Author: Agencies

RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan, who is also the Chairman of the Vidyalaya Management Committee (VMC), today conducted a comprehensive inspection of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) Batote to assess the functioning of the institution, status of infrastructure, basic amenities and operational issues. The DC was accompanied by the Tehsildar Batote, Principal JNV and other concerned officers. During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected school buildings and facilities besides reviewing the availability of essential amenities for students and staff. He asked the building owner to undertake major renovation and structural repair works, while minor and routine maintenance would be…

UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa, today convened a meeting of officers from the stakeholder departments to review the progress of the Digital Crop Survey under AgriStack in the district. The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Dr. Umesh Shan and other concerned officers. While reviewing the progress, the DC directed the concerned officers to expedite the pace of the survey and ensure its completion by September 15, 2026. He stressed that the exercise must be carried out in a systematic, accurate and time-bound manner. The DC called for close coordination and regular monitoring…

SHOPIAN: Continuing its efforts towards building an inclusive and compassionate society, Social Welfare Department (SWD) Shopian, today organised a Sensitization and Awareness Programme at Wachi, Zainapora, focusing on the welfare and empowerment of senior citizens and constructive engagement of youth. The programme was organised under Atal VAYO Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY), the National Action Plan for Senior Citizens, with the objective of creating awareness among senior citizens and youth about various welfare initiatives, legal provisions and support mechanisms available for the elderly. The programme also served as a platform for intergenerational dialogue, with emphasis on strengthening family and community bonds, recognising…

SRINAGAR: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Srinagar, SKUAST-Kashmir, launched a first-of-its-kind outreach campaign around Dal Lake to explore sustainable livelihood and urban farming opportunities for peri-urban and Dal-dwelling farming communities. The initiative focused on technical support, entrepreneurial skill development, awareness generation and access to quality farm inputs to enhance farm incomes and promote self-reliant livelihoods. The outreach campaign was undertaken as part of KVK Srinagar’s commitment to strengthening resilient livelihoods and empowering farming communities at the grassroots level under its mission, “No Village Too Remote, No Farmer Left Behind.” To develop and document a real-time database of farming communities and their…

BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today conducted an extensive visit to the far-flung Upper Kudara and adjoining areas to inspect the progress of various ongoing developmental projects. The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by officers and engineers of the concerned departments during the visit. During the inspection, the Executive Engineer, PMGSY, apprised the DC of the progress of two major road projects being executed in the area. It was informed that, the first project, Renewal Coat/Macadamization of the road from Chuntimulla to Kudara, being executed under Package No. JK03-125, has a total length of 7.50 km and an estimated…

BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today attended the grand finale of the Sukhnag Premier League (SPL) held at Sail, Beerwah. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner underscored the vital role of sports in channelizing the energy, talent and potential of youth towards productive and constructive pursuits. He emphasized the need to further strengthen the sporting ecosystem in the district by providing aspiring players with better opportunities, professional coaching and adequate sports facilities. “Our focus is to create a strong sports ecosystem in Budgam where every young person gets an opportunity to play, compete and excel.…

SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Saturday chaired a comprehensive meeting at the Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex, Srinagar to discuss and formulate the Action Plan for 2026-31 under the Khelo India Movement for District Srinagar. The meeting was convened to deliberate on a comprehensive and structured roadmap aimed at strengthening sports infrastructure, promoting greater participation in sports and creating sustainable opportunities for young and aspiring athletes across the District. Detailed discussions were held on measures to improve existing sports facilities, identify infrastructure gaps, create and upgrade facilities for priority sports, organise sports competitions, identify sporting…

SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a meeting to review various issues and bottlenecks affecting the execution of works under River Jhelum National Waterway-49 aimed at facilitating water transport. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, RTO Kashmir, Chief Engineers of KPDCL, KPTCL and I&FC, SE UEED, besides officers from the Departments of Tourism, R&B, Traffic, Forest and ULB. During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner took a detailed review of the issues associated with the project, including removal of trees and widening of the road at Gund Parang, construction of Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) for water treatment,…

SRINAGAR: Minister for School Education, Higher Education, Health & Medical Education and Social Welfare, Sakeena Masood Itoo, has congratulated the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the Union Territory being declared a fully literate UT under ULLAS–Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram. In her message on Teachers’ Day celebrated at SKICC Srinagar, the Minister said the declaration of J&K as Fully Literate UT, with over 95 percent literacy, treated as 100 percent as per Government of India norms, is a moment of immense pride. She said J&K has emerged as the biggest State/UT till date to achieve this milestone and has secured…

BARAMULLA: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, today conducted an extensive visit of Rafiabad constituency to review the progress of ongoing development works and assess the availability of essential public services. At Government High School Haman Kandi, the Minister inspected the infrastructure and had detailed feedback on the facilities being provided to the students. He directed the Chief Education Officer, Baramulla, to ensure adequate availability of teaching staff and effective implementation of the Mid-Day Meal Scheme, with focus on providing nutritious meals to students. The Minister also visited Tanmula village…