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Police facilitates Police Community Partnership Group (PCPG) meeting in Handwara

Police facilitates Police Community Partnership Group (PCPG) meeting in Handwara

Handwara, March 16 : Continuing unwavering efforts to bridge the gap between police & public, Police in Handwara facilitated a Police Community Partnership Group meeting (PCPG) at Police Post Magam. The meeting was chaired by ASP Handwara and was attended by all the Numberdars, Chowkidars and respectable citizens of concerned area including members of Auqaf Committies etc.On the occasion, the participants highlighted various issues of public importance and they were assured by the chairing officer that their genuine grievances pertaining to police will be resolved on priority and that of civil administration will be taken up with the concerned departments…
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Lok Sabha Election-2024: Training for employees held at Bandipora

Lok Sabha Election-2024: Training for employees held at Bandipora

BANDIPORA, MARCH 15: In preparations to Lok Sabha election 2024, the District Election Office Bandipora on Friday organised a training programme for employees of various Departments at mini secretariat Bandipora. The training programme was aimed to provide employees hands-on experience in conducting polls and handling different poll process during Lok Sabha Election-2024. The training was provided by Master Trainer Manzoor Ahmad Bhat in presence of Election Nodal Officer/ExEn R&B Asadullah Najar. On the occasion Master trainer highlighted role of employees in facilitating the election process.Emphasis was placed on upholding ethical standards throughout the electoral process, including maintaining neutrality, confidentiality, and…
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DC Bandipora kick Starts Chinar Plantation Drive

DC Bandipora kick Starts Chinar Plantation Drive

Bandipora March 15: To mark the celebration of Chinar Day, Deputy Commissioner Bandipora Shakeel ul Rehman on Friday kick-started chinar plantation drive by planting a chinar sapling in the premises of Mini Secretariat, Bandipora. ADC Bandipora Umar Shafi Pandit, ACD Bandipora Peer Mumtaz Ahmad besides officers and officials of Floriculture Department were present on the occasion. In addition to Mini Secretariat Bandipora, the plantation of chinar saplings was also held at Nishat Park Bandipora and Wullar Vantage Park, Garoora. On the occasion, the concerned officials of the floriculture department informed that around 150 Chinar saplings are available with District Floriculture…
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ADC Handwara kickstarts plantation drive at Handwara, Langate

ADC Handwara kickstarts plantation drive at Handwara, Langate

KUPWARA, MARCH 15: The Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Handwara, Aziz Ahmad Rather today kickstarted plantation drive at Children Park Handwara and Public Park Langate by planting Chinar saplings. Tehsildar Langate and concerned officers were present on the occasion. The Plantation drive was conducted by Floriculture department under the theme of Saving Chinar Trees. It was informed that the plantation drive was carried in entire valley and a set target of 10,000 chinar saplings have to be achieved. On the occasion, the ADC impressed upon the concerned officers to encourage the people to plant more and more trees in their surroundings…
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DC B’la kick starts a mega Chinar Plantation Drive at Uri

DC B’la kick starts a mega Chinar Plantation Drive at Uri

Urges for collective action from all for protection of our environment BARAMULLA, MARCH 15: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, in presence of Director Floriculture Kashmir, Farooq Ahmad Rather Friday kick-started a mega Chinar plantation drive at Uri, here.SDM Uri, Javaid Ahmad Rather; Commander 12 Infantry, Brigade Kuldeep Singh Dyha and District Floriculture Officer Baramulla were present at the event.The plantation drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from officials, local community members, and volunteers, all joining hands to contribute to the greening of their surroundings.The event kicked off with a ceremonial planting of Chinar sapling, symbolizing the commitment of the authorities…
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Handwara Police Cracks Down on Illegal Mineral Extraction and Transportation

Handwara Police Cracks Down on Illegal Mineral Extraction and Transportation

Handwara, March 15: In a significant crackdown on illegal mineral extraction and transportation, Handwara Police seized and fined six vehicles bearing registration numbers JK13E-2804, JK01AJ-0543, and JK1AH-2552, along with a tractor chassis numbered AZUDR1046001S3. Additionally, bearing numbers JK09C-7853 and Ch. No. 0013 were seized and fined and as part of this operation.Under the authority of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, stringent action has been taken against the violators involved in these illicit activities. Handwara Police remains committed to upholding the law and ensuring the protection of natural resources. This operation underscores our unwavering resolve to combat illegal…
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Financial support to 14110  building and construction workers paid  at Kupwara

Financial support to 14110 building and construction workers paid at Kupwara

Kupwara, March 15, In a testament to unwavering dedication towards the welfare of workers, the Deputy Commisioner Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan was presented a cheque to the tune of Rs. 6,14,36,000/ covering 14110 beneficiaries by Assistant Commisioner Labour Kupwara today.. The cheque was specifically earmarked for registered beneficiaries of the Jammu And Kashmir Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB), aimed at providing essential financial support for educational assistance. This initiative mirrors the resolute commitment of the Kupwara administration, under the leadership of the Assistant Labour Commissioner, to stand by and uplift those grappling with challenging circumstances. The distribution…
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DDMA Kupwara approves 46 Relief Cases under SDRF Norms

DDMA Kupwara approves 46 Relief Cases under SDRF Norms

KUPWARA, March 15: District Disaster Management Committee, (DDMA) Kupwara today approved 46 relief cases in favour of the disaster affected persons of Kupwara district.The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan who is also Chairperson of District Disaster Management Authority , chaired the meeting and took a case wise review of all the claims pertaining to loss of lives, property and livestock damages.During the meeting, a total of 49 cases, relating to the damage of residential houses and loss of livestock, and DDM death cases, were put forth for discussion, out of which 46 cases amounting to Rs 34. 24…
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DC Kupwara chairs DGRC meeting to review grievances, implementation of AB- PMJAY

DC Kupwara chairs DGRC meeting to review grievances, implementation of AB- PMJAY

Kupwara, March 14: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan today chaired a meeting of the District Grievances Redressal Committee (DGRC) to review the status of grievances and implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY).The meeting was attended by CMO Kupwara, Dr.Ramzan, Medical Superintendents; DH Handwara, SDH Kupwara, and other concerned officials.The committee members were apprised of their roles and responsibilities in ensuring the swift resolution of grievances related to the AB-PMJAY during the meeting.The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the significance of efficiency and directed the members to actively monitor the grievances database, ensuring that all issues are…
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Admin intensifies Market checking at Kupwara and other towns of district

Admin intensifies Market checking at Kupwara and other towns of district

Kupwara, March 14:On the directions of Deputy Commisioner Kupwara, Ms.Ayushi Sudan , a Market Checking team headed by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara, Muhammad Rouf Rehman, On Thursday conducted an intensified market checking in various parts of the Kupwara town .The drive was conducted to ensure all essential commodities are sold at Government approved rates as per the quality standards with sufficient availability of consumables.The market checking team comprised of Tehsildar Kupwara, Nayaz Ahmad Bhat, officers from Police, FCS&CA, , Municipal council Kupwara, Legal metrology, and Food safety departments conducted intensive market checking in different markets of Kupwara town and inspected…
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