Innovative ideas
Recently the Secretary Tourism reviewed the status of facilities and services available at Gulmarg as the early snowfall is bringing more tourists here. He asked the concerned departments to work on innovations and new ideas for making the coming season memorable for visitors. In this regard, he suggested working on concepts like illuminations, winter carnival, […]
Top priority
In order to bring people out of poverty, the J & K administration is focusing on empowerment of socially disadvantaged people. Recently LG Manoj Sinha inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of various infrastructure projects worth more than Rs 43 Crore at Baramulla. He said empowerment of socially disadvantaged communities is a top priority […]
Higher education
There is special focus on higher education in Jammu and Kashmir especially at the University level. Recently LG Manoj Sinha addressed the inaugural session of the Round Table Conference with newly appointed Vice Chancellors from various universities of the country at the University of Kashmir. He appreciated the endeavour of the Association of Indian Universities […]
Slew of projects
J&K administration is monitoring a slew of projects in various districts especially in Kashmir valley. The authorities here are trying to complete the projects within the timeline set for these projects. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha laid the foundation stone and dedicated to the people various development projects worth around Rs 290 Cr at Anantnag district. […]
Smart city of Jammu
Under the smart city project, the government of Jammu and Kashmir is transforming this historic city and is upgrading the basic facilities in the city. Recently LG Manoj Sinha inaugurated the complete street development of Apsara Road High Street Gole Market Area along with adjoining roads. This road network is a key project of Jammu […]
Houses for poor
Under the PMAY-U scheme, the Deputy Commissioner recently disbursed Rs 32 Cr among the eligible beneficiaries under the scheme in Srinagar District. He directed the concerned Officers to ensure that the scheme guidelines are followed in letter and spirit so that all genuine eligible beneficiaries are covered under the PMAY-U scheme in the District. […]
TB free Srinagar
With the efforts of J&K administration and health department Srinagar inches closer to TB Free status: District attains TB score of 93%, NNT to test one TB patient is 58 and reduction in drug sale is over 80%. Recently Deputy Commissioner Srinagar directed the Officers to further improve the efforts to deal with gaps and […]
Robust management
In order to provide tap water to every household in Jammu and Kashmir, J&K administration has achieved70% coverage of rural households with tap water connections. This is the major achievement under Jal Jeevan Mission. J&K administration is implementing three thousand schemes in all the districts of Jammu and Kashmir which includes construction of tube wells, […]
Traditional art
Srinagar city especially Shari Khass is known for its contribution in preserving arts and crafts. Hundreds of artisans have been engaged in the preservation and promotion of many crafts including silk carpet weaving. Recently DC Srinagar inaugurated the Silk Carpet Centre under Karkhandar Scheme at Rathpora Eidgah. He said that includingSilk Carpet under ODOP initiative […]
District development
In order to review district development, the J & K administration is reviewing the progress of development and implementation of various government schemes. Recently LG Manoj Sinha reviewed the district development of Shopian and passed on instructions to the administration to complete the works within timelines. He impressed upon the District Administration and the officials […]