Kupwara, Oct 29 : As part of the ongoing observance of Police Commemoration Day 2024 and Police Flag Day, District Police Kupwara conducted two programmes today to honour the sacrifices of our brave martyrs and strengthen community engagement. The first programme was a Debate Competition held at the Auditorium Hall of Govt Higher Secondary School, Kupwara, where students from various schools across the district participated in an interactive debate on the topic "Role of Police in Nation Building." The students delivered insightful perspectives on the vital role of police in upholding law and order,promoting unity, and contributing to the overall…
Kupwara, Aug 7; In a significant initiative under the ongoing Swachhata Pakhwada 2024, the Department of Social Forestry Division, Kupwara in collaboration with the District Administration Kupwara, on Wednesday organized a plantation drive on the theme “Ek Ped Shaheedo Ke Naam” “Ek Ped Ma ke Naam” in the premises of Galizoo Sports stadium Kupwara. On the directions of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan, the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kupwara, Mohammad Rouf Rehman led the plantation drive by planting a tree in the premises of Galizoo Sports stadium. The event aimed to honor the sacrifices of martyrs of the…
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…
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.…
Baramulla: In commemoration of World Environment Day, the Kamraj Forest Division organized extensive cleanliness drives at prominent ecological sites across Kupwara and Baramulla districts. These initiatives, led by forest officials and supported by enthusiastic student volunteers, aimed to reduce pollutants and mitigate environmental hazards in the region. The main activities took place at Montane Ecopark Rampora Rajpora, located within the Kandi Forest Range of Baramulla. Here, a dedicated team focused on cleaning the park and its surroundings. Parallel efforts were also seen at Nagriwari Eco-Park in the Kupwara Range, highlighting the division's commitment to preserving the natural beauty and ecological…
SRINAGAR, MAY 27: Commissioner Secretary, Industries & Commerce, Vikramjit Singh, today chaired the 14th Board of Directors (BoDs) meeting of Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) here at Civil Secretariat. The meeting was attended by Secretary, Rural Development Department, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, who as one of the Directors of the organization, shared his valuable insights on various agenda items discussed in the meeting. Khalid Jahangir, Managing Director, JKTPO, Mahmood Ahmad Shah, Director, Handicrafts & Handlooms Department, Kashmir, Tej Krishan Bhat, Special Secretary, Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Association and Rakesh Kumar, Additional Secretary, Finance Department were among the…
KUPWARA, MAY 22: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan today visited the shrine of Zatie Shahwali at Drugmulla to take stock of on-ground arrangements made for annual Urs celebration. On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner took stock of the arrangements made by different departments for the devotees visiting the shrine for Urs celebration. She interacted with Auqaf committee members and enquired their feedback about the arrangements put in place by district adminstration for smooth conduct of urs at revered shrine of Zaiti Shahwali sahib. The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to ensure fool proof arrangements on ground so that…
Kupwara, May 18: The scores of enthusiastic voters today thronged the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) programme organized at picturesque Keran area on Zero Line , conveying their eagerness to participate in Lok Sabha elections on May 20, by choosing their right representative through the power of their ballot. The mega event, which was organized on the directions of District Election Officer(DEO) Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan, featured multiple activities, including, sports activities, Tug of War and Cultural performances like folk dance and folk songs showcased the vibrant talent among the local youth and the students. A Tiranga rally…
KUPWARA,MAY 9: The Additional Deputy Commissioner,(ADC),Handwara, Aziz Ahmad Rather, who is also ARO AC-5 Handwara, today visited various polling stations of Vilgam to inspect Assured Minimum Facilities (AMFs) and meticulously took the first hand appraisal of the preparedness for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.The inspection was aimed to ensure that all polling stations are accessible to voters especially to specially-abled persons.Ramp access, electricity, water supply, drinking water and other facilities were reviewed.During the visit, the ARO inspected polling stations including Dolipora,Kukroosa,Kalipora,Zaffarkani,Waisa and various other Polling stations.The ARO emphasized the concerned departments for ensuring all the required facilities at the polling…
KUPWARA, May 4 :The Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Handwara, Aziz Ahmad Rather who is also ARO AC-5 Handwara today visited various polling stations of Block Drugmulla, inspected Assured Minimum Facilities (AMF) and reviewed the preparedness for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.The inspection was aimed to ensure that all polling stations are accessible to voters especially to specially-abled persons. Ramp access, electricity,water supply,drinking water and other facilities were reviewed.During the visit, the ARO inspected Polling Station Drugmulla, Chayalpati, Shatmuqam , Bramri, Shalpora, Radbugh and various other stations.The ARO emphasized the concerned departments for ensuring all required facilities at the polling stations…