emphasized the importance of following the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi. He urged citizens to contribute towards keeping the city clean and neat, calling on everyone to work hand-in-hand with relevant agencies including JMC to maintain cleanliness. He also stressed the need to avoid the use of polythene to protect the environment […]
Democratic spirit

To raise awareness about voter participation, the District Election Cell of Hiranagar recently organized a Border Marathon on Saturday under the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) initiative. The event, held as part of the District SVEEP Plan, was formally flagged off by General Observer Chhering Dorje Negi, along with Returning Officer for Hiranagar […]
Preparations

Recently Divisional Commissioner Jammu conducted an extensive review of the final arrangements for the upcoming elections in Samba District. The visit focused on monitoring the operational readiness and logistical framework essential for the seamless execution of polling day. He, accompanied by senior officers, briefed the Divisional Commissioner on the comprehensive measures being put in place […]
Monitoring

To ensure the highest level of security and transparency post-elections, District Election Officer (DEO) Rajouri, conducted the late-night inspection of the Strong Room at Girls Higher Secondary School here the other day. The visit aimed to review the security measures in place for the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), which are securely stored in the Strong […]