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HIGH COURT OF JAMMU & KASHMIR AND LADAKH

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Srinagar, August 03, 2024: In a concerted effort to advance the protection and welfare of children with disabilities, the Juvenile Justice Committee, High Court of J&K and Ladakh today organized its Annual Consultation on the “Protection of Children with Disabilities” at Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar. The Consultation was inaugurated by the Chief Justice (A), Tashi Rabstan, who is also Chairman, Juvenile Justice Committee, High Court of J&K and Ladakh in the august presence of Justice Atul Sreedharan; Justice Sindhu Sharma; Justice Javed Iqbal Wani; Justice Mohd. Akram Chowdhary and Justice Mohd. Yousuf Wani. The other Hon’ble Judges of High Court of J&K and Ladakh graced the occasion by their virtual presence.
The Consultation meet was organized by the Juvenile Justice Committee, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh under the aegis of Child Welfare Committee, Supreme Court of India in association with UNICEF, and Agri Industries Vikas Chamber and Social Welfare Department, UT of J&K as well as Social and Tribal Affairs Department, UT of Ladakh.
This significant event brought together a distinguished assembly of Heads of various departments, Principal Magistrates JJBs, Medical Officers, Academicians, Police Officers, social activists, and other experts from the UTs of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh to deliberate on the policies, challenges, and pathways to improve the lives of children with disabilities.
The Chief Justice (A) in his inaugural address discussed the critical issues faced by children with disabilities and the efforts needed to provide them with equal opportunities and status. He shared insights on the welfare schemes and the gaps in their implementation, urging all stakeholders to work collaboratively for the betterment of these children.
Justice Rabstan also acknowledged the crucial role of NGOs and social organizations in uplifting the lives of children with disabilities. He called for tapping and channelizing resources from these organizations to organize awareness programs and reach out to the beneficiaries effectively. He also emphasized the importance of collective effort in creating an inclusive society where every child, regardless of their abilities, has the opportunity to thrive. He called upon all stakeholders to work together to ensure that children with disabilities are given the respect, care, and opportunities they deserve.
Mr. Justice Atul Sreedharan, in his address shared the data of children with disabilities to impress upon that the States having good Health Care and educational facilities were having low ratio of children with disabilities.
Ms. Justice Sindhu Sharma, in her keynote address emphasized the importance of safeguarding and empowering children with disabilities. She highlighted the challenges these children face, such as social stigma, discrimination, and limited access to education and healthcare. Justice Sharma called for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of laws, inclusive education, comprehensive healthcare, and social inclusion. She urged society to work together to create an environment where every child can reach their full potential.
Justice Javed Iqbal Wani while delivering his special address, focused on the legislative frameworks that safeguard the rights of children with disabilities, including the Juvenile Justice Act, the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, and other pertinent child protection laws. Justice Wani highlighted the necessity for stringent enforcement of these laws and the crucial role of judicial oversight in ensuring that the rights of children with disabilities are upheld.
In his welcome address, Amit Kumar Gupta, Member Secretary, Juvenile Justice Committee gave an overview of the programme and said that this UT level Consultation is being organized by the JJ Committee with a purpose to discuss comprehensive approaches to uphold and promote the rights and well-being of children with disabilities. The gathering aimed to foster collaboration, share insights, and develop an action plan for the future, ensuring better protection and support for children with disabilities.
The consultation unfolded across a series of meticulously curated technical sessions that illuminated the multifaceted aspects of protection of children with disabilities. The first technical session which was chaired by M. K. Sharma, Pr. Secretary, Hon’ble the Chief Justice, focussed on the topic “Overview of Schemes, Services and Provisions for Children with Disability in the Dept. of Women & Child Development, Social Justice & PRD”. The Resource persons Smt. Sheetal Nanda, Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department, UT of J&K and Smt. Padma Angmo, Commissioner Secretary, Social and Tribal Affairs Department, UT of Ladakh underlined various Govt Welfare Schemes which can be utilized by the Persons with Disability. Sheetal Nanda further highlighted some of the institutional initiatives that would safeguard children with special abilities. The second part of the first session delved upon the Education & Health perspectives of the Schemes and Services for children with disabilities.
The Second and Third technical Sessions were chaired by Rajinder Sapru, Registrar Rules and M. Iqbal Lone, Commissioner, Disabilities respectively wherein focus was laid on the topics “Juvenile Justice and Children with Disabilities synchronization with focus on identification semantics hard and soft skills and infrastructure” and “Way Forward with challenges and opportunities on children with Disability and Child Protection (Focusing on Children in conflict with Law, Children in need of Care and Protection, Skilling/ Workforce strengthening)”. The Resrouce persons were Ms. Bharti Ali, Child Rights & Juvenile Justice Expert and Ms. Renu Anuj Singh, Director, Rural Services, Action for ability development and inclusion.
The last technical session which was chaired by Y. P. Bourney, Director, J&K Judicial Academy focussed on the Police perspective in implementation of schemes and rehabilitation services. Owais Wani, DYSP, JKPS, SDPO Charar-i-Sharief was the resource person for the session.
The inaugural session was physically attended by Ms. Sheetal Nanda, Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department, Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Administrative Secretary, Health and Medical Education, Sh. Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Sh. Achal Sethi, Law Secretary, Yash Paul Bourney, Director, J&K Judicial Academy, M.K Sharma, Principal Secretary to Chief Justice, Jawad Ahmed, PDJ Srinagar, other Registry Officers and Officers from Civil and Police Administration besides virtual attendance by Padma Angmo, Commissioner Secretary, Social and Tribal Welfare Department, UT of Ladakh, Spalzes Angmo, Member Secretary, Ladakh Legal Services Authority.
The participants in the consultation were Secretaries DLSA, Principal Magistrates JJB’s, Officers from Health, Education and Police Departments, Members of JJBs, Chairperson and Members CWC’s, Superintendent Observation Homes, District Social Welfare Officers, Counsellors, Representatives of UNICEF, Heads of Law department of various Universities and PLVs.
On the occasion, the Concluding remarks were presented by Hilal Bhat, Child Protection Specialist, UNICEF, J&K and the vote of thanks was proposed by Ms. Nusrat Ali Hakak, Secretary, DLSA Ganderbal.
The proceedings were conducted by Mr. Jahangir Bakshi, Secretary, DLSA Srinagar.

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Have dealt effectively with internal, external enemies of India: PM Narendera Modi

by JKREVOLUTION
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Kargil, Oct 24 : Prime Minister Narender Modi on Monday said India as a growing nation has been able to deal effectively with internal and external enemies of the country and time is not far when “enemy free nation.”

“India as a nation has launched a war against its internal and external enemies and time is not far when all kinds of enemies will be wiped out and India will emerge as enemy free nation,” Prime Minister thundered from the stage, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO).

Modi said that there can be no better Diwali festival than the one celebrated in Kargil where on one hand there are border and on the other, brave men protecting it. He said Diwali festival actually means “celebrating end of terrorism.”

Addressing the soldiers in Kargil, on the eve of Diwali—the festival of lights—PM Modi, as per KNO said that one could never forget the Diwali celebrated after the grand victory of Kargil war when our brave soldiers gave a befitting reply to the enemy.

“Whenever Pakistan played mischief, Kargil gave a befitting reply and always emerged victorious,” he said, adding that “Tiger Hill and other peaks are witness of the great valour of the nation’s brave soldiers.

He said one can understand when nation’s brave men are so committed to their motherland, what can be the fate of country. “It is because of you (soldiers) that people across the nation sleep without any worry,” PM Modi said.

The PM said that he was glad to see his photographs clicked during Kargil war when he got an opportunity to serve food items at the base camps of Kargil among soldiers. “Today, our soldiers are enjoying better connectivity even at the forward posts of Kargil. They speak to their family members and are able to reach their homes on vacations in time,” he said.

Two days ago, ISRO launched 36 satellites in one go, he said. “When you listen to such news, your chest broadens with proud,” Modi said. “Today, India is growing economy across the globe and every country is giving a due respect to it.” This is because India has been able to deal effectively with internal and external enemies of nation.

“Terrorism and Naxalism is being rooted out,” PM Mod said. “Naxalism at one point of time had engulfed a large portion of country, but today, we have been able to wipe out Naxalism to a large extent.” PM Modi said that the country has launched a war against corruption and a grand victory is being achieved. “Today, Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas and Sabka vishwas slogan is bearing fruit,” he said.

On the technology front, India is not lagging behind and all latest technology is being procured, PM said. “To ensure better coordination among our security forces and to face all challenges effectively, he said. He said that efforts are on all fronts to achieve the target of Atma Nirbar Bharat. “Today, our security forces have decided that 400 kinds of weapons to be manufactured within the country,” he said.

He said that never opted for war but as last option. “Wars fought in Lanka or Kurekshetra, all efforts were made to avoid war. But if we are provoked and challenged, our three-level forces are able to give a befitting reply to enemy,” PM Modi said, as per KNO. PM Modi said that today, entire world looks at India as a growing economy and fastest progressing nation. “All countries across globe are giving due respect to India after knowing the country’s ability and capability,” the PM Modi said—(KNO)

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Indian Army helps increase apricot producers’ income in Ladakh village captured from Pakistan in 1971 war

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In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi government’s emphasis on “vocal for local”, an Indian Army unit in Ladakh has helped apricot producers in Turtuk village near the Line of Control (LoC) to pack and sell their produce to enhance their income from farming.
Turtuk is famous for two varieties of apricots: Halman and Rakhaikarpo.
“The Indian Army facilitated apricot canning from the produce of the cultivators and enabled the locals of this remote village to realize their entrepreneurial spirit to the fullest,” Army officials said here.
They said the success of the initiative can be gauged from the fact that now apricot products such as jam, oil and canned apricots are being sold to tourists on the Leh-Turtuk axis while they are also being used to provide excellent calorific content for the soldiers posted on the LoC in the region.
During a visit to forward locations, the Army chief had also issued instructions to the commanders to engage with citizens living in border areas and empower them.
Army officials said the initiative also helped in furthering women’s empowerment and also led to significant job generation in the area.
The canning plant has rejuvenated and re-energized the micro-economy of Turtuk Block of villages, enhancing the image of the Indian Army amongst locals.
The success of the initiative is also planned to be showcased during the Army Day event scheduled to be held in the national capital on January 15.
As per the data issued by the horticulture department in 2017, a significant part of the 15,000 metric tonnes of apricot produce is wasted due to the short shelf life and lack of facilities.
Army officials said the total cost of the project was Rs 30 Lakhs and 100 per cent of the project was financed through soft loans provided by State Bank of India’s local branch in Diskit.
Processing and packaging were coordinated through Bajaj Processpack Limited in Ghaziabad and the FSSAI approval was taken post passing the most stringent lab tests of canned apricots.
“In just three months from conception of an idea, Indian Army‘s Tyakshi battalion commenced the production of Tin Canned Apricots in Sugar Syrup in the last week of July 2021.
Fruit is collected from farmers of different villages in the morning on daily basis and then subsequently sorted at the canning plant. After the fruit is washed and cut; it is filled in the can with sugar syrup. After completion of canning of fruit, cans are tested for leakage or any damages.
Till date, approximately fifteen thousand cans have been produced with a total commercial value of over Rs 30 lakh.
“Over ninety farmers and other fifteen civilians from the remote Turtuk region have so far benefited through this novel initiative,” officials said.
In all this, six women have been employed giving further impetus to women empowerment in the region helping them to become financially independent. (ANI)

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