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Kupwara, October 27: The District Level Coordination Committee (DLCC) meeting was today held at DC Office Chamber, Kupwara under the chairmanship of District Development Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS) to review the National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) and the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act, 2003 (COTPA-2003) in the district. During the meeting, DC emphasized strict enforcement of tobacco control measures, particularly in public places and educational institutions, and directed all stakeholder departments to ensure visible compliance of COTPA-2003 provisions across the district. The DC stressed on effective implementation of the Tobacco-Free Educational Institution (ToFEI) guidelines and directed the Education…

KUPWARA, OCTOBER 27: District Administration Kupwara in collaboration with Anti Corruption Bureau J&K today organized a one day workshop on the beginning of ‘Vigilance Awareness Week-2025’ at D.C Office Complex Kupwara. The workshop was presided over by Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse.Additional Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Gulzar Ahmad, ACR Kupwara, ACD, other officers and large number of employees from various departments attended the workshop. On the occasion, an Integrity Pledge was administered by the Deputy Commissioner to the participants aiming at to promote integrity, transparency, and accountability in public service delivery. He emphasized the need for maintaining work ethics, morals and…

KUPWARA, OCTOBER 27: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse today convened a meetings of concerned officers to review the progress of developmental works under District CAPEX Budget 2025-26. At the outset, the CPO Kupwara, presented a detailed overview of the ongoing and completed projects under District CAPEX Budget 2025-26 pertaining to various departments including R&B, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Youth Services & Sports, Health, PHE, Minor Irrigation, United Grants, ADF and Samridh SeemaYojna. The meeting was informed that total approved outlay for the financial year 2025-26 involves Rs.10907.83 lakh, and funds released as on date is Rs.6882.03 lakh.On the…

Kupwara, October 27: District Police Kupwara today organised a vibrant ‘Run for Unity’ from Goosu to District Police Lines Kupwara to pay tribute to the brave police martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. SSP Kupwara Shri Al Tahir Gilani graced the occasion as Chief Guest and encouraged participants to uphold the spirit of unity, discipline, and community service. Over 230 participants from different walks of life took part in the event with great enthusiasm and sportsmanship. The initiative aimed to foster harmony, patriotism, and stronger police-public relations. Winners from various categories were felicitated by the…

KUPWARA, OCTOBER 22: Rahil Amin (JKAS) today assumed the Charge of Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) Kupwara. After assumption of charge, he chaired an introductory meeting with the employees of the ALC Office and reviewed the functioning of the Department in the District. The ALC enjoined upon the officials to work in complete Synergy and team spirit with special focus on outreaching to the targeted beneficiaries so that they can avail benefits under different labour welfare schemes.

A Joint Initiative by the Indian Army, ASEEM Foundation & State Government Kupwara : In a historic stride towards transforming border villages into self-reliant and sustainable communities, the Indian Army, in collaboration with ASEEM Foundation and the Government of Jammu & Kashmir, inaugurated Project ROSHNI under the Vibrant Village Programme at the remote border village of Keran. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Smt. Chinta Devi, Veer Nari and wife of Late Nb Sub Chuni Lal, AC (P), VrC, SM — one of the most decorated soldiers of the Indian Army. Her presence symbolized courage, sacrifice, and the unwavering bond between the nation and its defenders.Implemented under the aegis of 6 Rashtriya Rifles Battalion…

Srinagar, Oct 13: Despite the release of funds to the district level, employees under the National Health Mission (NHM) have expressed deep resentment over the continued delay in the disbursement of their monthly salaries.President NHM, Muneer Andrabi said that while funds have been allocated by the government, their salaries remain unpaid—leaving many of them in distress. “We have been on the frontlines, performing our duties diligently, even in the most challenging circumstances. Yet, we are being treated unfairly.""With Diwali fast approaching, we are still awaiting our monthly wages, which have been pending for the over three months now", Andrabi added,Another…

Kupwara , 10 Oct : As per the plan of action 2025 and clandar of activities for the month of october Tahsil legal servers committee tangdhar under the ages of District Lgal services Authority kupwara under order no DLSA/KUP2025/474 DATED 29-09-2025 organises Awareness and Action programme on world mental health day today on 10_10_2025 at Army good will school teetwal karnah In observance of World Mental Health Day 2025, legal aid clinic Teetwal karnah under the supervision of Chairman Tehsil legal services committee Tangdhar karnah/ Munsiff Tangdhar Mr Mansoor Ahmad Mir .This collaboration with army Good will school in raising…

Kupwara, October 8: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS) today convened a meeting of concerned officers at the DC Office Complex to review the progress and resolve the issues related to the establishment of the Kendriya Vidyalaya Kupwara. During the meeting, the DC directed concerned Tehsildar to demarcate the land identified for the project as requested Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan. He further instructed the District Education Planning Officer, Kupwara to finalize the registration formalities and submit the same within three days. The DC also directed the nodal officer for KV Drugmulla i.e. Principal Kendriya Vidyalaya Baramulla to make necessary…

Control room set up, uninterrupted supply of essential services being ensured Kupwara, Oct 06:District Disaster Management Authority Kupwara has issued a weather advisory in light of ongoing moderate to heavy rain and snowfall in the district due to an active western disturbance. Residents, especially those in vulnerable and hilly areas such as Keran, Karnah, Machil, and other locations near rivers, nallahs, and landslide-prone zones, are advised to avoid avalanche-prone and slippery areas and refrain from unnecessary travel until weather conditions improve. All district and sectoral officers from departments including Irrigation & Flood Control, Jal Shakti (PHE), Power Development (PDD), Roads…