Jammu & Kashmir

As part of public outreach programme, Thana Diwas an initiative of Government of J&K, was organised by Police at Police Station Handwara.

The Programme was chaired by SP Handwara Sandeep Gupta-IPS. ASP Handwara, SDPO Handwara, SHO PS Handwara and other officers and officials were also present on the occasion.

The meeting was attended by Chairman Municipal Committee Handwara Masroor Ahmad Banday, Sarpanches, Panches, Civil Society members and respectable persons of the area were also present on the occasion.

During the Programme, participants highlighted various issues of public importance, and they were assured 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 for their early redressal. While speaking on the occasion, it was reiterated that policing at grassroot level in the District would be revamped to enhance proficiencies of the cops and to develop confidence among the people.

SP Handwara while speaking on the occasion, said that Thana Diwas is an initiative started by the Government of J&K to bridge the gap between Police and Public and also to hear and redress the grievances of common masses.

SP Handwara further added that Community policing is mandatory to boost public confidence which would help in fighting against crime and social evils. Referring to the criminal activities in the area, it was stressed upon the officers to brace up with a missionary spirit to fight against drug abuse and eradicate other social evils from the society and to take a pledge to serve the society with missionary spirit and maintain the dignity of force.

While urging for better policing, SP Handwara exhorted officers to dispose off public grievances at grassroot level on priority and patiently.“`

Jammu, April 16: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today released a book titled “Kashmir- Itihas aur Parampara” written by Kumar Nirmalendu, at the Raj Bhavan.

The book on Kashmir’s history and traditions presents a detailed account on the various historical and mythological aspects of the region from the Mahabharata times.

It also covers the untouched aspects of Kashmir’s history; ancient traditions and culture; ancient and medieval political situation; socio-economic conditions, besides religious and social landscape.

It was informed that various sources including Neelmat Purana; Rajatarangini by Kalhana, Jonaraja, Shrivara, Prajyabhatta, Shuka, and accounts of foreign travelers including Hiuen-Tsang and Al-Beruni were objectively used for an in-depth and accurate explanation for the readers.

The Lt Governor lauded the efforts of the writer in presenting research and evidence based authentic account on the history and culture of Kashmir. The book provides a comprehensive view with new facts and insights to the readers, he said.

He congratulated the writer and wished him success for his notable effort.

Sant Patti Baba from Varanasi was also present during the Book Launch.

Srinagar, 16 April: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President and MP from Srinagar Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President Omar Abdullah have greeted people on the auspicious occasion of the annual Urs Observance of Hazrat Zain Ud Din Wali Reshi (RA) at Ashmuqam.

In his message, Dr. Farooq said, “I felicitate the people on the auspicious eve, hoping that the day will augur well for the increased prospects of peace and prosperity in the region,” he said.

In his message Omar Abdullah said, “I hope this auspicious Urs renews and strengthens the bonds of brotherhood between different sections of people in JK,” he said.

Among others Party General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar, Additional General Secretary Dr. Sheikh Mustufa Kamal, Provincial President Nasir Aslam Wani, MP Anantnag Hasnain Masoodi, Senior Leader Sakina Itoo, State Spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar, South Zone President Dr. Bashir Ahmed Veeri, District Presidents Altaf Ahmed Wani, Abdul Majeed Bhat Larmi, Riyaz Khan, Peer Muhammad Hussain, Muhammad Khalil Band and block level functionaries have also greeted people on the urs.

BANDIPORA, APRIL 16: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Dr. Owais Ahmad today took review of arrangements to facilitate the annual migration of tribal population.

The meeting held threadbare discussions on various issues related to annual migration of tribal population and the required interventions of Civil, Police and Army authorities for hassle free movement.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC said that the District Administration Bandipora has already released a survey report providing a reliable database of Migratory Tribal population which will help to identify problems faced by the Tribals during migration period and the necessary interventions of the concerned departments.

The DC asked the concerned SHOs of Bandipora, Aragam, Pethkoot and Sumbal to register the tribal population passing through their police station. He urged them to register all the details related to the number of persons, livestock details as well as licensed weapon details.

He asked the DSHO and CAHO Bandipora to establish necessary medical camps at various places for ensuring vaccination and other medical support to the animals in addition to the camps in pastures.

The DC also asked CMO Bandipora to establish medical camps in consultation with DSHO for providing necessary medical support to the tribal population.

He asked the CEO B’pora to ensure proper functioning of mobile schools. He also asked Assistant Director Food to ensure adequate provision of Ration to the tribal population.

Dr. Owais said, all the necessary arrangements are put in place to ensure hassle free and smooth movement of migratory tribal population besides providing all necessary facilities.

The meeting was attended by ADDC Bandipora Ali Afsar Khan, Commanding Officer 14RR, Representatives of 26 AR, 13RR, Joint Director Planning Imtiyaz Ahmad, SDM Gurez, CMO Bandipora , Chief Animal Husbandry Officer (CAHO) Bandipora, District Sheep Husbandry Officer Bandipora (DSHO), Assistant Director Food, DySP HQ Bandipora and other concerned officers.

Srinagar, April 16:- Chamber of Commerce and Industry Kashmir (CCIK) has formed Committe of Young Entrepreneurs and elected Adnan Shah of Fashion Fiesta as its Chairman.

CCIK President Tariq Rashid Ghani felicitated Shah for his election as Committee Chairman.

Shah owns Valley’s fastest growing apparel chain Fashion Fiesta.

The Young Entrepreneurs Committee has been formed to help and promote youth in the chosen line of businesses.

Speaking on the occasion, Shah said youth have lot of talent but are hesitant to foray into business venture due to less exposure to economic activities.
He said the forum will try to attract youth to business and assist them in marketing their products.

The YEF Committee Chairman further siad Kashmir posses immense potential in business sectors as very less industries have been set up here while the Valley has largely been dependent as consumers.
On the occasion, many youth joined the Foum so that they get handholding for business development.

CCIK President said youth is power and backbone of any region who can change the economic dynamics.
He said the Chamber would also launch Committee for the young women entrepreneurs so that women entrepreneurs can avail all startup schemes.

In a press Statement issued today Bali said that NHM workers are the backbone of health sector of J&K and they have been rendering their laudable services with honesty and dedication. He further said that during Our break if Covid 19 pandemic , these health workers worked day and night and saved the precious lives of people and they were the frontline corona warriors .therefore keeping in view their services for the society , their pertinent issues may be resolved forthwith.

Independent Sarpanch’s Body Found In Orchard

Srinagar, April 15: An independent Sarpanch was shot dead by militants in Pattan area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Friday, officials said.

They said bullet ridden body of the Sarpanch, Manzoor Ahmad Bangroo son of Mohammad Sadiq of Goshbugh area of Pattan was found in orchard, Rakh area, and was taken to hospital. The doctors declared Manzoor dead on arrival.

A police official while confirming the incident told GNS that entire area has been cordoned off and a manhunt has been launched to trace the attacker (s).

Meanwhile police in a tweet said militants fired upon and killed one Manzoor Ahmad Bangroo (an Independent Sarpanch) at Goshbugh area of Pattan, Baramulla. “Area has been cordoned off & search to track the involved (militants) is in progress,” police said. (GNS)

Baramulla, Apr 15: Unknown gunmen shot dead a BJP Sarpanch in an orchard at Goush-bugh village of Pattan in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Friday evening.

Official sources told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that a sarpanch associated with BJP was shot dead by suspected militants in an orchard at Goush-bugh village this evening.

The Sarpanch has been identified as Manzoor Ahmad Bangroo of Goush-bugh.

Meanwhile, the area has been cordoned off by security forces and the search operation has launched to nab the attackers—(KNO)

JAMMU, APRIL 15: Apni Party President Syed Mohammed Altaf Bukhari today called on J&K National Panthers Party Chief Patron, Prof Bhim Singh.

As per the press release, Altaf Bukhari visited the residence of Bhim Singh to know about his well being as he was unwell from the last several days and also remained hospitalized.

During his visit, Bukhari assured him that they will provide all possible help and accordingly, tasked a senior politician from Apni Party to look after the needs of the JKNPP’s founder Bhim Singh.

He prayed for his early recovery from the ailing health. Late, Syed Mohammed Iqbal Bukhari, father of Altaf Bukhari, was a close friend of Bhim Singh and both had a long association.

On this occasion, Provincial President Jammu, Manjit Singh, Provincial Vice President, Ex-MLA Faqir Nath, President, Apni Trade Union, Ajaz Kazmi, Provincial Jalaj Chaudhary President Youth Wing Vipul Bali, District Vice President Jammu Urban, Vaibav Mattoo, Provincial Secretary Youth Wing Vishal Jotshi, Senior Vice President Youth Wing, Sandeep Vaid, Abinav Gupta and others.

Strategy to be formulated for Shri Amarnath yatra

JAMMU, Apr 15: Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Director Intelligence Bureau (IB) Arvind Kumar and other senior officers of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs today reached Srinagar and visited different parts of the City to assess security situation while they will formally review preparedness for annual pilgrimage of Shri Amarnath Ji and militancy related situation in the Valley at 11 am tomorrow with top civil, police, Intelligence and other officers of Jammu and Kashmir.

Bhalla, Kumar and other senior officers of the MHA and security agencies, on their arrival to Srinagar on a two-day visit, toured different parts of Srinagar City for on-spot assessment of the situation in the wake of attacks on civilians and security personnel ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Jammu on April 24 and annual pilgrimage of Shri Amarnath Ji in South Kashmir Himalayas which is scheduled to start on June 30 and last 43 days till August 11.

However, Bhalla will review security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir especially in the Valley at a high-level meeting in Srinagar at 11 am tomorrow.

The meeting will be attended by top officers of civil and police administration of Jammu and Kashmir, para-military forces, Intelligence agencies and all those associated with Shri
Amarnath Ji yatra.

“All aspects of security situation and arrangements for the annual pilgrimage will come up for review during the high level meeting. A strategy will be worked out to keep security scenario well under control in the Valley,” sources said.

The Home Secretary, Director Intelligence Bureau and other senior officers are expected to return to New Delhi tomorrow evening.

“In view of targeted killings by the militants of civilians, security personnel and attacks on non-locals, the Central as well as UT Governments are not going to take any chance and the Union Home Ministry has already decided to deploy 40,000 additional paramilitary personnel for security of the pilgrims,” sources said.

The yatra has gained all the more importance as it will resume after two years. The pilgrimage was suspended in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID pandemic while it was cut short by about a fortnight in 2019 ahead of Central Government’s August 5 decision to abrogate special status of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcate erstwhile State into two Union Territories of J&K and Ladakh.

This year, the Centre as well as Jammu and Kashmir Governments are expecting around eight lakh pilgrims for Shri Amarnath Ji yatra and arrangements including those related with security and facilities are being made taking this figure into account.

“All these arrangements are part of tomorrow’s security review meeting,” sources pointed out.

This will be the first high level review of security arrangements of Shri Amarnath Ji yatra and more meetings could follow in Jammu and Kashmir as well as New Delhi in the coming days.

“The Government wants violence level to be brought down considerably in Kashmir ahead of the pilgrimage to ensure fool-proof security of the yatris who will reach the Valley from across the country for 43 days long yatra in South Kashmir Himalayas,” sources said.

Though security forces have killed and arrested large number of militants including top commanders and smashed various militant modules in the Valley this year, still the ultras too have been able to strike at the civilians, Panchayat members, security personnel who had come home on leave and non-locals.(By Daily Excelsior )