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Kupwara’s eco-parks attract over 1 lakh tourists, 1,000 trekkers

Kupwara’s eco-parks attract over 1 lakh tourists, 1,000 trekkers

More to come up; seven trekking routes developed to preserve natural beauty: Official Tasaduq Hussain Kupwara, Nov 27 (KNO): With the increasing influx of tourists in north Kashmir's Kupwara district, the eco-parks developed by Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara have become a major attraction, drawing over one lakh visitors and hosting more than 1,000 offbeat destination lovers who trekked on various routes this year. The Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara launched successful initiatives last year to develop ecotourism parks to enhance the tourism potential of the district. Three eco-tourism parks—Nagri Wari at Hatmulla, Kairwan at Dever Lolab and Satbaran at Lastiyal Kalaroos—were…
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Drug Abuse Awareness Seminar and Rally Organized by Sogam Police Station at GDC Sogam

Drug Abuse Awareness Seminar and Rally Organized by Sogam Police Station at GDC Sogam

Sogam, November 25, 2023 — In a proactive initiative under the Civic Action Programme 2023, Sogam Police Station organised a Drug Abuse Awareness Seminar and Rally today at GDC Sogam. The event drew distinguished participants, including Dysp PC Lolab as the chief guest and SHO Sogam. Faculty members and students actively engaged in discussions guided by resource persons Shri Masroor Ahmad SrPo JMIC court Sogam and Dr. Javeed Ahmad from SDH Sogam. The highlight of the program was a spirited debate competition, featuring participants Mehak Hassan, Kawser Manzoor, and Fazil Ganie, who secured top positions and received appreciation certificates and…
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Viksit Bharat Yatra Kickstarts in Kupwara District with Mega event at Kuligam Lolab

Viksit Bharat Yatra Kickstarts in Kupwara District with Mega event at Kuligam Lolab

Kupwara, November 21 : The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra (VBSY) was kickstarted on Tuesday from Kuligam village of Block Wavoora (Lolab) in Kupwara district with a massive participation of people of different areas of Lolab. The District Prabhari Officer to Kupwara district, Rajeev Kumar Tiwari (IFoS) launched the event in presence of the Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara, Ms.Ayushi Sudan and Vice Chairman, District Development Council Kupwara, Haji Farooq Ahmad Mir.Besides, BDC Chairman, Choudhary Rafiq Kataria , District Officers, Sectoral Officers, field functionaries, PRIs, beneficiaries of different centrally sponsored schemes and a huge gathering of people, including men and women participated in…
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DC Kupwara reviews Power scenario in District

DC Kupwara reviews Power scenario in District

Kupwara, Nov 6,The District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kupwara, Ms.Ayushi Sudan on Monday convened a meeting of concerned engineers and Officers to review the power scenario of the district.On the occasion, the DDC stressed upon the officers to ensure close coordination for better results on ground. She directed engineers and Officers to ensure uninterrupted power supply to the consumers as per the curtailment schedule so that the people do not face inconvenience. DC also directed them to ensure completion of all ongoing augmentation projects within the stipulated time frame so that more improvement is seen on the ground.Meanwhile, it was informed…
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DGP visits forward areas in Keran Sector of Kupwara

DGP visits forward areas in Keran Sector of Kupwara

DGP visits forward areas in Keran Sector of Kupwara Lauds combined efforts of Police, security forces in their joint fight against terrorism Srinagar, October 26: The Director General of Police, J&K Shri Dilbag Singh today visited forward areas in the Keran Sector of border district Kupwara in North Kashmir to assess the prevailing situation along the Line of Control (LoC) firsthand. He also visited 28 Div in Kupwara where he was briefed by the officers of Army, Police regarding the border security scenario. During his visit to the District Police Lines (DPL) in Kupwara, the DGP was received by Senior…
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Homeless in Home District: Scores of families in Bandipora’s Shamthan return to roots after over 3 decades

Homeless in Home District: Scores of families in Bandipora’s Shamthan return to roots after over 3 decades

After over three decades of long wait, scores of families in Bandipora’s Shamtahan are returning to their native village with a hope to live a peaceful life ahead. These families were forced to leave the village after facing the severe impact of terrorism. All these years, they were living with their relations with some of them putting up in Kothas many kilometres away from their home. These families have been homeless in their own home district since 1990. The village, which consists of 25 households, has now embarked on a journey to revive their long-deserted homes after two decades, with…
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DC Kupwara distributes Self Defense Kits among girl students

DC Kupwara distributes Self Defense Kits among girl students

KUPWARA, OCTOBER 25: Government Girls Higher Secondary School Kupwara today organized a function to distribute Self Defense Kits among the girl students. Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan was chief guest on the occasion. Principal GHSS Kupwara, Bashir Ahmad Shah; Lt. Col. Sanjay Pawar along with trainers from Skill Development Council, besides, school faculty and large number of students were present on the occasion. Addressing the function, the Deputy Commissioner said that self defense training should be provided to every girl student as it will instill self confidence in them. She appreciated the students for showing their vibrant participation in…
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Administrative Secretary, Mining Department visits Kupwara, presides over Mega Public Darbar at Degree College Kupwara

Administrative Secretary, Mining Department visits Kupwara, presides over Mega Public Darbar at Degree College Kupwara

e- inaugrates several development projects. Kupwara, Oct 25: Administrative Secretary, Mining Department J&K, Dr. Rashmi Singh Wednesday visited Kupwara district, during which she presided over a Mega Public Darbar at Government Boys' Degree College Kupwara to take stock of public grievances and development activities.She also took part in plantation drive and e- inaugurated several developmental projects.The administrative Secretary who is also Mentor Secretary for Kupwara district was received by Chairman District Development Council Kupwara, Irfan Sultan Panditpori, DC Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan, SSP Kupwara, Yougal Manhas, President Municipal Council Kupwara, Reyaz Ahmad Mir, Member DDC Drugmulla, Adv. Amina and ADDC…
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A young Muslim entrepreneur from Kashmir believes in power of diversity and inclusivity.

A young Muslim entrepreneur from Kashmir believes in power of diversity and inclusivity.

The founder of ESOS Global Pvt Ltd, a young Muslim entrepreneur from the picturesque region of Kashmir, embodies the essence of determination and vision. Hailing from the breathtaking paradise on earth, this individual embarked on a journey that has since transformed into a remarkable success story. ESOS Global Pvt Ltd, now seven years old, boasts an impressive portfolio of events and endeavors. When asked about the secret to this success, the founder humbly attributes it to the grace of the Almighty Allah. As a Muslim, they take immense pride in being the driving force behind ESOS Global, showcasing the power…
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DLSA Kupwara holds cleanliness drive at District Court Complex Kupwara

DLSA Kupwara holds cleanliness drive at District Court Complex Kupwara

KUPWARA, OCTOBER 1: On the directions of Principal District & Sessions Judge Kupwara, Ms. Shazia Tabasum, the Distrct Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Kupwara today organized a Cleanliness Drive at District Court Complex Kupwara under the banner of ‘Swachhata Pakhwada-Swachhata Hi Seva’The cleanliness drive which was held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM witnessed participation of Munsiff/JMIC Kupwara, Mir Altaf; Legal Aid Defense Counsels, DSP HQ Kupwara and SHO PS Kupwara. Field Functionaries from Municipal Committee Kupwara, Staff Members and PLVs of DLSA also attended the cleanliness drive.
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