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Kupwara – Arms, ammunition and explosives recovered in Dardpora Kralpora

Kupwara – Arms, ammunition and explosives recovered in Dardpora Kralpora

Kupwara, July 02 : Based on specific inputs from Kupwara Police a Joint Search Operation was launched by Kupwara Police, Army and BSF in general area of Nangari Forest, Dardpora Kralpora, Kupwara. A Significant Cache of arms, ammunition and explosives were recovered. The search operation yielded recovery of heavy quantity of war-like stores, which included:8 AK Magazines,445 live AK rounds,1 Pistol,3 Pistol magazines,13 live Pistol rounds and1 Hand garnade.
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Notorious Timber Smuggler Evading PSA Warrant Apprehended in Lolab

Notorious Timber Smuggler Evading PSA Warrant Apprehended in Lolab

Kupwara : Today SHO PS Lalpora under the Supervision of DYSP PC Lolab and overall supervision of Sr. Superintendent of Police District Kupwara on 30-06-2024 arrested a notorious timber smuggler namely Fareed Ahmad Lohar S/o Wali Mohd Lohar R/o Dever Lolab who was absconding from PSA warrant from last 01 year. The general public hailed the action of Police against such criminals in the society. The action has delivered a major blow to the forest smugglers who always damage to the Government/public property.
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Chairman DDC Kupwara reviews progress under District CAPEX Budget

Chairman DDC Kupwara reviews progress under District CAPEX Budget

KUPWARA, JULY 1: Chairman, District Development Council (DDC), Kupwara, Irfan Sultan Panditpori today chaired the council meeting in the meeting Hall of DC Office Complex to review the progress of various developmental projects under CAPEX Budget 2024-25. Vice-Chairman, District Development Council, Haji Farooq Ahmad Mir; Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan, CEO DDC, Gulzar Ahmad Bhat; ADC Kupwara, ADC Handwara, Members of District Development Council, besides, District and Sectoral Officers attended the meeting. At the outset, the CPO Kupwara, presented a detailed overview of the ongoing and completed projects under District CAPEX Budget 2024-25 including Minor Irrigation, R&B, Elementary Education,…
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Much awaited Lolab Parallel Bypass road opened for regular traffic

Much awaited Lolab Parallel Bypass road opened for regular traffic

The 1.273 km road which was a long pending demand of the people of Lolab sub division have been constructed at a cost of Rs.98 lakh by R&B Department. The road will facilitate the Lolab bound vehicles in smooth movement towards Kupwara-Srinagar national highway and shall reduce the traffic congestion around Kupwara bus stand. Meanwhile, various stakeholders including civil society members and common people have expressed their gratitude towards District Administration Kupwara for resolving their long pending demand of the alternative bypass road which will reduce the suffering of commuters from unnecessary traffic mess. Later, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the…
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Police arrests 03 drug peddlers in Kupwara

Police arrests 03 drug peddlers in Kupwara

Kupwara, June 27: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested three drug peddlers in Kupwara and recovered contraband substances from their possession. A police party of Police Post Bazar Kupwara headed by In-charge Police Post Bazar Kupwara checkpoint established at main market Kupwara, intercepted three persons identified as 1. Ashiq Hussain Sheikh S/O Gh Rasool R/O Lalpora 2. PARVAIZ Ahmad Kataria S/O Raj 3. Arif Ahmad Magray S/O Gh Mohi Din R/O Kandi Dragmullha during search, Charas like substance were recovered from there possession. All three drug peddlers have been arrested and…
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Security forces recover arms, ammunition during search operation in Lolab kupwara

Security forces recover arms, ammunition during search operation in Lolab kupwara

Kupwara, June 27 : Acting on a specific information/input a search operaton was launched by Police and Army 28/ RR , 47 RR and 162 BN CRPF in the forest area of Andernard Gagal forest area during search operation Arms/ammunition Ak47 Mag=02 No,Ak47 Rds=199 Rds,RPG Shell=01 No, Chines H. Grenade =04 Nos , M-17 H. Grenades=04 Nos were recovered which were hidden by the unknown terrorists/ OGWs for carrying out terrorist activities in the area of Lolab in this regard case FIR No. 37/2024 U/S 7/27 I a Act, 13,18,20,23,39 UA(P) Act registered and investigation taken. This operation has delivered…
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International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking Observed by District Police Kupwara

International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking Observed by District Police Kupwara

Kupwara, 26 June 2024: In observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the District Police Kupwara organized seminars, rallies, and pledge ceremonies across all police stations in the district. These events were led by senior police officers, respected community members, and, notably, students who played an active role in the activities. The main program was held at the District Police Lines (DPL) Kupwara, beginning with a seminar. During this seminar, students engaged in an interactive session with Sh Gh Mohd Bhat- JKPS, Additional SP Kupwara, discussing the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of staying…
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“International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking” observed in Kupwara district

“International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking” observed in Kupwara district

Kupwara, June 26: To commemorate the “international day against drug abuse & illicit trafficking”, the District Administration on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan(IAS) organized several events including awareness campaigns, Rallies, cross country Run, Painting and quiz competitions across the district to educate people about the dangers of drug abuse and promote healthy lifestyles. A mega awareness programme “victims of Drug Abuse and Eradication of drug Menace” was organized by District Legal Service Authority (DLSA) in collaboration with Education department Kupwara at Government Boys higher secondary School Kupwara which was presided over by the Deputy…
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Dudwan Reds Clinch Bohipora T12 Cup with Thrilling 57-Run Victory over Ink Spot 11

Dudwan Reds Clinch Bohipora T12 Cup with Thrilling 57-Run Victory over Ink Spot 11

Shahid Peer Kupwara : In thrilling finale at the Bohipora Cricket Ground,. Dudwan Reds triumphed over Ink Spot 11 by 57 runs, clinching the Bohipora T12 Cup. After winning the toss, Dudwan Reds chose to bat first, setting an imposing target of 136/5 in their allotted 12 overs. Openers Peer Usaib (18 off 7) and Peer Akash (35 off 20) provided a strong start, attacking the opposition bowlers from the outset. Despite the early dismissal of all-rounder Abrar Peer for a duck, Aamir Lefty’s explosive innings of 51 off 24 balls, supported by Wajid Pir’s 18, pushed the Reds to…
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DC Kupwara reviews preparedness for Supervisor Recruitment Exam

DC Kupwara reviews preparedness for Supervisor Recruitment Exam

Kupwara, June 22: Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara Ms. Ayushi Sudan (IAS) today presided over a comprehensive meeting at the DC office complex to review the preparedness for the OMR based exam of Supervisor Social Welfare Department, being conducted by JKSSRB on 23-06-2924.The meeting focused on meticulous review of logistics plans for the examination day and ensuring a free, fair and seamless examination process. The Deputy Commissioner issued crucial directives to Magistrates, Observers, centre Superintendents, Principals, invigilators and stakeholder departments, emphasizing the imperative of a transparent and equitable examination environment and upholding of SOPs that facilitate the smooth conduct of the examination.…
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