Indo-Pak relations have direct
bearing on J&K: Omar
‘PDP
habitual of selling good deeds of others under their brand name’
Srinagar, April 25 (VOS): Stating
that Indo-Pak relations have direct bearing on the peace and development of
Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah Wednesday expressed the hope
that the restoration of dialogue process between the two countries would be
carried on to the logical end. Addressing a huge public gathering here, the
Chief Minister said that the peace was pre-requisite to economic prosperity and
all round development. “You have witnessed the benefits of peaceful 2011 in the
shape of economic activities with fast tracking of development across the
State”, he added. The Chief Minister
said that while his government is facilitating political addressing of the
political issues of Jammu and Kashmir
“History
is witness to the path breaking and innovative initiatives taken by the coalition
government in the State on political and development fronts to restore peace
and march ahead on road to prosperity”, he said listing the major achievements
registered during the last three years in the State present dispensation with
special reference to the comprehensive development in the sectors relating to
the delivery of basic amenities to the people. He said the government has
reached out to every area in the process of development with a committed
approach to seek welfare of all areas and all sections of the society
equitably. Denouncing People’s Democratic Party’s petty politicking and
false propagandist approach to astray people and divert their attention from
the large scale development process set in by the coalition government in the
State, Omar Abdullah said that self praising and slogan raising has remained
characteristics of this party since its inception. “This party (PDP) is
habitual of selling the good deeds of others in their own name”, he said adding
that the party miserably failed to deliver on its own when it was at the helm
in the State. Citing the example of opening of Uri-Muzaffarabad road by the two
heads of the countries of India
and Pakistan
“Removing
a few officials from service to pretend to be against corruption is something
else and enforcing law to bring everyone from top to bottom in the government
under the public scan and subservient to the law of the land is something
different”, he added taking another dig on PDP which during its tenure removed
some officials from the service on corruption charges but most of them
re-entered back in the service through court verdicts as the cases where too
weak to stand the test in the court of law.
Omar
Abdullah said that peace and progress with thrust on creation of economic
activities and job opportunities is the endeavour of NC-Congress alliance. “We
are working to mitigate difficulties of people and restore peace and stability
in the State”, he said adding that the impact of balanced development unleashed
in the State during the last three years is amply visible on ground. “The next
three years will witness further fillip and fast tracking of development in the
State”, he said.
On
Public Service Guarantee Act (PSGA), Omar Abdullah said his government has
empowered people to obtain some 50 public services from 6 departments of Power,
PHE, CAPD, Housing, Transport and Revenue in a time bound manner. He said the
government functionaries have been made responsible for delivery of services in
a time bound manner to the consumers. “Any official to be found showing laxity
or failing in providing the particular service in a fixed time frame is liable
for a fine up to Rs. 5000 which shall be deducted from his salary”, he said
explaining that a portion of this fine will be given to the affected consumer
as compensation.
“My
government has effected topsy-turvy in the prevailing system of service
delivery”, he said adding that instead of paying bribe for getting smaller
services like electricity or water connection, ration card or driving license,
revenue papers or house building permission, state subject or category
certificate, the consumers would now get compensation out of the fine imposed
on the erring officials for not delivering the service in the fixed time limit.
Thanking
the people for their wholehearted support to the Chief Minister and his
government, Omar Abdullah asked them to strengthen the communal harmony and
brotherhood at all costs. “Some vested elements would try to wedge apart you in
the name of region, religion, caste and creed, but you have to exhibit your
resolve to maintain State’s rich ethos of mutual love and brotherhood
prevailing between various sections of the society and between various
regions”, he said.
On
the development of Darhal area, Omar Abdullah said that during the last three
years over Rs. 8.35 crores have been spent in the area on the upgradation of
education. He said 18 new primary schools have been opened, three middle
schools upgraded to high schools level, 40 primary schools upgraded to middle
schools level besides regularizing 180 Rehber-e-Taleem teachers. Another Rs. 90
lakhs are being spent on Darhal schools for upgradation of infrastructure.
Stating
that he will work out sanctioning Rs. 2.40 crore Grid Station at Raqeeba in
Darhal area, the Chief Minister said that power development project involving
Rs. 12 crore for the area has already been presented to the Centre Government
for funding. He said another project for tourism development costing Rs. 8
crores is also in the pipeline for Darhal. He said Rs. 1.70 crore are being
spent on the improvement and upgradation of tourist facilities in the area.
The
Chief Minister said that Rs. 8 crores have been spent on the water supply
schemes in Darhal area during the last two years while more schemes costing Rs.
16.40 crores have been sanctioned. He said Rs. 18.70 crores are being spent in
the area under NABARD to improve and upgrade road communication sector.
On
the demand for Degree
College Darhal
Degree College
Minister
for Forests, Mian Altaf Ahmad in his speech castigated People’s Democratic
Party for indulging in undemocratic and anti-people activities. He said this
party’s only agenda is to mislead people and create wedge between various
sections of the society. He said the party leadership tried its hard during the
last three years to throw mud on National Conference but failed miserably as
‘lie has no legs to stand upon’.
Mian
Altaf listed the achievements of the government led by Omar Abdullah and said
that the unblemished character, dynamic leadership and vision of Mr. Omar
Abdullah is set to steer the State towards the goal of peace and prosperity.
The
public meeting was also addressed by Minister of State for Tourism, Nasir Aslam
Wani, former Minster, Mirza Abdul Rashid and Provincial President, NC, Rattan
Lal Gupta.
Earlier
Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah paid obeisance at the Holy Shrine of Baba Ghulam
Shah Badshah popularly known as Shahdara Sharief, situated on a hillock amidst
Pir Panchal range about 6.5 kilometres from Thana Mandi on Rajouri-Poonch road.
He prayed for the peace and prosperity of the State and well being of the
people.
Omar
Abdullah laid foundation of Baitul Zaireen and other allied
works at Shahdara Sharief.
The
main component of the building complex is a double story structure to be
completed at a cost of over Rs. 2.63 crores. There will be 20 rooms attached
with bathrooms, two suits; two dormitories with 10-bed capacity, dinning-hall
for 40 persons, one kitchen, one cater room and a store.
Minister
for Forests, Mian Altaf Ahmad, Minister for Tourism, Nawang Rigzin Jora,
Minister of State for Tourism, Nasir Aslam Wani and Minister of State for Power
Shabir Ahmad Khan were present on the occasion.
In
the morning, the Chief Minister met various deputations from different
political parties, social organizations, advocates, traders and representing
different areas of the district.
They
apprised the Chief Minister matters pertaining to their concern. He gave
patient hearing and said that the genuine demands projected in the memoranda
would be given due consideration.
The
Chief Minister in the officers meeting directed the district administration to
devote fullest attention for assuring time bound public service to the people.
He also laid stress for completing the schemes well within the targeted time
frame.
Omar
Abdullah directed for exploring possibilities of expanding animal rearing
activities and upgrading sheep farms in the district. He also asked for
formulating befitting scheme for the welfare of cocoon producers of the area.
The
Chief Minster was also apprised that over Rs. 120 crores have been spend in
Rajouri district during the last year on various development projects under the
district plan and allied schemes.
CM undermining authority of MLA’s : Dy. Speaker.
Alleges ‘undue interference’ by CM office in his constituency.
‘Madni’s allegations found baseless after Verification.” Dy.
Cmnr.
He said that during the board meeting which was chaired by the
Chief Minster Omar Abdullah, he had asked for additional 10 lakh rupees for the
water supply scheme from Qazi Gund to Kund, which he claimed Chief Minster out
rightly refused. “If I as MLA of the area could not get 10 lakh for my people,
wherefrom Omar could manage 50 lakh in the same constituency and that too
without taking me on board.” Asked Madni, adding that it was a ‘conspiracy’ to
encroach into the powers and authority of MLA’s.Dy. Speaker while expressing
his displeasure over the move told VOS that Omar’s chair was being misused and
the institution of Chief Minster was being compromised and at the same time
efforts were being made by the ruling party to undermine the authority of the
legislatures.“More than 50 lakh rupees have been drawn vide Dy. Commissioner
Anantnag’s letter no’s. DDC/A/Power/2455-59 dtd. 17-3-2012 and DDCK/2011-2012/7404/08/28-3-2012
for creations of 100 KVA substations at New Colony Qazigund, Wgay Mohallah
Qazigund,Budrgund Mohallah Kulgam and installation of high mast lights in
Qazigund Town on Chief Minster’s direct intervention.” Claimed Madni. He
accused Chief Minster and his associates of indulging in encroachment of power
jurisdiction of MLA’s and allegd that this all was done to benefit the National
Conference workers and undermine his (Madni’s) position as MLA.
Meanwhile Deputy Commissioner Anantnag Kifayat Rizvi told VOS
that there were instructions from the Chief Minster to undertake such works
which were done after the authorization form his office. He also added that
Madni has identified two schemes for a probe which were found baseless after
investigation.
State govt. Mulling to privatize ‘Centaur’ after
taking its control.
Employees threaten agitation.
Addresses meetings at IkhrajPora and Chanpora.
Mehbooba said while the entire state was reeling under
misgovernance, Srinagar Srinagar
The PDP president said the ruling National conference is
accusing the opposition for all its ills as if we have to teach them how to
govern, be honest and progressive. “While we point out the gaps in governance
with all sincerity for the benefit of the people, the government becomes
uncomfortable owing to its arrogance and intolerance” she said while it results
in punishment for the people. “Srinagar is getting punished as if for electing
eight MLAS from the city and an MP, though it is by now acknowledged
universally as to how tactical rigging was resorted to for NC’s benefit on
account of a low turnout in previous elections” she maintained. She said the NC
was hoping to repeat the same tricks in future and was therefore least bothered
about the fate of the city but advised people to see through this game that has
allowed the party to rule them without a mandate.
Referring to the delay in holding civic elections Mehbooba said
the government was concocting alibis to continue to rule the urban areas
through their blue eyed officials who help them perpetuate unauthorized
constructions and backdoor recruitments. She pointed out that the civic
elections were due in 2010 and since then three winters and lean tourist
seasons have passed but even now it is in no mood to conduct these elections.
“However, they can only delay and not deny the right of the people to have an
elected civic body that is empowered sufficiently and is accountable to people”
she said.
Mehbooba said the NC was raising dead issues like the 1975
accord only to divert attention from its disastrous performance in government.
She said the accord between Sheikh Sahib and Mrs Indira Gandhi was only a power
sharing arrangement after the late Sheikh Sahib sold out the sacrifices of his
colleagues and followers. “That arrangement is carrying on between their
descendants while the interests of the state, one after the other, in the shape
of water and power resources or institutions like the J&K Bank are being
sold out brazenly”. She said now the autonomy under the NC has been diluted to
such an extent that the state has to go by central diktats even on the level of
dog population to be maintained in Srinagar
Mehbooba said the NC had greatly contributed to disempowerment
and degeneration of the historic Srinagar
MGNREGA wage rate
to be increased: Sagar
The information was given in the 4th State Employment Grantee Council
meeting held here today under the chairmanship of Minister for Rural
Development, Panchayati Raj, Law Justice and Parliament Affairs, Mr. Ali
Mohammad Sagar.
Mr. Sagar while impressing upon the
officers to ensure that the implementation of the scheme said that we have to
devise an effective and proper mechanism so that it is speeded up and funds so
earmarked are judiciously. “Due care should be maintained while formulating the
list of beneficiaries of the scheme and in this regard proper and systematic verifications
should be conducted so that the benefit of this flagship scheme reach the
genuine persons” he maintained.
Expressive satisfaction that the scheme
has registered tremendous strides, the Minister complimented the officers and
maintained that the comprehensive plan for convergence of the scheme with
schemes of other departments, so that the scope of this flagship programme
which has been instrumental in changing the rural landscape can be broadened.
While referring to the engagement of
supporting staff under MGNREGA, the Minister said that a comprehensive and
foolproof mechanism should be evolved so that meritorious and deserving
candidates can be appointed which would go a long way in speeding up the
implementation of the scheme.
It was also given out in the meeting
that an amount of Rs. 2191 crore has been earmarked as labour budget under
MGNREGA for the current fiscal.
Minister of State for Rural Development,
Mr. Ajaz Ahmad Khan, Commissioner Secretary RDD, Mr. Farooq Ahmed Peer,
Directors Jammu/Srinagar RDD, and other senior officers were also present on
the occasion.
PDP condemns police action on Panches and
Sarpanches in Anantnag
A spokesman of the party said that this
was yet another instance of the NC led governments arrogance and intollerence
of democratic institutions. The Panch body called as J&K Panchayati Raaj
Movement which cuts across party affiliation had planned to hold a day long
conference at Khanabal and had even made the booking of the hall as provided under
rules. But, at the last moment the administration denied the permission and
deployed police to disperse the participants.
The spokesman said the Panches and
Sarpanches are exercising their democratic right in demanding empowerment
of the Panchayat institutions.
He reiterated that PDP would not rest
till a genuine three tier panchati Raaj system was established in the state
with full powers as is being enjoyed by rest of the country.
One way traffic on Sgr-Jmu
highway.
BARAMULLA POLICE RECOVERED 194 BAGS OF CAPD ,
2 PERSONSARRESTED
Srinagar, April 25 (VOS): Baramulla Police was receiving regular complaints that
CADP Government ration supply is finding its way to black marketing in
Baramulla, tracking one such information today on 24.04.2012 Police
Baramulla raided Yasin General Store at Gulnar Colony, Baramulla and seized 185 bags of Rice, 05 bags of Atta
and 04 bags of Sugarof Govt supply meant for poor and general people
and Bashir Ahmad Kanroo @
Bashir Shinwari and Mohd Yaseen Kanroo @ Yaseen Shinwari R/O Khawaja Sahib Old
Town Baramulla S/O Noor-ud-Din Kanroo were arrested from the spot. In this
regard Case FIR No.
93/12 U/S 420, 409, 120-B RPC;3/7 Ec Act stands
registered in PS Baramulla & investigation has been taken up. During the
course of preliminary investigation it came to surface that the Government
Ration (CAPD supply) has been misappropriated by the officials of CADP department and illegally sold to the private
traders for earning illegal profits. The
CAPD supply was being opened in the godown near Gulnar Park
AMK welcomes
Mirwaiz’s statement on Kashmiri language
Srinagar, April 25 (VOS): Adbee Markaz
Kamraz (AMK) hails the statement of Mirwaiz Umar Farooq in which he urged
educational institutions to promote Kashmiri language and make it part of
curriculum.AMK has always been stressing for collective efforts of Kashmiri
society, irrespective of political and religious ideologies, to preserve and
promote its mother tongue. The statement of Mirwaiz is heartily welcome, and
AMK expects all other religious leaders, preachers and scholars to follow the
stand of Mirwaiz vis-à-vis the importance of their mother tongue.
AMK appreciates the realisation of
Mirwaiz that Kashmiri language is our identity and if we ignore our
mother tongue then we will lose our identity. We request all
political and religious leaders to share the concern of Mirwaiz and realise
that Kashmiri language is our asset and we should promote it. AMK is working since decades to ensure
Kashmir language is made integral part of
curriculum, as it believes that is a potent way to promote and preserve the
language.
“Mirwaiz Manzil has remained a
platform of Kashmiri language, and we hope Mirwaiz Umar Farooq will revive this
platform for the larger cause of Kahsmiri language which is our identity and
pride,” said Dr Aziz Hajni, president AMK. He said AMK requests Kashmiri
religious preachers to deliver sermons in Kashmiri, which will surely help in
promotion of the Kashmiri language.
YOUTH ARE NC’s LIFE LINE – Tanvir
“Kashmiri youth must help usher in change”
Adding that there is a greater
realization with the youth of today that worldwide they sow the seeds but the
harvest goes to a generation that only makes speeches. “There is a resolve that
youth has to decide their future and a world he wants to live in,” Tanvir said.
He said, “In this new world
order no one can afford to ignore the aspirations of youth and its dreams”,
adding the entire Kashmir leadership has a moral obligation not to allow the
peace loving people to become hostages of enemies of peace”. He remarked.
Emphasizing that the youth are
the future of the state, National Conference Spokesman, Tanvir Sadiq, said that
the party leadership is in a continuous process of empowering the youth to
shape their own destiny.
Emphasizing the need to involve
the youth into politics, Tanvir said, "The only way to change the
political system is to bring youth to politics. The National conference party
has opened the doors for the youth to join politics," Tanvir said adding
that people are inspired by the policies of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
Inviting right thinking young
men to join National Conference for its free and fair process, Tanvir
said, “Anyone can come and join politics as there is a free and fair process
"You don't need to belong to a political family or know a political
heavyweight to join NC. “NC reflects voices that are democratically elected.
Kashmiri youth must help usher in change," he added.
Assuring them that very soon
will the Youth National Conference be functional, up and running with office
bearers and new faces, the spokesman said, “the youth have to galvanize it-self
in the face of political challenges”
Describing the Youth as the
life line of NC ", he said "National Conference experience with the
educated youth of Kashmir can change the Kashmir .
Enumerating the importance of
the youth, the spokesman said, “According to the present configuration of our
population we have 60% in the age group 25 to 35, the Chief Minister apart from
others is committed to make that 60% self reliant and explore avenues for them
so that their skills are used to benefit the state and reduce unemployment”,
said Tanvir.
Talking about the initiates
taken by the Omar Abdullah led coalition to address the youth; The Party
Spokesman said “Udaan”, Entrepreneurship Development Institute (J&KEDI),
“SKEWPY” “Employment exchange” the foray of many corporate houses in J&K
and numerous tourism related programs are some of the steps taken by the
National Conference, to address the unemployment.
“It was Chief Minister Omar
Abdullah’s personal interest that the Central government started the “Udaan”
project which will over the next 5 years provide 40,000 graduate and
post-graduate students of Jammu and Kashmir State, employment and skill by
imparting various trainings outside the State to ensure job opportunities for
them in the corporate sector, Party Spokesman said, adding that, (J&KEDI),
is a pioneering institute of entrepreneurship development in the state of Jammu
and Kashmir which has not only been a success among the young men but has also
helped everyone to start their own ventures” He said.
Talking about “SKEWPY” Tanvir
said, “The voluntary services allowance of this program is given on a monthly
basis through concerned district employment centers, adding that this policy is
a step towards focused and coordinated response to the challenge of employment
and it has succeeded to a large extent”.
Govt. enacting law to protect Hindu
shrines, temples in Valley: Taj
Jammu, April 25: Minister for PHE, Irrigation & Flood Control, Mr. Taj Mohi
ud Din today said the Government is enacting a law to protect Hindu shrines and
temples in Kashmir from being misused by some unscrupulous elements.
Interacting with a deputation of Kashmiri Pandits here today, the Minister said
the Government has already ordered that no fard is to be issued in respect of
such properties. He said Kashmiri Pandits are an important constituent of
Kashmiri culture and the majority community there also looks forward to their
return back home.
Mr. Taj said the Government is contemplating a law to protect the shrines and
temples of Pandits in the Valley. He expressed concern that some non state
subject unscrupulous elements were forcibly occupying these temples and later
selling them.
The deputation thanked the Minister for the keen interest in the issue and
sought redressal of other issues also confronting the community.
Minister for Tourism & Culture, Mr. Nawang Rigzin Jora was also present in
the meeting.
PL, JPL being merged;
Chib envisions JK cricketers participation in IPL
JAMMU, APRIL 25- Minister for Medical and Technical Education, Youth Services
and Sports, Prof. R.S. Chib today indicated merger of two regional premier
leagues into a unified Jammu and Kashmir Premier League, with an avowed
objective of preparing cricketers for representing State in Indian Premier
League.
Talking to media persons here this afternoon, the Minister spelled out broad
contours of measures being taken to popularize sharpen talent by providing best
coaching facilities to such of the players, who excel in all departments of the
game. The purpose, he said, is to have best of the cricketers to represent
Jammu and Kashmir in various tournaments.
“The budding cricketers should excel in the game and carve out a space for
themselves in the national contingents”, he said assuring all possible
governmental help in this regard.
The Minister said that the State’s Youth Services and Sports Department and
Sports Council will strive for all possible assistance from Board of Cricket
Control in India (BCCI) and hoped that best coaching will be made available to
the budding cricketers. He acknowledged the help already being extended by
Jammu Kashmir Cricket Association, headed by Dr. Farooq Abdullah and the
patronage of Chief Minister Mr Omar Abdullah, who are keen to see cricket
flourish in the State.
Prof. Chib said that holding of Kashmir and Jammu T-20 Premier Leagues would
not have been possible but for the great help provided by the Army, which
remained in the forefront in
organising various sports tournaments. “In fact, the Army played like a
catalyst to advance sports activities in the State”, he said and expressed gratitude to the Army for its civic action
programme under Operation Sadhawana. He said this has helped in transforming
the attitude of the rural population towards development in recent times.
He said
that two decades of turbulence caused big loss to the sports infrastructure
which is being reconstructed anew by the Coalition Government. He further said
that the department is creating modern sports infrastructure in the State by
constructing stadia in every nook and corner with focus on encouraging rural
sports. He described sports as best medium to channelise energies of youth in a
right direction besides saving them from being caught in the web of social
evils.
Referring to the launch of PYKKA for
promotion of rural sport, Chib said a significant headway has been achieved in
motivating rural youth towards sports and creating necessary infrastructural
facilities in various rural areas. Efforts are underway to expand its coverage
to hither to uncovered areas; he said adding that already 14 blocks have been
brought under the programme.
Encouraged by sports activities gaining momentum in the State, Chib said such
events are an attempt to further promote various games especially cricket
besides harnessing the sports potential of budding players. “Such prestigious
events are organized to give a big boost to cricket at domestic level and to
build local talent”, he added. He was optimistic that Jammu Premier League will
also turn into a big success and help take State’s cricket to highest
pinnacles. “If we build on this platform over the next few years, we will have
a format that could revolutionize the sports world of the state, he opined.
About the Finals of Jammu Premier League, he said the winning team will be
awarded Rs. 5 lakh while the runner up team will get Rs. 3 lakh. The man of the
match and man of the series will get Rs. 1 lakh each.
Prof Chib said that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will be the chief guest on the
occasion.
Among others present were Secretary to Government, Youth Services &
Sports, Mr. Vinod Koul, Director Information, Khawaja Farooq Renzushah,
Director Youth Services & Sports, J. P. Singh, Secretary Sports Council,
Mr. Kiran Wattal, Brigadier 16 Corp Mr. Rawat, Member BCCI, Mr. Ranjeet Kalra
and other senior offices of different departments.
Rather expressed anguish over the
damage caused by hail storm
Directs
distt adm. To assess the losses
JAMMU APRIL, 25:- Minister for Finance and Ladakh Affairs, Mr. Abdul Rahim
Rather has expressed anguish over the loss caused to horticulture and other
crops due to heavy hail storm in Pakherpora of his constituency and adjoining
areas today.
He has
directed the district administration to send survey teams immediately in the
affected area to assess the quantum of loss caused to agriculture and
horticulture crops so that compensation is given to the affected
families.
Treasury Officers asked to exempt
pensioners unable to attend the treasures in person
JAMMU
APRIL, 25: The State Government vide government Order No. 283-F of 2011 dated
13.12.2011 reiterated the provisions of rule 5.81 of J&K Treasury Code
Volume I made it obligatory for the pensioners drawing their pension from
treasury or bank to appear before the Treasury officer of the area. It was
clearly shown in the said Government order that the pension for the month of
March, 2012 payable in April 2012 shall not be paid without the requisite
verification. Despite lapse of three months a small number of pensioners had
come for the requisite verification as a result of which the period of such
verification was extended upto May 31, 2012 indicating therein that pension for
the month of May 2012 payable in June, 2012 shall not be paid without requisite
verification.
It was
clarified that the procedure for such verification is given in detail in rule
5.79 to rule 5.82 of J&K Treasury code, volume I where under treasury
officers can exempt such pensioners who are unable to appear in person and
depute a member of the treasury staff to their residence for such verification.
The Treasury officers are also required to adopt an advisable system for
conducting verification of these senior citizens.
All the
Treasury Officers are hereby advised to attend to this important job on top
priority and give a specific date on which the verified PPOs can be handed over
to the pensioners. The Treasury Officers shall record the verification
certificate on the PPOs and collect Centralized Personal Information System
(CPIS) forms duly filled up from the pensioners appearing in person to their
treasuries. No other form other than CPIS forms is required to be filled in by
the pensioners/treasury/bank.
The
Treasury Officers, the Bank Managers of the concerned branches of J&K Bank
have been directed not to seek any form/forms, from the pensioners and a simple
certificate is required to be written on the PPOs that the pensioner has
presented himself/herself for the prescribed verification.
Doodh Pathri all set to welcome
tourists
Rs.
7 crore TRC, 7 Huts completed
DOODH
PATHRI (BUDGAM), APRIL 25: A State of Art Tourist Reception Centre
(TRC) coming up at a cost of Rs. 3.27 crore at Virgin Tangnar, Doodh Pathri
tourist destination would be commissioned within 5 months. This basic tourist
infrastructural facility shall give a major boost to tourist influx to
Doodhpathri, known for its virgin natural beauty.
This
was revealed during an inspection of various tourism related infrastructure
working going on in the Doodh Pathri by a high level team of engineers and
officers led by District Development Commissioner, Budgam, Mr. Mohammad Rafi.
The
construction work on Budgeted Accommodation comprising 20 rooms at Doodhpathri
is also going on in full swing at a cost of Rs. 3.64 crore which is expected to
be completed in June 2013. Meanwhile, construction of 7 huts has been completed
and is ready.
The
Chief Executive Officer, Doodh Pathri Development Authority informed the
visiting team that on way from Rayar to Doodh Pathri to Shaliganga River, view
points, rain shelter shed, parking places and food courts have been constructed
for the tourists.
The
District Development Commissioner instructed the Engineers of Power Development
Department, Public Health Engineering and Roads and Buildings, to complete
upgradation of electricity infrastucture, road connectivity and drinking water
facility in the Doodh Pathri tourist resort well in advance as the tourism
season has set in, adding that intending tourists should not face any
inconvenience on this account.
Power shut
down on April 30
SRINAGAR, APRIL 25: According to Power Controller,
Power Development Department, Kashmir to ensure un-interruption power supply to
the Civil Secretariat, Srinagar and other vital installations during the
upcoming Annual Darbar Move, the branch cutting and other urgent repairs on the
Receiving Stations of Exhibition and Karan Nagar is being under taken hence the
power will remain off in areas fed from these receiving stations on April 30,
2012 from 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.
Creation of 165 posts in PDD in offing:
Rather
State
power sector to be made operationally efficient
JAMMU APRIL, 25: A high level meeting
of officers was held here today under the chairmanship of Minister for Finance
and Ladakh Affairs, Mr. Abdul Rahim Rather with the objective of making state
power sector operationally efficient, financially viable and competitive.
Minister of State for Power, Mr. Shabir
Ahmad Khan, Principal Secretary Finance, Mohammad Iqbal Khandey, Principal
Secretary PDD, Mr. Sudhanshu Pandey, Secretary PDD, Mohammad Altaf, Director
Codes, Dr. Mohammad Ishaq Wani, Development Commissioner Power, Manzoor Ahmad
Salroo and Secretary Technical PDD, Mr. Asghar Ali Majaz were present in the
meeting.
Detailed power point presentation was
made by the Principal Secretary PDD, Mr. Sudhanshu Pandey along with consultant
‘Price Water House’ engaged for the job.
The meeting discussed threadbare the
reorganization map prepared by the consultant for the existing Power
Development Department.
It was agreed in Principle that the new
dispensation will require creation of 165 posts which includes 67 posts to be
upgraded from the existing ones. The meeting also agreed to move the proposal
to finance department for its concurrence for Power Development Department.
The Minister on this occasion said that
reorganization of Power Development Department is necessitated by coming in
vogue of J&K Electricity Act 2010 which includes provision for creation of
transmission, distribution and trading utilities besides creation of State
Electricity Regulatory Committee (SERC) which is already in place in the State
and is fully functional.
Other key provisions which came under
discussion include formation of State Transmission Utility, constitution of
State Load Dispatch Centre and constitution of State Electricity Regularity
Committee.
JAWAHAR
INSTITUTE OF MOUNTAINEERING & WINTER SPORTS ORGANISES ADVENTURE COURSE
Srinagar,April25,2012
Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering & Winter Sports (JIM&WS) and
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan regional Office, Jammu jointly organized
Adventure courses for 55 Kendriya Vidyalaya Schools in different parts
of Jammu & Kashmir.
According to a press release issued at Srinagar today during these
courses approximately 1300 participants were exposed to rock craft
environment awareness, flora and fauna, trekking and first aid at
different sub-training centres of the Institute viz. Pahalgam, Sanasar
& Bhaderwah..
Speaking on this occasion Principal Jawahar Institute of
Mountaineering and winter sports Colonel Virinder Singh apprised the
participants the importance of Adventure Sports and the importance of
clean surroundings and spread awareness to protect environment in the
midst of increasing Global warming. He also appreciated the efforts of
Shri PK Koul Assistant Commissioner Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan for
sponsoring the Kendriya Vidyalaya students for adventure courses.
JIM&WS today concluded with its 26 days long Basic Mountaineering
Course Ser.93 conducted at Pahalgam for 40 J&K Armed Police SDRF
personnel (1st and 2nd Battalions) and 13 private participants from
all over the country during which training was imparted on
mountaineering skills, casualty evacuation in mountains and snow bound
area. [PIB]
Srinagar,April25,2012
Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering & Winter Sports (JIM&WS) and
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan regional Office, Jammu jointly organized
Adventure courses for 55 Kendriya Vidyalaya Schools in different parts
of Jammu & Kashmir.
According to a press release issued at Srinagar today during these
courses approximately 1300 participants were exposed to rock craft
environment awareness, flora and fauna, trekking and first aid at
different sub-training centres of the Institute viz. Pahalgam, Sanasar
& Bhaderwah..
Speaking on this occasion Principal Jawahar Institute of
Mountaineering and winter sports Colonel Virinder Singh apprised the
participants the importance of Adventure Sports and the importance of
clean surroundings and spread awareness to protect environment in the
midst of increasing Global warming. He also appreciated the efforts of
Shri PK Koul Assistant Commissioner Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan for
sponsoring the Kendriya Vidyalaya students for adventure courses.
JIM&WS today concluded with its 26 days long Basic Mountaineering
Course Ser.93 conducted at Pahalgam for 40 J&K Armed Police SDRF
personnel (1st and 2nd Battalions) and 13 private participants from
all over the country during which training was imparted on
mountaineering skills, casualty evacuation in mountains and snow bound
area. [PIB]
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