June 2024

SRINAGAR, JUNE 10: Director Information J&K, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a meeting to ensure the seamless arrangements for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2024 as well as review the implementation of J&K Film Policy 2024.

Joint Director Information (Hqs), Vivek Puri; Joint Director Information Jammu, Atul Gupta; Joint Director Information Kashmir, Mohammad Aslam Khan; Deputy Director (AV), Deepak Dubey; Deputy Director (PR) Jammu/Kashmir; Nodal Officer J&K Film Policy, Maheer Thakur; Accounts Officer Directorate, Hitesh Choudhary; along with all District Information Officers and other concerned attended the meeting.

Director Information Jatin Kishore sought feedback from all District Information Officers regarding the preparation for upcoming Yatra as well as availability of manpower, staff, machinery, and other essential Equipments at various key locations along the Yatra route.

During the meeting, officers highlighted several critical issues, including concerns related to manpower shortages, the availability of Public Announcement Systems, and the procurement of suitable transportation services for men and machinery.

The Director emphasized on the installation of hoardings at strategic points along the route to welcome pilgrims, as well as the placement of informative signages to assist and guide the devotees throughout their journey.

Director Information also conducted a review of the J&K Film Policy 2024, aiming to streamline the process of issuing film permissions and provide support to filmmakers and producers.

During the meeting, Jatin Kishore emphasized the significance of the film policy, highlighting it as a top priority for the government. He stressed upon the officers to give special attention to smooth implementation of the policy including timely processing of shooting permissions, underscoring the government’s commitment to the development of the film industry in Jammu and Kashmir.

JAMMU, JUNE 10: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level security review meeting with the officials of J&K Police and Civil Administration, at Police Headquarters, Jammu.

The Lieutenant Governor posted on X:

“Chaired a security review meeting with the officials of J&K Police and Civil Administration. I assure the people that those behind attack on pilgrims in Reasi and those aiding and abetting them will be punished”.

GANDERBAL, JUNE 10: In a proactive stride towards nurturing environmental consciousness, the Youth Services and Sports Department (YSS) Ganderbal orchestrated a series of impactful rallies within educational precincts across Zone Tullamulla.

Timed strategically before the onset of Environmental Week 2024, these rallies aimed to instill a profound sense of duty towards safeguarding our ecosystem among the burgeoning youth populace.

Approximately 300 students, representing a harmonious blend of both genders, fervently participated in these rallies, their voices resounding with impassioned slogans advocating for the preservation of our environment.

As they traversed the expanse of Zone Tullamulla, their unified outcry underscored the exigency of fortifying our planet’s resilience for posterity.

The laudable initiative elicited admiration from all quarters, elucidating the pivotal role of disseminating awareness regarding the pernicious repercussions of environmental degradation.

It accentuates the collective obligation incumbent upon us to steer towards a sustainable trajectory for the generations to come.

Concomitantly, the fervor for sports continued to thrive unabated in Ganderbal, epitomized by the fervent engagement witnessed in the ongoing inter-school zonal level competitions. Zone Tullamulla bore witness to an exhilarating intramural cricket spectacle at MS Waskura, wherein budding athletes fervently vied for selection, showcasing their mettle and determination.

Meanwhile, Zone Kangan orchestrated rigorous selection trials for girls under 17 and under 19 categories in football at the zonal office in Kijpara.

Similarly, Zone Ganderbal played host to selection trials of Handball for boys under 19 at GCOPE Gadoora, attracting an enthusiastic cohort of participants hailing from disparate corners of the zone.

DODA, JUNE 10: The Department of Youth Services and Sports, Doda, continued to foster the spirit of sportsmanship and competition on the third day of the District Level Inter Zonal Tournament at Sports Stadium Doda.

With over 400 enthusiastic students and players representing 10 different zones of District Doda, Day 3 witnessed an exhilarating display of athletics and teamwork.

The day’s events focused on the U/14 Boys Competition, featuring an array of games including Chess, Kabaddi, Volleyball, Badminton, Kho-Kho, and Taekwondo.

Participants showcased their prowess and determination, captivating the audience with their skillful performances.

In an intense display of sportsmanship, the U/14 Boys teams from Bhalessa, Bhalla, and Bhaderwah emerged victorious in Volleyball, Kho-Kho, and Kabaddi, respectively, lifting the coveted trophies in their respective categories.

Their victories underscored the depth of talent and dedication prevalent among young athletes in the region.

The tournament, meticulously organized in accordance with the approved Activity Calendar issued by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports, J&K, was officiated by a selected panel of experts from the department.

The event aimed to provide a platform to the budding players to showcase their skills and compete at District level.

RAMBAN, JUNE 10: In a significant development, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ramban Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary, along with a team of functionaries from stakeholder departments, cleared a major bottleneck on the road connecting Raikote Mandir village and its adjoining habitations. The area was inaccessible, causing much inconvenience to over 300 families in the area.

The DC, alongside Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Varunjeet Singh Charak; Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Gool, Pawan Kumar Goswami; Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) PWD, Naseer Ahmed Wanin and other officials conducted on spot inspection of the site and resolved the issue. The execution work on the 1.5 Kilometer road tendered out at an allotment cost of Rs 63 lakh was held up for the past three years, preventing access to transport services to the residents.

The team led by DC supervised the execution work on the remaining/ held up 0.5 Kilometer, making it possible to move their vehicles on the road in a single day.

To overcome this challenge, the DC persuaded local farmers who had been affected by the road construction to allow its completion. The DC also issued on the spot orders for paying compensation to farmers whose crops got damaged during the road construction process.

The successful clearance of the bottleneck will provide much-needed relief to the residents of village Raikote Mandir and its adjoining areas, ensuring access to essential services and improved connectivity.

SRINAGAR, JUNE 10: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) today urged all interested Solar PV Vendors to get themselves immediately empanelled for implementation of PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana in Kashmir Division.

KPDCL has so far received more than 2000 formal applications and over 4000 registrations from prospective beneficiaries on the National Portal under the Flagship Scheme.

In a press release issued today, a KPDCL spokesperson advised the PV vendors to visit the Corporation’s official website www.kpdcl.jkpdd.net where the Expression of Interest document has been floated. “Vendor empanelment is live as of now. Once they are empanelled, the scheme will be formally launched, extending benefit of Government subsidy to the intended beneficiaries,” the spokesman stated.

KPDCL has also urged the vendors to approach the office of Chief Engineer (Distribution), at Srinagar to facilitate their empanelment.

Highlighting the Scheme benefits, the spokesman stated that under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, a beneficiary shall get Central subsidy of Rs. 33,000/- up to 1 kWp plant, Rs.66,000/-up to 2 kWp & Rs.85,800/- up to and beyond 3 kWp solar rooftop plant. He further stated that the Union Ministry for New & Renewable Energy has also notified the guidelines for PM Surya Ghar Scheme and fixed benchmark cost ceilings for vendors for on-grid solar rooftop plants at Rs.55,000/- for 1 kWp, Rs. 55,000/- from 1-2 kWp & Rs.49,500/- for plant up to and beyond 3 kWp.

One of the key highlights of the Scheme is the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) of the subsidy directly into the accounts of the beneficiaries, who shall also get the incentive of waiver of Technical Feasibility Report for plants up to 10 kWp, the spokesperson added.

KPDCL is targeting 2500 solar rooftop beneficiaries under the PM Surya Ghar Scheme during the current financial year, the spokesman said, adding that by sunset date of 2027, KPDCL will extend the scheme to 33,300 beneficiaries across Kashmir Division.

Srinagar, June 9: Senior BJP leader Hilal Jan extended his heartfelt congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on taking the oath of office for the third consecutive term. In a statement, Jan expressed his admiration for PM Modi’s dedication and leadership, which has garnered widespread support and confidence from the people of India.

Hilal Jan praised the Prime Minister’s vision and commitment to the nation’s progress, highlighting the achievements of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government under Modi’s leadership.

Jan emphasized his belief that the NDA, under the stewardship of PM Modi, will continue to introduce and implement welfare measures that empower all sections of society.

Jan stated, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unwavering dedication to the development and welfare of the country is truly commendable. I am confident that under his leadership, the NDA government will further its mission to empower every citizen, ensuring that the benefits of progress reach every corner of our nation.”

He also expressed hope that the government’s initiatives will foster inclusive growth and bring about substantial improvements in the lives of the general public. Jan highlighted the need for a dedicated Welfare Secretary to oversee and streamline welfare programs, ensuring their effective implementation and outreach to those in need.

“As we embark on this new term, it is crucial to focus on the holistic development of our society. I strongly believe that the introduction of a Welfare Secretary will play a pivotal role in ensuring that welfare schemes are efficiently managed and benefit the intended recipients,” Jan added.

Hilal Jan’s congratulatory message reflects the optimism and expectations of millions of Indians who look forward to continued progress and prosperity under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

DODA, JUNE 09: The highly anticipated District Level Inter-Zonal Tournament, organized by the Department of Youth Services and Sports Doda, is in full swing at Sports Stadium Doda.

The event, held on the directions of the Director of YSS J&K, Subash Chander Chibber and under the guidance of Joint Director Jammu, Ved Parkash, is being supervised by District Youth Services and Sports Officer Sunil Kumar.

The tournament attracted a remarkable turnout, showcasing the enthusiasm and competitive spirit of young athletes from across the district.

On the second day of the tournament, the stadium buzzed with energy as students from ten different zones of District Doda participated in different sports. As many as 360 girls competed energetically in events such as Kabaddi, Volleyball, Badminton, Table Tennis, Chess and Taekwondo. The massive participation underscores the importance of such events in fostering sports culture and encouraging healthy competition among young athletes.

The tournament’s schedule is packed with 23 different games, ensuring a wide range of opportunities for the participants to demonstrate their skills.

Zones including Assar, Bhalla, Bhaderwah, Doda, Ghat, Gundna, Bhalessa, Thathri, Bhatyas and Bhagwah are all vying for glory. On the second day, the girls’ U-17 volleyball final saw Bhaderwah triumph over Gundna with a score of 2-1, while Zone Doda shined in Kabaddi, adding to the excitement and competitive spirit of the event.

The district-level inter-zonal tournament serves as a significant platform for athletes to showcase their talent and compete against peers from different zones.

SRINAGAR, JUNE 09: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha extended his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on taking the oath for third term as Prime Minister of India.

The Lt Governor posted on X:

“Historic moment for Bharat! Congratulations to Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji on taking the oath for 3rd term as Prime Minister of India. Under your visionary leadership, the nation will continue to move forward on the path of peace, progress, prosperity & achieve newer heights”.