SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 24: Minister for Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today informed the Legislative Assembly that the government has accorded top priority to ensure availability and functionality of critical-care equipment in Government Medical Institutions. The administration is taking all necessary steps for timely restoration and maintenance of ventilators at Government Medical College (GMC) Baramulla, she added.<\/p>
The Minister stated this while replying to a Calling Attention Notice moved by Legislator Javid Hassan Baig.<\/p>
The Minister informed the House that 14 ventilators have been installed at GMC Baramulla comprising five Hamilton, five Evolution and four Oxivent units, all of foreign make requiring specialised consumables and servicing through certified agencies. She said the functionality status of all ventilators has been examined in detail and remedial measures have already been initiated.<\/p>
She said that the government is according top priority to the early restoration of all non-functional ventilators and strengthening the maintenance mechanism for critical-care equipment. \u201cOur foremost priority is to ensure that critical-care facilities remain fully functional and readily available for patients. We are taking all necessary measures to strengthen the system, address maintenance-related issues and ensure preparedness to meet any eventuality,\u201d she said.<\/p>
The Minister said that as an interim measure, the department has also taken up the matter directly with the concerned company's headquarters to secure the required consumables and servicing support, thereby ensuring continuity of critical-care services.<\/p>
The Minister further informed the House that the earlier Biomedical Equipment Maintenance & Management Programme (BEMMP) arrangement through Mediciti Healthcare Services Private Limited under JKMSCL has expired and the matter is presently under consideration with JKMSCL for finalisation of a sustainable and effective maintenance mechanism.<\/p>
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SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 24: The Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, has taken serious note of the delay in finalisation and implementation of the proposed Government Vehicle Management Policy, 2026, and directed the Government to place a clear and definite timeline before the House during the ongoing Session.<\/p>
The matter came up during the Question Hour in response to a question regarding \u201cOne Officer- One Vehicle\u201d raised by MLA Ranbir Singh Pathania.<\/p>
Replying to the question, Minister for Transport, Satish Sharma, informed the House that the Government, through the General Administration Department, had constituted a Committee to examine the existing Car\/Vehicle Policy and make recommendations for its revision.<\/p>
The Minister further informed the House that, pursuant to the Committee\u2019s deliberations, a draft Government Vehicle Management Policy, 2026 has been framed and is presently under consideration in the Department.<\/p>
Taking note of the delay in finalising and implementing the policy, Speaker, Abdul Rahim Rather, observed that the matter requires expeditious consideration. The Speaker directed the Minister to apprise the House, within the ongoing Session, of the definite timeline for finalisation and implementation of the Government Vehicle Management Policy, 2026.<\/p>
The Speaker emphasised that the Government should provide a clear position before the House so that the Members are duly apprised of the timeline envisaged for giving effect to the policy.<\/p>
The direction of the Speaker underscores the importance of timely action on matters concerning rationalisation and effective management of Government vehicles, and of keeping the House duly informed of the progress and proposed course of action.<\/p>
The Government is accordingly required to apprise the House, within the current Session, of the definite timeline for implementation of the Government Vehicle Management Policy, 2026.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/1ae13583-0fdd-424e-8b5e-a253ebb34887.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-24T13:22:09.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Speaker Rather takes serious note of delay in Government Vehicle Policy","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":265,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-24T13:22:09.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-24T13:22:09.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":3275,"title":"CM Omar Abdullah fulfils Budget commitment, six free LPG cylinders approved annually for AAY families","slug":"cm-omar-abdullah-fulfils-budget-commitment-six-free-lpg-cylinders-approved-annually-for-aay-families-1","excerpt":null,"content":"
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah\u2019s commitment to provide six free LPG cooking gas cylinders annually to Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families across Jammu and Kashmir has been approved by the government, marking the fulfilment of a key assurance made in his second Budget earlier this year.<\/p>
Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Satish Sharma announced the approval today on the floor of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly during the ongoing Autumn Session.<\/p>
\u201cI want to inform this august House that the six free gas cylinder policy for AAY has got approval from the competent authority. Necessary orders for rolling out the scheme are being issued shortly,\u201d the Minister informed the House, drawing applause from the members.<\/p>
Soon after the announcement, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said the initiative would provide direct relief to the most deserving households and strengthen the government\u2019s commitment to public welfare.<\/p>
\u201cThis key initiative aims to extend direct relief to the most deserving households, ensuring a dignified life for vulnerable sections and reinforcing the government\u2019s commitment to social justice and public welfare,\u201d the Chief Minister said.<\/p>
The initiative was announced by the Chief Minister while presenting his second Budget as Finance Minister in February this year, wherein he had proposed six free LPG cylinders annually for AAY households across Jammu and Kashmir.<\/p>
The provision will extend direct assistance to AAY families across Jammu and Kashmir, helping ease their household expenditure on cooking fuel and providing additional support to economically vulnerable households.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/a71d7bd4-5637-4c67-8911-0063b5d4efe0.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-24T13:16:48.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"CM Omar Abdullah fulfils Budget commitment, six free LPG cylinders approved annually for AAY families","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":237,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-24T13:16:48.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-24T13:16:48.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":3274,"title":"CM Omar Abdullah fulfils Budget commitment, six free LPG cylinders approved annually for AAY families","slug":"cm-omar-abdullah-fulfils-budget-commitment-six-free-lpg-cylinders-approved-annually-for-aay-families","excerpt":null,"content":"
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah\u2019s commitment to provide six free LPG cooking gas cylinders annually to Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families across Jammu and Kashmir has been approved by the government, marking the fulfilment of a key assurance made in his second Budget earlier this year.<\/p>
Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Satish Sharma announced the approval today on the floor of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly during the ongoing Autumn Session.<\/p>
\u201cI want to inform this august House that the six free gas cylinder policy for AAY has got approval from the competent authority. Necessary orders for rolling out the scheme are being issued shortly,\u201d the Minister informed the House, drawing applause from the members.<\/p>
Soon after the announcement, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said the initiative would provide direct relief to the most deserving households and strengthen the government\u2019s commitment to public welfare.<\/p>
\u201cThis key initiative aims to extend direct relief to the most deserving households, ensuring a dignified life for vulnerable sections and reinforcing the government\u2019s commitment to social justice and public welfare,\u201d the Chief Minister said.<\/p>
The initiative was announced by the Chief Minister while presenting his second Budget as Finance Minister in February this year, wherein he had proposed six free LPG cylinders annually for AAY households across Jammu and Kashmir.<\/p>
The provision will extend direct assistance to AAY families across Jammu and Kashmir, helping ease their household expenditure on cooking fuel and providing additional support to economically vulnerable households.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/7f1dd994-1670-4b98-9870-fd013083050d.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-24T13:16:34.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"CM Omar Abdullah fulfils Budget commitment, six free LPG cylinders approved annually for AAY families","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":228,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-24T13:16:34.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-24T13:16:34.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":3225,"title":"Terror-related case: Police attach residential property in Baramulla under UAPA","slug":"terror-related-case-police-attach-residential-property-in-baramulla-under-uapa","excerpt":null,"content":"
Srinagar, Sep 23:<\/strong> Police on Wednesday attached a residential property in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in connection with a terror-related case, officials said.<\/p> The property, a double-storeyed residential house in Namblan village of Sheeri, belongs to accused Aijaz Ahmad Ganie, a police spokesman said.<\/p> The property was attached under Section 25 of the UAPA, 1967, following an investigation into an FIR registered in the north Kashmir district.<\/p> According to police, the investigation found that the property was prima facie used to provide shelter and logistical support to terrorists and facilitate terrorist activities. The action was taken under relevant provisions of the UAPA concerning property linked to terrorism, the spokesman said.<\/p> The attachment was carried out after obtaining the requisite approval from the Director General of Police, he added.<\/p> A public notice was also displayed at the property, prohibiting its sale, transfer, lease, mortgage or creation of any third-party interest.<\/p> Police said the action was part of ongoing efforts by Baramulla Police to disrupt the logistical and support infrastructure of terror networks and take legal action against individuals and properties allegedly involved in facilitating terrorist activities.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/ba0c9821-b5bd-4fc8-947c-e352483dd9c7.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-23T05:28:13.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Terror-related case: Police attach residential property in Baramulla under UAPA","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":244,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":1,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-23T05:28:13.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-23T05:28:13.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":3213,"title":"By consigning Article 370 to history, Jammu Kashmir now stands at the threshold of a new future: LG Sinha","slug":"by-consigning-article-370-to-history-jammu-kashmir-now-stands-at-the-threshold-of-a-new-future-lg-sinha","excerpt":null,"content":" \tSRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today launched the book \u201cSardar Patel and Kashmir: The Untold History\u201d. He paid homage to the foresight and nation-building genius of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and expressed gratitude to Bhagwan Shri Swaminarayan Ji. The Lieutenant Governor commended the Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan for its unparalleled contributions to spiritual upliftment, education, and humanitarian service. He also congratulated Dr. Rizwan Kadri for editing and publishing this important work.<\/span><\/p> \tIn his speech, the Lieutenant Governor described Sardar Patel as the \u201carchitect of modern India,\u201d whose indomitable will and practical wisdom ensured the integration of 562 princely states into a united country. He emphasized that Sardar Patel\u2019s vision of \u201cEk Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat\u201d continues to define the essence of India\u2019s democracy and unity in diversity. The Lieutenant Governor recalled Sardar Patel\u2019s firm stance on Jammu Kashmir, noting his declaration that \u201cwe will not give even an inch of Jammu Kashmir\u2019s territory to anyone.\u201d He reflected on Sardar Patel\u2019s deep understanding of the nation\u2019s pulse and his ability to connect with the common people, workers and communities across India.<\/span><\/p> \t\u201cThrough his indomitable willpower, clear vision, selfless diligence, and skilful organisational strength, he ensured that the dream of an undivided India became a reality. I also believe that had Sardar Patel been given the responsibility for Jammu Kashmir, perhaps the problems that the people here endured for more than six decades would not have arisen,\u201d he said.<\/span><\/p> \tThe Lieutenant Governor highlighted the book\u2019s significance as a serious attempt to re-evaluate history with honesty and impartiality. He cautioned that for too long, historical narratives were shaped by ideological biases that overlooked the decisive contributions of leaders like Sardar Patel. He urged the new generation of writers to treat history as a mirror of truth, not as a tool for glorification, and to learn from past decisions to guide the future.<\/span><\/p> \tHe also described the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A in August 2019 as the fulfilment of Sardar Patel\u2019s unfinished dream. The Lieutenant Governor noted that this constitutional change was not merely legal but a profound step towards psychological and emotional integration, ensuring equal rights and opportunities for all communities in Jammu Kashmir.<\/span><\/p> \t\u201cIn August 2019, under the leadership of Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the nation witnessed a historic constitutional change. New possibilities of education, employment, entrepreneurship and development opened up for the youth.<\/span><\/p> \tThe Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister\u2019s decision proved that when national interest becomes the supreme priority, no obstacle remains permanent. This is the same firm willpower whose glimpse we saw in Sardar Patel\u2019s nation-building efforts in 1947. I believe that by consigning the era of Article 370 to history, Jammu Kashmir now stands at the threshold of a new future,\u201d he said.<\/span><\/p> \tThe Lieutenant Governor also outlined 4 priorities for Jammu Kashmir\u2019s future- peace through zero tolerance towards terrorism, rapid development through infrastructure and connectivity, empowerment of youth by linking them to India\u2019s digital economy and startup culture, and revival of cultural heritage to strengthen tourism and human values. He envisioned Srinagar, Jammu, and other cities of the Union Territory as vibrant centres of education, trade, and innovation.<\/span><\/p> \tHe described the book as a \u201clighthouse\u201d that illuminates Sardar Patel\u2019s dream of a united, confident India. He called upon citizens to dedicate themselves to the ideals of unity, integrity, and patriotism, and to build an India that leads the world not only economically but also through moral leadership, cultural richness, and democratic values.<\/span><\/p> \tAcharya Shree Jitendriyapriyadasji Swamiji Maharaj; Shri Kishor Makwana, Chairperson, National Commission for Scheduled Castes; Dr. Rizwan Kadri; Swami Bhagwat Priya Das Ji; Shri Brij Mohan Sharma, Principal Secretary, Culture Department; senior officials, prominent literary personalities and office bearers of Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan attended the book launch ceremony.<\/span><\/p> SRINAGAR: Minister for Medical and Health Education, Sakeena Itoo today said that the Jammu and Kashmir government has constituted an Apex Committee to strengthen a coordinated and comprehensive response to the growing burden of cancer and to provide guidance and formulate measures for prevention, screening and treatment of the disease. Director, SKIMS has been designated as the Nodal Officer for the purpose.<\/p> The Minister was replying to a question raised by Mir Saifullah in the Legislative Assembly.<\/p> The Minister said that with the financial and technical support of the Government of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases (NP-NCD), the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has established two State Cancer Institutes, one at SKIMS, Soura and the other at Government Medical College, Jammu.<\/p> She said these Institutes have been established with the objective of ensuring comprehensive and specialized cancer care, including diagnosis, treatment and other allied oncology services, thereby catering to the major cancer treatment requirements of the Union Territory.<\/p> The existing facilities are being strengthened from time to time in terms of infrastructure, equipment, human resources and specialized treatment services, as per the approved norms and availability of resources, she added.<\/p> The Minister informed the House that the Jammu & Kashmir administration is committed to ensure accessible, affordable and quality cancer-care services, particularly for economically vulnerable sections of society. Eligible cancer patients are being provided cashless\/free treatment, as applicable, under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, in the empanelled government as well as private health institutions, in accordance with the prescribed eligibility criteria, treatment packages and guidelines under the scheme, she informed.<\/p> The Minister maintained that the benefits cover various diagnostic, therapeutic and hospitalization-related services included in the approved packages. In addition, poor and needy cancer patients are being extended financial assistance under the Cancer Treatment and Management Fund for Poor (CTMFP) scheme, subject to the prescribed eligibility criteria, applicable guidelines and availability of funds, she said. She added that these measures are aimed at facilitating timely access to appropriate cancer treatment and reducing the financial burden on eligible patients and their families.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/f19990fa-29ce-4529-b4c9-bd528fb5a231.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":1,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-22T12:48:16.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Two State Cancer Institutes established in JK: Minister Sakeena Itoo","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":280,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-22T12:48:16.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-22T12:52:48.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":3211,"title":"221 panchayats have playfields; Rs 10.36 cr Dooru Stadium upgrade under consideration: Minister Satish Sharma","slug":"221-panchayats-have-playfields-rs-1036-cr-dooru-stadium-upgrade-under-consideration-minister-satish-sharma","excerpt":null,"content":" SRINAGAR: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FS&CA), Information Technology (IT), Youth Services & Sports, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, today said that 221 out of 355 Gram Panchayats (GPs) in Jammu and Kashmir have either existing or constructed playfields under the One Panchayat-One Playfield initiative.<\/p> The Minister was replying to a question raised by MLA G A Mir regarding implementation of the 'One Panchayat-One Playfield' initiative, particularly with reference to Dooru Constituency and the status of sports infrastructure and proposed playfields there.<\/p> Quoting information received from the Rural Development Department, Satish Sharma said that 221 out of 355 Gram Panchayats covered under the initiative have playfields, either already existing or newly constructed.<\/p> Giving details of Dooru Constituency, the Minister informed the House that 37 out of 66 Gram Panchayats have playfields. He said the Youth Services & Sports Department has taken up two playfield projects in Dooru Constituency during the past three years. The Playfield at Larkipora near ADV Road Bathuno, taken up during 2024-25 at a cost of Rs 48.55 lakh, has achieved 90 per cent completion, added. He apprised that another Playfield at Shangren has been taken up as a new work during 2026-27 at an estimated cost of Rs 80 lakh.<\/p> Satish Sharma further informed that 26 playfield sites have been approved under AAP 2026-27 as part of VB-G RAM-G by the Rural Development Department, Anantnag, where suitable government land has been made available by the Revenue Department. He said that development of playfields by the Youth Services & Sports Department is undertaken after following all requisite formalities, including availability of encumbrance-free land, transfer of land and availability of funds.<\/p> He said that sports infrastructure in Dooru Constituency is being progressively improved and upgraded through the J&K Sports Council and Directorate of Youth Services & Sports.<\/p> The Minister informed that four major sports facilities are being developed or maintained in the constituency including Sports Stadium, Dooru, equipped with a change-room-cum-pavilion, cricket competition pitch, net practice pitch, chain-link fencing, main gate and dugouts. Besides, playfield at Verinag is presently under development with a change-room-cum-pavilion, cricket competition pitch, net practice pitch, chain-link fencing, main gate, dugouts and mechanical roller. The playfield at Qammar Shahbaad, Block Verinag, is being maintained by the J&K Sports Council while the playfield at Bhahi Bachoo Hiller, is being developed with cricket competition pitch, net practice pitch and chain-link fencing, he told the House.<\/p> The Minister informed that a DPR amounting Rs 1,035.98 lakh has been prepared for upgradation of Sports Stadium Dooru and is presently under consideration by the Department. The proposed works included pavilion building with change rooms, seating tiers with canopy, cricket competition pitches, net practice pitches, dugouts, synthetic volleyball court, mechanical roller and floodlights, he added.<\/p> Regarding proposals for development of playfields at Sayen\/Sagam, Sadiwara, Chowgund, Qammar, Dudwangan, Akingam, Hiller Kokernag and other identified locations, Satish Sharma said the sites are under consideration for land transfer and development. He informed that the process for transfer of land to the Youth Services & Sports Department is underway with the Revenue Department while in the case of Sadiwara and Hiller Kokernag, the land-transfer process is yet to be initiated.<\/p> The Minister said that once the land preparation and transfer processes are finalised, the department would consider the required development works, subject to availability of funds, land and feasibility. He also informed that a DPR amounting Rs 150 lakh has been prepared for development of the Sayen Sagam playfield, envisaging ground expansion through cutting and filling, protection works, seating tiers, cricket competition pitches, net practice pitches and a synthetic volleyball court.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/256eb5d6-3215-46e2-9ed2-c837d8caa7ca.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-22T12:43:17.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"221 panchayats have playfields; Rs 10.36 cr Dooru Stadium upgrade under consideration: Minister Satish Sharma","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":226,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":3,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-22T12:43:17.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-22T12:43:17.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":3210,"title":"J&K Assembly holds Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign; CM, Ministers, Legislators take cleanliness pledge","slug":"jk-assembly-holds-swachhata-hi-seva-2026-campaign-cm-ministers-legislators-take-cleanliness-pledge","excerpt":null,"content":" SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 22: As part of the ongoing Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 campaign, a special Swachhata Signature and Pledge campaign was organised at the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Complex, Srinagar, today, with the elected representatives and members of the House joining together to reaffirm the message of cleanliness, collective responsibility and sustained public participation.<\/p> Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, along with Ministers, legislators and other dignitaries, participated in the campaign and joined the signature initiative, reaffirming the importance of making Swachhata a shared responsibility and an integral part of everyday life.<\/p> The initiative is part of the nationwide SHS 2026 campaign, being observed from 17 September to 02 October 2026 under the theme \u201cSwachhata Mein Sahbhag; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat.\u201d The campaign places emphasis on Jan Bhagidari, transformation of Cleanliness Target Units and public places, youth engagement, sanitation-worker welfare, source segregation and Waste-to-Wealth initiatives.<\/p> The participation of the elected representatives at the Legislative Assembly provided a strong platform for reinforcing the message that cleanliness transcends the institutional boundaries and requires sustained involvement of citizens, communities and public representatives. The campaign also encourages the Members of the Legislative Assembly to carry the message of Swachhata to their respective constituencies and promote community participation in cleanliness drives, responsible waste management, source segregation and other sanitation-related initiatives.<\/p> The Directorate of Rural Sanitation has been coordinating the UT-wide SHS 2026 campaign, which was formally launched at Block Khonmoh, Srinagar, on September 17.<\/p> At the launch, Director General Rural Sanitation Anoo Malhotra called for transforming cleanliness from a time-bound campaign into a sustained habit and emphasised that Swachhata should have no defined beginning or end.<\/p> The Legislative Assembly campaign further strengthened this message by bringing the principles of Jan Bhagidari, collective action and behavioural change into the highest democratic forum of the Union Territory.<\/p> The SHS 2026 campaign will continue with a range of activities across Jammu & Kashmir, focusing on visible cleanliness outcomes, citizen participation, youth engagement, sanitation-worker welfare, waste management and sustained behavioural change.<\/p> \u201cSwachhata Mein Sahbhag; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat\u201d continues to guide the campaign, with the collective participation of institutions, elected representatives and citizens at the heart of the movement.<\/p> SRINAGAR, Sep 22:<\/strong> Senior judicial officer Yash Paul Bourney<\/strong> was sworn in as a Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh during a ceremony held at the Chief Justice\u2019s Court at the High Court\u2019s Srinagar wing on Tuesday.<\/p> Chief Justice Dr. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati<\/strong> administered the oath of office to Justice Bourney. The Warrant of Appointment was read out by High Court Registrar General M.K. Sharma<\/strong>, who also conducted the proceedings.<\/p> Several judges of the High Court attended the ceremony in person, while other judges joined virtually from the Jammu wing. Members of Justice Bourney\u2019s family, relatives and friends were also present.<\/p> The ceremony was attended by senior government officials, judicial officers, law officers and members of the legal fraternity, including representatives of the Kashmir Advocates\u2019 Association and the J&K High Court Bar Association, Jammu.<\/p> The Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India<\/strong>, issued the notification appointing Justice Bourney to the High Court on September 19, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p> Born on August 25, 1967<\/strong>, Justice Yash Paul Bourney hails from Dadwara village in Bhaddu, Billawar, Kathua district. During his judicial career, he served as Principal District & Sessions Judge in Leh, Baramulla, Udhampur and Jammu<\/strong>.<\/p> He also served as Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, in Srinagar and Jammu, besides holding several important administrative positions, including Member Secretary of the J&K Legal Services Authority, Registrar Vigilance of the High Court and Director of the J&K Judicial Academy<\/strong>.<\/p> After serving as Principal District & Sessions Judge, Jammu, Justice Bourney was deputed as a Member of the J&K Special Tribunal, Jammu<\/strong>, a position he held before his elevation to the High Court.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/82dec062-d037-466d-a0f1-e8a1964d65d0.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-22T10:18:22.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Yash Paul Bourney Sworn In as Judge of J&K and Ladakh High Court","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":356,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-22T10:18:22.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-22T10:18:22.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-25T05:47:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":3177,"title":"Rs 3.22 Cr relief disbursed to flood-affected families in Rajouri constituency: CM Omar Abdullah","slug":"rs-322-cr-relief-disbursed-to-flood-affected-families-in-rajouri-constituency-cm-omar-abdullah","excerpt":null,"content":" SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 21: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today informed the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly that a detailed assessment of damage caused by the recent flash floods and landslides in Rajouri constituency has been carried out, with relief disbursed to affected families and plans prepared for permanent restoration of damaged infrastructure.<\/p> Replying to a question by MLA Rajouri Iftikhar Ahmed during Question Hour of the Autumn Session, the Chief Minister, who also holds the portfolio of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction, said 149 family-wise cases pertaining to damages caused by flash floods and landslides had been received by the District Administration Rajouri.<\/p> He said \u20b940.61 lakh had been disbursed to the affected families of Rajouri constituency under the prescribed SDRF norms. In addition, \u20b92.81 crore had been released to District Rajouri from the Chief Minister\u2019s Relief Fund which has been disbursed among the affected families in accordance with the approved norms.<\/p> The Chief Minister said a preliminary assessment of damage to roads and bridges in Rajouri district had been carried out and a proposal for permanent restoration of 403 roads and bridges had been prepared at an estimated cost of \u20b9185 crore.<\/p> On the power infrastructure, he said damage amounting to \u20b927.99 crore had been assessed in Rajouri district due to heavy rains and flash floods during July 2026, of which \u20b99.39 crore pertained to Rajouri constituency.<\/p> He said temporary restoration of power supply had been undertaken through installation of an Emergency Restoration System (ERS) tower on the 132 KV Rajouri-Draba transmission line. The tendering process for its permanent restoration is under way.<\/p> The Chief Minister further informed the House that \u20b91.25 crore had been received under SDRF for temporary restoration of power supply in Rajouri district. Of this, \u20b957.60 lakh had been allocated to Rajouri constituency, while the remaining amount was distributed among other affected constituencies of the district.<\/p> As regards agricultural losses, the Chief Minister said the Agriculture Department had assessed crop damage during Kharif 2026 through field-level verification. Maize was affected over 416 hectares, with 15 per cent damage assessed, while paddy was affected over 101.50 hectares, with 65 per cent damage assessed.<\/p> He said the Jal Shakti and Public Works (R&B) Departments had also carried out detailed assessments of damage to water supply, irrigation and road infrastructure in the constituency.<\/p> The Chief Minister said all damaged roads, bridges, water supply and power supply schemes had been temporarily restored within one month. Detailed Project Reports for permanent restoration had been prepared and were under consideration.<\/p> He further stated that flood-prone electrical infrastructure would be strengthened and realigned wherever required to enhance its resilience against future eventualities. Adequate spares would also be kept available for immediate restoration of the electrical infrastructure in case of future damage or disruption.<\/p> On the demand for enhancement of compensation under SDRF for damaged houses, agricultural land, commercial establishments and other properties, the Chief Minister said revision of SDRF compensation norms falls within the purview of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.<\/p> SRINAGAR, September 21: The opening day of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly\u2019s Autumn Session witnessed a sharp confrontation as Jammu West MLA Arvind Gupta joined the BJP\u2019s protest inside the House and launched a strong attack on the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government, questioning what he described as the government\u2019s failure to address the pressing concerns of the people.<\/p> Gupta accused the government of making \u201cpromises to the people but failing to provide answers when those promises are tested on the floor of the House.\u201d<\/p> Raising the voice of Jammu, Gupta pressed the government on a range of pending issues, including the Citizen Cooperative Bank crisis, electricity tariff hike, employment-related grievances, regularisation of workers and what he described as continued discrimination against Jammu.<\/p> During the protest, Gupta maintained that the Assembly is the place where the government must answer the people\u2014not avoid difficult questions.<\/p> He questioned the government over what he termed \u201cunanswered public grievances and unfulfilled commitments\u201d, asserting that the people of Jammu had been waiting for concrete action rather than repeated assurances.<\/p> \u201cThe people did not elect a government merely to hear promises. They expect answers, decisions and delivery,\u201d Gupta said, demanding accountability from the Omar Abdullah government.<\/p> He further argued that Jammu cannot be treated as a secondary stakeholder in the affairs of the Union Territory, and that issues affecting the region must receive equal priority in government policy and decision-making.<\/p> One of the key issues highlighted by Gupta was the Citizen Cooperative Bank Jammu, with the MLA demanding urgent government intervention and capital support for the institution.<\/p> Gupta raised concerns over the difficulties being faced by depositors, traders and account holders, and questioned why the government had not come forward with a concrete mechanism to address the financial difficulties surrounding the cooperative bank.<\/p> The issue has also been taken up by Jammu\u2019s business community, with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry seeking suitable financial assistance for the revival and rehabilitation of the bank.<\/p> Gupta demanded that the government come out with a clear and time-bound roadmap, instead of leaving depositors and the business community to continue waiting.<\/p> \u201cThis is not merely a banking issue; it is an issue concerning the hard-earned money, businesses and livelihoods of people,\u201d Gupta maintained.<\/p> Gupta also strongly opposed the recent electricity tariff hike, demanding relief for consumers.<\/p> The tariff revision, reported at an average increase of 6.83 per cent from September 1, has become a major political flashpoint in the Assembly.<\/p> Gupta questioned the rationale behind imposing an additional financial burden on households, traders and businesses and demanded that the government explain why ordinary consumers should be made to pay more.<\/p> He said the government must address the impact of higher electricity costs on small businesses, traders, industries and common households, instead of merely defending the tariff decision.<\/p> Taking aim at the government\u2019s broader record, Gupta questioned what he described as the gap between political promises and ground-level delivery.<\/p> He pointed to unresolved concerns of NHM employees, daily wagers, unemployed youth, traders, transporters, farmers and other sections of society, arguing that these issues cannot be pushed from one session to another.<\/p> Gupta said the BJP would continue to raise these concerns inside the Assembly and would not allow Jammu\u2019s issues to be pushed to the margins.<\/p> The Jammu West MLA also made the question of regional balance a central part of his protest.<\/p> According to Gupta, Jammu has repeatedly raised concerns over employment, development, infrastructure, industry, trade, electricity and economic opportunities, yet many grievances remain unresolved.<\/p> He alleged that the Omar Abdullah-led government was failing to adequately address Jammu\u2019s concerns and asserted that \u201cJammu deserves equality, representation and justice\u2014not discrimination.\u201d<\/p> Gupta\u2019s intervention came after BJP legislators had also undertaken public outreach ahead of the session, meeting representatives of traders, employees, farmers, transporters, industrial groups and Citizen Cooperative Bank stakeholders and taking up their concerns for discussion in the Assembly.<\/p> With the Assembly witnessing protests and disruptions on the opening day, Gupta made it clear that the BJP would continue to put pressure on the government over issues affecting the public.<\/p> He asserted that the opposition\u2019s role was not merely to watch the government conduct proceedings but to hold it accountable on issues directly affecting the people.<\/p> \u201cJammu has waited long enough. The government must stop giving assurances and start giving answers,\u201d Gupta said.<\/p> The first day of the Autumn Session subsequently witnessed continued protests by BJP legislators over several issues, including the power tariff hike, NHM employees\u2019 demands and regularisation of daily wagers, amid disruptions in the House.<\/p> For Arvind Gupta, the opening day became a direct political challenge to the Omar Abdullah government: answer Jammu\u2019s questions, address the Citizen Cooperative Bank crisis, reconsider the burden of higher power tariffs and deliver on commitments\u2014or face continued opposition inside the 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departments.<\/p> A total of 3,318 gazetted posts, 24,427 non-gazetted posts, and 12,927 multi-tasking staff (MTS) posts were lying vacant, the government said.<\/p> The highest number of vacancies was in the Health and Medical Education department with 2,125 gazetted posts, 8,064 non-gazetted posts and 2608 MTS posts lying vacant in the crucial department.<\/p> The Agriculture Production Department has 4,939 posts vacant, Finance has 1,829, and School Education 1,364 vacant posts, the government said.<\/p> The government said 17,922 posts have been referred to J-K Service Selection Board and 2,150 posts to the Public Service Commission in the last two years.<\/p> The government said it has taken a series of measures to ensure that vacant posts are filled in a time-bound manner.<\/p> \"These include timely identification and referral of vacancies to the recruiting agencies, adherence to the prescribed statutory framework, advance planning of recruitment cycles, and close monitoring of 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strategy of the treasury benches.<\/p> NC president Farooq Abdullah, who is not an MLA, will chair the meeting of the legislature party that is headed by Omar Abdullah.<\/p> Principal opposition party in the JK Legislative Assembly, the BJP, said the National Conference government has failed on all fronts.<\/p> BJP leaders plan to raise the outsourcing of government jobs, corruption in public offices and the delay in holding panchayat and urban local bodies' polls. The electricity tariff hike and \"failure\" to deliver on election promises will also figure in the BJP's floor tactics to corner the government.<\/p> PDP has said it will focus on unemployment, outsourcing of jobs, the reservation policy, and the regularisation of daily wagers in government service.<\/p> According to the provisional calendar issued by Speaker of Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, the session will begin with obituary references on September 21, followed by taking up government business the next day.<\/p> The private members' bills will be discussed on September 24 followed by private members' resolutions the next day. 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between divided families and promote cross-LoC trade, and argued that its original purpose should be restored.<\/p> She also referred to the history of the facility and the deaths of PDP workers during the Muzaffarabad Chalo rally<\/strong>, saying the centre was established after significant sacrifices.<\/p> Mehbooba further called for reopening routes connecting Kashmir with the outside world, saying the region needed greater connectivity.<\/p> The Salamabad Trade Facilitation Centre<\/strong> was established in 2008 after India and Pakistan agreed to introduce a barter-based trade mechanism between Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.<\/p> Cross-LoC trade was suspended by the Centre in April 2019<\/strong> after authorities alleged that the route was being used for activities including terror financing, smuggling of weapons and narcotics, and circulation of counterfeit currency.<\/p> Mehbooba's latest appeal comes amid discussions over the future use of the Salamabad 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society in Srinagar.<\/p> J&K BJP Secretary Arif Raja, Co-Convenor All Cells Bilal Parray, Senior Leader Dr. Ali Mohd. Mir, District Presidents Adv. Sheikh Salman and Gh. Hasan were also present on the occasion.<\/p> During the interactions, the delegations apprised Sunil Sharma of various issues concerning their respective sectors and highlighted their grievances, suggestions and demands. Sharma gave a patient hearing to the representatives and assured them that their concerns would be taken up with the concerned authorities and, wherever required, strongly raised during the upcoming Assembly Session.<\/p> Sharma said the BJP would continue to remain a strong voice of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and would hold the government accountable on issues affecting the common citizen.<\/p> \u201cPeople are raising basic and genuine issues\u2014electricity poles, shortage of staff in schools, doctors in hospitals, damaged roads and potholes, employment-related concerns and civic amenities. These are issues that require governance and administrative action,\u201d Sharma said.<\/p> He alleged that for the past two years, the National Conference-led government has repeatedly cited \u201clack of powers\u201d in response to several issues confronting the people. According to Sharma, this has created confusion and frustration among the public.<\/p> \u201cPeople want their day-to-day problems to be addressed. Electricity infrastructure, school staff, doctors in hospitals and roads do not wait for political circumstances. If the government believes that every issue requires Statehood, then it must explain what responsibilities it is presently discharging and why,\u201d he said.<\/p> Sharma also raised concerns regarding employees and workers associated with various government schemes and departments, including Daily Wagers, GRS, Technical Assistants, ASHA workers, Anganwadi workers and NHM employees. He said their concerns regarding job security, remuneration and regularisation require urgent attention.<\/p> He further expressed concern over what he described as growing public complaints regarding corruption, delays in Panchayat elections, increased power tariffs and employment-related issues facing the youth.<\/p> \u201cThousands of young people are looking for opportunities and a secure future. The government must address their concerns instead of allowing frustration to grow,\u201d Sharma said.<\/p> The Leader of Opposition assured the delegations that the issues placed before him would be taken up at the appropriate forums, including the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, and, wherever necessary, with the Central Government.<\/p> Sharma said the BJP would continue its public outreach programme across Jammu and Kashmir, listen directly to the people and raise their concerns through constitutional and democratic forums.<\/p> \u201cThe BJP will continue to stand with the people of Jammu and Kashmir. 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N. Giri, Director, Vocational Education, NIOS, and Prof V. S. Mehrotra, Head, PSSCIVE, NCERT, Bhopal, besides experts from SKUAST-Kashmir, SKUAST-Jammu and the Department of Agriculture, J&K.<\/p> Addressing the gathering, the Chairman, JKBOSE, said the Board was among the few Boards in the country to have received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from NCVET, describing it as an important step towards strengthening vocational education and skill-based learning in school education. He said the Board was focusing on sectors having considerable potential in the Union Territory, particularly agriculture and tourism, with the aim of enabling students to acquire skills relevant to local employment and livelihood opportunities.<\/p> In his welcome address, Dr Parveen Singh, Director Academics, JKBOSE stressed the need to establish stronger linkages between school education, skills and the requirements of the job market, while ensuring that vocational courses remain relevant to the socio-economic context of Jammu and Kashmir. 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