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DC Kulgam reviews functioning of RDD, instructs to carry intensified sanitation drives to keep Kulgam clean

Stresses to develop durable assets & ensure time-bound completion of works

KULGAM, JANUARY 23: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan today chaired a meeting of officers and officials of Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj (RDD&PR) at mini-secretariat, here to review functioning, progress and implementation status of various schemes in the district.

During the meeting, ACD, through a PowerPoint presentation apprised the chair about the progress made under various schemes like MGNREGA, PMAY-G, District Capex, etc and informed that there are 55000 Job cards and 45800 are verified and active job cards.

The DC instructed concerned to verify the unverified job cards within a few days.

During the meeting the chair was also informed that 4322 works under MGNREGA were completed during current FY, with an expenditure of 67 crore, and against the target of 5845 units under PMAY-G, 3183 units have been completed.

It was also given out that under District Capex, out of 1904, 1756 works were completed with an expenditure of Rs. 23 crore.

The DC instructed the concerned to expedite the pace of works under District Capex, PMAY (G), MGNREGA and other works. He also instructed ACD to submit a weekly progress report of PMAY-G.

While reviewing progress under SBM, the chair was informed by ACP, that under SBM II, 11671 IHHL were constructed and against the target of 85 Community Sanitary Complexes 64 are completed.

He directed officers to carry intensified sanitation drives in all Panchayats of all 11 blocks of district to remove the legacy waste and clean water bodies, roadsides, markets and other public spaces and stressed to call public participation in making these drives sustainable.

He called for timely completion of all the works with judicious utilization of funds, while ensuring quality of work, in order to create durable assets

The meeting was attended by ADDC, Showkat Ahmad Rather; CPO, Zahid Sajjad; ACP, Shurjeel Ahmad; Exen Rew, BDOs and other officers and officials.

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District Police arrests 02 gamblers, stake money seized

Kulgam, January 19: Continuing its drive against the social crimes, Police in Kulgam have arrested 02 gamblers and seized stake money from their possession.

Acting on specific information regarding gambling activities in the jurisdiction of Police Post Mirbazar, a police party headed by Incharge PP Mirbazar raided the suspected gambling site at Palpora and apprehended 02 gamblers on the spot. They have been identified as Shahid Ahmad Mir son of Manzoor Ahmad Mir and Ashiq Hussain Sofi son of Ghulam Hassan Sofi both residents of Zadoora. Officers have seized stake money of Rs. 4500/- and a set of playing cards from their possession.

Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 17/2024 under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police station Qazigund and investigation has been taken up.

People found indulging in criminal activities shall be dealt as per law. Community members are requested to share information regarding the crimes in their neighbourhood with the local police units.

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DC reviews progress under HADP

Instructs concerned deptts to redouble efforts to achieve set targets well in time

KULGAM, JANUARY 15: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan today chaired a meeting of officers at the mini-secretariat here to review progress and achievements made under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) in the district.

At the outset, the District Agriculture Officer briefed the chair that under Kisan Sampark Abhiyan Phase 1, 25977 farmers participated and 25637 registrations were made and under phase 2nd of the programme 2892 farmers participated and 2851 farmers were registered.

During the meeting, departments presented a comprehensive overview of their achievements, detailing aspects such as plan implementation, beneficiary approvals, banking connections, convergence of activities, and processing of applications through a detailed PowerPoint presentation.

Highlighting the pivotal role of HADP in establishing a robust and profitable agricultural ecosystem, the DC underscored its significance in supporting local farmers.

He emphasized the need for effective implementation of the programme to ensure maximum benefits for the farming communities.

Special attention was given to the prompt approval of cases under allied department schemes, showcasing a proactive approach to meeting farmers' financial needs and enhancing their overall well-being.

Recognizing the importance of awareness programs, the DC urged officers to conduct extensive outreach initiatives and reach out to people as the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme fosters a commitment to optimizing its advantages for sustainable agricultural growth.

He also instructed the concerned to ensure 100 percent expenditure of releases.

The meeting was attended by ADDC, Showkat Ahmad Rather; JDP Zahid Sajjad, ACR, CHO, CAHO, DAO, AD Fisheries, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, DFO, Representatives of Lead Bank and other concerned officials.

DC Ganderbal reviews preparedness for conduct of Panchayat Electoral Roll in district

GANDERBAL, JANUARY 13: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Shyambir today chaired a meeting of EROs, AEROs and PEBOs here at Mini Secretariat Ganderbal.

During the meeting the DC took a detailed review about preparedness for smooth and successful conduct of Panchayat Electoral Roll in the district.

The DC issued instructions in light of the State Election Commission guidelines for carry out revision of Panchayat Electoral Roll with qualifying date 01.01.2024.

The field staff viz PEBOs who are VLWs/MPWs were advised by the DC to visit house to house for receiving of forms from the eligible inhabitants who have achieved the age of 18+ and are not enrolled in the electoral roll yet.

The DC directed EROs/AEROs and BDOs to remain in close coordination with the PEBOs during the revision period.

During the meeting it was revealed that the special camps will be organized on Saturday and Sundays at Polling Stations for the convenience of general public. The awareness programmes will be conducted in all blocks under SVEEP programme.

The revision will start from 15th January and shall complete on 26th of February, 2024.

Meanwhile, the drafts Electoral Roll with sufficient forms were issued to the field staff for use during revision period.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Ganderbal, Mushtaq Ahmad Simnani, Additional Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Gulzar Ahmad, ACR, SDM Kangan, VLWs and other concerned.