In a significant move towards fostering gender-sensitive governance, the Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj (RDD&PR), Jammu & Kashmir, successfully conducted a two-day capacity-building program aimed at strengthening Women and Girl-Friendly Panchayats across the Union Territory. The initiative aligns with the national launch of the Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayat (MWFGP) program, inaugurated by the Ministry […]
Recently Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, chaired a meeting here to review the functioning of Revenue services across all tehsils of the district. He reviewed the progress made in the digitization of revenue records of the district to enhance transparency and efficiency in land records management. He assessed the progress in fully digitizing the district’s revenue […]
In order to take stock of the preparations for the upcoming Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, scheduled to commence on March 3, 2025, the Commissioner Secretary Information Technology Department conducted a comprehensive inspection of the internet connectivity infrastructure at the Legislative Assembly Complex in Jammu. The inspection was led by Commissioner […]
Recently Secretary Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj (RDD &PR), conducted a comprehensive review of the draft Annual Action Plan (AAP) and Labour Budget (LB) for MGNREGA for the fiscal 2025-26, focusing on 10 districts of Kashmir division. He emphasized the importance of realistic and achievable plans. He urged upon the officials to adopt a […]
Recently two day capacity building program, focusing on “Emerging Technologies” successfully concluded. The event was organized as a collaborative effort between the Information Technology Department of Jammu and Kashmir and the Wadhwani Group (a not-for-profit tech organisation operating at the convergence of technology and governance). It was first of its kind capacity building initiative of […]
Recently under Nasha Mukt Bharat campaign, the District Administration Kulgam organized an orientation programme on combating drug menace for religious leaders at Kulgam under the theme ‘Khushall Kulgam.’ Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, said that religious leaders play a vital role in raising awareness vis-a-vis combating drug menace. He underscored the significance […]
Recently Srinagar Heritage Festival”Soun Meeraas” an initiative of District Administration Srinagar aimed to celebrate Srinagar’s rich cultural heritage begins to highlight local tradition, culture, heritage and art, through live exhibitions and demonstrations. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, launched the first leg of the mega event with Painting and Calligraphy competition at Jhelum River Front showcasing culture, […]
Recently Commissioner Secretary, Forest, Ecology, and Environment Department, visited Bandipora to review the ongoing conservation measures on Wullar Lake. During the meeting, the Commissioner Secretary was briefed on conservation initiatives including the comprehensive management action plan, dredging activities, infrastructure development and the willow removal action plan. She emphasized the block-wise removal of willow trees, desilting […]
Recently Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department has unveiled an ambitious plan to plant 1.5 crore saplings upto March end this financial year, aiming to improve the region’s green cover and mitigate climate change. Addressing recent concerns over increased forest fires, PCCF attributed the incidents to a prolonged dry spell. He said that swift action by […]
Recently Chief Secretary, chaired a meeting of the Forest, Ecology & Environment Department to assess its functioning besides reviewing the progress on ongoing conservation measures for protection of lakes and wetlands in the Union Territory. Regarding Wular Lake conservation, the Chief Secretary instructed both the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) and the Commissioner Secretary, […]