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JAMMU, JUNE 16: On the directions of Commissioner, JMC, Rahul Yadav, a joint team of Jammu Municipal Corporation and Doctors deputed by Sheep Husbandry Department viz. Dr. Ramandeep Singh & Dr. Jiwan Lal along with Municipal Veterinary Officer, Dr. Divya Sharma, conducted various surprise Meat inspection drives on the eve of Eid-ul-Adha 2024 in different areas of Jammu City to ensure the sale of wholesome, good quality meat and meat byproducts to the consumers. The surprise drives were conducted in Talab Tillo, Bohri, Muthi, Bantalab, Paloura, Janipur, Ambphalla, CPO chowk, Narwal, Gandhi Nagar, Gangyal, Satwari, Talab Khatikan & Shahidi Chowk etc.

During the drives, various meat shops, chicken shops & fishmongers were inspected and about 25 Kg of substandard meat was seized and later on disposed off scientifically. Also a fine to the tune of Rs. 10,000/- was imposed to the meat sellers for selling unstamped, unhygienic & substandard meat.

Meat & chicken shop vendors were also instructed to keep separate bins to collect the daily waste generated on account of refused/inedible meat & chicken parts for further proper disposal through JMC vehicles.

MVO, JMC, Dr. Divya Sharma also sensitize all the shopkeepers/ Vendors dealing with meat/chicken products to maintain hygienic environment in and around their shops and adhere with the various provisions of Food Safety Act, 2006, Municipal Corporation Act, 2000 and other directions & guidelines issued by the JMC from time to time so that good quality hygienic meat shall reach to the consumers. Also, dustbins were distributed among various meat/chicken shop owners for proper waste collection.

DODA, JUNE 14: In connection with the celebration of World Blood Donors Day, the health department under the supervision of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar organized a blood donation camp at AH, GMC Doda in collaboration with District Red Cross Society and Blood Bank AH GMC Doda here today.

At AH GMC Doda, the programme was attended by ADC Doda, MS AH GMC Doda and officers/officials from Health & GMC Doda.

During the camp, a total of 14 donors donated their blood viz 06 from CRPF, 04 from the Army and 04 others.

Similarly, a blood donation camp was also organized at SDH Bhaderwah by BMO Bhaderwah Dr Mohd Ashraf, wherein 09 pints of blood were donated by CRPF personnel to commemorate the significance of the day.

Speaking on the occasion, CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar said that World Blood Donor Day, is celebrated annually on 14th June, is a worldwide celebration to honor and thank those people who donate their blood, voluntarily and unpaid, to give others the gift of life, adding that the day reaffirms the importance of blood donation in saving the lives of people who are in dire need of blood.

The CMO Doda also thanked the GMC authorities including MS AH GMC Doda, HOD Blood Bank and Staff of GMC Doda for their support and particularly thanked Army and CRPF personnel for coming forward to be a part of this noble mission

UDHAMPUR, JUNE 14: Sankalp Hub for Empowerment of Women,Udhampur organised an awareness drive on “legal aid and counsel” in collaboration with DLSA Udhampur at SBI RSETI, Shiv Nagar Udhampur.

The main objective of the drive was to bridge the gap and make legal services accessible to all segments of our society.

The programme was organised under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Saloni Rai and overall guidance of District Social Welfare Officer Kanika Gupta.

During the programme, Akhil Dubey (Advocate DLSA) talked about free legal services provided by DLSA. He also provide information regarding legal rights and articles related to it like IPC Section 354 , 354(A), 354(B), 354(C) and 354 (D), Fundamental rights of women, POSH Act, POSCO Act etc .

Later, Jyoti Pathania (District Mission Coordinator) Sankalp HEW Udhampur encouraged the participants to be self-dependent, both socially and economically which will help in effective elimination of Gender inequality or Gender based violence in a society. She further stated that it is a must for a woman to know her rights in a society.

Meanwhile, gender specialist ( Pooja Jamwal) aware the participants about various women centric schemes running in District Udhampur i.e SMAS, Pension Schemes, SSY,Tejaswini, other loan schemes, One Stop Centre Sakhi, Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao etc.

Director SBI RSETI, senior faculty member SBI RSETI, PLV ( DLSA) and around 60 participants were present in the program.

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.