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Meets public delegations at Dak Bungalow, emphasizes coordination among stakeholders

UDHAMPUR, FEBRUARY 20 : To assess the progress on various developmental projects and flagship schemes being implemented across different sectors in Udhampur, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science and Technology, Satish Sharma, chaired a high level review meeting here today.

 Among others the meeting was attended by DDC Chairperson Udhampur, Lal Chand; MLA Chenani, Balwant Singh Mankotia; MLA Ramnagar, Sunil Bhardwaj; MLA Udhampur East, Ranbir Singh Pathania; Vice Chairperson DDC, Juhi Manhas Pathania; Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai; SSP Udhampur, Amod Ashok Nagpure along with divisional and district heads of various departments.

The Minister, while reviewing all the sectors, directed  the officers to ensure 100 percent coverage of eligible beneficiaries under all the government schemes. He emphasized the need for intensifying public awareness initiatives so that people can fully avail the benefits of these schemes. He directed the officers to increase public awareness about the flagship schemes  and programmes in the district. He directed the concerned officers for mobilisation of resources and manpower for effective implementation of all the welfare and development schemes.

The Minister asked the Chief Education Officer to identify the school dropouts and provide a list at the earliest. He instructed the Health Department to streamline patient referral cases for better healthcare delivery. While  Chief Agriculture Officer was directed to conduct awareness camps on HADP and other farmer centric schemes.

Regarding PMAY, the Minister asked the concerned officials to simplify the process of survey and don't ask for ration card as mandatory document so that maximum people in actual need can get benefit of the scheme.

The Minister directed the PMGSY, PWD and RDD authorities to expedite road construction projects and achieve set targets within the stipulated timelines. He exhorted upon the  officers to work in close coordination to ensure effective grievance redress and enhanced public service delivery. He also emphasised on promoting rural sports and developing sports infrastructure at the grassroots level.

The Minister highlighted the importance of organic farming and encouraged its adoption in the district for enhanced yield.

During the meeting, the local MLAs highlighted several concerns and demands seeking a speedy resolution of the same. Their issues inter alia included expansion of Chenani bus stand, construction of multi-storey parking at Patnitop, shortage and rationalisation of teaching staff in educational institutions, land transfer for KV School, Forest clearance for various projects, operationalisation of JKRTC Bus Yard in Udhampur, promotion of sports infrastructure and rural sports activities, installation of hand pumps and early completion of JJM works, mitigation of traffic congestion, staff shortage in health institutions, acute shortage of drinking water, establishment of an ITI in Ramnagar, development of Seoz Dhar as a tourist destination, conversion of Basantgarh Hospital into a CHC, resolution of issues related to ‘Hanging Schools and  dismantling of Pavilion at Sports Stadium Udhampur,

Earlier, DC Udhampur gave a sector-wise detailed PowerPoint Presentation on various ongoing projects and schemes, highlighting the progress of major initiatives. These included Chenani-Sudhmahadev road NH-244, Government Medical College & Associated Hospital, Udhampur, Devika project, integrated development of tourist facilitation centre at Mantalai.

The DC briefed the chair about the key sectors such as PHE, PWD, PDD, Health, PMGSY, FCS&CA, Youth Services & Sports, Transport, Social Welfare, Education, Agriculture, Horticulture, RDD, ICDS, Animal & Sheep Husbandry, Jal Jeevan Mission, MGNREGA, PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, PMAY-G, HADP and financial updates on the District Capex Budget 2023-24 and 2024-25.

Earlier, the Minister visited the Sports stadium Udhampur to inspect the ongoing pavilion construction work and interacted with players at the Indoor sports hall.

Later,  scores of public delegations and individuals met the Minister and put forth their issues and demands. These included installation of weighing machine at Ramnagar food store, forest clearance issues in Sharda Mata road construction, construction of playfield in Ghantwal and Badminton Indoor Hall in Chenani, provision of RTC bus service from Pattangarh and Sudhmahadev to Jammu, overcharging by matadors operating in Udhampur town, establishment of PHC  in Block Narsoo and other issues.

The Minister assured the public that their demands would be reviewed and appropriate measures would be taken to address them.

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 REASI, FEBRUARY 20: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar on Thursday chaired a meeting of functionaries of District administration Reasi to review developmental and economic activities in the District.

The meeting evaluated financial and physical achievements under the District Capex Budget, CRIF scheme, PMAY Scheme, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), MGNREGA, and other key developmental initiatives.

At the start, Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Malik gave a detailed presentation on the district’s developmental scenario and implementation of the government schemes across different sectors.

 The Divisional Commissioner directed the Executive Engineer (XEN) of the Public Works Department (PWD) to expedite the construction of roadside drainage systems. He stressed the need for fast tracking infrastructure development and instructed officials to ensure effective fund utilization to complete the works within the stipulated time frame.

Reviewing achievements in the education sector, the Divisional Commissioner underscored the need to improve female literacy rate in the district. He directed the Chief Education Officer (CEO) to conduct a special admission drive to motivate students and enhance enrollment.

Further, he instructed the CEO to hold regular meetings with Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs) to monitor progress and implement necessary measures to strengthen the education system.

Assessing healthcare initiatives, the Divisional Commissioner called for maximizing coverage of Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) scheme. Evaluating the implementation of PMAY scheme, he directed the functionaries of the concerned departments to initiate recovery from the beneficiaries who have failed to construct the houses. He further called for reinforcing accountability and efficient implementation of the program to benefit deserving individuals.

The Divisional Commissioner also reviewed the achievements made under self-employment schemes and instructed the Deputy Commissioner to monitor their implementation closely.

He also emphasized the revival, restoration, renovation, and maintenance of heritage sites in the district, highlighting their cultural and historical significance.

CPO Narinder Kumar, PO ICDS Mohamad Anwar, ACD Pardeep Kumar, CEO, CMO, CAHO and other officers were present.

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Asks departments to make available best facilities, services for visiting devotees

REASI, FEBRUARY 20: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar, who is also Chairman Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board, today chaired a meeting here to review the preparations for the three-day Maha Shivratri Shivkhori Mela, set to commence from February 25, 2025.

At the outset, Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Malik gave a comprehensive overview of the arrangements, covering provision of civic amenities including water and power supply, medical facilities, sanitation, besides measures taken for foolproof security, maintenance of law and order, traffic management and quality control of food stuff etc.

The Divisional Commissioner reviewed measures taken for barricading, public announcement system, provision of yatra registration counters, establishment of control rooms, and installation of hoardings to avoid inconvenience to pilgrims. “All stakeholder departments are needed to put in extra efforts to provide a memorable pilgrimage experience to the visiting devotees” he maintained.

Taking note of the growing number of pilgrims, the Divisional Commissioner proposed developing a mobile application for speedy pilgrim registration and management. Officials were directed to make use of digital solutions for smooth registration processes and better crowd management.

Calling for provision of quality food at the langar, he asked stakeholders to focus on cleanliness and hygienic surroundings.

The Chief Medical Officer was asked to permanently station a doctor at Bhawan, besides deploy an Ambulance and fully equipped medical team for the duration of the festival. To enhance pilgrim safety, officials posted at the Shivkhori Shrine will be imparted specialized training in fire safety measures, he said.

To facilitate smooth movement of devotees, the Divisional commissioner directed the ARTO to keep available adequate transport facilities and deploy enforcement teams to keep check on overloading and overcharging. The XEN PWD was directed to maintain roads, plan an alternate route from Ram Mandir to the Shivkhori Shrine and work on the expansion of the bridge on the route.

Security and law enforcement agencies were also directed to maintain tight security and ensure smooth crowd management during the festival.

SSP Reasi Paramvir Singh, ADC Rakesh Kumar, EO SSKSB Pardeep Kumar, ACR Anshumali Sharma, CMO, ARTO and other officials were present.

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JAMMU, FEBRUARY 20:  With a view to enhance infrastructural facilities in the Jammu Wing of High Court and provide speedy justice to the litigants, Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh, Justice Tashi Rabstan, today inaugurated a newly constructed Court Room on the ground floor of High Court Complex at Janipur, Jammu, in presence of companion Judges.

The Chief Justice also inaugurated newly upgraded Lady Advocates' Bar Room and Senior Advocates Bar Room, which was long pending demand of High Court Bar Association.

Justice Atul Sreedharan, Justice Sindhu Sharma, Justice Rajnesh Oswal, Justice Mohd. Akram Chowdhary, Justice Moksha Khajuria Kazmi, Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal and Justice Rajesh Sekhri graced the occasion by their presence. Besides, Shahzad Azeem, Registrar General; M.K.Sharma, Principal Secretary to Chief Justice; Anoop Kumar Sharma, Registrar IT; Sandeep Kour, Registrar Judicial, Jammu Wing; Meyank Gupta, Joint Registrar (Judicial/Protocol); Nimral Kotwal, President, J&K High Court Bar Association, Jammu; Senior Members of Bar Association besides other officers and officials of the Registry were also present on the occasion.

The High Court Bar Association extended gratitude to the Chief Justice and companion Judges for enhancing infrastructural facilities in the High Court Complex, Jammu.

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Calls for strategic convergence; people-centric, community driven planning

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 19: Secretary, Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, on Wednesday conducted a comprehensive review of the Annual Action Plan (AAP) and Labour Budget (LB) for MGNREGA for the fiscal 2025-26, focusing on 10 districts of Jammu division.

Director RDD Jammu, Mumtaz Ali; Joint Director Planning, Kamal Kumar Sharma; Additional Secretary RD&PR, Waseem Raja; Superintending Engineer REW Jammu, Rajesh Kumar Agastam; Assistant Commissioner(s) Development and Executive Engineers of Jammu division attended the meeting.

The meeting covered various crucial aspects such as geo-tagging, National MGNREGS Management System (NMMS) usage, timely wage payments, implementation of Area Officer app, compensation status, identification of Amrit Sarovar sites for Phase II and ensuring that PMAY beneficiaries receive the mandated 95 days of work until house completion.

The Secretary asked for taking up Category B works including PMAY-G on priority basis. He said that every PMAY-G beneficiary must receive 95 days of guaranteed labour support under MGNREGA. He also directed the district authorities to complete survey for PMAY-G before March 31st, ensuring that no deserving beneficiary is left out and no ineligible person is included.

"Excluding eligible beneficiaries is a serious lapse and will not be tolerated," the Secretary cautioned the officers.

The Secretary stressed the need for a campaign mode approach towards job card verification and updates, urging officials to ensure accuracy and inclusivity in the whole process. He emphasised that planning should be people-centric and community-driven, with a focus on precision in project execution.

Aijaz Asad highlighted the importance of convergence in all allied works, particularly leveraging the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) to maximise benefits in agriculture and allied sectors. He encouraged the district officials to bring innovation to convergence works, such as constructing cattle sheds, food grain storage units and fair-price shops to support rural self-sufficiency.

Additionally, he suggested for creating work sheds for Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to enhance employment opportunities and product sales. He also recommended promotion of orchards including Amla and Olive plantations, tailored to meet district specific needs.

The Secretary emphasised the need to incorporate Panchayat building repairs, boundary wall construction and strengthening of local governance infrastructure in the plan. He was informed that 227 sites have been identified across Jammu division for the next phase of Amrit Sarovar, focusing on water conservation.

Additional Secretary RD&PR, Waseem Raja, provided a detailed presentation on the Annual Action Plan (AAP) for MGNREGA 2025-26, highlighting key focus areas and challenges.

Meanwhile, the district officials informed the meeting about inclusion of various convergence plans, such as promotion of livelihood projects including fishponds, water harvesting and income generating assets.

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Visits Govt ITI, Women’s Polytechnic, interacts with students

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 19: Maintaining that the Government is committed for honing the technical abilities of the youth, Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today said that a comprehensive program has been undertaken for imparting the modern and market based technical skill education to youth so that they can create employment opportunities for themselves and other aspiring ones as well.

The Deputy Chief Minister was interacting with the students during his comprehensive visit to Government Industrial Training Institute and Government Polytechnic for Women at Akhnoor road Jammu. He was accompanied by the senior officers of administration.

The Deputy Chief Minister said that the present government is aware of the challenges being faced by the youth and several schemes have been launched for ensuring their economic and social empowerment. He said that they should not get carried away by tendencies and resort to substance abuse but instead should channelize their energies and efforts for making a strong and prosperous country.


The Deputy Chief Minister inspected the facilities being provided to the students pursuing their courses in different streams. He directed the faculty of the institutes to ensure that the students don’t face any inconvenience viz a viz laboratories, workshops, library, hostel and other related facilities.

While inspecting the pace of work on the ongoing infrastructural works, the Deputy Chief Minister directed for speedy construction of these assets. He said that due care should be taken for using quality materials and also adhering to the timelines set for construction of these meant to augment the existing facilities being provided to the students.

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 REASI, FEBRUARY 19: Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Tashi Rabstan, today inaugurated Lawyers Chambers at Court Complex, Katra, in presence of Justice Mohd Akram Choudhary, Administrative Judge for Reasi district.

While speaking on the occasion, the Chief Justice said that the Bench and Bar have a huge role in reposing faith in judiciary and justice delivery system. He said “people come to the court with high hopes considering the courts as ‘Temple of Justice’ where justice would be meted out to them”.

While interacting with the members of Bar and Bench, the Chief Justice said that the chamber practice is a platform that provides legal services and are helpful for the younger advocates in putting their career as successful lawyers. He also asked the concerned to focus on maintenance of the court as well as the lawyer's chamber and road towards Katra Court.

While inaugurating the Lawyers Chambers, the Chief Justice laid emphasis on the bar being the equally important wheel in the chariot of Justice. He said that equal infrastructure would be provided to the respective Bars that would not only boost their morale but attract the best talent on the other side of the bench.

The Chief Justice also inspected various sections of the Court Complex and gave certain on spot directions regarding further streamlining of the entity.

Principal Secretary to Chief Justice, M. K Sharma; Principal District and Sessions Judge Reasi, Suresh Chander Katal; CJM Reasi, Geeta Kumari; Secretary DLSA Reasi, Pooja Gupta; Sub-Judge Katra, Sidhant Vaid; Munsiff Katra, Vishal Bharti; President and members of Bar Association Reasi and Katra were also present on the occasion.

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 JAMMU, FEBRUARY 19: Under the Public Samvaad initiative launched by the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), a program was organized today in Ward No. 25, Rehari Colony.

 Member of Legislative Assembly, (MLA) Jammu West Arvind Gupta and Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation Dr. Devansh Yadav presided over the function.

Addressing the gathering, the MLA emphasized the importance of community involvement in shaping the future of Jammu. 


Appreciating the Jammu Municipal Corporation for launching Public Samvaad in the Municipal limits, the MLA said that Jammu Municipal Corporation continues to encourage active citizen engagement through such initiatives, ensuring that development efforts align with public needs and aspirations.

Dr. Yadav said that the program served as a platform for open dialogue between citizens and officials, focusing on ensuring public participation in developmental initiatives. He said that all the demands projected by the locals in the Public Samvaad would be looked into and focused attention would be given for their redressal in the budget.

Highlighting various initiatives taken by the JMC for providing improved basic amenities to the people, Dr. Yadav said that JMC has taken up various projects in this regard.

As part of the event, saplings were planted by the dignitaries, reinforcing the commitment to environmental sustainability.  Moreover, a cleanliness pledge was also taken by all participants, underscoring the need for collective efforts in maintaining a clean and green Jammu.

 The locals projected a charter of demands which include repair of street lights, development and maintenance of parks, besides cleanliness of lanes and drains.

Among others present were Joint Commissioner (A) Krishan Lal; Joint Commissioner (H&S) Abdul Star; Deputy Commissioner (North) Sanjay Badyal; Secretary JMC, Chand Singh; Joint Commissioner (Works) Firdous Ahmad Qazi;  and other functionaries of JMC , besides public representatives and a large number of locals.

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Jammu, February 19, 2025: SIBA Events, in association with Jammu & Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation (JKSRTC) and Amandeep Hospital, organized a Free Multispecialty Health Checkup Camp at the JKSRTC premises today. The camp, held from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, was specifically dedicated to the employees and their families of JKSRTC, providing a wide array of health services.

The camp saw an overwhelming response, with a large number of JKSRTC employees and their families availing of the free health checkups and consultations offered by leading specialists from Amandeep Hospital. The initiative aimed to promote health awareness and ensure the well-being of those who serve the public on a daily basis.
The Chief Guest for the occasion, Cabinet Minister Sh. Satish Sharma Ji, inaugurated the health camp and expressed his appreciation for the efforts of SIBA Events in organizing such a beneficial program. Sh. Satish Sharma emphasized the importance of regular health checkups, particularly for those working in the transportation sector, who often face health challenges due to long working hours and physical demands. He lauded the collaboration between SIBA Events, JKSRTC, and Amandeep Hospital for their commitment to the health and welfare of the employees.
Speaking at the event, MD JKSRTC Sh. Rakesh Kumar Srangal emphasized the importance of taking proactive steps to ensure the health and safety of JKSRTC employees, who play a crucial role in the transportation sector. He thanked SIBA Events for their unwavering commitment to public health and for making a positive impact on the lives of employees and their families.
“We believe that a healthy workforce is essential to the success of our corporation, and such initiatives by SIBA Events reflect the commitment to employee welfare. It is our duty to prioritize the well-being of our employees, and I am pleased to see this event addressing their healthcare needs,” said MD JKSRTC.
Noble services for the camp were given by Amandeep Groups of Hospitals(Ortho MO), Shine & Glow by Dr Amit(Skin, Hair & Laser Dermatology and Cosmetology),Sharp Sight Eye Hospital chaten ji , deepak Ajay shoket tanvi (Eye Checkup), SARVAANG AYUGRAH BY Dr Nidhi Rajput & Dr. Krishan Ji, Path Square Labs by Vijay Bhatia ji Ceo director , sharda puri marketing incharge (General Tests), Hear & Clear dr Manas and gulshan ji  (Ears Checkup), Dental team Dr sushma,  and dr Hitasha bharat . Vikrant Dogra Ji, Suraj Ji  from JKSRTC.The health camp offered various services, including general health checkups, blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar tests, eye and dental examinations, and consultations with specialists in cardiology, orthopedics, dermatology, hearing checkup and other fields. The initiative was supported by Jammu & Kashmir Dairy Cooperative Federation (JKDCF), further ensuring the camp’s reach and effectiveness in serving the JKSRTC community.
The employees and their families expressed gratitude for this thoughtful initiative, which not only helped them assess their health but also provided them with valuable insights into maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
SIBA Events, known for organizing impactful community-driven initiatives, received widespread praise for their role in facilitating this health camp, making a significant contribution to the health and well-being of the JKSRTC workforce.
About SIBA Events: SIBA Events is a leading event management company dedicated to creating meaningful and impactful community programs. With a focus on health, education, and social welfare, SIBA Events continues to organize initiatives that address the needs of various sectors and communities.

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JAMMU, FEBRUARY 18: Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation Dr. Devansh Yadav today met with the Swachhata Ambassadors, Influencers, Champions & Volunteers here in the Conference Hall of the Corporation.

During a the interaction, the Commissioner sought their support in promoting the initiatives of Jammu Municipal Corporation for maintaining sanitation in the city and reaching to the public through social media handles. 

The Commissioner welcomed their feedback and views on further improving the sanitation conditions and promoting Swachhata campaign.

 The JMC Commissioner informed them about Swachh Survekshan 2025 launched by the Ministry of Housing & Urban Development & Urban Affairs, Government of India, which is scheduled to start shortly in the Jammu . 

He also mentioned about initiatives launched by JMC  to redress the grievances pertaining to sanitation in a time bound manner. "Recently an initiative viz “Garbage Hotspot Challenge” has been introduced by the Jammu Municipal Corporation wherein the citizens have to spot the garbage vulnerable area and report it on http://myjammu.in. The grievances shall be disposed of within 24 hours of the report," he said. 

The Ambassadors, Influencers, Champions & Volunteers were asked to provide their comments / views regarding the unique initiative of JMC and share on their social media handles such as X account, Instagram & Facebook for wider publicity of the initiative among the public. 

They were also asked to share the feedback link https://sbmurban.org/feedback  among their followers for maximum participation by the public in the feedback component of the Swachh Survekshan 2024. 

Certificates of appreciation were also distributed among the winners of UT Level Painting competition held on waste segregation on the eve of Republic Day 2025.

 The meeting was attended by Joint Commissioner (H&S)  Abdul Star, Health officer Dr. Vinod Sharma and other officials of JMC.

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POONCH, FEBRUARY 18: The District Administration Poonch, in collaboration with the District Industries Centre (DIC), has successfully facilitated the onboarding of the first seller of Pecannut growers from  Poonch on the Amazon platform . This landmark initiative occurred under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal.

This effort is part of the "One District, One Product" program, aimed at promoting local products through district export action plans. The successful registration of the first Pecannut grower on Amazon signifies a pivotal step in enhancing the visibility and market reach of local products, both nationally and internationally.

Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal congratulated Pecannut grower Harpal Singh from Dara Dullian Poonch. He emphasized the importance of establishing a strategic framework designed to improve the standards and production levels of local products. “Our focus is to ensure that local products reach wider markets, providing the necessary resources and facilities to local exporters to enhance their growth,” he stated.

This initiative reflects the commitment of the District Administration to promote local agriculture and enhance the livelihoods of farmers in the Poonch region. The District Export Promotion Committee aims to continue supporting local growers, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed for success in the competitive export market.

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REASI, FEBRUARY 18: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik, who is also the Vice Chairman of Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board (SSKSB), today visited Ransoo to review preparations for the three-day Maha Shivratri Mela 2025, set to begin on February 25. 

During her visit, the DC directed officials to establish multiple registration counters at different locations to facilitate devotees and improve crowd management. She also inspected the bus and taxi stands at Ransoo, ensuring a well-coordinated traffic plan to prevent congestion during the event.

To maintain hygiene and cleanliness, DC Malik instructed officials to install dustbins along the track and near langar areas. She emphasized the need to avoid plastic usage and urged langar organizers to ensure proper sanitation while distributing food. Additionally, she directed authorities to deploy extra well-maintained public toilets near the track to accommodate the large number of visitors.

Adding to this Deputy Commissioner directed for stationing of Fire Services staff and trucks during the whole Mela. She directed XENs to ensure uninterrupted availability of basic amenities like electricity supply and water supply for the convenience of devotees. Deputy Commissioner also directed tourism Department to ensure proper publicity of event and Cultural items that will take place. She emphasised on proper illumination of town to enhance Ambience of the festival.

She emphasised on prioritising public safety and convenience during the event.

The DC stressed on proper security arrangements and the need for additional manpower to ensure a safe and peaceful atmosphere during the mela. She also instructed the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to provide all necessary medical facilities, including ambulances, along the track and near the sacred cave, ensuring timely medical assistance for devotees if needed.

As part of her efforts to enhance the overall experience, DC Malik emphasized the beautification of Ransoo town by improving lighting and maintaining cleanliness. She directed officials to ensure a well-organized and welcoming environment, making the pilgrimage a seamless and spiritually enriching experience for thousands of devotees expected to attend the festival.

EO SSKSB Pardeep kumar, XEN PWD, XEN JPDCL, XEN PHE, Tehsildar Pouni, BDO Pouni, HR Manager accompanied the DC during the visit.

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POONCH, FEBRUARY 18: In a proactive effort to enhance community preparedness and safety, the District Administration Poonch, in collaboration with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), organized a comprehensive day-long disaster rescue training program for students her in the Auditorium Hall of SKC Government Degree College .

 Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal was the chief guest. Other notable attendees included the host College Principal, Tehsildar Haveli, other officers, and a large number of enthusiastic students.

 Experienced trainers from NDRF and SDRF conducted interactive sessions, demonstrating life-saving techniques, the operations of rescue equipment, and crucial actions to take during natural calamities and emergency situations. Students were engaged in hands-on activities, allowing them to practice vital skills that could potentially save lives.

In his address, Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal emphasized the importance of familiarizing oneself with safety measures and the effective use of Disaster Management Kits. "It's crucial for young minds to be well-versed in disaster preparedness. The knowledge and skills you gain today could make a significant difference in emergency situations," he stated.

The initiative aims not only to equip students with the necessary skills but also to foster a culture of safety and resilience within the community. Through such programs, the District Administration Poonch is committed to building a safer environment for all residents.

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 JAMMU, FEBRUARY 18: State Taxes Department (STD), Jammu and Kashmir has intensified its drive against menace of sale suppression and launched massive inspection drive across Jammu division to check GST violations.

Based on inputs generated by various AI tools including Business Intelligence And Fraud Analytics (BIFA), E-way Bills Portal and other components of enforcement wings, the inspections were carried under the guidance of Commissioner State Taxes J&K, P K Bhat and under the supervision of Additional Commissioner (Enforcement and Administration) Jammu, Namrita Dogra.

Led by State Tax Officers, specially constituted teams visited various business units in Rajouri, Kishtwar and Kathua simultaneously to investigate violations under GST Law by verifying documents, physical stock position, bill books etc.

While giving details on these drives, Additional Commissioner (Enforcement and Administration) Jammu, Namrita Dogra said, “The inspections are part of enforcement activity. 13 teams have been constituted to carry out inspections across the division”. She added that teams specifically targeted dealers who were found engaged in sale suppression and fake invoicing.

The State Taxes Department urged the dealers to follow the fair-trade practices and avoid indulging in tax evasion activities or fraudulent practices involving fake ITC.

Furthermore, the department also appealed all taxpayers to practice invoice-based business and report their actual sales and pay the necessary amount of GST in their monthly/quarterly returns to avoid enforcement actions and penalties.

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 POONCH, FEBRUARY 18: An awareness camp on Applications Mobilization Campaigns was organised today here at Regional District Offices by the Fisheries Department Poonch to promote initiatives under Pradhan Mantri-Matasya Kisan Samridhi Sah –Yojna (PM-MKSSY).

The central Sector Scheme launched by Government of India in 2023 -24 shall continue till 2026-27. The scheme aims at on the spot registration of fishers, fish farmers, fish vendors at NFDP portal, submission of application for aquaculture insurance, submission of loan request through NFDP, Availing performance grants for enhancing value chain efficiencies, availing incentives for Adoption & Expansion of Fish and Fish Product Safety & Quality Assurance Systems.

A large number of Fishers including fish farmers, Fishermen, vendors and Fisheries Cooperative Society Poonch participated in the camp and availed benefits of registration under NFDP and evinced keen interest in Aquaculture Insurance and other value chain projects.

Addressing the fishers, Fisheries Development Officer Bharat Bushan  shared an overview of scheme, highlighting key initiatives such as registration on NFDP portal, submission of application for Aquaculture Insurance, availing performance grants for Value Chain and other components of the scheme and urged to avail benefits of the scheme. Further the Officer thanked the CSC operator for conducting the onspot registration of the Fishers.

The camp was attended by Inspector Fisheries Poonch who also shared his valuable thoughts on the scheme and other ongoing Central and UT schemes.

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UDHAMPUR, FEBRUARY 18: A meeting of the District Level Coordination-cum-Implementation Committee for the revival, restoration, preservation and maintenance of architectural and heritage sites was today held here under the chairpersonship of Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai.

The meeting focused on identifying heritage projects for execution under Phase-III and reviewing the progress of previously approved heritage sites in the district. 

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Rajinder Singh, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Prem Singh, DFO Udhampur, Assistant Commissioner Development, Dr Ranjeet Singh Kotwal and other senior officers.

During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on various aspects of heritage site development, including the provision of essential amenities such as toilets, drinking water and lighting facilities.

The committee also reviewed plans for the restoration, preservation and renovation of existing structures, as well as the cleaning and rejuvenation of water bodies and other related works.

DC directed the concerned officers to expedite the process and ensure timely completion of the projects. She instructed them to conduct site visits and prepare the DPRs within a week's time. She emphasized the need to accelerate the ongoing civil works at these heritage sites to enhance their historical and cultural significance.

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