THE DAILY  

VOICE OF SRINAGAR

SRINAGAR, THURSDAY, 30 RAJAB 1433 AH ;21 JUNE 2012

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NEWS

Cabinet recommends enhanced package of incentives for funding to GOI

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20:- The State Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mr. Omar Abdullah here today recommended the proposal for enhancement of package of incentives for funding to Government of India under Prime Ministers Package for the return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri Migrants.

Further the Revenue Department was asked to work out an employment package for such of the members of the minority community who did not migrate from the valley.

The Cabinet approved the extension of present Chairman Prof. Mushtaq Ahmed Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPPE) for the period of 2 months from June 17, 2012.

 It also approved the appointment Prof. R. D. Sharma Dean Academics Jammu University as Chairman BOPPE. Immediately Prof. Sharma will work as OSD in BOPPE and on the expiry of two months term of Prof. Mushtaq, he shall take over as Chairman of BOPEE.

The Cabinet confirmed the posting of Abdul Qayoum Manhas IPS as Inspector General of Police Railways.

The Cabinet also accorded the confirmation to the promotion of Mr. Showkat Ali Mir Joint Director Fisheries as Director Fisheries.

Despite low generation, 38 lac units of addl power supplied to Jammu region; 20 lac yesterday only

State has to pay five times fare for unscheduled power interchange from NG

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20: The Power Development Department has clarified that there has been an increased consumption of 100 megawatts in Jammu this year as compared to corresponding period last year. This, according to a spokesman of the PDD, has been due to increased demand owing to hot summer.

According to the spokesman, from June 09 to June 15 this year there has been energy consumption of 952.71 lac units in Jammu as against 914.3 lac units during the corresponding period last year. He said despite shortage of power by 152 MWs due to low generation locally, the Department taking cognizance of the harsh weather conditions, has supplied almost 38 lac units more power in Jammu region.

The spokesman quoting yesterday’s reading said 20 lac units more of power was supplied to Jammu consumers as against the 134.54 lac units on June 19, 2011.

The spokesman added that out of the allocated share of 1264 megawatts, 1406 megawatts have been made available from NHPC, NTPC, NPC, Easter Region etc. He said to maintain grid discipline and to avoid instability; the Department has to stick to allocation schedule by the northern grid (NG). He said overdrawing of power from the northern grid leads to grid instability leading the entire region of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Rajasthan, UP and Delhi to prolonged power cuts.

The spokesman said to avoid such situations warnings are issued for immediate load shedding and the State has to pay five times the normal rate for this unscheduled interchange. This year from June 11 to June 16 the State received 49 such warning messages, the spokesman added.

He appealed consumers to use power judiciously, avoid its wastage and discourage power theft.

Cabinet orders minor reshuffle in Administration

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20:- The State Cabinet which met here today under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mr. Omar Abdullah has ordered transfer of Smt. Nirmal Sharma, Director Area Development Jammu as Deputy Commissioner Reasi vice Smt. Sheetal Nanda who has been asked to report General Administration Department for further orders of posting.

The Cabinet also ordered transfer of Mr. Asgar Ali, Director Land Records Jammu and posted him Director Command Area Development Jammu vice Smt. Nirmal Sharma.  

Dy CM reviews local body election preparedness

        SRINAGAR JUNE 20: Deputy Chief Minister, Mr. Tara Chand has emphasized upon the officers to complete updating of election registration rolls and inclusion of left over areas with concerned municipal corporations and municipal committees so that local body elections are conducted early in the State.

            Deputy Chief Minister was reviewing the preparedness of the Government for holding local body elections in the State at an officers meeting here today.

            Principal Secretary, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Suresh Kumar Sharma, Chief Electoral Officer, Mr. B. R. Sharma, Deputy Commissioners of Srinagar and Jammu districts, Commissioners of Srinagar and Jammu Municipal Corporations, Directors of Local Bodies, Kashmir and Jammu and Secretary Srinagar Municipal Corporation were present on the occasion.

            Deputy Chief Minister asked officers to take into confidence the public representatives before making inclusion of any part of habitation with twin municipal corporations and other municipal committees in view of the expansion of cities and towns. He directed them to complete this process and submit its recommendations by end of ensuing month.

            Mr. Tara Chand said the devolution of powers at the gross-root level would bring efficiency and transparency in public service delivery mechanism. Under lining need for close coordination of line departments, the Deputy Chief Minister asked officers to mobilize their men and machinery and ensure completion of election related formalities in time bound manner. 

Rajasthan education Minister calls on Sakina

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20: The Minister for Education, Government of Rajasthan Ms. Naseem Akhtar Insaf on Wednesday called on the Minister for Social welfare, Ms. Sakina Itoo in her office chamber, Civil Secretariat.

They discussed carious issues including about a number of welfare schemes launched by the respective Governments under the Social Welfare and Education Departments for the upliftment of the downtrodden, poor, needy and those living below poverty line.

Ms. Naseem Akhtar informed the Social Welfare Minister that the Rajasthan Government has launched a number of schemes for the benefit of the students of the State under then education sector and is very much keen to expend the education sector in minorities dominated areas.

Meanwhile, exchanging her ideas with the visiting Minister, Ms. Sakina informed her that Jammu and Kashmir Government has already taken a number of steps to benefit the poor, needy and destitute downtrodden, SC/ST community’s etc. She said presently around 5 lakh scholarships from 1^st primary up to PhD level under various schemes are being provided to the poor and deserving students of the State.

PAC for stringent measures to curb power pilferage, illegal connections

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20:- Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Legislative Assembly on Wednesday stressed upon the Power Development Department (PDD) authorities for taking concrete measures to stop electric pilferage. The committee also directed them to gear up their field functionaries, enforcement wing so that practice of illegal connections is curbed strictly.

The Committee, which met under the chairmanship of MLA Mr. Rafi Ahmed Mir here, discussed and examined the CAG’s Audit paras pertaining to PDD besides functioning of the department. The panel dropped the audit para of PDD and decided that it will examine the audit paras of R&B department on July 2^nd.

 While discussing on consumer metering, the Committee directed the concerned to speed up the pace of metering of consumers throughout the length and breadth of the State. The Panel also asked the PDD to aware general masses about the J&K electricity Act 2010 so that wastage and power thefts are discouraged.  

Legislators, Mr. Vijay Bakaya, Mr. Bashir Ahmed Magray, Mr. Kafeel-ur-Rehman, Peerzada Mansoor Hussain, Mrs. Indu Pawar, Syed Basharat Ahmed Bhukhari, Mr. Sukhnandan, Mr. Feroz Ahmed Khan and Mrs. Bimla Luthra gave their valuable suggestions to improve the functioning of the PDD and its allied wings.

 While discussing the issue of Sub Transmission and Distribution Losses, the Committee stressed upon the officers of PDD to regularize the existing illegal domestic consumer connections in a time bound manner and fix responsibility.

Discussing the progress achieved under RGGVY, the panel directed the concerned to speed up the pace of work on all ongoing projects and ensure power supply to un-electrified and de-electrified peripheral areas of the state.

Principal Secretary, PDD Mr. Sudhanshu Pandey presented the scenario of PDD. He also briefed the committee about the audit para pertaining to the PDD. He said Rs 89 crore budget is allocated for augmenting transmission and distribution system of the State.

Managing Director, JKSPDC Mr. Basharat Ahmed Dhar also briefed about the achievements of the corporation.

Among others, Principal Accountant General, J&K Dr. Subhash Chander Pandey, Director General Accounts and Treasuries Mr. Wali Mohammad Bhat, Chief Engineers of different wings of PDD and its allied sectors besides senior officers of Assembly Secretariat including Deputy Secretary Mr. Bansi Lal Koul attended the meeting. 

Govt receives facsimile edition of Gilgit manuscripts from National Archives

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20: The National Archives of India on the request of Minister for Tourism and Culture, Mr. Nawang Rigzin Jora has forwarded facsimile version of manuscripts of Gilgit to the State Government for its preservation besides to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Gilgit from pre-historic to modern times under one roof.

Facsimile version of these Gilgit manuscripts entitled “Lotus Sutra manuscript series 12: Gilgit Lotus Sutra manuscripts from the National Archives of India, facsimile edition has been printed recently in collaboration with the Institute of Oriental Philosophy and Soka Gakkai, Japan.

The National Archives of India in its communication has assured the State Government that original manuscripts of Gilgit are being preserved with utmost care in the National archive Museum. 

It is pertinent to mention that State Tourism and Culture Ministry has some time back wrote to Union Minister for Culture, Miss. Kumari Selji for retrieving back culture treasure of Gilgit manuscripts (5^th -6^th Cent A.D), considered among the oldest manuscripts in the world to the State Government, with the motive to display these in the museums for culture lovers besides general public. The scholars would afford an opportunity of access to the treasures to widen knowledge about the horizons of cultural past and to foster further research.

Rs. 92 Cr spent by ERA on mega drainage project in uptown Srinagar

CEO ERA stresses for completion of drainage schemes

during current season

            SRINAGAR, JUNE 20: Chief Executive Officer, J&K Economic Reconstruction Agency (ERA), Mr. Saurabh Bhagat today conducted a comprehensive inspection of all the three storm water drainage works being executed by J&K ERA along National Highway Bye Pass from Bemina Fruit Mandi to Pohru Chowk. He impressed upon concerned engineers and Consultants to ensure timely completion of all mega drainage project.

            The Project Manager, Urban Kashmir, J&K ERA, Mr. G.H. Ganie informed the Chief Executive Officer that Rs. 92 crores have been spent on mega drainage projects so far and 80 percent progress has been achieved on the project which involves construction of 54 Kms of drainage network from Pohru Chowk to Bemina Chowk divided into three schemes namely 17.6 Km Pohru–Chanapora, 24 Km Rawalpora-Tengpora and 12.8 Km Bemina Chowk to Fruit Mandi. He said that work on several crucial road cuts has also been completed.

            Bhagat inspected work on construction of Main Pumping Station (MPS) and Intermediate Pumping Station (IPS) at Gulshan Nagar, Chanapora, Tengpora and Bemina. He directed Engineers and Consultants to further speed up work on both civil and electro mechanical components to ensure early completion of the project. 

            CEO ERA also inspected ongoing macadamization of roads being carried out presently by J&K ERA in several colonies of Hyderpora and instructed engineers to complete macadamization work within two months

            During his visit to the drainage sites, CEO also interacted with some locals who appreciated ERA for continuously monitoring the progress of work on drainage schemes and said that the construction of storm water drainage network in their areas has provided them relief from water logging during winters and rainy season which otherwise used to remain water logged even during sunny days. He said that macadamization of interior roads in Gulberg, Shah Anwar and other adjoining colonies have also given a new facelift to these residential areas.

World Environment Week organized at GDC Tangmarg

            TANGMARG, JUNE 20: The NSS Wing of the Government Degree College, Tangmarg organized a series of events about environmental awareness in connection with the World Environmental Week from June 02 to June 09, 2012. The programmes like campus cleaning drive, road show, painting competition, Forest Protection Drive and finally on June 09, 2012. The programme concluded with seminar on ‘’Environment Pollution and its Remedy’’.

            The programme started with the recitation of Holy Quran followed by Nati Nabi (SAW). The welcome address was delivered by Prof. Syed Mustafa and keynote address was presented by Mr. Bilal Ahmad Itoo (Department of Education).

            A good number of students spoke on the emerging issue of the environment. Aijaz Ahmad Tali, Zahoor Ahmad, Shahzad Ahmad and Shamshada Akhtar were declared outstanding performers of the competition by the Juries. Mr. Tanveer Ahmad Banday and Mr. Hilal Ahmad Hilal the faculties. While announcing the judgment the jury, Mr. Tanveer Ahmad appreciated the participants for their efforts.

            BMO Tangmarg was the Chief Guest, while addressing Seminar emphasized on practical implementation of ‘Remedial Measures’. Mr Hilal Ahmad Department of Tourism highlighted the relation between the Tourism & Environment.

            The Principal Prof. Fayaz Ahmad Mir thanked the organizers, guest and student participants. He hailed the week long programme organized by NSS Wing. Mr. Aijaz Ahmad managed the protocol of the programme.

            The programme was anchored by Dr. P. Z. Baha-ud-Din and the vote of thanks was presented by Mr. Abdul Qayoom.   

Monitoring and Review Committee meeting for VAT computerization of commercial taxes deptt held

Committee apprises FM about progress of project

            SRINAGAR, JUNE 20:- A meeting of monitoring and review Committee for VAT computerization of the Commercial Taxes Department of J&K and Himachal Pradesh States was held under the Chairmanship of Mr. Satish Chandra IAS (Retd.), Member Secretary of Empowered Committee of State Finance Ministers at Srinagar on 19^th of June,2012 .

            The Committee members also visited the Excise & Taxation Complex at Solina to personally take stock of the implementation of the project on the ground. The department of the Commercial Taxes of the two States together with M/s TCS, the implementation partners and M/s PWC, the consultants of project gave joint presentation to the Committee. Various aspects of the implementation and the issues regarding Roll out of the project were discussed at length.

            The Committee later on briefed Finance Minister , Mr. Abdul Rahim Rather about the progress of the project.   Committee explained that project of computerization of the Department of Commercial Taxes of Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh was being implemented by the Empowered Committee of State Finance Minister with an overall cost of Rs.40.49 crores out of which Rs.25.33 crores was being provided by Government of India and the rest by the two States. The share of Jammu & Kashmir State including the maintenance cost of the entire project for five years amounted to Rs.7.4 crores.

            The members further informed the Minister that a State of Data Centre has already been put in place in Excise & Taxation complex of the State at Jammu and the same has been connected to various offices of the Department throughout the State with a powerful  Commercial Taxes Wide Area Network (CTWAN) acquire from BSNL. While expressing satisfaction on the overall progress of the project the Committee requested  Finance Minister to start the dealer friendly measures like grant of e-registration, filing of e-returns and facilitation of e-payments through multiple banks. It was observed that an important aspect of the project regarding creation of Disaster Recovery site needed to be attended on priority. The representative of Government of India offered to consider finding of this aspect together with additional demands of the project under MMP-CT programme of Government of India.

            Finance Minister assured the Committee that the computerization of the Commercial Taxes Department of Jammu & Kashmir is being treated as a flagship e- Governance Project in Jammu & Kashmir State and the project was formally initiated by the Chief Minister himself in December 2010. He assured that all help whatever required in making this project a success shall be provided by the State Government of so that transparent, dealer friendly and hassle free services are provided to the dealers and other Stakeholders promptly.

            Earlier Mr. Kifayat Hussain Rizvi, Commissioner Commercial taxes thanked the Chairman of the Committee for fixing up the meeting at Srinagar and to personally observe the implementation of the project on ground.     Besides, Mr. Satish Chandra and Mr. Kifayat Hussain Rizvi the meeting was also attended by Mr. Kamlesh Kumar pant, Director State Taxes GOI, Mr. J. C. Sharma, Commissioner Commercial Taxes Himachal Pradesh; Mr. P. I. Khateeb, Additional Commissioner Commercial Taxes, State Project Coordinator, Mr. Showkat Aijaz , Deputy  Commissioner Commercial Taxes J&K ; Mr. V.P.Gupta, sr. administrative officer empowered committee; Mr.  v. k. Malhotra, administrative officer empowered committee; Mr. tanmoy chakraboraty, Government solution global head tata consultancy service ; Mr.   pankjaj gupta, project head tata consultancy services.; Mr. rahul mullick, executive director ,pwc  and Mr. anurag sirivasta, sr. consultant pwc.

Comprehensive plan for renovation, restoration of Khankah-e-Moulla on anvil: Sagar

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20- A comprehensive plan for renovation and beautification of the historic Khankah-e-Moulla on heritage pattern has been formulated which is among the measures aimed to preserve the cultural heritage of the state.

The information was given at a high level meeting convened under the chairmanship of Minister for Rural Development, Law, Justice, Panchayati Raj and Parliamentary Affairs, Mr. Ali Mohammad Sagar.

Vice Chairman, Waqaf Board, Dr. M. Y. Qadri, District Development Commissioner, Srinagar, Mr. Baseer Ahmed Khan, Commissioner SMC, Dr. G. N. Qasba, Vice Chairman SDA, Mr. Farooq Renzu, Director Tourism, Mr. Talat Parveez, Chief Engineer R&B, Mr. Mushtaq Lone, Chief Town Planner, Mr. Muneer Khan, Convener & Head State Chapter INTACH, Mr. Saleem Beig and other senior officers attended the meeting.

  It was also decided in the meeting that the restoration work would be taken up while taking into consideration that the already existing structures as well as the material used originally does not get affected. The expert advice would be taken from the INTACH who have already been instrumental in renovating and repairing certain historical buildings as well as heritage sites in the state.

It was also decided that the committee headed by Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar would submit a detailed report about the restoration to be carried out within 15 days. The renovation and repairmen would be done purely on the heritage pattern keeping in view the already existing material and the patterns.

While addressing the officers, Mr. Sagar said that “we have to ensure that this historical shrine which is of prime importance historically, architecturely and religiously is properly preserved for the posterity”. Care should also be taken that the existing material as well as the patterns are not damaged while carrying out the proposed renovation, the Minister maintained.

Mr. Sagar also directed the officers to prepare comprehensive plan  by which more structures around the shrine can be acquired so as to carry out the proper landscaping and developing the riverfronts. He said that care should also be taken to ensure that the proposed beautification of the catchment area of the shrine should be in accordance with the local architechtural patterns and tastes.

Common Cause Trust T-20 cricket tournament gets underway

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20- Common Cause Trust T-20 Cricket Tournament in which teams of the old city of Srinagar are participating got underway at Radapora Stadium, Khanyar today.

The opening ceremony was attended by Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation, Dr. G. N. Qasba, Senior Additional Advocate General, Mr. Ali Mohammad Magray, ex-Mayor Mr. Salman Sagar, Mr. Abid Nazir and Jehangir Hassan the members of the Common Cause Trust.

The opening match was played between Rising Star Cricket Club, Rainawari and Qadri Cricket Club, Khanyar. Chasing a modest score of 99 runs, the Rising Star Cricket Club successfully chased the target in 7 over’s only.

In the tournament the wining team would be given a cash prize of Rs. 40, 000/-, runner up Rs. 20, 000/- and the man of the series would be awarded Rs. 5, 000/- respectively.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Qasba said that the Municipal Corporation would provide all the required logistics for the successful conduct of the tournament which would contribute its bit in promoting the sports activities among the youth of the old city.

Coordination Committee meets

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20:- The Coalition Coordination Committee today met under the chairmanship of Member Parliament and PCC Chief, Saif-ud-Din Soz.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister, Mr. Tara Chand, Minister for Finance, Mr. Abdul Rahim Rather, Minister for Rural Development, Law and Parliamentary Affairs, Mr. Ali Mohammad Sagar and senior NC legislator, Ch. Mohammad Ramzan.

The meeting held threadbare discussion on various issues.

Transfers and Postings in administration

SRINAGAR, JUNE 20:- The Government today ordered following transfers and postings in administration with immediate effect.

Mr. Parvaiz Iqbal Khateeb, Additional Commissioner, Commercial Taxes (Tax Planning) has been transferred and posted as Additional Commissioner, Commercial Taxes (Administration), Jammu against an available vacancy. He will hold the additional charge of the post of Additional Commissioner, Commercial Taxes (Tax Planning) in addition to his own duties till further orders.

Mr. Rafiq Ahmad Hakim, under orders of transfer as Additional District Development Commissioner, Anantnag has been transferred and posted as Additional Commissioner, Commercial Taxes (Administration), Srinagar relieving Mr. Mushtaq Ahmad Mir, Director, CA&PD, Kashmir of the additional charge of the post.

Mr. Rajinder Singh, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Udhampur has been transferred and posted as Settlement Officer, Jammu against an available vacancy. He will hold the additional charge of the post of Director, Land Records and Consolidation, Jammu till further orders.

Mr. Dalip Thusoo, awaiting orders of the adjustment in the General Administration Department is posted as Secretary, J&K Sports Council, on deputation basis.

Mr. Kiran Wattal,  Secretary, J&K Sports Council has been transferred and posted as Managing Director, J&K Housing Board against an available vacancy, on deputation basis, relieving Chief Engineer, Public Works (R&B) Department, Jammu on the additional charge of the post.

Thousands attend Urs Sharief in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 20 – Thousands of devotees from across the state today attended annual Urs Sharief of Hazrat Shah Mohd Farid-ud-din, here at Ziarat complex  .

District administration, in collaboration with the Auqaf Islamia, has made elaborate arrangement for the peaceful and hassle free observance of the annual Urs  .

 The day witnessed special prayers and sermons by the religious scholars which were attended by a large number of devotees. The devotees offered prayers and sought the blessings at the shrine of revered Sufi Saint.

District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Saleem Mohammad has enjoined upon all the line department functionaries to make available all   facilities to the devotees.

Besides security, elaborate arrangements for provision of uninterrupted power supply, safe drinking water, sanitation, transport were made by the district administration for the annual Urs Sharief.

Entire township was given a facelift by the MC Kishtwar besides launching a cleanliness drive, particularly in and around the Shrine premises .

  Earlier, in the morning MLA Kishtwar Sajad Ahmed Kichloo, Administrator Auquaf Islamia Kishtwar Tanveer Ahmed Kichloo, officers of revenue, police, PDD, KDA, MC, PHE went around   the town and took stock of the arrangements made by the administration.  

Govt mulling legal action against striking employees

“JCC Strike illegal, no possibility of negotiations”
Srinagar, June 20 (VOS): Amid growing confrontation with employees’ trade unions, the state government Wednesday ruled out the possibility of fresh negotiations with them.

On the contrary the state government has given indications that it is contemplating legal actions against agitating state employees.

A top minister in the state cabinet has told VOS the strike called by the employees is against rulings of the state High Court.

“This strike is illegal and warrants action under law", senior minister and member of the cabinet sub committee which looks after the demands of the employees, Taj Mohiudin told VOS on Wednesday.

The minister said the Chief Minster Omar Abdullah has made it clear that government was not in a position to enhance the retirement age and there should not be now any ambiguity over the issue. “Chief Minster is the head of the government and when he speaks on any issue, nobody else in the government needs to stretch it further", said Taj adding that after the CM's statement, there stands no logic for calling a strike.

“Government will not behave as a mute spectator. Such actions need to be dealt in accordance with law, and you will see law taking its own course in the days to come", said the minister.
"High court has called JCC strike as illegal, they had appealed in Supreme Court against the ruling where it was turned down", claimed Taj Mohiuddin. He added that now when the court has termed such a strike 'illegal', government will implement the ruling on ground. He also hinted at arresting the JCC leaders.
While ruling out any fresh negotiations with the JCC leadership, Taj said that Chief Minster has refused to hold any talks, so there was no reason to engage JCC leadership at this point of time. He further added that even CSC will only be revived if Chief Minster wishes so.
Pertinently JCC while criticizing the Chief Minster for what they termed as ‘childish remarks’ had Wednesday called for a fresh spell of agitation starting 9th of July. They had also threatened to convert the strike into an indefinite one if their demand were not met. (VOS)

Hurriyat Conference Gen Council session tomorrow

Strengthening the forum, revival of units on agenda

Srinagar, June 20 (VOS): After the earlier postponement, the general council of the Hurriyat Conference (M) is all set to meet at its Rajbagh headquarters on Thursday morning here.

“Strengthening of the Hurriyat Conference at different levels and deciding on future course of action with regard to the ongoing movement is on agenda”, Hurriyat Conference Chairman Mirwaiz Umer Farooq told VOS.

In an effort to move ahead leaving the earlier skirmishes behind, the Hurriyat Conference has asked all the general council members to attend the session. “We also intend to devise a programme for reaching out to people of the state”, said the Mirwaiz

The session of the general council is also believed to be significant in the backdrop of reservations expressed by certain members of the Hurriyat Conference with regard to receding involvement of the General Council in its day to day work. However, the Mirwaiz in an effort to control the damage done by the recent controversies within the Hurriyat Conference is believed to be putting in efforts to take everyone on board for its future programmes. In order to ensure discipline within the Hurriyat ranks, the conference has asked all its members to present their view point within the Hurriyat Conference in a cordial atmosphere.

Pertinently, the session had earlier been deferred in wake of commitments of some of its members to the programmes organised to observe the anniversary of Late Dr Qazi Nisar.

According to Hurriyat sources, all the members of the conglomerate have been informed and asked to personally attend the session, however Mahaz-e-Azadi leader Azam Inquilabi has not been invited in wake of his severing ties with the Hurriyat conference.

Meanwhile, according to sources, revival of Hurriyat Conference’s legal, public relations and Ladakh and Jammu affairs cells is on cards. According to VOS, the General Council of the conglomerate is also expected to be briefed on the decisions taken by the Executive Council during its previous meetings. (VOS)

Qazi Yasir detained, separatist leaders condemn arrest

Anantnag June 20(VOS): Mirwaiz south Kashmir Qazi Yasir, son of late Mirwaiz Qazi Nisar.was Wednesday arrested by police and lodged at Police Station Anantnag.
Sources said Qazi yasir visited police station Anantnag today seeking release of the detained youth; however he was detained and put behind bars by police.
A senior officer in the district administration has confirmed to VOS the arrest of Qazi Yasir, however, he declined to comment on the reasons behind the arrest.
Pertinently after the conclusion of the function that was organized by Umamat-i-Isalmi yesterday at Eid Gah Anantnag to celebrate the 18th death anniversary of Late Mirwaiz Qazi Nisar clashes had broken out in various areas of the town after which several youth had been reportedly arrested.

According to sources Yasir has been booked under various sections of unlawful activities Act and an FIR lodged against him in Police station Anantnag.

Meanwhile separatist leaders across the spectrum have condemned the detention of the Mirwaiz.

JKSM leader Zafar Akbar Bhat has strongly condemned the detention of Mirwaiz South Kashmir Qazi Yasir today when he visited the Police station Islamabad to seek release of youths who were arrested yesterday. Zafar Akbar Bhat while condemning the arrest of Qazi Yasir said India ‘cannot suppress the Kashmiris’ just struggle for securing their right to self-determination through use of brute force.

Senior Leader and National Front Chairman Nayeem Ahmad Khan while condemning the arrest of South Kashmir Mirwaiz Qazi Yasir and other Youth called it a brutal act on the part of the Government.

In a statement Nayeem Ahmad Khan said that Qazi Yassir and his followers have been arrested only because they participated in the anniversary function of Shaheed-e-Ummat Qazi Nissar Ahmad which according to him reveals the immorality of the so called government. (VOS)

NC Committed to development of city

Srinagar, June 20 (VOS): Calling Srinagar the heart and soul of the party the National Conference has emphasized its commitment to ensure that the talent of the youth from Srinagar city is explored to create avenues for their sustenance and survival.

While interacting with a large number of youth from the city at the party head quarters, National Conference Spokesman, Tanvir Sadiq said here on Wednesday while exhorting the young to be prepared to take a much bigger role in the city developments.

 “National Conference under the dynamic leadership of Omar Abdullah has ensured Srinagar is developed on the pattern of an international city” said Tanvir “The city is our strong hold and we will ensure its holistic development” He added

While reminding the gathering about the step motherly treatment by the previous regime Tanvir said,“ People have not forgotten how PDP had almost shifted the secretariat from Srinagar to Parhaspora, stalled the urban reform bill to ensure the GOI does not release the funds” He added “ By mere tours of the city and hollow slogans doesn’t give you development but commitment does” Tanvir said “as actions speak louder than words the National Conference under the leadership of Omar Abdullah is committed to take Srinagar to the heights of development” he added.

“Omar Sahib is personally monitoring the progress of the development of the city and has firmly directed for early completion of various works” He said  “ The 24 crore project on a 2 km stretch to develop craft bazaars, retail outlets, refreshment kiosks, production centers and battery operated cars is another hallmark towards developing the city and even the success of Sangarmal Mall is another step towards that” said Tanvir

“The way people have appreciated the major facelift of the city including the installation of traffic lights our resolve becomes stronger to make Srinagar a world class city” said Tanvir

Meanwhile, Vice District President Ghulam Mohd Dar while highlighting the achievement of the government said that keeping in view of the constant demand of the people Ancharsar Lake and Khushalsar Lake have been taken up and the work will start soon.

AAC celebrates 48th foundation day

Srinagar, June 20 (VOS): On the occasion of the 48th foundation day of Jammu and Kashmir Awami Action Committee, a general meeting of party leaders, workers and activists was held at the party headquarters at Mirwaiz Manzil, which was presided over by the Party Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.

The meeting paid glowing tributes to Shaheed-i-Millat, Mirwaiz Moulvi Muhammad Farooq (RA) for his immense contributions as a cleric, Islamic scholar, thinker,agent of social change and as a political leader.

The gathering resolved that Awami-Majlis-e-Amal, as a representative of the people’s aspiration, would continue to fight for the right to self determination of Kashmiris. It further said the party would continue to fight for the liberation of Kashmir in future as well till it reaches its logical end. The party further made it clear that they won’t desist from offering sacrifices in future, if needed, for the liberation struggle of Jammu and Kashmir.

Recounting the sacrifices laid by the 125 youth in 2010 including students and children for the freedom struggle, the Awami Action Committee dedicated its foundation day in their remembrance. Reassuring the parents of 2010 martyrs, some of whom who were specially invited on the occasion, Mirwaiz said that the party believes that their sacrifices have added yet another golden chapter to the freedom struggle of Jammu and Kashmir and that  the sympathies of the whole Kashmiri Nation are with families and relatives of the martyrs of 2010 revolution

The party also observed its foundation day to express solidarity, and paid tributes and remembers thousands of freedom seeking youth and political prisoners who are imprisoned in Kashmir and in various Jails across India.  The party reiterated its demand for immediate release of Kashmiri prisoners on unconditional basis.

The party expressed its satisfaction on the progress of Indo-Pak bilateral talks aimed to improve relations and called for the inclusion of Genuine Kashmiri leadership  for resolution of Kashmir issue permanently within a given time frame. If it happens, the party believes that permanent peace will be established in south Asia which would accelerate the pace of growth, progress and development of the region. This step will also end the era of regional insecurity.

The Awami Action Committee stressed on the government of India that if it wants to make the negotiations result oriented, then they should immediately implement the suggesstions given by the APHC. The party also demanded that the GOI should end human rights violation in Kashmir, end torture, end draconian laws which give impunity to kill people, and revoke AFSPA and other black laws imposed in Jammu and Kashmir.  

Mirwaiz on this occasion stressed the need to strengthen the Party on the grassroot level as strong and vibrant constituents of Hurriyat would ensure strong and stable APHC which would ultimately lead towards the success of our movement

Mirwaiz calls for strike on July 13

Srinagar, June 20 (VOS): Hurriyat Conference (M) Chairman and Awami Action Committee leader Mirwaiz Umer Farooq has called for observing 13th July as “Martyrs day”. He also called for a complete strike on the day.

According to the party press release, a procession will be taken from Jama Masjid to Mazar-e-Shuhda Naqshband Sahib were tributes will be paid to the Martyrs of 13 July 1931, and then the procession would proceed  towards Mazar-e-Shuhda Iddgah where a public rally would be held to pay tributes to all the martyrs from 1931 till date, specially remembering the martyrs of 2008 and 2010 uprising.

ATM Fraudster held at Pampore, 3.75 Lakhs recovered

Srinagar, June 20 (VOS): Police has arrested an ATM fraudster who duped a gullible man of four lac rupees after offering help for making cash withdrawal.

Abdul Razak Ganie resident of  Gulzarpora reported to Awantipora police that he visited the ATM JK Bank, Awantipora for making transaction on 18th May 2012 where a boy rendered him help and made transaction for him after obtaining his ATM card and pin code.

He further narrated that on 16th June, he again tried to make another transaction but to his surprise the transaction didn’t went through. When he approached concerned bank branch, he came to know that the ATM card which he was carrying is registered on the name of some other person and has been rejected before one month.

He received another jolt when he knew that rupees 4 lacs have been withdrawn from his account through his ATM during last 25 days.

On receipt of this report, Awantipora police registered a case FIR No.  86/2012 U/S 406, 420, 379 RPC and started to investigation. During investigation it came to fore that the complainant was duped by the person who helped him on 18th May. After making the transaction on his behalf he had replaced his ATM card and handed over back to him a rejected ATM card.

Keeping close tab on the particular ATM card, Police came to know that the ATM card is being used at ATM J & K Bank, Pampore. Police instantly rushed to the spot and apprehended the person in the nick of time. He was identified as Umar Junaid Magray son of  Fayaz Ahmad resident Lethpora , Ladhoo road,  Awantipora. The ATM card was recovered from him on the spot.  An amount of Rs 3, 76, 000/- has been recovered from him.

02 die, 10 injured in road mishaps

Srinagar, June 20 (VOS): At least two people died and ten others were injured in different road accidents across the valley.

A Scorpio bearing registration number Jk07/1641 on way from Srinagar to Kargil rolled down into gorge, near Hawas Camp, Sonamarg, resulting in injuries to four passengers. The injured persons were shifted to Public health Centre, Sonamarg where injured Amarjeet Singh son of Charu Ram resident of Chandigarh succumbed to his injuries.

A Motorcycle bearing registration number Jk01J/9578 driven by Nawaz Ahmad Sofi son of Mohammad Anwar resident of Ratnipora met an accident near Narwa Pulwama, resulting in his on spot death and injures to the pillions, Faheem Ahmad Mir and Rayees Ahmad Mir.

A Tata Sumo bearing registration number JK05A/1134 on way from Manigah to Kupwara hit and injured Maroofa Begum wife of late Ghulam Khan resident of Manigah, near Manigah Glassdaji, in the jurisdiction of Police Station Kupwara. The injured lady was hospitalized.

 A Tanker bearing registration number Jk05A/3329 while on way from Bandipora to Sumbal hit a Motorcycle bearing registration No. JK01F/2169, near Saderkoot Bala resulting in injuries to Motorcyclist, Showkat Ahmad son of Ghulam Mohammad resident of Lawdara, Bandipora. The injured was shifted to Hospital for treatment. 

A Motorcycle bearing registration number JK18/3643 collided with another Motorcycle bearing registration number DL50/1450, near Nehama, Kulgam, resulting in injuries to one of the Motorcyclist, Shahnawaz Ahmad son of Abdul Aziz resident of Awahato, Kulgam.

A Tipper bearing registration number JK01F/0483 rammed into a tree at Takaya, Batpora, in the jurisdiction of Police Station Kunzar, resulting in injuries to two persons. Both the injured were shifted to Hospital for treatment.

A Verna car bearing registration number Jk03C/6300 while on way from Srinagar to Baramulla collided with a scooter bearing registration number JK01A/6306 at Singh Bagh, near CMP Check Post resulting in injuries to Scooterist Mohammad Maqbool Malik son of Ghulam Mohammad resident of Tawheed Gunj.

Girl commits suicide in Kupwara

Srinagar, June 20 (VOS): A 17 year old girl (name with held) resident of Hayatpora, Kupwara, consumed some poisonous substance at her home. She was shifted to Sub District Hospital, Kupwara where doctors declared her brought dead. The body of deceased was handed over to her next of kins for last rites.

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