Precious Kashmir

LG reviews progress under Jal Jeevan Mission Project

Jammu & Kashmir

05/02/2022

LG reviews progress under Jal Jeevan Mission Project

>Govt determined to provide tap water connection to every household
> Improved SDG ranking of J&K in NITI Aayog’s report is testimony of our commitment to ensure safe water supply, sanitation
> Directs officials to speed up implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission

JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today reviewed various aspects related to Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) project at Civil Secretariat.

During the meeting, the Lt Governor sought a detailed report on the progress made under Jal Jeevan Mission across the UT, including Functional Household Tap Connections; Tap Water Connections to Rural-Public Institutions; present status of Water Supply System and water treatment under JJM.

The Lt Governor directed the concerned officials to speed up implementation of the project to achieve the desired results on ground.

We are determined to provide tap water connection to every household and capacity building of Water Quality Management-testing, monitoring & surveillance, observed the Lt Governor.

Improved SDG ranking of J&K in NITI Aayog’s report is testimony of our commitment to ensure safe water supply and sanitation, the Lt Governor said.

Ensure sustainability of the source water supply system, along with maintaining inter-departmental coordination for the effective implementation of the project. Every single complaint from the citizens regarding water supply should be addressed on priority, the Lt Governor told the officials.

Sh. M Raju, Commissioner/Secretary to the Government, Jal Shakti Department gave a detailed presentation on the status of Jal Jeevan Mission in the UT including Functional Household Tap Connections; District wise Schemes proposed under JJM; Support Activities (ISA, IEC & HRD activities); Filtration Plant Capacity & Augmentation; existing & the proposed infrastructure for water treatment under JJM and hydrogeomorphology Maps (HGM Maps) for Ground Water Exploration.

The chair was also briefed about the Village Action Plans & Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of Jal Jeevan Mission submitted to J&KWRRA for technical evaluation.

Sh. Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to the Lt Governor; Dr Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary; Sh. Nitishwar Kumar, Principal Secretary to the Lt Governor; Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Mission Director, Jal Jeevan Mission, J&K; Chief Engineers and senior officers attended the meeting.

CSSs playing vital role in J&K’s development, says Member Parliament

Jammu & Kashmir

Precious Kashmir

05/02/2022

Reviews progress of development works at DISHA meeting
Directs for timeline completion of projects

JAMMU: Member Parliament Jammu-Poonch Jugal Kishore Sharma, who is also the Chairman District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DDCMC) ‘DISHA’, today reviewed status and progress under central government schemes at a meeting of members of the Committee and district officers of line departments, held here in PWD Guest House.

Chairman, DDC, Jammu Bharat Bhushan, Deputy Commissioner Anshul Garg, besides DISHA Committee Members Tara Chand and Haroon Chowdhury were also present in the meeting.

At the outset, the Deputy Commissioner gave a powerpoint presentation on the achievements and progress registered under different schemes and the status of the developmental projects being executed in the district by different agencies.

The MP took a comprehensive review of physical and financial achievements of centrally sponsored schemes PMGSY, 14th FC, RURBAN, DDUGJY, B2V3, Languishing Projects, Ayushman Bharat, NRLM, PMAY, IWMP, MGNREGA, PM-KISAN, KCC Swachh Bharat Mission, etc. The MP also reviewed the achievements under the schemes being implemented by the PWD, PDD, Jal Shakti Department, Agriculture, Horticulture, Education, Social Welfare, Labor Department, Urban Development Department and others.

The MP instructed the concerned functionaries to make sure that the benefits under the Central Sponsored Schemes percolate to the targeted sections. He also stressed on creating mass awareness for the effective implementation of Central Sponsored Schemes at the grassroots level.

The MP emphasized on optimum utilization of available resources and instructed the concerned officers for regular monitoring and follow- up of all ongoing development works to achieve quality parameters.

It was informed that Rs 73486.59 Lakhs were sanctioned under the Languishing project scheme for 252 projects including roads, bridges, school buildings, out of which 145 projects have been completed till date and work on the rest 106 is at different stages of execution.

The Deputy Commissioner further informed the Chair that a total 4023 works have been completed under MGNREGA, while 5023 candidates were enrolled under Himayat, 3170 have completed the training in different trades, 1205 are undergoing training and 1545 have been placed in different jobs.

Regarding Ayushman Bharat scheme, the Deputy Commissioner informed the MP that against 1441400 beneficiaries in Jammu district, 739651 have been registered and 727756 provided Golden Cards so far. The chair also reviewed the progress on CRF projects being executed in the district and directed the officers to closely monitor the execution work.

Regarding PMAY, the MP was apprised that against the target of constructing 5272 houses, 4640 have been completed.

Similarly, under IWMP, 210 works have been approved out of which 50 have been completed so far.

Regarding MPLAD, the Chair was informed that for 16th Lok Sabha, out of 704 works 608 have been completed and for 17th Lok Sabha, out of approved 101 works 35 have been completed so far.

Regarding Jammu-Akhnoor Highway and Ring road projects, the MP was apprised that maximum works on the twin projects have been completed and rest would be completed within a few months.

Under 14th FC, out of total 6255 works 3631 have been completed, while under PMGSY out of total 765 road length, 667 has been constructed.

Appreciating the efforts of district administration Jammu, the MP expressed satisfaction over the overall progress of the district in the implementation of the centrally sponsored schemes. He also advised the members of PRIs and MCs to effectively monitor and help administration in successful implementation of the schemes. The MP directed the officers concerned to resolve the bottlenecks, if any.

He further directed the concerned agencies to complete all the pending development works within the given timeline. The officers and field functionaries were asked to work as a team for achieving better results and ensuring effective public service delivery.

While congratulating the DC Jammu for being adjudged as number 1 district in composite ranking among the 20 districts of UT of J&K, the MP also appreciated the district officers who are leaving no stone unturned in the development of the district.

Weather improves in Kashmir

Jammu & Kashmir

United News Of India

05/02/2022

Srinagar: Weather in Kashmir improved on Monday after week-long rain and snowfall. The MeT forecasts dry weather till January end. Night temperature in the valley improved except in the ski resort of Gulmarg, where a minimum of minus 9.5 degrees Celsius was recorded. Dry weather is also expected in most parts of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, the weatherman said. Light rain/snow is possible at a few places in Jammu region and Ladakh (especially in Kargil district). Gulmarg, in north Kashmir, which saw a dip of 2.5 degrees in 24 hours also received 11mm rainfall and 11cm snowfall till 8.30am, a Meteorological Department official said. Srinagar recorded a low of 2.8 degrees Celsius and received 2.6mm of rain. Qazigund in south Kashmir settled at sub-zero temperature and received 5.6mm of rain. Tourist resort of Pahalgam also in the south, recorded a low of minus 0.8 degree Celsius against minus 1.2 degrees Celsius the previous night and received 18mm rainfall and 12.8cm of snow. Kokernag in south Kashmir recorded a low of minus 0.5 degree Celsius as it received 6.2mm rainfall and 3.5cm of snow. Frontier district of Kupwara recorded a low of 0.2 degree Celsius and received 1.7mm of rain till 8.30 am.

Div Com Kashmir visits acid attack survivor at SMHS Hospital

City

Precious Kashmir

05/02/2022

Div Com Kashmir visits acid attack survivor at SMHS Hospital

Assures of all possible support in treatment, strict punishment to perpetrators

SRINAGAR: The Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole today morning visited SHMS Hospital to enquire about the treatment and wellbeing of the Acid attack survivor of Srinagar.

On behalf of Lt. Governor, Manoj Sinha, the Div Com assured her parents that all the hospital expenses will be borne by the govt. Besides, the government will strive to get strict punishment awarded to criminals in the shortest possible period.

Pole said that the government will ensure that those involved in the heinous crime of acid attack will be given stringent punishment and maintained that there is no space for such monstrous people in a civilized society.

Div com also met Medical Superintendent and ophthalmologist, Dr Junaid who is treating the victim and enquired about her wellbeing. Div Com was informed that the victim has suffered damage to eyes and the team of ophthalmologists is trying their best to save her eyes. He was also informed that damage to the skin is minimal and whatever scars remain, it can be cured in plastic surgery after 4 weeks.

Meanwhile, Div com said that the sale of Acid will be regulated so that no one can misuse it for heinous crimes.

Victim likely to be moved to Chennai for eye treatment

By: Sheikh Danish

Srinagar: Four days after facing severe injuries, the Jammu and Kashmir government is planning to shift the acid attack survivor from Srinagar to Chennai hospital for eye treatment.

Official sources told KNO that the administration on the advice of doctors has decided to shift the acid attack victim to Chennai hospital for specialized treatment.

The 24-year-old acid attack survivor has suffered severe burn injuries while the doctors have said that she is unlikely to regain her eyesight as the cornea of her eye has got damaged.

Sources said that the deliberations with the Chennai’s prominent doctors are going on and the decision to shift her would be announced very shortly.

Pertinently, the 24-year-old girl has been undergoing treatment at Srinagar’s SMHS hospital since February 01 evening, the day when she was attacked with acid. As per the reports, the government has said that the medical treatment, legal aid and future rehabilitation of the Srinagar acid attack victim are covered under the Nirbhaya Fund.

The district administration Srinagar has provided Rs one lakh as immediate assistance to the victim while Srinagar Mayor, Junaid Azim Mattu has provided his one month salary to the victim.

Moreover, the government has announced all possible assistance to the victim while a political party led by former minister Syed Altaf Bukhari has said that he was ready to bear all the medical expenses of the girl.

Police, has already arrested three accused persons involved in the act and has assured that strict action will be taken against the culprits.

Lalu rules out stepping down as RJD President in Tejashwi’s favour

National

Indo Asian News Service

05/02/2022

Lalu rules out stepping down as RJD President in Tejashwi’s favour

Patna/New Delhi: RJD President Lalu Prasad Yadav on Friday sought to quash speculation that he would step down from the post and son Tejashwi Yadav could be the next party chief.

Interacting with media persons in New Delhi, he said that those who are saying it, are absolutely fools and spreading lies in the media.

“There is no truth in it. We are not planning anything like this. It is a complete rumour spread in the media,” Lalu Prasad said.

There were rumours within the party that Lalu Prasad may step down during the national Executive Committee meeting scheduled on February 10 and hand over the responsibility to Tejashwi Yadav as he is ill and reportedly unable to actively participate in the party’s activities.

Tejashwi Yadav is Leader of opposition in Bihar Vidhan Sabha.

Prasad’s wife and former Chief Minister Rabri Devi is also against the move of him giving the top party post.

“There is no basis in giving the national President post of the party to Tejashwi Yadav so far. The party has not decided this,” she said in Patna.

Sources have said that Tejashwi Yadav’s elder sister Misa Bharti and elder brother Tej Pratap Yadav are also against any such move.

Journalist arrested

City

United News Of India

05/02/2022

Srinagar: J&K Police have arrested a Kashmiri journalist Fahad Shah for allegedly uploading anti-national content on social media.
Shah, the Editor of The Kashmir Walla, was recently questioned by police.
A police spokesman said it was reliably learnt by Pulwama Police that “some” Facebook users and portals have been “uploading anti national content including photographs, videos and posts with criminal intention” to create “fear” among public and the “content so uploaded can provoke the public to disturb law & order.”

“It was also learnt that these Facebook users are uploading such posts which tantamount to glorifying the terrorist activities and causing dent to the image of law enforcing agencies besides causing ill-will & disaffection against the country,” the spokesman said.
“As the aforementioned activities by some of the Facebook users amounts to commission of cognizable offences by them, accordingly Pulwama Police while taking cognizance of the matter registered a case vide FIR No. 19/2022 under relevant sections of the law and initiated the investigation,” it added.

The spokesman said during the course of investigation, one accused person identified as Fahad Shah was arrested.
“The accused is on police remand,” the spokesman said, adding the investigation into the matter is in progress.
J&K police had earlier this week summoned a few journalists including Shah for purportedly sharing family’s video about the 17-year-old who died during a gunfight at Naira village in Pulwama on Sunday along with a top Jaish commander.

Daily-Wager electrocuted to death in Poonch

Jammu & Kashmir

Precious Kashmir

05/02/2022

By: M S Nazki

Poonch: A daily-wager employee died due to electrocution while he was repairing a LT line at Atoli in Mandi area of Poonch district.

Official sources said Mohammad Farooq (33) son of Ghulam Mohammad Khawaja of Atoli Mandi, working as daily-wager employees in PDD department, got seriously injured due to electric current while he was repairing LT line at Atoli. He was immediately brought to CHC Mandi where doctor declared him brought dead.

SHO Mandi Bashir Kohli Confirmed to GNS the death of Mohammad Farooq. He said a case has been register. (GNS)

13 held for illegal extraction of minerals in Kulgam: Police

City

Precious Kashmir

05/02/2022

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir police on Friday claimed to have arrested 13 persons involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals from river Veshaw and other nallahs in South KAshmir’s Kulgam district.

A police spokesman in a statement said that the officers from Police Station Kulgam and Police Station Qaimoh have arrested 13 persons involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals from river Veshaw and other Nallahs.

The arrested persons have been identified as Athar Bashir Pala resident of Bhan, Mushtaq Ahmad Sheikh resident of Bhan, Showkat Ahmad Bhat resident of Bhan, Gh Qadir Shah resident of Mah, Subzar Ahmad Shah resident of Mah, Showkat Ahmad Shah resident of Mah, Mohd Amin Buhroo resident of Matalhama, Mohd Amin Dar resident of Matalhama, Gulzar Ahmad Reshi resident of Matalhama, Bilal Ahmad Dar resident of Matalhama, Shakir Ahmad Bhat, Gulzar Ahmad Bhat, Mohd Abass Bhat all three residents of Thokerpora Qaimoh. They have been shifted to police station where they remain in custody.

Accordingly, police said that cases under relevant sections of law stands registered at respective police stations and further investigation have been initiated.

Meanwhile, police said that persons found indulging in illegal mining 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.”

England sack Graham Thorpe as assistant coach of men’s team

Sports

Indo Asian News Service

05/02/2022

England sack Graham Thorpe as assistant coach of men’s team

London: Graham Thorpe on Friday became the third big casualty of England’s Ashes 4-0 debacle with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announcing his departure.

On Wednesday, Ashley Giles was sacked as the managing director of the men’s team while head coach Chris Silverwood left the post on Thursday. ECB also said that coaching arrangements for the West Indies tour will be announced in due course.

“I’ve been very fortunate to have worked with so many good players and coaches who I consider my friends for life,” said Thorpe in a statement by the ECB. “I’d like to thank Graham for his work over many years on the England coaching staff and wish him the best for the future,” said Sir Andrew Strauss, Interim Managing Director of men’s cricket.

Strauss, quoted as saying in Daily Mail at the Lord’s Cricket Ground, backed Joe Root to continue as the Test captain despite the drubbing in the Ashes.

“Having spoken to Joe it is absolutely clear the extent of his commitment to moving this England team forward. He’s got incredible motivation and energy to do that. He’s bruised, hugely disappointed by what went on in the Ashes and I think it goes without saying there are many others in the same boat on that one.”

“But he has the respect of the players, they all play for him, and he sets a magnificent example both on and off the field so I’m very happy to give him my support and make sure he has the right structure around him to take pressure off him and make sure he can do his job.”

Strauss also stated his intentions to have an interim coach of the men’s team before England depart for a three-match Test series against the West Indies.

“There are decisions to be made on the focus of the tour. It’s very important we go out and win but it’s also about looking forward and we have to think about that with the interim coach and selection.”

“The only way we can look at it at the moment is to get through the West Indies tour and after that, there will be some time for us to step back and think strategically about what is needed. We want someone who can add value to the team.”

Strauss ruled himself from coming back into cricketing activities full-time to focus on his family, especially after the death of his wife Ruth.

“This is short-term. My role is to help prepare the team for the West Indies series and to recommend some structural changes and help Tom Harrison with the recruitment of the roles, including the new managing director of England cricket. However long it takes I’m prepared to play that role.”

MCH Anantnag: Non-availability of ventilators compels doctors to refer neonates to Srinagar

Anchor stories

Ahmed Shabir

05/02/2022

MCH Anantnag: Non-availability of ventilators compels doctors to refer neonates to Srinagar

By: Ahmad Shabir

Anantnag: Even as the lone maternity and child hospital (MCH) in South Kashmir remains under the administrative control of the Government Medical College Anantnag for last over two years, the major healthcare facility continues to be without ventilators.

Due to the non-availability of the ventilators, doctors are forced to refer the neonates and children to Srinagar which many a time results into the delay in their treatment.

MCH caters to the patients from entire southern region besides the parts of Jammu including Banihal and Kishtwar. The most overcrowded hospital functions from a space starved building having been declared unsafe by the authorities four years ago. The facility earlier was working under the control of health department and was later associated with the medical college Anantnag.

Though bringing the hospital under the control of medical college Anantnag had raised the hopes of people about improvement in healthcare at the facility but nothing seems to have changed except the installation of new beds.

Despite the government releasing crores of rupees for the infrastructure development of the medical college and its associated hospitals, the authorities have failed to install a ventilators at the facility.

“Children admitted at the hospital are often referred to Srinagar for ventilatory support. Healthcare in the hospital has not improved a bit after it was associated with the medical college,” locals resident who often visit the hospital say.

The delay in the treatment caused by the non-availability of the ventilator at times proves disastrous for the children needing it immediately.

For instance, wife of a local resident, Arif Hassan few weeks ago delivered a premature baby in the hospital. Soon after the baby was born , doctors shifted him to neonatal care unit straightway from.the operation theater.

After several hours as the baby showed no signs of improvement , the doctors clearly told Arif that they have no option but to shift his baby to Srinagar.

“Your baby needs ventilator and we don’t have the one available here. If you want the baby to survive you immediately take him to Srinagar for which we can provide you critical care ambulance,” doctors , Arif said, told him.
Worried about his baby’s health, Arif approached HOD paediatrics to complain about the non-availability of the ventilator.

“When I told him that I will get the issue highlighted , HOD replied ‘please do something so that people can have heave some relief. We too are helpless. If you get it highlighted it will be your favor to the patients,” Arif quoted HOD as having told him.

Principal , GMC Anantnag , Dr Tariq Qureshi said that they have no space for installation of ventilators. “At main hospital campus we have some ventilators for the children above one year but for the babies below the age group of one year we have no facility available. Once MCH is shifted to main hospital campus we will set up an intensive care unit where all the facilities will be ensured,” the Principal said.

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