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RAMBAN, JUNE 14: Drug Control Officer Ramban, Imtiyaz Ahmed conducted inspection of Medical shops in Sangaldan area to ensure compliance with the directives regarding installation of CCTV cameras, preservation of CCTV footage and implementation of computerized billing systems besides to ensure compliance of Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

During the inspections, CCTV cameras were found installed and functional in medical shops. The compliance regarding the implementation of the computerized billing system was not found up to the mark. In response to this, strict directions were issued to ensure the implementation of computerized billing systems.

Chemist fraternity were informed to adhere to the laid down norms strictly and warned the defaulters to desist from any unethical trade practices, failing which strict action as warranted under the Act shall be taken against them.

The primary objective of these inspections was to safeguard public health and prevent the misuse or unauthorized distribution of drugs amongst the patients and people in general.

Chemist fraternity was directed to maintain record of Insulin Syringe and preserve Xerox copies of prescription containing any Psychotropic drug so as to prevent their misuse.

The DCO underscored the significance of implementing digitalized billing systems in medical shops, which not only facilitate transparency in transactions but also aid in maintaining accurate records.

SRINAGAR, JUNE 14: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today launched several online competitions for the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir on MyGov portal (https://jk.mygov.in/) to mark 10th International Yoga Day celebration to be observed on 21st June, 2024.

The competitions, themed ‘Yoga for Self and Society’, included yoga doodle challenge, essay writing, poster making and story-telling video contests. The competitions are live on the J&K MyGov portal and registration is open till June 30, 2024. The topper would be awarded with a cash prize of Rs 10,000, second with Rs. 8,000 and the third would get Rs 5.000. The interested participants can register and submit their entries on the MyGov portal.

In addition, the portal offers opportunity to the citizens to upload their selfies by June 30, 2024. In this regard, a custom frame has been designed to allow the citizens to capture their yoga selfie sharing moments of achievement, peace and self-discovery through Yoga, promoting a movement of wellness and self care.

While launching these competitions, the Chief Secretary asked the concerned for providing opportunity to maximum citizens including school children. He also exhorted upon the Deputy Commissioners to promote citizen involvement at the district level.

Accentuating the significance of Yoga, the Chief Secretary said that the ancient practice fosters mindfulness techniques that aid in relaxation as well as reducing stress and anxiety. “It improves physical, mental and spiritual health by balancing the body, mind and the spirit through postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation and ethical guidelines.

“Yoga has now become an increasingly popular form of therapy, coping mechanism, and complementary treatment for mental health”, maintained the Chief Secretary.

He encouraged the people to overwhelmingly participate in the competitions to share the changes they have experienced by incorporating Yoga into their lives. He reiterated that these initiatives aim to inspire the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir to embrace Yoga for holistic well being and share their personal journeys, fostering a community united by health and harmony.

The Chief Secretary fervently appealed the participants to register and submit their entries on MyGov portal and join the celebration of International Yoga Day throughout the region.

Among others present on the occasion included Administrative Secretaries and HoDs of various departments, Deputy Commissioners and other officers.

SRINAGAR, JUNE 14: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today met Sh Amir Ahmad Bhat, International Para Shooter from J&K who is going to represent India in Pistol Shooting Competition at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

The Lt Governor congratulated Sh Amir Ahmad Bhat for his remarkable achievements in national and international events and conveyed best wishes to him for the upcoming Paralympic Games.

The International Para Shooter, hailing from Damhall village of Anantnag District, is also serving as a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) in the Indian Army.

SRINAGAR, JUNE 13: The Director, Geology & Mining conducted an exhaustive visit of quarry belts viz. Athwajan, Alfatha, Panthachowk, Aripora, Shaliguf and Zewan A, B, and C in Srinagar District to have an on spot assessment and overview of the quarry belts.

During the visit, Director passed spot directions to put on hold the Disposal permits issued for lifting of loose material.

He laid emphasis to revisit Disposal permit policy in vogue. This is aimed to plug the pilferage in the guise and garb of loose material Disposal Permits.

The Director ordered that an expert committee headed by Joint Director, Kashmir shall shortly be constituted with a mandate, to quantify the loose material and recommend a mechanism for expeditious auctioning of the loose material.

During the visit, the Director was accompanied by Joint Director, Kashmir, Vigilance and Monitoring Team, Mineral Officer, Kashmir and a team of Geologists.

SRINAGAR, JUNE 13: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat has conveyed his greetings to Kashmiri Pandits on the occasion of Mela Kheer Bhawani.

In his felicitation message, Dr Bilal extended his greetings to people particularly Pandit brethren on Mela Kheer Bhawani.

The DC has prayed that the occasion may prove harbinger of peace and prosperity for the people. He said annual celebration of the Mela reinvigorates and strengthens the bonds of communal harmony and brotherhood, the age old legacy and the hallmark of Kashmir’s composite culture and ethos.

SRINAGAR, JUNE 13: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat has felicitated people on the auspicious occasion of Urs of Hazrat Ameer-e-Kabeer, Mir Syed Ali Hamdani (RA).

In his message، Dr۔ Bilal said that Hazrat Ameer-e-Kabeer, Mir Syed Ali Hamdani (RA) has played a great role in bringing Islam to Kashmir and enriching its cultural and spiritual ethos.

while highlighting the ‘unparalleled’ contributions and legacy of Ameer-e-Kabeer (RA), DC said said his role in spreading Islamic education, enlightenment and peace in Kashmir has formed the basis of the society’s cultural and religious identity.

Dr Bilal further said that it was because of Shah-e-Hamdan’s vision that Jammu and Kashmir became a hub of handicrafts of global fame and repute. DC added that “He (Shah-e-Hamdan) encouraged people to live a life of piety and discipline and there is need to imbibe from his life and teachings by present generation.

RAJOURI, JUNE 13: In a proactive measure to ensure the restoration, preservation and maintenance of architectural and heritage sites within the district, the District Development Commissioner Rajouri, Om Prakash Bhagat today chaired a pivotal meeting with the concerned officers.

During the meeting, a thorough discussion was held regarding the heritage structures of the district. It was highlighted that there are 13 such structures requiring immediate attention for restoration and preservation.

The Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for four prominent sites including Raghunath Temple Channi Prat; Mahakaleshwar Temple, Shaheed Ghar Qila Darhal Fort and Gurudwara Chattipatshai Rajouri have already been meticulously prepared and submitted to the concerned authorities for necessary action.

The DDC underscored the importance of expediting the preparation of DPRs for the remaining heritage structures. He directed the officers to ensure that these DPRs are completed and submitted at the earliest to facilitate prompt action and resource allocation.

The DDC emphasized the cultural and historical significance of these heritage sites, stating that their preservation is crucial for maintaining the rich heritage of the district and promoting tourism. He directed all departments to work in a coordinated manner to achieve the goals set forth in the heritage conservation scheme.

The meeting was attended by the ADDC, Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa; GM DIC, Fareed Kohli; SE PWD (R&B), Devi Dayal; DSEO, Sandeep Sharma; AD Tourism and other concerned officers.

KATHUA, JUNE 13: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Dr. Rakesh Minhas finalized the preparations for the upcoming JKSSB examination, in a meeting held at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex in Kathua.

The JKSSB written examination for the post of Supervisor is scheduled for June 23 2024, from 11 am to 1 pm.

The DC held detailed discussion with stakeholders on the comprehensive arrangements necessary to ensure the seamless execution of the examination. It was decided that twenty-two (22) examination centers will be established across the district to accommodate all aspirants.

The meeting covered essential aspects such as drinking water facilities, power supply, seating arrangements, security protocols and videography procedures.

The DC laid thrust on the importance of close coordination among all stakeholders, urging them to work collaboratively to ensure the examination’s smooth and successful conduct. He also briefed officers on their specific roles and responsibilities to ensure the efficient execution of the JKSSB examination throughout the district.

The DC directed the Police Department to deploy female staff for frisking purposes, as the examination is exclusively for female aspirants.

Among others, ADC Kathua Ranjit Singh, SDM Hiranagar Rakesh Kumar, DSP Kathua Manjeet Singh, RTO, CEO, other officers, including Designated Superintendents and Tehsildars were present.

POONCH, JUNE 13: Secretary, Department of Disaster Management, Relief Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DDMRR&R), Anil Koul, today visited Sathra and convened a public darbar to assess and address grievances and demands of locals.

The public outreach program was attended by people from various parts of Sathra block, who raised their issues including early completion of JJM projects, hike in electricity bills, inclusion of unexplored areas of Mandi tehsil in the tourism map, construction of foot bridge at Kalani, macadamization of Sathra-Mandi road and other matters related to Health and Education sector.

Addressing the concerns of the public, the Secretary assured that all the issues raised will be addressed on a priority basis. He urged upon all the stakeholder departments to adopt a proactive and people friendly approach in delivering prompt public services.

Additional District Development Commissioner Poonch, Sandesh kumar Sharma, briefed the Administrative Secretary about the development initiatives and efforts undertaken by the district administration. He affirmed that all the public inputs obtained during the camp would be recorded and integrated into actionable plans.

The event was also attended by DDC Chairperson Poonch, Tazeem Akhter, Mohammad Saleem Malik, Shokit Qazmi besides district officers.

We are committed to affordable access to public healthcare and to build a healthy society: LG Sinha

SRINAGAR, JUNE 13: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired the Governing Body Meeting of SKIMS, at Civil Secretariat.

Sh Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar; Advisor to Lt Governor; Sh Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Sh Santosh D Vaidya, Principal Secretary, Finance Department; Dr Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lt Governor; Dr M Srinivas, Director AIIMS New Delhi; Dr Rajiv Bahl, DG ICMR; Sh Sanjeev Verma, Commissioner Secretary, GAD; Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Secretary, Health and other members attended the meeting.

This was the first meeting after the re-constitution of the Governing Body of SKIMS Soura, Srinagar.

The meeting held extensive deliberations on key aspects of patient-care services and gave in-principle approvals to various agenda items for improving the overall functioning of the reputed health institution.

The Lt Governor directed the concerned authorities to make systemic interventions for quality care, affordable and accessible healthcare services to the patients. It must be ensured that all the necessary medical equipments are being procured and functioning properly, he said.

“We must focus on people-centred approach for accessible, equitable and efficient delivery of healthcare services. We are committed to affordable access to public healthcare and to build a healthy society,” the Lt Governor further added.

The members of the Governing Body also shared their valuable suggestions and inputs on augmentation of healthcare facilities in SKIMS.