Author: Agencies
SHOPIAN: District administration Shopian has expressed profound grief and heartfelt condolences on the untimely and tragic demise of M Ikhlaq, younger brother of Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Shopian. This loss is deeply felt not only by the bereaved family but also by the entire administrative fraternity of the district. “We pray the Almighty to grant strength and patience to the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss,” read the official release. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace and find a place in Jannat-ul-Firdous. In this hour of mourning, the entire district administration joins in offering…
KULGAM: District Employment & Counselling Centre (DE&CC) Kulgam today organized a capacity building entrepreneurship mela under the flagship Mission YUVA initiative at Government Polytechnic College, Kulgam. The event was aimed at enhancing entrepreneurial aptitude among students and aspiring entrepreneurs while familiarizing them with the diverse opportunities and support mechanisms offered by various government institutions. The programme saw enthusiastic participation from institutional heads and domain experts, including the Principal of Government Polytechnic College Kulgam, Superintendent ITI Kulgam, Career Counselling Officer DE&CC Kulgam, District Nodal Officer JKEDI Kulgam, and Industrial Promotion Officer DIC Kulgam. Resource persons delivered insightful sessions on key themes…
PULWAMA: District administration Pulwama, in collaboration with the District Employment & Counselling Centre (DE&CC) and Government ITI Pulwama, today organised a Capacity Building Entrepreneurship Mela under the flagship Mission YUVA initiative at the Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Pulwama. The mela was aimed at empowering youth by enhancing their entrepreneurial aptitude, promoting innovation, and sensitising them with the wide array of government support systems available for aspiring entrepreneurs. During the event, a series of expert-led sessions were held where resource persons and experts shared valuable insights on topics including the entrepreneurial mindset, startup ecosystem, financial access, government schemes, marketing strategies,…
BARAMULLA: In a major push towards youth empowerment and economic self-reliance, district administration Baramulla, through the District Employment & Counselling Centre (DE&CC), in collaboration with Government Polytechnic College Baramulla, organized a one-day capacity building programme (CBP) under the Mission YUVA initiative. The event, aimed at nurturing entrepreneurial skills among young aspirants, was inaugurated by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Baramulla, Altaf Hussain Mosvi. The programme witnessed the presence of the Principal Government Polytechnic College Baramulla, Assistant Director Employment Baramulla, Principal ITI Baramulla, faculty from the Skill Development department, CIIIT representatives, and officials from DE&CC. In his address, ADC Baramulla encouraged the…
KULGAM: Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Kashmir, Qazi Irfan today visited ARTO office Kulgam and reviewed its functioning. ARTO Kulgam, Dr. Showkat Ahmad Bhat briefed in detail about the functioning and achievements of the office in the district. During his visit RTO also inspected each section of the office, reviewed their functioning, and assessed the disposal of online services and pending applications Irfan also reviewed transport-related issues, IRAD status, and enforcement squad’s e-Challan data. He appreciated the office for its performance and encouraged officers to improve service delivery and ensure timely resolution of cases. Suggestions were made for better monitoring of…
PULWAMA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of implementation of various agricultural and allied sector schemes. The meeting, held at the District Administrative Complex, focused on schemes including the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), status of Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs), PM Fasal Bima Yojana, Kisan Credit Cards (KCC), Soil Health Cards, and other related initiatives. During the review, Chief Agriculture Officer presented a detailed PowerPoint presentation highlighting sector-wise progress and component-wise achievements under HADP and associated schemes. Dr. Qayoom also reviewed the sector-wise status and progress of applications received…
PULWAMA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom chaired a comprehensive review meeting here today on financial inclusion cum social security schemes. The review focused on evaluating the implementation and bank-wise progress of key social security schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Atal Pension Yojana (APY) and Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY). At the outset, Lead District Manager (LDM), Pulwama presented a detailed PowerPoint highlighting the progress of branches of various banks across these schemes against the allocated targets. During the meeting, DC held a comprehensive branch-wise review of…
PULWAMA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom chaired a comprehensive meeting here at the administrative complex today to review the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in district Pulwama. The meeting was convened to take stock of the implementation status of key components under JJM, including scheme completion, mechanical works, Har Ghar Jal certification, Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) coverage, geo-tagging, water quality testing, and land issues. During the meeting, DC reviewed division and component-wise progress of water supply schemes through a detailed PowerPoint presentation. Status of ongoing schemes, borewells/tubewells, electro-mechanical works and the installation of electric substations,…
ANANTNAG: In run up to the Independence Day-2025, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. SF Hamid kick-started the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign amid great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor, today at GMHSS Brakpora, here. Elaborating about the campaign, DC said it has to be implemented in three phases; presenting a great chance to know about the freedom movement besides paying tributes to the freedom fighters who made supreme sacrifices for the nation. The campaign shall serve as an active platform to honour the legacy of the national heroes, and their struggle and commitment provide great inspiration for the younger generation, he remarked.…
BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC), Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, today visited Regenya Mata Asthapan Sheila at Raithan Khansahab. During the visit, DC paid his obeisance at the holy place, reviewed arrangements for annual Hawan and interacted with members of the Pandit community, who expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the district administration for ensuring smooth conduct of the annual function, including the provision of essential logistical and security arrangements. They also submitted requests for fencing the entire Mandir complex and roofing the newly constructed prayer hall. DC assured that their demands would be examined on priority. Kashmiri pandits thronged the temple…