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SRINAGAR: In a significant step to ensure uninterrupted availability of foodgrains to beneficiaries during the forthcoming monsoon season, the Department of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), J&K has decided to undertake the advance lifting and distribution of foodgrains allocated under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) and Non-Priority Household (NPHH) schemes for the months of August, September and October 2026. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to address any logistical and transportation challenges that may arise during the rainy season and to ensure uninterrupted food security across the Union Territory. Accordingly, the Department has made…
BUDGAM: Speaker Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today visited the historic Drygam Shrine, a revered shrine associated with Hazrat Alamdar Sheikh Noor Din Noorani (RA), where he reviewed the ongoing beautification works and announced major developmental initiatives for the area. During the visit, the Speaker informed the gathering that an amount of ₹81 lakh has been sanctioned for development and beautification of the shrine to preserve its historical and religious significance while enhancing the facilities for devotees and visitors. In a major announcement aimed at improving the connectivity, Rather said that ₹8.50 crore have been earmarked for construction of bridge…
SRINAGAR: In a major step towards strengthening governance and ensuring time-bound execution of infrastructure projects in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting with senior officers of the Project Monitoring Group (PMG), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, at New Delhi to deliberate upon the establishment of a Union Territory-level Project Monitoring Group (UT-PMG) on the lines of the Central PMG mechanism here. The proposed JK-PMG aims to institutionalize a technology-driven project monitoring system for expediting implementation of major developmental projects across Jammu and Kashmir. The Central PMG is…
NEW DELHI: Continuing his close monitoring of the situation arising from the recent heavy rains across Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired another high-level review meeting through video conference from New Delhi to assess restoration works, relief measures and overall preparedness across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting comprehensively reviewed the latest ground situation, including restoration of essential services, road connectivity, availability of food and other essential supplies, healthcare arrangements, relief operations and the preparedness of all departments in view of continuing adverse weather conditions. During the meeting, the Chief Minister was informed that restoration of power supply…
KISHTWAR: Meeting the representatives of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), the Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma praised their work and urged them to continue with the same commitment to strengthen the rural economy and enhance farmers’ income. Under the guidance of Vice Chancellor SKUAST Jammu Professor BN Tripathi and supervision of FPO Development Officer Kishtwar Dr Shahnawaz Ahmed, the Chenab Forest Herbal Farmer Producer Organisation Cooperative Limited Kishtwar under the Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement in Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) Scheme, has supplied herbal products worth ₹1,46,600 to Cooperative Super Bazar, Jammu and to the Zonal Conference of…
REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek, also Chairman District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), today chaired a meeting to review the district’s preparedness for the monsoon season and assess damage caused by recent heavy rains. The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the preparedness of all departments to deal with emergencies arising from heavy rainfall, flash floods, landslides and other monsoon-related incidents, directing officers to remain on high alert, ensure round-the-clock monitoring of vulnerable areas and maintain close coordination for prompt response. He also reviewed damage caused to roads, public infrastructure, water supply schemes, power infrastructure and private property due to the recent rains…
SAMBA: Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan today inaugurated the Inter-Block District Level Volleyball Tournament 2026 at Government Higher Secondary School, Ramgarh under the aegis of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Organised by the district administration Samba, the tournament aims to promote sports as a healthy lifestyle and encourage youth to stay away from drug abuse through the message “Say No to Drugs, Yes to Sports.” Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner said sports play a vital role in shaping the personality of young people by instilling discipline, teamwork and self-confidence. She urged participants to play with dedication, uphold the…
UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of various flagship schemes for rural development and welfare at district headquarters. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner conducted a sector and scheme-wise review and directed officers concerned to expedite implementation of ongoing schemes and achieve prescribed targets within the stipulated timeframe. BDOs were instructed to expedite tendering, preparation of estimates and allotment of new works for their timely execution. The DC further directed departments concerned to prepare a comprehensive list of solid waste-generating establishments, including roadside dhabas along the National Highway and ensure identification…
UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today chaired a review meeting of officers from various line departments to assess the physical and financial progress of works under the District Capex Budget 2026–27. During the meeting, the DC reviewed department-wise progress under the District Capex Budget, covering PWD, Rural Development Department, Health, Education, JPDCL and other sectors. The DC directed all departments to ensure 100 percent allotment of sanctioned works at the earliest, expedite utilisation of allocated funds and accelerate the pace of ongoing projects to ensure completion within stipulated timelines. He asked departments concerned to mobilise adequate manpower and machinery,…
UDHAMPUR: Compensation under the Road Accident Victim Fund (RAVF) was approved in favour of the legal heirs/next of kin of deceased road accident victims, providing timely financial assistance to affected families. Four death cases under the RAVF scheme were settled, with compensation amounting to ₹4 lakh approved for the eligible beneficiaries in accordance with the scheme’s provisions. The compensation was approved by Chairperson RAVF and Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa, in the presence of ARTO Udhampur Mudassir Iqbal and Accounts Officer (DC Office Udhampur) Raj Kumar.