DH Kishtwar gets modern Dialysis Centre

KISHTWAR, JULY 19: A dialysis centre with all modern equipments for offering services to Reneal failure cases at affordable cost was inaugurated today, here at District Hospital

The centre established under the Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis (PMND) Programme was inaugurated by the District De...

Labour awareness camps at Gulabgarh, Paddar held

KISHTWAR, JULY 19: To reach out to the people at their doorsteps, Labour Department Kishtwar organised two day awareness camp at Gulabgarh, Paddar.

A team of officials headed by Labour Inspector, Fulail Singh educated the participants (building and other construction workers) and local...

Periodic silt flushing of Dulhasti HEP water reservoir on July 21

People advised not to move near Chenab river

KISHTWAR, JULY 18: The management of Dulhasti Power Station of NHPC Limited has cautioned general public of Kishtwar and Doda districts not to move near Chenab river on July 21 from 00:00 hours to 18:00 hours as power statio...

DDC Kishtwar finalizes Action Plan for Jal Shakti Abhiyan

Target of planting over 18 lakh trees, execution of 9,339 roof water harvesting works set

KISHTWAR, JULY 18: District Development Commissioner (DDC), Angrez Singh Rana today finalized the Action plan under Jal Shakti Abhiyan and discussed the modalities for its efficient exec...

DC Kishtwar reviews arrangements for Independence Day celebrations

KISHTWAR, JULY 18: Deputy Commissioner (DC), Angrez Singh Rana today reviewed the arrangements for smooth celebration of Independence Day- 2019 here at a meeting of officers.

ADDC, Mohammad Hanief Malik, ADC, Pawan Kumar Parihar, Additional SP, Nasir Ahmad, CO 26 RR C...

LMD Kishtwar realizes Rs 9,500 fine

KISHTWAR, JULY 17: Legal Metrology Department conducted an extensive market checking in Kishtwar town and its adjoining areas.

As many as, 7 traders were booked for violation of various rules and regulations related to unfair trade practices and a composition sum of Rs. 9500/- was recovered from th...

PMKKKY scheme: Over Rs 4.90 lakh royalty collected by District Mineral Foundation Trust Kishtwar

DDC reviews implementation

KISHTWAR, JULY 16: District Mineral Foundation Trust Kishtwar, constituted in the run up to the launch of Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY), has collected over Rs 4.90 lakh royalty in last fi...

DDC flags off rally on "Jal Shakti Abhiyan"

KISHTWAR, JULY 15: With an aim to create awareness regarding water conservation, rain water harvesting and conserving natural water resources, District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today flagged off of a rally under "Jal Shakti Abhiyan" from Government Boys Higher Secondary School ...

DDC Kishtwar holds outreach cum public grievance redress camp at Sarthal

KISHTWAR, JULY 14: To take stock of ground situation in far-off areas and redress the grievances of people at their doorsteps, District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana held a public grievance redress camp here at Sarthal.

He was accompa...

AHD Kishtwar organises free awareness cum fertility camp

KISHTWAR, JULY 12: An awareness cum fertility camp was organized today by Animal Husbandry Department here at remote village Gulabgarh under the Central Sponsored Scheme SCA to SCSP.

Over 120 animal breeders including PRls of the adjoining Panchayats and women participated ...

Kishtwar: Contract system for transportation of ration abolished

KISHTWAR, JULY 09: District Administration Kishtwar today abolished contract system followed by Department of Food Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs for transportation of food grains (Ration) in view of complaints about misuse of funds.

District Development Commissioner...

Annual Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra begins amid religious fervor, gaiety at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JULY 09: The historic Annual Yatra of Shri Ashtadash Bhuja Mata Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra began amid religious fervor and gaiety here early this morning.

The yatra began with a mega Hawan at Gori Shankar Mandir, Sarkoot where devotees offered “Aahuti...

DHS Kishtwar: 387 patients screened at Free Medical Camp

KISHTWAR, JUNE 07: Around 387 patients were screened at a Free Medical Camp organized by District Health Society (DHS) organized under Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (BBBP) acheme here at village Dhar of Tehsil Drabshala.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Angrez Singh Rana, inaugurated t...

DHS Kishtwar organises free medical camp

KISHTWAR, JULY 05: District Health Society, Kishtwar organised a Free Medical camp under " BBBP Scheme" at village Chingam of Block Chatroo.

During the camp, around 365 patients were examined for different ailments which included communicable, non- communicable diseases, eye, dental and ...

ADDC Kishtwar finalizes Road Safety Action Plan

KISHTWAR, JULY 05: The district Road Safety Action Plan (2019-20) was finalized today under the chairmanship of Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Kishtwar Mohd Hanief Malik.

Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Kishtwar, Anil Kumar Chandail, Joint Director Planning...

Machail Mata Yatra: Kishtwar admin finalizes arrangements

KISHTWAR, JULY 04: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of concerned officers and finalized arrangements for upcoming annual holy Machail Mata yatra.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Kishtw...

DC reviews arrangements for Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra

KISHTWAR, JULY 03: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, convened a meeting to review arrangements for upcoming Sarthal Yatra scheduled to be held on 9th and 10th July.

Assistant Commissioner Development Kishtwar, Anil Kumar Chandail, Tehsildar Kishtwar, Parmod Kumar, Officers from ...

Students, civil society take out ‘peace rally’ in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR JUNE 30: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana along with Commander Sector 9RR Vikram Bhan and SSP Kishtwar Shakti Kumar Pathak flagged off "Peace Rally" from Chowgan Ground, Kishtwar, here today.

Maj Avijit Mehta, Offg CO 26 RR, CO 17RR, CO 11RR, Ad...

Pre-District Capex Budget discussion held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 29: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana held a detailed pre Capex budget 2019-20 discussions at New DC Office Complex Kishtwar.

The meeting was attended by ADDC Kishtwar Mohd. Hanief Malik, Joint Director Planning Mohd. Iqbal besides...

DDC Kishtwar inaugurated Blood Donation Camp at DH

KISHTWAR, JUNE 29: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated Blood Donation Camp at District Hospital Kishtwar which was organized by organized by SHAHEEN Trust.

DDC was accompanied by Commander Sector 9 RR Kishtwar Vikram Bhan and SSP Kishtwar S...

DDC Kishtwar inaugurates JKCA tournament

KISHTWAR, JUNE 28: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated JKCA tournament at historic Chowgan Ground.

Additional Superintendent of Police Kishtwar, Nasir Ahmed, Maj Digvijay Singh, DYSSO, Jaffer Haider, CPO Mansoor Ahmed, Coordinator JKCA Arshad Amin Ganie, off...

Fare fixed for heli services during Shri Machail Mata, Hudh Mata pilgrimages

KISHTWAR, JUNE 27: District Administration has fixed heli services fare for the forthcoming Shree Machail Mata and Hud Mata pilgrimages.

The schedule for Machail Yatra 2019 has been fixed at Rs 2,200 per head for adults and children between the age group of...

Kishtwar Police celebrates International Day against Drug Abuse & Illicit Trafficking”

KISHTWAR, JUNE 26: The district Police Kishtwar today organized an anti-drug district level debate contest at Degree College Kishtwar. The contest was aimed at creating awareness against drug abuse. A large number of participants spoke in the contest amid...

14 injured in Matador Accident, DC Kishtwar meets victims

KISHTWAR, JUNE 22: At least 14 persons including children got injured when the matador turtle in road at Fagumarh Kishtwar and the injured are under treatment at District Hospital Kishtwar.

On receiving the information, Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana accompani...

DC Kishtwar flags off Mobile Food Testing Lab

KISHTWAR, JUNE 19: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, flagged off Mobile Testing Laboratory of Food and Drugs Administration, Food Safety Department Kishtwar from District Headquarter Complex Kishtwar.

To ensure qualitative and wholesome food items to the people of District Kishtwar ...

Arrangements for Urs Shah Farid-ud- Din Sahib finalized

KISHTWAR, JUNE 18: Additional District Development Commissioner, (ADDC) Kishtwar, Mohammad Hanief Malik today convened a meeting to finalise the arrangements for celebration of Urs Mubarak of Shah Farid-Ud-Din Sahib on June 20 and 21, 2019.

He directed the officers of the concer...

Civil Society, Army conduct cleanliness drive under SBM at Chowgan

KISHTWAR, JUNE 16: The civil society members of the district Kishtwar and Army today conducted a massive cleanliness drive at Chowgan ground under "Swachh Bharat Abhiyan".

The drive was joined by scores of youth, elders and children who enthusiastically participated i...

AHD Kishtwar organizes awareness cum Foot & Mouth Disease Control Programme

KISHTWAR, JUNE 16: As a sequel to awareness campaign under FMD-CP second phase and Treatment camps, Animal Husbandry Department Kishtwar organised an awareness camp particularly for the migratory population of Gujjar and Bakarwal community.

Pertinently, a lar...

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day celebrated at Kishtwar

Free medical camp, distribution of hearing aids, walking sticks among the senior citizens

KISHTWAR, JUNE 15: In order to mark UN World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, Principal District Session Judge, (Chairman DLSA) Sham Lal La...

Back to Village Programme: All kinds of leaves cancelled for Officers/officials

KISHTWAR, JUNE 15: In Connection with the "Back to Village Programme" scheduled to be held w.e.f. 20th of June 2019 to 27th of June 2019 in each and every Panchyat of the District Kishtwar today Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana issued an order whe...

ACR Kishtwar convenes public grievances redressal camp at Lachkhazana

KISHTWAR, JUNE 15: In continuation of the ongoing drive of organising Field Camps for listening to the grievances of the public and on spot disbursement of pending Land Compensation, the Collector Land Acquisition, Kishtwar (Assistant Commissioner Revenue) Dr Amir Hussain...

District Level Consultative meet on Ageing with dignity held in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 12: District Legal Services Authority Kishtwar in collaboration with District Administration today conducted district level consultative meet on "Ageing with Dignity" being held in connection with "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day".

The consultativ...

DC finalizes arrangements for celebration of WEAAD

KISHTWAR, JUNE 12: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired an officers meeting to review and finalize arrangements for celebration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on 15th of June.

It was decided in the meeting that the main event will be held at Chowgan groun...

DDC reviews arrangements for ensuing Machail Mata Yatra

KISHTWAR, JUNE 11: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana convened a meeting to review the arrangements for upcoming annual Machail Mata yatra, here today.

The DDC undertook detailed discussion with regard to arrangements to be made by different departments to ensur...

DC flags off 2nd Batch of Mindal Mata Yatra

KISHTWAR, JUNE 11: Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana welcomed and flagged off second batch of annual Mindal Mata Yatra from the historic Gori Shankar Mandir today.

Chain Singh Dehati, President Chandi Mata Mindal Sanstha, J&K Himachal, Guru Tirth Ram Manhas besides huge gathering of dev...

7 cases of land acquisition cleared at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 10: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of collectors land acquisition regarding approval/fixation of rates under land acquisition Act.

Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Chatroo, Romin Ahmed, Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Paddar, V...

Teacher suspended for creating hindrances in Pakal Dul HE Power project Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 08: District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana issued an order wherein he suspended one Rakesh Kumar working as a Teacher in P/S Dogan Tanji clubbed with Government. M/S Arzi in Education Zone Nagseni for provoking and instiga...

Meeting on convergence plan under Poshan Abhiyan held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 08: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today convened a meeting with the members of District Convergence Plan Committee to discuss and finalise the strategy to be adopted in the preparation of district Convergance Plan (DCP) under Pos...

AHD organises awareness cum Blood sampling, fertility camp at Neeju village

KISHTWAR, JUNE 07: Animal Husbandry Department today organised awareness cum blood sampling and fertility camp under Special Central Assistance (SCA) to SCSP-CSS & FMD-CP IInd Phase at village Neeju, Block Drabshalla.

During the camp, more than 140 animal bre...

AHD Kishtwar organises awareness cum blood sampling, fertility camp

KISHTWAR JUNE 04: Department of Animal Husbandry Kishtwar organised an awareness cum blood sampling and fertility camp under Special Central Assistance (SCA) to SCSP-CSS & FMD-CP IInd Phase the at village Dharbadan, Block Thakrie.

During the...

DYSSO Kishtwar organises Bhajan Sandhya, Sufi Kalam

Kishtwar, June 03: Department of Youth Services and Sports Kishtwar today organised Bhajan Sandhya and Sufi Kalam at Boys Higher Secondary School Kishtwar.

Principal Girls Higher Secondary School Kishtwar, Kishori Lal was chief guest on the occasion.

DYSSO Kishtwar Jaffar Hai...

DC reviews, finalizes arrangements for Eid-ul-Fitr at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 03: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired an officers meeting to review and finalise the arrangements made for smooth celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr.

Senior Superintendent of Police, Shakti Kumar Pathak, Additonal Deputy Commissioner, Pawan Kum...

Annual Mindal Yatra begins at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 02: The Annual Holy Mindal Mata Yatra took off today amid religious fervor and gaiety here from the historic Gori Shankar Mandir.

A huge gathering of devotees including women and children accompanied the Chari Mubarak chanting religious slogans and singing devotional Songs.
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DC reviews progress on land acquisition cases

Rate fixation committee clears 10 cases

KISHTWAR, JUNE 01: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired a meeting of Collectors land acquisition to review the progress of land acquisition cases pertaining to district Kishtwar.

Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pawan Parihar,...

DDC Kishtwar holds public grievances redress camp at Drabshalla

KISHTWAR, MAY 31: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today convened a public grievances redressal camp at Drabshalla tehsil to assess the public issues at their door steps.

He was accompanied by Functional Manager DIC Kishtwar, Dr. Mohsin Raza, ALC Kis...

Kishtwar: State land retrieved, shall be used for establishing RSETI

KISHTWAR, MAY 31: A team comprising Tehsildar Kishtwar Parmod Kumar and officials of Municipal Committee, Rural Development Department, Police conducted anti-encroachment drive to remove encroachments from the state land.

The team conducted the drive and retrieved s...

Kishtwar DDC reviews functioning offices of Sub Division Marwah

KISHTWAR, MAY 29: To review the working and functioning of different offices of Marwah Sub Division, the District Development Commissioner (DDC) Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of the concerned District Officers here.

The meeting was attended by Assistant Distr...

Kishtwar: Students informed about Labour deptt schemes

KISHTWAR, MAY 29: The students of Adarsh Bal Niketan High School was today made aware about the schemes of Labour Department.

Assistant Labour Commissioner, (ALC) Kishtwar Anoop Kumar made the students aware about various schemes being implemented by Labour Department, organis...

Workshop on Juvenile Justice Act held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR MAY 28: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a workshop to discuss the effective implementation of Juvenile Justice Act in the district.

The workshop was attended by Principal Magistrate JJB, Sudhir Khajuria, SSP Kishtwar, Shakt...

DC imposes restrictions on human activities at water point near Ram Mandir, Kishtwar to prevent contamination

KISHTWAR, MAY 27:Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today issued an order imposing restrictions on washing of clothes, utensils and vehicles at water point near Ram Mandir, Kishtwar to prevent contamination .

The order c...

Video Surveillance to curb absenteeism in Kishtwar

Kishtwar, May 25: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today constituted for Video Surveillance teams to curb absenteeism in government officers.

“To curb the menace of absenteeism several Video Surveillance Teams were constituted which will be positioned...

DDC Kishtwar inspects PHE installations

KISHTWAR, MAY 22: District Development Commissioner (DDC), Angrez Singh Rana today inspected key water installation and filtration plants here which supply’s water to the main town areas.

General Manager NHPC, Yoginder Kotha, XEN PHE, Sudesh Kotwal, Vice President Municipal Committee Kish...

Kishtwar restrictions imposed around examination centres

KISHTWAR, MAY 22: District Magistrate (DM) Angrez Singh Rana today imposed prohibitory orders under section 144 Cr. P. C around the examination centres to ensure smooth conduct of JKBOSE’s Bi-Annual Winter Zone examination for 11th class commencing from tomorrow.

"Under ...

Protestors involved in road blockade to face serious action: DM Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MAY 18: District Magistrate (DM), Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana has said that strict action shall be taken against the protestors indulging in blockade and disruption of traffic on the roads.

As per an order issued by the DM, the protestors shall face act...

TSO, Storekeeper attached

KISHTWAR, MAY 17: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today ordered attachment of Tehsil Supply Officer (TSO) Kishtwar and Store- Keeper Kishtwar for dereliction of their duties.

Pertinently, the DC has taken this decision in response to complaints by various deputations regarding non- issuance of ration...

Kishtwar: Certificates presented to trainees by RSETI

KISHTWAR, MAY 16: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Angrez Singh Rana today gave away certificates to outgoing batch trained by RSETI in Pickle making.

The valedictory day of the ten day course was attended by Director RSETI Kishtwar A.S Ahanger, PRP, NRLM Nagseni Block Sude...

BLOs felicitated at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MAY 16: The District Election Authority Kishtwar today felicitated the Booth level officers by presenting kits.

The Kits consisting a Leather Bag, Register, Umbrella etc were presented to 376 BLOs by District Election Officer (DEO) Angrez Singh Rana.

Nodal Officer for Communication & Mana...

DDC takes stock of civic amenities in Kishtwar Town

KISHTWAR, MAY 15: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Angrez Singh Rana today took stock of civic facilities at the township.

The DC inspected the lane drain near District Police Lines Kishtwar about which the locals have complained to him.

The local residents had appr...

Kishtwar: Ban imposed on extraction from Nallah beds

KISHTWAR, MAY 15: District Magistrate Angrez Singh Rana today imposed complete ban on the extraction of minor minerals here in and around Zundil and Shalimar Nallah beds.



As per an order issued in this regard, the DM has directed Tehsildar and SHO to ensure the implementa...

Joint market checking team inspects business houses in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MAY 14: A joint team comprising Municipal Committee, CAPD, Legal Metrology and Police Department Kishtwar conducted an extensive market checking in Kishtwar town.

During the market checking, rotten vegetables, fruits, expired eatables were destroyed on the spot...

Labour Deptt organizes awareness programme at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MAY 12: The Labour department today organised an awareness camp on various labour laws at Govt Polytechnic College kishtwar here.

Assistant Labour Commissioner, Anoop Kumar educated the participants about the Labour laws envisaging welfare of the labourers community. He...

DDC Kishtwar reviews functioning of Health Sector

KISHTWAR, MAY 12: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today reviewed the physical and financial achievements registered under various state and centrally sponsored schemes in health sector in the district.

Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Abdul Majeed, while giving details...

Machail Mata yatra from July 25: DDC reviews arrangements

KISHTWAR, MAY 11: District Development Commissioner, vAngrez Singh Rana today reviewed arrangements for the upcoming annual holy Machail Mata yatra here at a meeting of officers and representatives of local religious organizations.

Senior Superintendent of Police, Shakti Kumar...

805 Anganwari Centres functional in Kishtwar

DC stresses on close monitoring

KISHTWAR, MAY 11: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today asked for close monitoring of Anganwari Centres for better results.

He was charring a meeting of ICDS Department to review the functioning of Anganwari Centres in the distric...

DC Kishtwar reviews functioning of Revenue Department

KISHTWAR, MAY 10: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today reviewed functioning of Revenue department during an officers meeting held here today.

Additional District Development Commissioner, Mohammad Hanief Malik, SDM Paddar Varun Jeet Charak, SDM Marwah Dr. Javeed Iqbal bes...

DDC Kishtwar reviews working of DIC, IWMP, other key deptts

KISHTWAR, MAY 09: Around 188 persons have got employment in 30 units established in this district during last fiscal under the Prime Minister Employment Generation programme (PMEGP).

The set target was to sponsor 34 PMEGP cases but the District Level Task Force Committee ...

Kishtwar Admin set to plant 30000 mulbery plants this year

DC reviews progress in horti, cattle, fish farming

KISHTWAR, MAY 09: District administration Kishtwar has set the target of planting 30, 000 mulberry saplings and produce 6, 000 kg Cocoon this year.

The department of sericulture will enhance the target of planting ...

Kishtwar: DDC takes stock of water, power supply scenario, civic amenities

KISHTWAR, MAY 07: District Development Commissioner, (DDC) Angrez Singh Rana today reviewed the status of PDD, PHE, I&FC , YSS and Urban Development Department projects here at a meeting.

Additional District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar Mohammad Hani...

DDC Kishtwar reviews progress on development projects under PWD, PMGSY, JKPCC

KISHTWAR, MAY 06: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, convened a meeting with district officers and Executive Engineers to review status of various development projects being executed in the district including languishing projects.

The me...

DDC Kishtwar calls for maintaining peace, brotherhood

Gives away JKYF provided relief to needy

KISHTWAR, MAY 05: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today called upon the civil society to maintain peace and harmony for development of all sections of the society.

Speaking at a relief distribution function of J...

Locals provided on spot revenue services at Marwah

KISHTWAR, MAY 05: Locals of Marwah were today provided on the sport revenue services during a camp organized by a team of concerned officials.

The team led by SDM Dr Javed Iqbal Rather provided 180 PRCs, 20 RBAs, 45 income and 8 legal heir certificates to the applicants at the camp.<...

DLSA Kishtwar organises orientation training for retainer lawyers, ors

Kishtwar, May 04: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) today organized a training cum orientation programme for Retainer Lawyers and Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs), Village Level Entreprenur (VLE's) of Common Service Centres (CSC's), Officials of Department of Po...

DDC Kishtwar reviews performance of RDD Department

Kishtwar, May 04: District Development Commissioner (DDC), Angrez Singh Rana today reviewed the working of Rural Development Department (RDD) including the implementation of various schemes.

The meeting among others was attended by Assistant Commissioner (Dev.) Kishtwar Anil Kumar ...

Kishtwar: DDC calls upon NGOs to reach out people of far-flung areas

Kishtwar, May 4: Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today called upon the NGOs and charitable organizations to supplement government efforts towards socio- economic development of people of far flung areas of this mountainous district.

“Extended your...

DC appoints Nodal Officer to monitor punctuality in Govt offices

KISHTWAR MAY 03: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today appointed Functional Manager District Industries Centre, Dr Mohsin Raza (mobile number 9797472747) as Nodal Officer to monitor punctuality of employees in government offices, schools and other government ru...

DDC Kishtwar finalizes Ramadan arrangements

KISHTWAR MAY 03: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana chaired a meeting of officers and representatives of religious organizations to review and finalize arrangements for ensuing holy month of Ramadan.

Additional District Development Commissioner, Additional Deputy Commissi...

DLRC/DCC meeting held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR MAY 02: A meeting of District Level Review Committee (DLRC) was convened by the Lead Bank Office, , under the Chairmanship of District Development Commissioner (DDC), Angrez Singh Rana to review the performance of Banks with regard to achievement under Annual Credit Plan of 2018-19.

The mee...

Ensure punctuality in schools: Kishtwar DDC to Edu deptt

Nodal Officer appointed to receive complaints regarding absenteeism

KISHTWAR MAY 02: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of officers of Education Department here and took stock of issues and complaints.

A threadbare discussion wer...

ADDC Kishtwar reviews progress on PM-KISAN scheme

KISHTWAR, MAY 01: District Administration today convened a meeting to review progress on PM- KISAN, a central sponsored scheme for poor farmers, in the district.

Additional District Development Commissioner Mohd Hanief Malik, Nodal Officer for the scheme had detailed deliberation on d...

Kishtwar Admin discusses Road Safety Action Plan

Kishtwar, April 30: District Administration Kishtwar today discussed the Road Safety Action Plan (2018-2020) here at a meeting chaired by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Mohammad Hanief Malik.

The meeting was attended by CPO Mohd Iqbal, CMO, Dr. Abdul Majeed besides...

Two govt officials suspended for involvement in ransacking DC Office, Kishtwar

Kishtwar, April 28: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today suspended two government officials for taking part in ransacking DC office complex Kishtwar during vandalizing of government property during a protest here yesterda...

Inter – school sports tournament held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR APRIL 27: Two day Inter-school zonal level tournament in the discipline of Kho-Kho, Kabadi, Volley Ball, Badminton, Table Tennis, Carom, Chess, Speed Ball, Rope skipping and Wrestling of under 14 boys and girls concluded here today.

The sports event was organized by the Dis...

Night curfew to continue at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, APRIL 25: As per an order issued by District Magistrate, Angrez Singh Rana, the night curfew will continue in Kishtwar town.

As per an order issued here "In continuation to the order issued by DM on 17th of April the night curfew shall remain imposed in Kishtwar town and its adjoining p...

DC Kishtwar meets Dadpeth fire victims

KISHTWAR APRIL 20: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today visited village Dadpeth where seven shops and three residential houses were gutted in a devastating fire, last night.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Tehsildar Chatroo, Prevaiz Ahmed, General Secretary Red Cross Kishtwar...

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DEO Kishtwar visits Marwah, reviews de-induction plan of polling parties

KISHTWAR, APRIL 19: District Election Officer Kishtwar (DEO), Angrez Singh Rana along with SSP Kishtwar Shakti Kumar Pathak today visited Nowapachi Marwah and took stock of De-Induction Plan for polling Parties and Security forces which ...

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376 polling parties dispatched for various polling stations in Kishtwar: DEO

KISHTWAR APRIL17: As many as 376 polling parties along with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), Voters Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) and other election material have been dispatched for conduct of polls in two Assembly segments o...

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2nd Phase EVM/VVPAT training for female polling staff held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, APRIL 16: The Second Phase training cum demonstration of EVM-VVPAT for female polling staff started today here under the supervision of District Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana.

ARO-51 Kishtwar (ADC) Pawan Parihar, ACD...

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Training session for Micro-Observers held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, APRIL 08: To ensure hassle-free and fair conduct of upcoming Lok Sabha Elections in the district, a training session of Micro-Observers was conducted, here today.

The training session was held under the supervision of General Observer (for A...

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Training of poll staff held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, APRIL 07: The penultimate round of training of polling personnel, to be deployed for election duties for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections in Kishtwar district, was held in presence of General Observer M. Joy Sing and under the supervision of District Election Of...

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2nd phase of poll staff randomization held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, APRIL 06: The second phase of randomization of election staff for polling stations in the Kishtwar district was held today in the presence of General Observer M. Joy Singh and District Election Officer Angrez Singh Rana.

The second randomiz...

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General Observer inspects EVM, VVPATs training at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, APRIL 03: General Observer for two Assembly segments of District Kishtwar (Kishtwar -51 and Inderwal -52), M. Joy Singh today inspected ongoing training of EVM/VVPATs for polling staff, District Contact Centre and Strong Room for EVM/VVPATs h...

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DEO Kishtwar reviews communication, transportation plan

KISHTWAR, APRIL 02: District Election Officer (DEO), Angrez Singh Rana today reviewed the communication and transportation plan formulated for smooth conduct of Lok Sabha Elections 2019, here at a meeting.

The plans include pre-poll, Poll and Post P...

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DEO Kishtwar suspends teacher for MCC violation

KISHTWAR, APRIL 02: District Election Officer (DEO) Angrez Singh Rana today suspended a teacher for violation of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) as his pictures attending a political function at Jammu were circulated on social media.

As per the suspension ord...

Tug of war, Nukkad Natak & Democracy Run under SVEEP organised at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 31: With an aim to create awareness about the electoral process, ethical voting and motivate the people to actively participate in the electoral process , today General Observer M. Joy Sing and District Election Officer (DEO) Kishtwar, Angrez Singh R...

DM imposes 144 CrPC in and around Mini Secretariat Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 29: District Magistrate (DM) Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana has imposed section 144 CrPc in and around Mini Secretariat Kishtwar for smooth functioning of elections process and maintenance of proper law and order.

By imposing 144 CrPC, assembly of five or more p...

SVEEP awareness programme held at GDC Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 29: District Administration Kishtwar in collaboration with NSS unit of Government Degree College Kishtwar organized a voter awareness programme under Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) at the College premises here today.

District Development ...

SFC Official Kishtwar suspended for violating MCC

KISHTWAR, MARCH 28: District Election Officer (DEO) Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today suspended a Field worker SFC, East Division Kishtwar for violating Model Code of Conduct.

The order issued by DEO Kishtwar reads that the photograph of field Worker of SFC East Division Kishtwar was c...

DDC Kishtwar reviews progress on PMGSY projects

KISHTWAR, MARCH 28: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today convened a meeting of concerned officers and executing agencies to review the progress on Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) PMGSY projects in the district.

During the meeting, threadbare disc...

DDC Kishtwar inaugurates cricket tournament

KISHTWAR, MARCH 27: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana along with Senior Superintendent of Police Shakti K. Pathak today inaugurated Cricket tournament at Chowgan Ground here.

On the occasion, Additional Superintendent of Police Kishtwar Nasir Ahmed, Maj Digvijay ...

General Observer for two Kishtwar assembly segments reviews election preparedness

KISHTWAR, MARCH 27: General Observer for two assembly segments of district Kishtwar M. Joy Sing today reviewed preparedness for the forthcoming Lok Sabha Elections in Udhampur Parliamentary constituency here at New DC Office complex.

District Election O...

EVM, VVPAT awareness training held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 27: To encourage and aware Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to exercise their right to vote, a special training programme was conducted at Conference Hall of New DC office Complex here under the directions of District Election Officer Angrez Singh Rana.

The training of E...

Symposium under SVEEP held at GDC Chatroo

KISHTWAR, MARCH 25: As a part of different activities being organized under SVEEP Programme and to ensure maximum participation of voters in the ensuing Elections, Government Degree College Chatroo today organized a symposium under SVEEP programme under the supervision of Principal Degree College Ch...

Randomization of EVM/VVPATs held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR MARCH 25: In the wake of upcoming Lok Sabha Election -2019, today the first Randomization of EVM/ VVPAT was done here under the supervision of District Election Officer (DEO), Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana in presence of concern district officers and representatives of the political partie...

DDC Kishtwar inspects developmental works

Kishtwar, March 24: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today inspected ongoing work of Parking place and upgradation work of lane drain near Main Bus Stand, Kishtwar.

It is pertinent to mention here that various local residents and shopkeepers approached DDC K...

GDC Kishtwar organizes awareness rally on BBBP campaign

KISHTWAR, MARCH 23: A mega rally to highlight the objectives of ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ (BBBP) movement was today organised by NSS unit of Government Degree College Kishtwar in collaboration with district administration here.

Around 1000 students of the institution participate...

DDC Kishtwar inaugurates job fair, 1500 youths participated

KISHTWAR MARCH 23: In an endeavour to provide a platform to the job seekers and to create awareness for them about various government sponsored schemes, District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated one-day Job Fair-cum-Placement programme here at...

General Elections 2019

DEO Kishtwar reviews arrangements for upcoming polls

KISHTWAR, MARCH 22: District Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana chaired a meeting of Civil and Police administration to review arrangements for upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2019.

SSP, Shakti Kumar Pathak, ADDC, Mohammad Hanief Malik, ADC, Pawan Kuma...

World Arbour Day: Plantation drive held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 22: To mark the World Arbour Day, District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today launched a massive plantation drive by planting saplings of Deodar tree here on the Govt. Degree College campus.

The programme was organized by J&K Forest department in col...

EVM, VVPAT awareness campaign gains momentum in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 20: The awareness campaign launched by Kishtwar district administration to sensitize voters about the functioning of Electronic voting machines (EVM) along with Voter-verifiable paper audit trail (VVPT) is gaining momentum in the district.

The programme is being...

AH Deptt organizes series of FMD awareness camps in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 19: The Department of Animal Husbandry organized a series of awareness camps under Foot and Mouth Disease Control Programme (FMD-CP) here.

The camps were held at Chanderbani, Kuntwara, Karthie, Padder, Padyarna, Nagseni, Mughalmaidan, Bandarna, Chingam, and ...

Kishtwar: ADDC flags-off SVEEP awareness rally

KISHTWAR, MARCH 18: To enhance the electoral awareness and increase electoral registration for the forthcoming Lok Sabha Election-2019, a rally under Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) programme was today organised here at Government Model Higher Secondary, Schoo...

DEO Kishtwar reviews election preparedness, implementation of SVEEP

KISHTWAR, MARCH 17: District Election Officer Kishtwar, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana Sunday reviewed the implementation of Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program besides reviewing the preparedness for the General Elections 2019.

The No...

Plantation drive to be taken up in convergence with MGNREGA: DC Kishtwar

30000 saplings planted in District Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 17: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana on Sunday directed the district officers of all the departments to take up the plantation programme under Convergence mode with MGNREGA in the district...

Dy. DEO Kishtwar placed under suspension

KISHTWAR, MARCH 16: Taking a strong note towards the gross dereliction of duties, the District Election Officer (DEO) Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today suspended Dy. DEO Kishtwar Masood Bichoo.

In view of slackness and irresponsible behavior shown by Dy DEO Kishtwar towards urgent Election rel...

DDC Kishtwar chairs DLRC, DCC meet

KISHTWAR, MARCH 16: A meeting of District Level Review Committee (DLRC), and District Consultative Committee (DCC) for the quarter ending December 2018 of Kishtwar district was chaired by District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana.

The meeting was organized by the Lead Bank Office,...

Awareness prog on ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padao’ held at GDC Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 16: An awareness programme on ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padao’ (BBBP) campaign was organized by National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of GDC Kishtwar here today.

The programme was held under the chairmanship of ADC Kishtwar Pawan Parihar in presence of NSS Programm...

DDC Kishtwar reviews status of Kiru HEP

KISHTWAR, MARCH 16: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today convened a meeting review the status of Kiru Hydro Electric Project (HEP).

Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Kishtwar Dr. Amir Hussain, General Manager Kiru HEP, Virendar Salman, Sr. Manager, S. R Rana besid...

Awareness campaign on EVM, VVPAT continues in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 16: District administration Kishtwar continued with the awareness programme to sensitize voters about the functioning of Electronic voting machines (EVM) along with Voter-verifiable paper audit trail (VVPT).

The awareness programme is being held under the supervis...

ADDC Kishtwar convenes meeting with representatives of Political parties

KISHTWAR, MARCH 15: ADDC Kishtwar, Mohammad Hanief Malik who is also a Nodal Officer of (MCC) today convened a meeting with the representatives of various political parties and apprised them about the rules and guidelines.

While interacting with representatives ...

EVM, VVPAT awareness programme held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 15: In order to spread the electoral literacy among the voters, awareness programmes on Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machine was today held at Government Polytechnic College Kishtwar, ITI Kishtwar, Tehsils of Chatroo, Padder and...

DEO Kishtwar flags off ‘SVEEP Express’

KISHTWAR, MARCH 15: District Election Officer Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today flagged off a mobile Van under Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation programme (SVEEP) here from New DC office Complex.

On the occasion, DEO stated that the main purpose of launching the mobile Va...

Lok Sabha polls 2019: ADC Kishtwar reviews preparedness

KISHTWAR, MARCH 14: Additional District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Mohammad Hanief Malik, today convened a meeting regarding preparations being made in the district for ensuring free and fair conduct of ensuing Lok Sabha elections- 2019.

During the meeting, Election Expe...

EVM/ VVPAT training imparted at GDC Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 13: A team headed by Pardeep Koul provided Awareness of EVM/VVPAT to the young students of Government Degree College Kishtwar here under the supervision of Anoop Sharma, Nodal Officer SVEEP.

The awareness programme is part of ongoing campaign to all the stakeholders of upco...

Animal Husbandry Deptt organises FMD awareness camp in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 09: Department of Animal Husbandry today organized an awareness camp here to apprise rearers about Foot and Mouth Disease Control Programme.

The awareness camp was organized by Chief Animal Husbandry Officer Kishtwar, (CAHO) Dr. Daljit Singh Bindra at Pad...

Handicraft Deptt organizes awareness camp at Padyarna

KISHTWAR, MARCH 08: Department of Handicraft today organized one day awareness programme at Padyarna tehsil Negsani.

Nayeem Iqbal Tehsildar Nagseni presided over the function beside him Miss Rifat Ara CDPO Negseni, representatives of RSETI Kishtwar also attented the occasion. Sa...

KVIB organises workshop under SFURTI

KISHTWAR, MARCH 07: General Manager D.I.C Kishtwar Usha Rani today inaugurated one day workshop under Scheme of Fund for Regeneration of Traditional Industries (SFURTI) at TRC Kishtwar here.

The workshop was organized by J&K Khadi and Village Industies Board Kishtwar for dissemination of informati...

EVM, VVPAT training imparted to staff members at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 03- District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Kishtwar organized a training-cum-awareness programme on Electronic Voting Machine and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (EVM- VVPAT) machines under the Systematic Voter's Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) Prog...

DEO Kishtwar holds meet with BLOs

KISHTWAR, MARCH 01: District Election Officer Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired a meeting with BLOs of the district here at DC Office Complex.

ADC Kishtwar, Pawan Kumar Parihar, ACR Kishtwar, Dr. Amir Hussain, Deputy EO, Masood Ahmed Bichoo, Nodal Officer, Election Planning and DEMP, Dr. Moh...

ADC Kishtwar reviews implementation of PM-SYM

KISHTWAR, MARCH 01: Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pawan Parihar, chaired a meeting of concerned district officers here to discuss the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan scheme for unorganised workers.

The concerned officers were directed by ADC to ensure shari...

Training cum awareness on EVM/VVPAT imparted to 4000 polling staff

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 28: In view of upcoming elections, a training cum awareness on EVM/ VVPAT to Polling Staff held under the supervision of District Election Officer, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana concluded here today.

Over 4000 polling staff members from different dep...

ICPS Kishtwar organises awareness camp

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 28: Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS) Kishtwar in collaboration with Softek Education Charitable Trust organised an awareness camp on Child Rights, Implementation of Integrated Child Protection Scheme, Juvenile Justice Act, Right to Education, Child in Need of Care and protec...

DC Kishtwar holds interactive session with SHGs

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 28: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, held an interactive session with members of Women Self Help Groups set up under UMEED programme under J&K Rural Livelihood Mission envisaging economic empowerment of rural women in the district.

During the interaction, the D...

Kishtwar: Mock poll exercise conducted to check EVMs/VVPAT

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 27: In order to check functioning of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)/VVPATs, a mock poll was conducted under the supervision of District Election Officer Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana with participation from representatives of recognised political parties here tod...

DC inaugurates Mahila Shakti Kendra at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 26: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today inaugurated Mahila Shakti Kendra established in the new DC office.

Addressing the gathering, the DC said that Mahila Shakti Kendra would facilitate the women with opportunities like skill development, employment, digit...

DEO Kishtwar reviews preparedness for upcoming elections

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 25: District Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired a meeting with nodal officers to review the preparedness for upcoming elections.

ADDC, Imam Din, ADC, Pawan Parihar, CPO, Dr. Yasir, L. A. Balwan, ACR, Dr. Amir Hussain, DPO Sunil Kumar Bhutyal,...

DDC convenes meeting with civil society

KISHTWAR FEBRUARY 25: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, convened a meeting with civil society members, various religious, social and political organizations besides other stakeholders.

The civil society members brought several core issues to the notice of District Developmen...

ICPS holds awareness camp on JJ Act, child rights, 1098 childline services

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 25: Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS) unit Kishtwar organised awareness cum training programme on Child Rights, implementation of ICPS and Juvenile Justice Act.

While speaking on the occasion, Chairperson CWC Kishtwar, Mohan Lal Thak...

PM-KISAN awareness camp at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 24: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana Sunday launched Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi here.

While addressing the participants, he stated that under PM-KISAN, farmer families having cultivable landholding of 2 hectares and less will be provided direct in...

Training cum awareness imparted to polling staff at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 23: In view of upcoming general elections, a 3 day training cum awareness on EVM/ VVPAT was imparted to the polling staff including Presiding Officers of the district here today under the supervision of District Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana.

ALMT,...

First Level Checking of EVMs, VVPATs commences at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 21: The First level Checking (FLC) of M3 EVMs and VVPATs commenced today under the supervision of District Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana.

ADC Kishtwar, Pawan Parihar, Deputy Election Officer, Masood Ahmed Bichoo, Nodal Officer EVMs/VVPATs, Dr Arjun Si...

DC Kishtwar inspects site for Saffron Spice Park

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 14: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, along with Director Agriculture Jammu H.K. Razdan, Director Research SKUAST -Jammu, Dr. J. P Sharma today visited Poochal village to inspect identified land for Saffron Spice Park at Kishtwar.

The DC reviewed damages to po...

Training on EVM-VVPAT, VVIP imparted to BAGs, Political Parties at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 13: In order to spread electoral literacy among the voters, a training cum awareness programme on EVM-VVPAT and Voters Verification and Information (VVIP) Campaign for BAGs and representatives of Political parties of the district was organised un...

DC Kishtwar convenes media briefing on launch of VVIP

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 13: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, who is also District Election Officer, today convened a media briefing on the launch of Voters Verification and Information Programme (VVIP).

Speaking on the occasion, DEO informed that ECI has established website www...

Dir Health inspects patient care facilities in Chenab belt hospitals

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 11- Director Health Services Jammu, Dr. Samir Mattoo inspected healthcare facilities in Chenab region hospitals including District Hospital Kishtwar and interacted with the patients and staff.

He also visited PHC Dachhan, PHC Marwah, Warwan, the remo...

Stranded passengers, patients airlifted in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 10: After heavy snowfall in district Kishtwar, authorities Sunday airlifted critically ill patients and stranded passengers to and fro Jammu and Kishtwar.

Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana was personally monitoring the operations.

...

DDC Kishtwar convenes meeting on PM-KSN

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 10- District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana convened a meeting with district and sectoral officers to work out strategies for identification and finalization of list of eligible small and marginal farmers who are entitled to avail benefits under "Pradhan Mantr...

DC Kishtwar suspends Executive Engineer for dereliction of duty

KISHTWAR FEBRUARY 098: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today placed Executive Engineer, Mechanical Division Kishtwar under suspension with immediate effect for non-clearance of snow from roads.

As a meeting was already convened by DDC Kishtw...

DC Kishtwar takes stock of post-snowfall situation

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 08: Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today visited Kishtwar town and adjoining areas to monitor the status of essential services and snow clearance operations.

During his tour, he visited district hospital, bus stand, Dak Bunglow, Giri nagar and ot...

Snowfall Aftermath: DC Kishtwar convene meet

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 07: In view of continuous snowfall in the district since early morning, DDC Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana convene a meeting with concerned district officers to review preparedness during snowfall in the district.

During the meeting, it was apprised that restoration of HT/...

Kishtwar Admin goes tough against Traffic violators

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 07: In a major drive launched against violations of traffic rules and regulations, 5596 vehicles were challaned, 553 vehicles seized, 08 driving licenses suspended, 35 FIR lodged at Police Station Kishtwar and fine of Rs 1426300 imposed on the traffic violators . This...

30th National Road Safety Week: Various activities held at Kisthwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 06: While Continuing with the activities in connection with the 30th National Road Safety Week, Motor Vehicles Department, Kishtwar held an on road activity in which Seat belt and Crash helmet awareness was imparted among the road users on NH-244, on the ...

EVM, VVPAT awareness programme held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 06: In order to spread the electoral literacy among voters, a training-cum-awareness programme on EVM-VVPAT for media persons, civil society members and NGOs was organized under SVEEP at DC office Complex here today.

The programme was organized under the supervision ...

Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals holds 4th meeting at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 05: In order to take various measures towards welfare of animals besides prevention of cruelty to animals, Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Kishtwar (SPCA) convened its 4th meeting here today under the chairmanship of ADDC, Imam Din.<...

EVM-VVPAT awareness training commences at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 05: District Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana, today inaugurated the training cum awareness programme on EVM and VVPAT for ASHA and Anganwari workers besides other stakeholders of the district organised under SVEEP.

Among others present were ADDC, Imam Din, ADC,...

DC Kishtwar reviews functioning of Revenue department

Directs Tehsildars to submit Patwar Halqa diaries within week's time

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 04: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, convened a meeting to review the functioning of Revenue Department, here today.

A lot of issues pertaining to Revenue department like progress...

DDC Kishtwar chairs DLMC meet

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 02: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of District Level Monitoring Committee (DLMC) to review the implementation of the Self Help Group of Engineers scheme here.

SSP Kishtwar, Rajinder Kumar Gupta, ADDC Kishtwar, Imam Din, S.E PDD Kishtwar,...

SVEEP awareness camp organised at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 01: A Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) awareness programme was organised at Adarsh Bal Niketan High School here today.

Nodal Officer, SVEEP Sunil Bhutyal organized the programme under the guidance of the District Election Officer, Kishtwar A...

Training programme for newly elected Sarpanches concludes at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 31: District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana chaired the valedictory function of training session of newly elected Sarpanchs here today.

During three sessions of the training, 126 Sarpanchs from various blocks of the district...

DDC reviews Disaster Management Plan at Kishtwar

Exhorts for timely, accurate reporting of damages due to snowfall, rains

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 29: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, who is also Chairman of DDMA, convened a meeting with the officers of DDMA to discuss and review District Disaster Management Plan for th...

DDC Kishtwar inaugurates training for 3rd batch of Sarpanchs

KISHTWAR, JANUARY, 28: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today inaugurated the training session for 3rd batch of newly elected PRI members with an aim to sensitize them about their role and responsibilities towards local self-governance and grass root devel...

DC Kishtwar asks Project affected families to vacate houses within week’s time

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 28: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, visited Dangdooru area of Dachhan, the project site for Pakal Dul- HEP, and convened a detailed meeting with the officers of JP Limited and project affected families of the area.

The DC asked th...

LMD imposes fine on erring traders

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 28: A team of Legal Metrology Department under the supervision of Assistant Controller, conducted market checking of various business establishments at Drabshalla, Kandni, Hasti, Kishtwar town and adjoining areas.

During the inspection, the team inspected 25 traders and 2...

ADC Kishtwar administers oath to MC President, Vice President

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 25: The newly-elected President and Vice President of Municipal Committee, Kishtwar were administered oath of office here today.

Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pawan Kumar Parihar, administered oath to Riaz Ahmed Zargar as President and Firdous Ahmed Min...

ADC Kishtwar administers oath to MC President, Vice President

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 25: The newly-elected President and Vice President of Municipal Committee, Kishtwar were administered oath of office here today.

Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pawan Kumar Parihar, administered oath to Riaz Ahmed Zargar as President and Firdous Ahmed Min...

National Girl Child Day celebrated at Kishtwar

18 meritorious girls felicitated

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 24: To spread awareness about saving the girl child, National Girl Child Day under the banner of BBBP today celebrated with great pomp and show with the theme "Empowering the Girl child for Education” in conference hall of New DC Office ...

Awareness rally on BBBP campaign held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 23: Department of Youth Services and Sports, Kishtwar today organized a rally to spread awareness among the people about the need and significance of educating the girl child besides highlighting adverse impact on society due to the decline in sex ratio.

Scores of gi...

ADC Kishtwar interacts with PRI members

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 23: Additional Deputy Commissioner Pawan Kumar Parihar, today held an interacted with newly elected Panchayat members here during the special training held for the 2nd batch of the PRI representatives.

Addressing the participants, the ADC congratulated the newly elected Sarpan...

DC Kishtwar advises people to take precautionary measures during snowfall

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 22: Based on advisory of Meteorological department wherein it has been informed that the most of higher reaches of J&K will receive moderate to heavy rains/snow fall with effect from 21.01.2019 to 26.01.2019 thus leading disruption of surface tran...

DDC Kishtwar flags-off 'Beti Express' Van

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 21:With an aim to create awareness among the common masses to save and educate the girl child, today, District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana flagged off ‘Beti Express’ under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign from New DC office Complex here today.

T...

ADC Kishtwar reviews arrangements for Republic Day

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 21: ADC Kishtwar, Pawan Parihar today convened a meeting with private school Principals, teachers and local NGOs to discuss preparedness for successful celebration of Republic Day.

Among others present on the occasion were DYSSO Kishtwar, Dewan Chand Thakur, CEO Ki...

DDC Kishtwar inaugurates 2nd batch of training session for newly elected Sarpanches

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 21: District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated the second training session of newly elected PRI members with an aim to sensitize them about their role and responsibilities towards local self-governance ...

DDC Kishtwar reviews progress under Ayushman Bharat

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 20: District Development Commissioner , Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana convened a meeting to review the progress of the implementation of Ayushman Bharat- Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana in the district.

The meeting was attended by CPO Kishtwar, Yasir L. A. Balwan, ...

SVEEP awareness camp organised at GDC Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 20: A SVEEP awareness programme was organised in the Govt. Degree College, Kishtwar by District Election Office Kishtwar under the guidance of the District Election Officer, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana in collaboration with NSS unit of GDC Kishtwar.

Principal GDC Kisht...

BBBP to be made mass movement: DDC Kishtwar

Finalizes Action Plan for Save girl campaign

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 19: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting with district officers regarding finalization of Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao” district Action Plan.

Nodal Officer for BBBP Scheme, Anoop Kumar ...

Kishtwar: PMEGP district panel approves 35 cases

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 19: District Level Task Force Committee for Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme(PMEGP) today cleared 35 cases at its 5th meeting held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana.

After thorough examination, against total 38 ...

DEO Kishtwar calls for stepping up SVEEP activities

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 19: Deputy Commissioner (DEO) Angrez Singh Rana today called for stepping of awareness activities in rural areas under the under Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) programme to mobilize them for massive participation in the electoral pro...

Training program for newly elected Sarpanches concludes at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY, 18: A 4-day training programme for newly elected Sarpanches concluded here today.

District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana chaired the valedictory function.

As many as 44 Sarpanches from block Drabshalla, Bounjwah, Palm...

DEO Kishtwar convenes meeting with reps of pol parties

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 18: District Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired a meeting here with the representatives of various political parties.

ENT Kishtwar was also present on the occasion.

DEO informed the representatives that District Contact Centre of Election...

DDC Kishtwar reviews achievements under District Capex Budget

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 18: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today reviewed the physical and financial achievements under District Capex Budget 2018-19, here at a meeting.

Detailed discussions were held on a host of issues including various sectors and pro...

DEO Kishtwar reviews preparedness for ensuing elections

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 17: Deputy Commissioner (DEO) Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today reviewed preparedness for ensuing elections here at a meeting attended by senior functionaries of civil and Police administration, besides AEROs from across the district.

Threadbare discussion was...

Chaff cutters distributed among farmers at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 17: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today gave away Chaff cutters to local farmers to facilitate them in fodder collection.

The equipments were provided to farmers under RKVY scheme in presence of CAHO, Dr. Sanjay Kumar Sen.

While cong...

Kishtwar: Issues causing hindrances in HEPs discussed

DC asks for fast tracking payment of compensation

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 17: Deputy Commissioner (District Collector,) Angrez Sigh Rana today chaired a meeting with concerned officers regarding issues related to Hydro Electric Projects coming up in the District.

Among othe...

Deputy Commissioner finalizes Republic Day arrangements at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 16 : Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, convened a meeting of officers to review and finalize arrangements for upcoming Republic Day celebration in the district here today.

The meeting was attended by ADDC, Imam Din, ASP Prabeet Kumar...

DDC Kishtwar inaugurates training programme for Sarpanchs

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 15: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today inaugurated the first training session organized for newly elected PRI members.

The first batch comprising 44 Sarpanchs from Drabshalla, Bounjwah, Palmar, Thakrie and Warwan blocks who are parti...

DDC Kishtwar chairs officers meet on Panchayats

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 14: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting with district officers to discuss preparation of a comprehensive plan for line Departments to ensure vibrant development of Panchayats at grass root levels.

DDC directed concerned officers ...

Kiru HEP: DDC chairs meeting to finalize Skill Mapping, development plan for Project Affected Families

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 13: District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana Sunday chaired a meeting to finalize the skill mapping and development plan for Project Affected Families of Kiru Hydro Electric Project, (HEP) Kishtwar.<...

Media workshop under Noor Jivan Ka Betiyan campaign held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 12: Under the aegis of nationwide scheme Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana convened one day media workshop here today.

The workshop among others was attended by SSP Kishtwar, Rajinder Kumar Gupt...

BBBP campaign: DDC Kishtwar felicitates mothers blessed with girl child

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 11: To spread awareness about 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' under 'Noor Jevan Ka Betiyan' campaign, District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today felicitated mothers of newly born girl child, here at District Hospital.

The DDC congratu...

Registration of unorganised workers: Awareness camp held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 11: An awareness programme was today organised by department of employment in collaboration with Handloom department to create awareness and register the unorganised workers in of this mountainous district.

The camp witnessed the participation of a...

DDC convenes Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Gulabgarh, Padder

Announces release of Rs12.00 lacs for repair of 04 bridges

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 10: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, convened a Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Gulabgarh, Padder to take stock of public issues at their doorsteps.

The DDC wa...

DEO convenes meeting of SVEEP district core committee

Orders establishment of Electoral literacy club to create awareness regarding SVEEP

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 10: District Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana, convened a meeting of SVEEP district core committee to finalize preparations for special voter enrollment drive under Systematic ...

Kishtwar: Rogi Kalyan Samiti holds meeting

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 08: A meeting of Rogi Kalyan Samiti (RKS) District Hospital Kishtwar was held under the chairmanship of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Abdul Majid Maik here today.

Among others present during the meet were Additional District Development Commissioner, Imam Din, Dr. S. D. Atri Me...

ADDC discusses plan for “Sabki Yojana Sabka Vikas" campaign

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 07: Additional District Development Commissioner, Imam Din, today reviewed preparation of gram Panchayat development plan under "Sabki Yojana Sabka Vikas" Campaign here at a meeting of the district officers.

The ADDC threw light on various aspects and objec...

DDC visits snow bound Marwah valley

Suspends BMO for dereliction of duty

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 07: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today visited far flung snow bound areas of Marwah to review stock and supply of essential commodities in view of inclement weather.

The DDC was accompanied by SSP, Rajinder Kuma...

DM Kishtwar revises speed limit on Highway

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 04: District Magistrate Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today imposed section 144 Cr.PC over the speed of the vehicles plying in the morning hours on National Highway 244 with in District Kishtwari.e from Thathri to Kishtwar and Kishtwar to Thathriand directed them not to exceed their...

DC Kishtwar suspends Patwari for dereliction of duty

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 04: Taking a strong note on furnishing of wrong information, Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today suspended Patwari Halqa Matta namely Satish Kumar.

“District administration shall act as deterrent to the revenue officials working in field and will...

DC Kishtwar flags-off students for Bharat Darshan tour

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 04: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana flagged-off a group of students of District Kishtwar for Bharat Darshan tour from PDC Colony Kishtwar in presence of SSP Kishtwar Ranjinder Gupta, Commandant 52BN CRPF Suresh Kumar, officers and officials of 52BN CRPF...

Police Deptt organises District Level Debate Contest

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 03: The district Police organized a district level debate contest on the topic “Life with Drugs or Liveable life” here today to create awareness among the youth about hazards of drug addiction.

The event was attended by the students, local youth, senior citizens, ...

Khelo India: DDC Kishtwar inaugurates Sports festival

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 03: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated 3 day long, Inter zonal competition under "Khelo India" scheme organized by Department of Youth Services and Sports under the supervision of DYSSO Deewan Chand Thakur.

Senior citizens besi...

Kishtwar: DDC bars lifting from govt stores during night hours

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 02 : District Development Commissioner , Angrez Singh Rana today barred lifting of materail from government stores during night hours.

In this regard, a circular was issued after reports of many Government Departments are issuing the Material & Supp...

Students paint to promote message of ‘BetiBachao BetiPadhao’ in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 01: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, a painting completion was organised at DIET Kishtwar under the ongoing ‘Noor Jivan Ka Betiyan’ drive to further promote the aims of ‘BetiBachao BetiPadhao’ campaign.

Amon...

Awareness programme on women, child rights organized in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 01: J&K State Commission for Women and Child rights organised a legal awareness programme at Islamia Faridiya College of Education, in collaboration with National Commission for Women, New Delhi.

Dr. Khalid Hussain Malik, Secretary J&K Women Commission...

Awareness-cum-distribution camp organized at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 31: Composite Regional Centre Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment Bemina, Srinagar in collaboration with Department of Social Welfare Kishtwar& Department of Health & Family Welfare, Kishtwar organized an Awareness camp/orientation programme cum Rehabilitation cam...

DDC Kishtwar reviews implementation of BBBP scheme

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 27: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana convened a meeting with district officers to review the implementation of ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ flagship programme in the district.

At the outset, Nodal officer for BBBP Scheme, Anoop Kumar brief...

DC Kishtwar asks medics to follow dress code

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 26: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today advised medical staff of District Hospital Kishtwar to follow the dress code so that they are easily distinguishable.

He said the dress code stands for the utmost professionalism and cleanliness.

He further...

Animal Husbandry Deptt kick start FMD control programme in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 22: The Animal Husbandry Department on Sunday kick started Foot and Mouth Disease Control Programme (FMD-CP) under the chairmanship of Dr. Sanjay Kumar Sen.

The main agenda of the meeting was how to reach and make 100% achievement in this programme...

DDC Kishtwar listens to Public grievances at Dachhan

Reviews implementation of MGNREGA, other schemes

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 20: To redress the issues of people at their doorsteps, District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today convened a public grievances redressal camp here at village Sounder, Dachhan.

ACD Anil Kumar...

LMD recovers Rs 10000 composition fee

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 20: Continuing its drive towards safeguarding consumer rights, a team of Legal Metrology Department (LMD) Kishtwar conducted inspection of various business establishments at Kishtwar, Chatroo, Mughal Maidan areas.

During the drive, the team headed by Assistant Controller inspec...

Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar reviews arrangements for Republic Day

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 19: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today reviewed arrangements for Republic Day 2019 celebrations in the district at an officers meeting here today.

During the meeting, threadbare discussion was held with regard to all necessary arrangeme...

Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar reviews arrangements for Republic Day

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 19: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today reviewed arrangements for Republic Day 2019 celebrations in the district at an officers meeting here today.

During the meeting, threadbare discussion was held with regard to all necessary arrangeme...

DC Kishtwar inaugurates Science Exhibition, Book fair

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 18: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, inaugurated district level Science Exhibition and Book fair here at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Kishtwarorganised by DIET under Samagra Shiksha.

In the exhibition, 47 government and private schools partici...

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya starts functioning in Kishtwar

Deputy Commissioner inaugurates classes

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 17: Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, one of the premier educational institutes of the country, today started its functioning in the district with Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, inaugurating the classes in the Vidal...

Create awareness about Super 50 Coaching: Distt admin asks schools

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 12: The district administration has asked the Principals of Higher Secondary Schools of District (Winter Zone) to launch campaign to aware students about Super 50 Coaching Scheme under which aspirants are provided two month free coaching for ...

Kishtwar: DDC reviews functioning of RDD department

BDOs asked to constitute Village level monitoring committees

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 10: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today took a review of working of Rural Development Department (RDD) and implementation of various schemes of the department.

The...

DEO Kishtwar convenes meeting regarding Special Summary Revision

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 07: District Election Officer Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired a meeting with the representatives of political parties and reviewed the progress of special summary revision.

ENT, Kishtwar also remained present during the meeting.

DEO ...

Banks brace up for launch of JKREGP in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 06:- The heads of local Banks today chalked out modalities for launch of prestigious J&K Rural Employment Generation Programme (JKREGP) in this mountainous district, here at meeting.

The meeting decided to launch a massive campaign to familiarize the stakeholders wit...

Awareness camp organized at TRC Pochhal

Rs 47.80 lakh loan disbursed by J&K SC, ST & BCs Corporation

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 06: J&K SC, ST & BCs Development Corporation Ltd today organized one day awareness camp here at TRC Pochhal.

A large number of people including former Sarpanchs, Panchs, youth including girls and boys, medi...

DIC Kishtwar organizes cultural programme at District Jail

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 05: District Information Centre Kishtwar organized a scintillating cultural programme in the premises of district Jail here wherein renowned local singers and other artists mesmerized the audience with their performances.

Jail inmates also exhibited their ...

ADC Kishtwar convenes meeting with BLOs

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 04: Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pawan Kumar Parihar, convened a meeting with Booth Level Officers here today.

During the meeting, various points were discussed pertaining to Basic Minimum Facilities (BMFs) at polling stations, duplicacy in electoral roll, purification of ...

DIPR, DIET organize programme on adolescence education in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 28: District Information Centre in collaboration with DIET Kishtwar organizes District Level Role Play and folk-dance Competition on Adolescence Education here today.

The themes for National Role Play Competition included Healthy Relationship among ...

395 Polling parties dispatched for Phase III of Panchayat elections in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 23- As many as, 395 polling parties were dispatched for four blocks Inderwal, Drabshalla, Nagseni and Mughal Maidan of the district for the phase III of Panchayat Polls.

District Panchayat Election Officer, Angrez Singh Rana, informed t...

DM Kishtwar suspends arms license of erring VLW

KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 17: District Magistrate, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today suspended arms license of a Village-Level Worker (VLW) posted in Block Inderwal.

The DM suspended arms license of the erring VLW as a precautionary after receiving complaints that the accused is coercing voters...

DM Kishtwar seeks explanation over faulty telecom services

KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 17: While taking a serious note of poor telecom services, District Magistrate Kishtwar Angrez Singh has sought explanation from BSNL Telecom Divisional Manager, Udhampur over the matter.

“It has been reported that all the departments, as well as general BSN...

Panchayat Polls: Training session for polling staff held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 09: The training session of polling staff for forthcoming Panchayat Elections in the district under Phase-I was held today here at Conference Hal,l New DC Office Complex, Kishtwar.

District Panchayat Election Officer, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, ...

Panchayat Polls: Training of polling staff held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 01: The training for Polling Staff for the ensuing Panchayat Elections in the district held today here at Conference Hall of New DC Office Complex, Kishtwar.

In an introductory session, the Addition Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Kishtwar, Pawan Parihar asked ...

Diwali, Urs arrangements finalized at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 01: Additional District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Imam Din today convened a meeting to finalize the arrangements for smooth celebration of the Diwali and Urs Mubarak festivals. The meeting was held at Mini Conference Hall of New DC Office Complex, Kishtwar here.
...

DDC Kishtwar chairs Skill Mapping, Development Plan for Kiru HEP meet

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 31: District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting regarding Skill Mapping and Development Plan for Project Affected Persons of Kiru Hydro Electric Project, (HEP) Kishtwar.

The meeting was attended by ADDC Ki...

BDO Warwan attached for negligence in election duties

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 31: District Panchyat Election Officer, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, while taking serious note of lackadaisical attitude shown in election related duties, today attached the BDO Warwan Mohd Rafi in the office of ACD Kishtwar as the said officer who also is Nodal Offic...

DDC inspects ongoing development works at Marwah

Kishtwar, October 30: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today inspected ongoing works in Marwah area.

Accompanied by SSP Rajinder Kumar Gupta , ADDC Imam Din , SDM Marwah Kesar Bhavani, DSWO Mohsin Raza, the DDC also took stock of problems of the people of the...

Digitisation of revenue record reviewed at Kishtwar

Kishtwar, October 30: Regional Director Survey and Land Records (Ex-Officio Settlement Officer) Chenab Valley Mohammad Hanief Malik today chaired the meeting regarding the scanning work of Old available revenue record of district Kishtwar and to review the implementation of Digital I...

Kishtwar Municipal Committee members take oath

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 30: The newly elected members of 74-Municipal Committee Kishtwar took oath of office at a swearing-in ceremony here today at Conference Hall of New DC Office Complex, Kishtwar.

The oath was administered by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, Pawan Kumar Parihar ...

MC Kishtwar imposes a fine of Rs 2600 to erring shopkeepers

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 27: While continuing its drive against erring shopkeepers indulged in spreading litter and thus scausing hindrance in Swachtta activities, the Authorities of Municipal Committee, Kishtwar, on the directions of Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana compou...

Kishtwar: Oath Ceremony of newly elected MC members on October 30

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 27: District Election Officer Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today appointed ADC Kishtwar, Pawan Kumar Parihar as Nodal Officer for administering the Oath/affirmation to the newly elected members of 74- Municipal Committee, Kishtwar.

Further, a notificati...

DDC Kishtwar reviews implementation of AB-PMJAY scheme

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 25: District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today reviewed the implementation of Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) Scheme here in a meeting.

The DDC asked the CMO to aware the people regarding the scheme by mobi...

Kishtwar: 03 more driving licences suspended for using cell phones while driving

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 25: Continuing the drive against the traffic violators, the ARTO Kishtwar, Abhay Sharma today suspended 03 more driving licences for using mobile phones while driving.

The offences were reported by DTI Kishtwar, who recommended for thes...

DLRC meeting held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 25: District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired District Level Review Committee (DLRC) meeting to review quarterly CD Ratio, progress made by banks and line departments besides performance of SBI RSETI, Kishtwar.

The meeting was attended by ADDC, CPO, LD...

DDC inaugurates Kabaddi tournament under Khelo-India

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 24: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated inter school Kabaddi Tournament under "Khelo -India initiative" here at Bhartiya Vidya Mandir Higher Secondary School.

The event is being organized by District Kabaddi Association under the ...

Kishtwar: Polls for 135 Panchayats to be held in 4 phases, 1st phase on November 17

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 23: District Panchayat Election Officer, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today held a Press Conference in his office chambers regarding the ensuing Panchayat Elections in the district.

While addressing the media persons, the DPEO informe...

Panchayat Polls: First phase of training for polling staff begins at Kishtwar
Kishtwar, October 17: The first phase of training of ROs and AROs for forthcoming Panchayat Elections in the district commenced today here at Conference Hall, new DC Office Complex, Kishtwar.
The ADC Kishtwar, Pawan Parihar asked the participants to ensure the adhe...

Kishtwar admin finalizes arrangements for Dussehra

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 17: Additional District Development Commissioner, Imam Din today chaired a meeting to finalize the arrangements for Dussehra festival.

The meeting was attended by SSP Kishtwar Rajinder Kumar Gupta, ADC Pawan Parihar, CPO Kishtwar Yasir L.A. Balwan and other officer...

JNV starts function at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 17: Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) has opened its branch here in this mountainous town.

Run by Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, New Delhi, an autonomous organization under the Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, the scho...

Kishtwar admin discusses Road Safety Action Plan

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 17: Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today chaired the 3rd meeting of District Road Safety Committee to review the formation of District Road Safety Action Plan (2018-2020).

The meeting was coordinated by Abhay Indu Sharma, ARTO Kishtwar (Member Secretary DRSC, ...

DLTFC-PMEGP approves 22 cases

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 17: District Level Task Force Committee (DLTFC) for Prime Minister’s Employment generation programme today approved 22 loan cases at a meeting chaired by Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Kishtwar...

District Officers empowered to check vehicles

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 15: District Magistrate, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana while taking serious note over the periodic road- accidents, repeated cases of over- loading, traffic congestion, wrong parking of vehicles empowered all District Officers, Block Development Officers, CDPO's to randomly check...

Erring shopkeepers responsible for littering fined in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, October 15: In its ardent effort to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in and around of Kishtwar town, Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana is himself monitoring and supervising the Swachhta activities wherein he has already ordered Authorities of Munici...

DEO Kishtwar inspects polling arrangements for Municipal elections

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 09: District Election Officer, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today visited various polling stations and inspected the preparedness and other requisite arrangements made for the Municipal elections scheduled on Wednesday, October 10 from 6 am to 4 pm.

T...

ULB elections: Final Phase training held for polling staff at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 08: District Election Officer (Deputy Commissioner) Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today chaired Final Phase training for Micro-Observers, Zonal/ Sectoral Magistrates, Presiding and Polling Officers for smooth conduct of Municipal Elections 2018 in the d...

LMD fines flour, oil mills for violation of norms

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 08: Legal Metrology department (LMD) authorities have booked a flour Mill for supplying less Atta in 10 kg Bags and a Haryana based Oil Mill for violating declaration norms of Legal Metrology Act.

Both the units were issued show cause notices to explain their positio...

Kishtwar: 13 shopkeepers fined in last 2 days for littering

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 06: In compliance to the directions of Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, Authorities of Municipal Committee, continued its drive against littering here in the markets of the town.

A team of Civic officials charged Rs 4400 fine from the 13 erring shop...

2nd phase of training for polling staff commences at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 04: The second phase of training programme for polling staff including presiding officers, polling officers and other polling staff members of District Kishtwar commenced here today at Conference Hall, new DC Office complex, Kishtwar.

During the training s...

Kishtwar: Shopkeepers fined for littering

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 04: Civic Officials today charged fine from shopkeepers for littering despite repeated instructions to not to throw waste material / garbage openly on roads.

The civic officials compounded fine to the tune of Rs 3200 from the erring traders during a market inspection by ...

Kishtwar: SWD celebrates Senior Citizen Week with Bal Ashram inmates

KISHTWAR OCTOBER 04: Department of Social Welfare today celebrated the Senior Citizens week (1-7 October 2018) Bal Ashram inmates.

The Staff of the Institution and Functionaries of the Social Welfare Department participated in the programme.

Students of the...

FLC of M3 EVMs, VVPATs commences in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 03: First Level Checking (FLC) of M3 EVMs and VVPATs commenced in District Kishtwar here today under the superintendence of District Election Officer, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana.

The said process is also being supervised by Nodal Officer of EVMs, Imam Din. ADC Pawan Kum...

Swachhta Hi Sewa Campaign concludes at Kishtwar

Kishtwar, October 02: A fortnight long Swachhta Hi Sewa campaign concluded here at New DC Office Complex Kishtwar. An impressive function was organized by District Administration in collaboration and coordination with NSS volunteers of GDC Kishtwar and Umeed Group.

The function was att...

KVIB Kishtwar celebrates Gandhi Jayanti

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 02: Department of Khadi & Village Industries Board (KVIB) Kishtwar today celebrated Gandhi Jayanti. The function was presided over by District Officer KVIB Kishtwar Mohd Iqbal Butt.

A large number of artisans/ entrepreneurs/prominent citizen and staff members of KVIB were pres...

EVM, polling staff randomization held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 01: The first phase of randomization of EVMs and polling staff for ensuing Municipal Election was done here today under the supervision of district election officers Angrez Singh Rana.

Others present on the occasion were General Observer, Ashwani Kumar Khajuria, AD...

EVM, polling staff randomization held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 01: The first phase of randomization of EVMs and polling staff for ensuing Municipal Election was done here today under the supervision of district election officers Angrez Singh Rana.

Others present on the occasion were General Observer, Ashwani Kumar Khajuria, AD...

Live stock Census takes off in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 01: The 20th live stock Census (LCS) was started today here from village Lachhdayaram and ward No 01 of Municipal Committee Kishtwar.

Chief Animal Husbandry Officer (Nodal Officer for LSC 2018) Dr.Sanjay Kumar Sen kick started the exercise.

For the first time Computer...

NSS volunteers donate Rs 15000 for Kerela Flood Relief

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 29: National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers of Govt. Degree College Kishtwar today donated Rs 15000 for Kerela Flood relief. The NSS volunteers handed over the amount to Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana.

The Deputy Commissioner hailed the volunteers ...

Kishtwar: 3-day Training starts for polling staff

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 28: The first phase of training for the polling staff (POs/ P1/P2/P3) of District Kishtwar started here from today under the supervision of Nodal Officer Training Management Pardeep Koul.

The training will continue till 29 September during which participants will b...

DDC Kishtwar listens to the grievances of Warwan people

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 27: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today visited at Inshan Warwan along with SSP Kishtwar Rajinder Kumar in order to take stock of problems of the people. Other District and Sectoral officers also accompanied him during the visit. Besi...

JE suspended for indulging in political activities

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 26: District Election Officer Angrez Singh Rana today suspended a Junior Engineer for indulging in political activities.

As per district administration, the Junior Engineer in R&B department Div Kishtwar Raj Kumar Badyal was suspended after a video of him delive...

Kishtwar: 64 vehicles challaned, 5 licences suspended

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 26: The Motor Vehicle department has challaned sixty four vehicles and suspended 5 licences for violation of Motor Vehicles Act rules in the past five days.

As per ARTO Kishtwar Abhay Indu Sharma, the offences mainly included overloading, drunk driving, ras...

One day workshop on solid liquid management held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR , SEPTEMBER 25: Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated one day work shop on Solid and Liquid Waste Management organised under Swacchta Hi Seva Campaign.

The workshop was attended by DPO, District Health Officer, , District Horticulture Office...

One day workshop on solid liquid management held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR , SEPTEMBER 25: Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated one day work shop on Solid and Liquid Waste Management organised under Swacchta Hi Seva Campaign.

The workshop was attended by DPO, District Health Officer, , District Horticulture Office...

Kishtwar: DC sensitise Political Parties about MCC

Kishtwar, Sept 24: Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today convened a meeting with the representatives of political parties and informed them about the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) guidelines and listened to their concerns related to Urban Local Body polls.

The meeting was attende...

Kishtwar: MR vaccination launched to cover 0.76 lakh children

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 24: Measles and Rubella vaccination campaign (MR campaign) for immunization of children in the age group of 09 months to 15 years was launched today by Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana here at Government Higher Secondary School (Boys).

Speaking ...

Driving license of violators suspended

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 22: In compliance to the directions of Supreme Court Committee on Road Safety, the Assistant Regional Transport Officer Kishtwar, Abhay Indu Sharma today suspended 03 driving licences of violators for a period of three months for violating traffic rules.

On the directions of ...

Livestock Census 2018: Training session for Supervisors, Enumerators held

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 22: A training session for Supervisor and Enumerators of Animal Husbandry was held here today to sensitize them about 20th live Stock Census 2018.

The Master trainer Dr. Indu Bhushan and Dr. Rajan Sharma deliberated in detail about the aspec...

Preparedness for ULB polls discussed at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 17: The district administration Kishtwar today discussed the preparedness for Urban Local Bodies at meeting chaired by District Election Officer (Deputy Commissioner) Angrez Singh Rana.

The meeting was attended by Returning/Assistance returning/Nodal officers, besi...

DC Kishtwar listens to public issues at Bounjwah

Warns of action against non-performing officials

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 16:District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired a Public Grievance Redress Camp here at Nali village Bounjwah to have the first-hand appraisal of public issues.

A team of senior officers ...

DC launches 'Swachtta hi Sewa" Campaign at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today launched a fortnight long Swachta Hi Sewa (Cleanliness is Service) campaign here from Government Higher Secondary School (Boys).

Speaking at the launch, Rana said that the mission towards cleanliness gained curren...

Designated specified places notified for Patwaris

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 14: Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today notified the details of specified places of each Patwar Halqa. Earlier, the DC had issued series of directions for the field Patwaris regarding the compliance of the instructions issued by Financial Commissioner R...

ADDC Kishtwar reviews District Road Safety Preparedness

Kishtwar, September 12: To discuss various road safety measures in Kishtwar the District Road Safety Committee of the district under the chairmanship of Additional District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Imam din met here today

The meeting also discussed Road Safety Action...

Kishtwar: ASHAs, Anganwari workers interact with PM

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 11: ASHAs, Anganwari workers, Supervisors and ANMs of Kishtwar District today interacted with PM Narendra Modi during his live address to the nation on Poshan Abhiyan.

The district administration had convened a meeting of ASHAs , Anganwari workers, ANMs, Supervis...

Kishtwar admin finalizes arrangements for "Swacchata Hi Sewa" campaign

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER11: District Administration Kishtwar today finalized arrangements for "Swacchata Hi Sewa" campaign here at a meeting chaired by Additional District Development Commissioner, Imam Din.

The "Swacchata Hi Sewa" campaign is scheduled to be launche...

Public Grievance redress camp held at Dool

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 07: A Camp to redress the Grievances of General Public, aware them about various government schemes and to provide on the spot services was held today here at Gool.

A large number of people from Cherji, Kwartanji and Dool participated in the Camp chaired by Tehsildar Kish...

Record 2.25 lakh pilgrims visit Machail Mata Shrine: Distt Admin

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 07: This year’s holy Machail Mata Yatra, Padder witnessed a huge influx with an all time high of over 2.25 Lakh pilgrims paying obeisance at the temple shrine.

Braving inclement weather and difficult terrain, the people from across the country visit...

6 erring traders fined by LMD team at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR SEPTEMBER 07: During routine checking of business establishments of Kishtwar and adjoining areas, Legal Metrology Department (LMD) Kishtwar booked 6 traders for violation of labeling norms and less quality in pre-packaged containers.

A composition sum of Rs. 18700 was realized f...

ICDS organizes awareness programme on POSHAN Abhiyaan

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 05: To aware people especially supervisors, Anganwari workers and helpers about the requirement of proper nutrition for better health of child and mother, Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Kishtwar organized one day awareness programme on “Poshan Abhiyan” a...

DC Kishtwar attaches Patwari

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 04: Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today attached Patwari Halqa Patnazi on the complaint of his involvement in political activities.

As per a district administration spokesperson, to ascertain the facts, Deputy Commissioner, deputed Assistant Commissioner as inquir...

Janmashtami: Impressive Shobha Yatra taken out in Kishtwar

Kishtwar, September 03: An impressive Shoba Yatra was taken out here today to mark the celebration of Shri Krishna Janmashtami.

The temples witnessed huge rush of devotees since early morning and they participated in special rituals performed to mark the auspicious day of t...

Kishtwar Admin finalizes arrangements for Shri Krishan Janamashtami Shoba Yatra

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 31: Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today finalized arrangements for Shri Krishan Janam Ashthami and Shoba Yatra here at a meeting of representatives of Sanatan Dharam Sabha and senior government functionaries.

At the out...

DC withholds salary of revenue officers

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 31: Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today withheld the salary of several revenue officers including Tehsildars and Naib –Tehsildars for non-compliance of government order regarding assured presence of Patwaris two-day week weekly to attend the public.

Pertinently, the F...

DC withholds salary of revenue officers

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 31: Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today withheld the salary of several revenue officers including Tehsildars and Naib –Tehsildars for non-compliance of government order regarding assured presence of Patwaris two-day week weekly to attend the public.

Pertinently, the F...

DM Kishtwar imposes restrictions on storage of dry grass, fodder

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 27: District Magistrate Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today imposed restriction over the storage and dumping of dry grass, fodder, hay etc near or inside residential places and localities, as a precautionary measure, which have been found to be main source of ca...

District Kishtwar achieves ODF status*

Kishtwar,21th August:
Kishtwar district today became 15th ODF district in the state with 100% Toilet Coverage. A total of 41,558 toilets have been constructed as per Base Line Survey to provide toilet access to all the rural households under Sawachh Bharat Mission(G).
DDC Kishtwar An...

First level checking of M1 EVMs conducted in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 21:As per schedule issued by the Chief Electoral Officer J&K, the First level checking of M1 Electronic Voting Machine, which would be used in the forthcoming Municipal Election 2018,has been conducted by the BEL (Bharat Electronics Limited) engineer under the supervisi...

LMD fines 23 erring traders in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 21: Legal Metrology Department Kishtwar today conducted market checking at main bazaar Kishtwar, Hadyal, Shalimar, Drabshalla, Thakri, Dool and its adjoining areas.

During the inspection, 23 erring traders were booked for violation of J&K Weight and Measures enforc...

Chandi Mata Chhari leaves for Atholi Padder from Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 19: Mata Chandi’s Chhari Mubarak today left from Kishtwar to onward journey towards Chandi dham, Machail Paddar.

Thousands of devotees including women and children accompanied the Chhari Mubarak amid chanting of religious slogans and singing of Bhajans fillin...

DC Kishtwar reviews arrangements for Eid- Ul-Azha

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 18: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today convened a meeting to discuss the arrangements being put in place for the smooth celebration of upcoming Eid-ul-Azha.

ADDC Kishtwar Imam Din, SSP Rajinder Kumar Gupta ADC Kishori Lal Sharma, Addl. SP Parbeet Si...

Machail Mata Yatra crosses 1 lakh mark

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 16: Machail Mata Yatra had crossed landmark of one lakh yatris on 15th August when the whole country was celebrating the 72nd years of India's Independence with gaiety and enthusiasm. The pilgrims coming across different parts of the country paid rich obscene at Machail Mata temple, cr...

JKKVIB organizes awareness camp at Chatroo

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 10: J&K Khadi Village Industries Board (JKKVIB) organized a one day Awareness Camp on the National Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) Hub (NSSH) here at Chatroo.

The action plan under NSSH involves collection of data regarding SC, ST MSME distribution in state, Cl...

Kishtwar admin accords farewell to outgoing SSP

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 09: District administration Kishtwar today accorded warm farewell to SSP Abrar Ahmed Choudhary on his transfer, here at a simple but impressive function.

Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana and senior district and sectoral officers of civil and police administration ...

I-day arrangements finalized at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 09: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of district and sectoral officers to finalise the arrangements for the smooth and enthusiastic celebration of Independence Day 2018.

It was decided that the main function shall be organized at Para...

DC Kishtwar reviews functioning of Revenue Department

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 08: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana convened a meeting to review the functioning of Revenue Department, here today.

Threadbare discussion was held on the latest status regarding retrieval of encroached State and Kahcharai land.

The DC directed the fu...

Kishtwar: MO suspended, NHM employees terminated for dereliction of duty
KISHTWAR AUGUST 07: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today suspended a Medical Officer and ordered termination of NHM employees posted at PHC Chatroo for dereliction of duty.
As per spokesperson of district administration, the action was initiated after ADDC ...

Kishtwar: DC reviews District Road Safety Action Plan

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 07: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of District Road Safety Committee to review the Road Safety Action Plan (2018-2020).

The meeting was attended by District Road Safety Committee members comprising ADC, CPO, XENs R&B, X...

DDC reviews implementation of BBBP Scheme

Stresses on creating mass awareness about its objectives

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 06: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting to review the achievements under Beti -Bachao, Beti- Padhao (BBBP) scheme in the district. The scheme was launched by Prime Minister Nar...

District admin Kishtwar refutes news report

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 03: District administration Kishtwar today strongly refuted a news report appearing in a section of press about alleged use of derogatory words by deputy commissioner against some officer(s) during a recent review meeting.

As per a spokesperson of district administration, p...

Training programme on MGNREGA to Agriculture Extension Assistants

KISHTWAR AUGUST 01: In the wake of state wide strike of MGNREGA employees including district Kishtwar which is severely hampering the pace of works alongwith inconvenience to people in rural areas , District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana proposed an alternativ...

Bar Association members meet DC Rajouri

Seek construction of additional Chambers, early transfer of land for District Court Complex

RAJOURI, JULY 31: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Mohammad Aijaz Asad today chaired an interactive meet with members of Bar Association Rajouri to listen to issues hampering the effective working of the Rajo...

DC Kishtwar stresses on maintaining hygienic condition in mutton shops

KISHTWAR, JULY 31: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today asked the civic authorities to conduct regular checking of mutton selling establishments and ask the owners to maintain hygienic conditions in their shops

The DC, at joint meeting with the mutton tra...

LMD fines 25 erring traders in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JULY 31: Legal Metrology Department (LMD) fined 25 traders after they were found flouting certain provisions during a market checking launched on the eve of Machail Yatra.

A team of Legal Metrology, under the supervision of Assistant Controller conducted extensive market checking in ...

Kishtwar admin prepares for Measles Rubella vaccine campaign

KISHTWAR, JULY 30: District administration Kishtwar today finalized preparation for Measles Rubella (MR) vaccination campaign here at a meeting of District Task Force of immunization (DTFI) with Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishori Lal Sharma in the chair.

Issues relat...

Termination notices served to striking MGNREGA contractual employees in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JULY 29: District Administration Kishtwar has served Termination notices to 41 MGNREGA contractual employees presently on strike.

They have been asked to join duties within 2 days failing which orders regarding termination of their se...

Termination notices served to striking MGNREGA contractual employees in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JULY 29: District Administration Kishtwar has served Termination notices to 41 MGNREGA contractual employees presently on strike.

They have been asked to join duties within 2 days failing which orders regarding termination of their se...

Kishtwar Admin orders inquiry into Gulabgarh incident

KISHTWAR, JULY 28: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana has ordered inquiry into the circumstances which led to law and order problem during the visit of Buddhist Spiritual Guru Gwlang Drupka here at Gulabgarh, Padder on July 25 2018.

As per distri...

Ban imposed on illegal extraction of stones

KISHTWAR, JULY 28: Acting tough against the people involved in illegal practice, District Magistrate Angrez Singh Rana has imposed complete ban on the extraction of stones here in and around Zundil and Shalimar Nallah.

As per district administration spokesperson, the DM,...

DDC Kishtwar chairs DLRC meeting

Calls for promotion of self-employment schemes

KISHTWAR JULY 26: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired District Level Review Committee (DLRC) meeting to review the performance of banks and line departments under the annual credit plan

The meeting w...

DDC Kishtwar visits Machail, reviews arrangements for pilgrims

KISHTWAR JULY 26: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana took on the spot review of arrangements for the pilgrims here at Machail Mata temple as he joined the annual yatra to the historical temple shrine, which started the other day.

The DDC directed the con...

DC Kishtwar reaches out to people in far flung Dachhan area

KISHTWAR, JULY 22- District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana listened to people’s issues in Dachan area at series of public grievance redress camps held during his two-day tour of the area.

During the tour, the DC joined Hudh Mata yatra and paid obeisance at the te...

Annual Sarthal Devi yatra begins at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JULY 20: The annual Shri Ashtadash Bhuja Mata Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra began with great religious fervour and gaiety here this morning.

A hawan at Gori Shankar Mandir, Sarkoot marked the start of the yatra with a large number of devotees taking part in the rituals

Later, a...

DC Kishtwar reviews Machail Yatra arrangements

KISHTWAR, JULY 19: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today reviewed arrangements for the upcoming annual Machail Mata yatra here at a meeting of officers and representatives of local religious organizations.

The DC took thorough review of the arrangements undertaken by...

NHPC urges people not to move near Chenab

KISHTWAR, JULY 18: The NHPC authorities have advised the people not to move near Chenab River on July 19, 2018 in view of flushing of reservoir of Dulhasti Power Station.

“It is notified for the information of the public of Doda and Kishtwar in general and public of village Dul, Benzwar, Che...

RTA Kishtwar approves 158 LA cases

KISHTWAR, JULY 17: Regional Transport Authority today approved 158 ‘letter of authority’ (LA) cases here at a meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana. The meeting was attended by DySP(Hqr) Nihar Ranjan, ARTO Abhay Indu Sharma (Member Secretary RTA) and DTI Kishtwar.

After detailed ...

Chenab HPP workers union delegation meets DC

KISHTWAR, JULY 17: A delegation of Chenab Hydro Power Project Workers Union today met Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana and projected their demands.

The delegation comprising of around 300 workers led by union president Abdul Subhan hold detailed discussion with the DC in presence of...

DC Kishtwar reviews arrangements for Independence Day celebrations

KISHTWAR, JULY 16: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana reviewed the arrangements for celebration of Independence Day 2018, here today.

During the meeting it was decided that the main function of Independence Day will be held at the Parade Gro...

Disaster preparedness reviewed at Kishtwar

Admin creates DDMA Corpus Fund; appeals employees, people to donate

KISHTWAR, JULY 10: The District administration Kishtwar today reviewed the disaster preparedness here at a meeting of line departments with District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana in the chair.

...

Kishtwar admin holds public grievances redress camp

KISHTWAR, JULY 04: District administration Kishtwar today listened to people’s issues here at a public grievance redress camp.

The camp was organised on the direction of Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana to redress the problems of general public, aware them about various be...

DC Kishtwar listens to public issues in rural areas

Asks for adequate supply of life saving drugs

KISHTWAR, JULY 04: To take stock of ground situation in far-off areas, District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today listened to public issues here at Tehsil Nagseni.

He was accompanied by SSP Kishtwar Abrar A...

LMD books erring traders in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 29: Legal Metrology Department, Kishtwar has booked 19 erring traders for violation of various provision of law.

The departmental teams conducted extensive market checking in Kishtwar and peripheral towns Sarthal, Chatroo, Mughal Maidan and booked 19 Traders for trade violations. ...

Sunil Sharma visits block Palmar in Kishtwar

‘Land for establishment of Jawahar Navodya Vidyalya finalized’

KISHTWAR, JUNE 16- Minister for Power, Sunil Kumar Sharma accompanied by DDC Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today visited Block Palmar of district Kishtwar to finalize the land for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya to be opened in the ar...

NHPC advises public not to move near river Chenab

KISHTWAR, JUNE 09: The NHPC authorities have advised the people not to move near Chenab River on June 10, 2018 in view of flushing of Reservoir of Dulhasti Power Station.

“It is notified for the information of Public of District Doda and Kishtwar in general and public of village Dul...

Kishtwar admin intensifies market checking

KISHTWAR, JUNE 07: A joint team of enforcement agencies today conducted a surprise market checking here in the main town and fined the traders for different violations including overcharging.

The checking was conducted under the supervision of ADDC Imam Din amid public complaints about over...

Market checking intensified at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MAY 18: In view of holy month of Ramdhan, intensive market checking was conducted today by enforcement team here in the main town area.

The team seized and destroyed rotten vegetables, fruits and dairy items on the spot.

The defaulters were asked to maintain ...

Child Screening Camp under RBSK held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MAY 18: Health department today organized a free screening camp for children (0-18 years) under Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) here at Parade ground.

The Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana inaugurated the camp in presence of SSP Abrar Ahmed Chowdhary, Deputy ...

Tehsildar Kishtwar issues Category Certificates

KISHTWAR APRIL 26:A camp was today organised by Tehsildar Kishtwar, Shokat Hayat Mattoo in coordination with A. K Dogra Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Finance Deputed as Nodal Officer for implementation of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme Gram Swaraj Abhiyan at village Drab(Trigam).

...

DLRC meeting held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, APRIL 25: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired the District Level Review Committee (DLRC) meeting to review the progress made by banks and line departments.

The meeting was attended by officials of RBI, LDM, JCC bank, PNB, NRLM, Fisheries, DIC, EDI, DUDA,...

Football tourney begins under “Khelo India”

KISHTWAR, APRIL 23: The Department of Youth Services and Sports today organized a block level football tournament under “Khelo India” at Parade Ground, Kishtwar.

The tournament was inaugurated by DDC, Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana in which 48 teams hailing from different zones including Padde...

Public Negotiation Committee clears 15 cases of land acquisition
KISHTWAR APRIL 19: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, also Chairman of District Private Negotiation Committee, held a meeting regarding fixation of rates for various land acquisition cases of the district through Private Negotiation Committee (PNC) , here today.
...

RBI conducts Financial Literacy, awareness programme at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR APRIL 19: Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Jammu conducted Financial Literacy cum Awareness Programme for youth under its periodic programme called Financial Literacy and Awareness Programmes (FLAP), here today.

Deputy Commissioner, A.S.Rana, was the chief guest o...

Swachh Bharat Diwas under "Gram Swaraj Abhiyan" celebrated at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, APRIL 18: A programme to mark the Swachh Bharat Diwas under "Gram Swaraj Abhiyan" was held today where ADDC Kishtwar Kishori Lal Sharma was the chief guest.

Speaking on the occasion, ADDC Kishtwar highlighted the importance of bringing a positive attitud...

World TB Day observed at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, MARCH 24: World TB Day was observed today at District Tuberculosis Centre Kishtwar with the theme for the Day “Wanted: Leaders for a TB-Free India”.

Chief Medical Officer Kishtwar Dr Abdul Majeed Malik was the Chief Guest on the occasion.

The programme started with a huge rally flag...

DDC Kishtwar reviews progress under SBM

Directs District Officers to adopt at least 3 Panchayats for making ODF

KISHTWAR, MARCH 22: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today convened a meeting to review the progress under centrally sponsored schemes Swatch Bharat Mission (SBM).

The meeting discussed ac...

DDC reviews performance of Revenue Deptt

KISHTWAR, MARCH 13: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana chaired a meeting of revenue officials to review the performance of Revenue Department at new DC Office complex.

The Meeting was attended by ADC Kishtwar, ACR Kishtwar, SDM Paddar, Tehsildars, Naib tehsildars, Gi...

DDC approves rent assessment cases in RAC meet

KISHTWAR MARCH 08: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of Rent Assessment Committee (RAC) and approved 13 cases of rent assessment pertaining to various departments.

During the meeting, DDC held a detailed discussion with officers...

Power shutdown

KISHTWAR, MARCH 07: According to Superintending Engineer Electric M&RE Circle Kishtwar, the power supply to Chatroo, Palmar, Kurya and Tharkrie shall remain affected on March 08 from 10 am to 05 pm.

DLRC meeting held at Kishtwar

DDC asks ACD to ensure awareness of schemes by beating drums

KISHTWAR MARCH 06: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired District Level Review Committee (DLRC) meeting to review the progress made by banks and line departments.

The meeting was attended by officia...

Daylong Disaster Management training programme held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 28: District Disaster Management Authority, Kishtwar today organised a day long training programme for awareness of community for preparedness to combat disasters and minimize loss of life and property here at TRC Centre, Kishtwar.

District Develo...

5th DLTFC- PMEGP meeting of District Kishtwar held

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 21; - District Level Task Force Committee-Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (DLTFC-PMEGP) Kishtwar conducted its 5th meeting for the year 2017-18 under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (Chairman DLTFC-PMEGP) Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana in conferenceha...

Handicraft Department organises awareness camp

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 12: Handicraft Department today organised one day awareness camp cum exhibition/sale at Community Hall Kishtwar.

The aim of organizing the event is to promote and preserve rich cultural heritage of traditional arts and craft of the state.

The function was inaugu...

DDC inspects progress on Naigadh water supply scheme

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 10: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana conducted an extensive tour of Nagseni area and inspected the ongoing works on Naigadh Water Supply scheme.

He was accompanied by Chief Planning officer Kishtwar, Executive Engineer PHE Kishtwar, DS...

Sunil Sharma convenes public grievance redressal camp at Dachhan

KISHTWAR, FEBRUARY 10: Minister of State for Transport, Sunil Kumar Sharma today convened a public grievance redressal camp at Dachhan Block of Kishtwar and took stock of the public issues.

Giving a patient hearing to the problems and demands projected by the locals on...

Pulse Polio Immunization campaign at Kishwtar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 28: Pulse Polio Immunization (PPI) programme round 1st was today inaugurated by Additional Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Kishori Lal sharma in presence of Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Abdul Majeed at District Hospital Kishtwar.

It was informed that a ...

Animal Husbandry Department organizes awareness camp

KISHTWAR, JANURY 16-An awareness Programme (Kissan Ghoshti) under ATMA was organized by Department of Animal Husbandry under the Chairmanship of Chief Animal Husbandry Officer Dr. Sanjay Kumar Sen at Camp Ground Pochhal.

The awareness camp was attended by District Sheep Husbandry O...

DDC asks for prioritizing helicopter tickets to ladies, old-aged, patients

763 passengers air lifted till date

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 10: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana took review meeting with the nodal officers of the area regarding the subsidized helicopter services.

The meeting was informed that 763 passengers have be...

Fisheries deptt holds training for fishermen under ATMA

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 10: A one day training-cum-awareness camp was organized by the Department of Fisheries today at Trout Rearing Unit Mugal Madain under the Centrally Sponsored schemes “ATMA.

The training programme was conducted under the supervision of the Assistant Director Fis...

DDC inspects ongoing works of Kuntwara, Kandni bridges over Chenab River

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 06: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today inspected the ongoing works of Chatter and Kandni Kuntwara bridges over Chenab River and Hasti- Sarthal road.

DDC was accompanied by CPO Kishtwar Yasir Balwan, XEN R&B Mo...

Republic Day arrangements reviewed in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 03: To review the arrangements for Republic Day celebration, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana , here today.

While constituting different committees for smooth conduct of the national event, DC took a detailed account of...

Sunil lays foundation of Rs 3 cr road project in Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 31: Minister of state for Transport, Public works R&B, Revenue, RDD and Panchayti Raj, Agriculture Production and Youth Services and Sports, Sunil Kumar Sharma today visited the Galigarh area of District Kishtwar and laid Foundation of precious road project there. ...

District Level Review Committee meet held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 28: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today chaired District Level Review Committee (DLRC) and District Level RSETI Advisory Committee meeting for the quarter ending September 2017, here today.

At the onset, LDM Mohammad Yousuf Bhat apprised th...

DDC inaugurates Exhibition under PMEGP at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR DECEMBER 22-To raise awareness among the unemployed youths of rural areas of Kishtwar about the welfare schemes in different government departments and take maximum benefits from the same to earn livelihood, JK Khadi and Village Industries Board Kishtwar organized three-day distric...

DC reviews functioning of Revenue Department

KISHTWAR DECEMBER 18: Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana convened a meeting to review the functioning of Revenue Department, here today.

During the meeting, the DC reviewed the progress made under digitization of revenue record, anti-encroachment drives, Jamabandi and girdawari prepara...

DDC chairs disaster management authority meet

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 17- District Development Commissioner , Angrez Singh Rana, today chaired the District Disaster Management Authority meeting and reviewed the overall preparedness and measures put in place by the district administration to meet any kind of eventuality in case of inclement w...

DC constitutes team of doctors for Hepatitis control in Warwan
KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 12: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana constituted a three-member team of doctors to take remedial measures for controlling Hepatitis in Warwan.
The directions, in this regard, were given by Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti to redress the Hepatitis epidemic in...

Chief Secretary reviews developmental scenario in Kishtwar

Visits several project sites, calls for reinforcing coordination to square-off bottlenecks

KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 05: Chief Secretary, Mr B B Vyas today visited Kishtwar to take stock of the progress of developmental works on the ground.

The Chief Secretary personally visi...

DC convenes meeting with civil society members
KISHTWAR, DECEMBER 3: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today convened a meeting with the civil society members and discussed various issues pertaining to development of the district.
PO IWMP Inderjeet Parihar, DPO Kishtwar Sunil Butyal, District Social Welfare Officer Kishtwar Phulail Sing...

District Administration reviews arrangements for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW)
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 28: District Administration convened a meeting to review the arrangements of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) here today.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishori Lal Sharma chaired the meeting.
The meeting was attended by Additional Superintendent of Pol...

Sunil Sharma lays foundation of Padyarna-Pullar Road
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 28: Minister of State for Transport and R&B, Sunil Kumar Sharma on Tuesday laid the foundation stone of two-kilometre long Padyarna Pullar Link Road Phase- 1
The road is being constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 2.76 crore funded under NABARD's Scheme Phase-2 while 10...

District administration Kishtwar celebrate Constitution Day
KISHTWAR NOVEMBER 26: In order to commemorate the ‘Constitution Day’ The District administration, Kishtwar, today organized a function here at district headquarters.
District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana , Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishori Lal and othe...

DDC flags off farmers group under ATMA
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 23: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today flagged off a group of farmers and Technical Field Staff of horticulture department on five days training tour organized under ATMA.
The tour has been organized with an aim to acquaint the farmers with the latest know h...

DC Kishtwar places TSO Chatroo under suspension
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 23: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today placed Tehsil Supply Officer Chatroo under suspension with immediate effect after the said officer was found selling the government ration at Bamanwag instead of sanctioned extension sale centre at Gulna Tagood in contrav...

Training in Nursery Development held for jail inmates
Kishtwar, NOVEMBER 16: In order to help jail inmates develop life skills for their reformation and rehabilitation in side prison and post their release from prison, the District Jail Kishtwar has organised a five day training programme in Nursery Development for the inmates.
The Training ...

District Admn conducts surprise inspection of various govt schools
Directions passed to deduct one day salary of erring employees
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 16: District Administration today conducted surprise inspection of various government schools in Chingham area in the district.
During the inspection, Government High School Chingham was foun...

Regional Director Survey and Land Records reviews settlement operation
KISHTWAR NOVEMBER 13: To review the settlement process under Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP) and status of land records MohdHanief Malik, Regional Director Survey & Land Records (Ex-Officio Settlement Officer) Chenab Valley Doda convened a meeting...

Sunil Sharma listens to people’s issues
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 11: Minister of state For Transport, Public Works (R&B), Revenue, RDD and Panchayti Raj, Agricultural Production & YSS, Sunil Kumar Sharma, today listened to the issues of locals here at Waza Mohalla, Semina Colony.
Senior functionaries including Executive Engineers of...

DDC Kishtwar listens to people’s issue at village Thakrai
KISHTWAR, Nov 08: To take stock of ground situation and review overall developmental projects and implementation of other socio-economic uplift schemes in far-off areas, Deputy Commissioner (DDC) Angrez Singh Rana today held a public grievance redress camp here at village Sir...

Superintendents involved in mass copying put under suspension in Kishtwar
Kishtwar, November 06: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today conducted surprise inspection of two examination centres – C.No. 3622(D) & 3621(C) in Kishtwar town during which various students were found cheating with open book material in connivance with th...

DC Kishtwar holds interactive meeting with lumberdars, chowkidars
Seeks regular feedback from them on public issues
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 06: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana, today convened an interactive meeting with Lumberdars and Chowkidars of the district.
During the meeting, the participants were sensitized about t...

Kishtwar admin, VOJ observe Vigilance Awareness Week
KISHTWAR NOVEMBER 03: In connection with observance of “Vigilance Awareness Week”, a programme on the theme “My Vision Corruption Free India” was organized by District administration Kishtwar in collaboration with Vigilance Organization Jammu (VOJ).
Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh R...

DC Kishtwar reviews implementation of RDD schemes
Kishtwar, November 02: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana convened a meeting to review the functioning of Rural Development Department here today
He took a detailed review of the performance in implementation of MGNREGA, PMAY & SBM and other schemes of the department. Ex...

DLTFC Kishtwar approves 69 PMEGP cases
Kishtwar, November 02: District Level Task Force Committee (DLTFC) for Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) today cleared 69 loan proposals here at a meeting chaired by District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana.
After threadbare discussions, the loan proposals sub...

DDC attends velidictory function of Annual Sports Meet for jail inmates
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 01: Annual sports meet 2017 for inmates of District Jail Kishtwar concluded here today, in which various teams of Jail participated.
The Chief Guest of the concluding valedictory function was District Development Commissioner, Angrez Sin...

DC finalises Urs Shah Asrar-ud-Din Sahib arrangements
KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 01: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today convened a meeting of all the district and sectoral officers of line departments to review the necessary arrangements for smooth conduct of Urs of Shah Asrar-Ud-Din Sahib (RA) scheduled for November 10, 2017.
DC d...

Public Hearing for Environmental Clearance of HEP Kirthie-II
Kishtwar, October 31: J&K State Pollution Control Board conducted Public Hearing, under the chairmanship of Kishori Lal Sharma, Additional District Development Commissioner, for Environmental clearance of 930 (MW) Kirthai-II Hydro Electric Power Project to be constructed ...

Five Days ICT Based Training Programme organized by CUJ Concludes
KISHTWAR OCTOBER 30: The “Five Days ICT Based Training Programme”under Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya National Mission for Teachers and Teaching (PMMMNMT) organised by Central University Jammu at Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Kishtwar concluded with active participation of...

ECC for Karthai-I Hydro Project listens to local’s issues
Kishtwar, October 29: The Environmental Clearance Committee(ECC) for Karthai-I project led by District Development commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today visited the project site here in Gulabgarh Paddar area and listened to the issues of local people.
The committee members in...

Teacher suspended for disturbing exam
Kishtwar, Oct 27: Taking cognizance of the complaints against the Deputy Superintendent Fareed Ahmed, Master High School, Inshan for creating disturbance in the smooth conduct of class 12th examination at
centre no. 3065 H.S.S Marwah.
DDC Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana has directed CEO to place him under...

DC Kishtwar inaugurates one day media workshop “Vartalap”
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 25: Press Information Bureau, Government of India in collaboration with District Information centres Doda and Kishtwar organized a media workshop “Vartalap” at conference hall of new DC office, Kishtwar with an aim to act as a direct interface between PIB’s Regional, br...

Annual Sports Meet for Jail inmates at District Jail Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 25: Annual sports meet was today inaugurated for jail inmates at District Jail Kishtwar. The week-long event will have competition in games like volley ball, carom board, chess and ludo.
The event is being organized to give a boost to reformative and positive act...

DC inaugurates teachers training Program
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 24: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today inaugurated five day Zonal Education Officers and teachers training program at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Kishtwar.
The programme was organized by the Department of Education Studies, Central University of J...

DLSA to organize Lok Adalat on Nov 9
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 24: To mark the National Legal Service Day ,District Legal Services Authority Kishtwar is organizing a Lok Adalat in the district Court Complex Kishtwar on November 9th for amicable settlement of cases pertaining to the courts of Principal District Judge Kishtwar, Sub Judge/Chief Judici...

DDC Kishtwar reviews working of NFSA committees
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 18: District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana here today chaired a meeting of District and Tehsil Level Committees to review the updating process under NFSA in the backdrop of fresh guidelines.
The meeting was attended by ADC K.L Sharma, Chief Planning Officer Dr. Y...

DC Kishtwar visits Padder, listens to people’s issues
Calls for public cooperation in execution of projects
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER. 15: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today called upon public to cooperate with the departments in removing bottlenecks hampering developmental works. He also warned that law sha...

Diwali arrangements reviewed at Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 13: - District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of District Officers, members of Beopar Mandal and Santan Dharam Sabha to discuss arrangements for Diwali festival.
Threadbare discussion was held with regard to arrangements for smooth and en...

Kishtwar admin initiates action against absentee employees
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 13: District administration Kishtwar has initiated disciplinary action against 128 officials for unauthorized absence from duty.
Special teams constituted by Deputy Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana, conducted surprise inspection of Government offices during which...

Power shutdown in Thatri, Gandoh areas
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 10: The power supply to part of Thathri and Gandoh areas will remain shut down tomorrow from 9:00 to 05:00 PM for carrying out the stringing works of 400 KV double circuit Dulhasti-Kishenpur Transmission Line.
As per the communication, Superintending Engineer Electric MN&RE Circle ...

Agricultural Research Centre soon in Kishtwar: Sunil Sharma
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 06: Minister of State for Transport and Public Works, Sunil Sharma today visited Bhatan village of Tehsil Nagseni to be developed under Adarsh Gram Yojna and took review of the developmental work there. He also held a grivience redressal camp to take stock of the p...

Sunil Sharma lays foundation stone of Bridge at Bhandarkot
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 4: Minister of state for Transport (Independent Charge), Revenue, PWD, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Agriculture Production and Youth Services and Sports Sunil Sharma today laid foundation Stone of double lane Steel Truss Bridge (70-R) being build over river C...

Sunil Sharma lays foundation stone of Bridge at Bhandarkot
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 4: Minister of state for Transport (Independent Charge), Revenue, PWD, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Agriculture Production and Youth Services and Sports Sunil Sharma today laid foundation Stone of double lane Steel Truss Bridge (70-R) being build over river C...

DDC reviews progress of PDD, PHE departments
KISHTWAR, OCTOBER 04: District Development Commissioner Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting to review the functioning of PDD, PHE, Irrigation and Flood Control department.
CPO Yasir Balwan, XEN PHE Waheed Zargar, AEEs, AEs, Junior Engineers and other field staff of the department...

KVIB Kishtwar celebrates Gandhi Jayanti
Kishtwar, October 02:- Gandhi Jayanti was celebrated by Department of KVIB Kishtwar. The function was presided over by A R Giri Retired District Officer KVIB/ Secretary Senior Citizen Council for peace and civil rights.
A large number of artisans/ entrepreneurs/prominent citizen and staff members of K...

DDC Kishtwar reviews performance of RDD, Edu dept
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 28 : District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting to review the physical and financial progress of various developmental works taken up under Rural Development and Education sector schemes of state and central government.
...

DDC reviews progress of developmental works

Kishtwar, September 2017: District Development Commissioner Angrez singh Rana today convened a meeting to review progress on developmental works being implemented under PWD (R&B), PMGSY, JKPCC and Health sector.
​The meeting was attended by ADC KishtwarKishori Lal Sharma , ACR Kishtwar, M...

JKSPCB conducts public hearing for 800MW Bursar HEP
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 26: Jammu & Kashmir State Pollution Control Board(JKSPCB) today conducted another public hearing in connection with the Environmental Clearance of Bursar Hydro Electricity Project (HEP).
The 800 MW project is to be constructed by NHPC Ltd on river Marusudar at village ...

Arrangements for Ramnavmi, Dussehra discussed at Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 26: The arrangements for upcoming Ramnavmi and Dussehra festivals were discussed here today at a meeting of officers and representatives of religious organisations.
The meeting was chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishori Lal Sharma and attended ...

Private negotiation committee meeting held at Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 25: A meeting regarding approval of rates for various land acquisition cases of the district through Private Negotiation Committee (PNC) was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana, who is also the Chairman of District Private Negotiation Co...

Public hearing for Environmental Clearance of 800 MW Bursar Project held
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 25: ​J&K State Pollution Control Board conducted public Hearing under the chairmanship of Angrez Singh Rana, District Development Commissioner Kishtwar, for Environmental clearance of 800 MW Burasur Project to be constructed by NHPC ltd on river Marusud...

ECC for 800 MW Bursar HEP conducts Public Hearing at Marwah
Kishtwar, September 21: Environmental Clearance Committee for 800 MW Bursar Hydroelectric Project(HEP) Bursar today conducted Public Hearing here at village Changer, Marwah.
District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana chaired the public hearing attended...

'Swacchta Express' flagged off to spread cleanliness massage in Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 21: District Development Commissioner Angraz Singh Rana today Flagged off Swacchta Express from here from new DC office Complex to create mass awareness about cleanliness across this mountainous district.
The Swacchta Express has been launched as a p...

Distt Level Review Committee Meeting held at Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 19: The Quarterly District Level Review Committee and District Level RSETI Advisory Committee meeting for the quarter ending June 2017 was held today under the chairmanship District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana in DC office complex, here.
The meeting was...

Lal Singh, Sunil Sharma visit areas of Kishtwar Forest Division
20000 cft timber distributed among fire victims of Sukhnaie village
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 17: Minister for Forests, Ecology & Environment, Choudhary Lal Singh, along with Minister of State for Transport, Revenue, Rural Development Department and Panchayti Raj, Sunil Sharma, visite...

DC convenes introductory meeting with peace committee
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 14:- DDC Kishtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today convened Introductory meeting with the members of local ’Peace Committee’.
The committee comprises of members from civil society, Social workers, Bar Association, Political parties, Business and traders organisations.
The...

DDC Kishtwar reviews performance of Revenue dept
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 14: District Development Commissioner Kishrtwar, Angrez Singh Rana today chaired a meeting of revenue officials to review the performance of the department.
The meeting was attended by Tehsildars, Naib Tehsildars, Garidwars and Patwaries. The DC stressed on maintenance...

Bike Expedition 2017 reaches Kishtwar, leaves for Gulabgarh
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 12: The Bike Expedition 2017 today reached here after traversing through Basholi-Bani-Sarthal-Bhaderwah circuit.
The expedition comprising 84 Bikers was received by police Band and students of different school of Kishtwar in presence of District Development Comm...

DDC Kishtwar convenes Road safety meeting
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 11: A meeting regarding road safety management was held today under the chairmanship of DDC Angrez Singh Rana at DC office here.
Representatives from Department of Transport, Police, PWD, GREEF, Kishtwar Development Authority, RDD, NHAI, Traffic, Municipal Committee, Information,...

DDC convenes introductory meeting
KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 06: After assuming charge, District Development Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today convened introductory meeting with the Police, Army, all district and sectoral officers and other subordinate functionaries of Revenue here today.
During the meeting, the DDC stressed upon the officers ...

DC inspects offices, reviews functioning

KISHTWAR, SEPTEMBER 05: Deputy Commissioner, Angrez Singh Rana today visited various offices in the district and reviewed functioning of different departments.
While talking to the district officers, DDC impressed upon them to gear up their men and machinery and work towards betterment of the soci...

Annual Sheetala Mata Yatra arrangements discussed
KISHTWAR AUGUST 04: ​Additional Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Kishori Lal Sharma today held a meeting with the delegation of Sheetala Mata Sevak Sanstha Ligri Padder led by its Chairman Thakur Kartar Singh to discuss the arrangements regarding the annual Sheetala Mata Yatra .
The Chairman of ...

DIC Kishtwar organizes Cultural Programme
KISHTWAR, AUGUST 28: A scintillating colorful cultural programme was organized by District Information Centre today at Govt High School Poochal in which renowned local artist Nisar Ahmed Doolwal , Bhuran Ahmed Sheikh and Touseef Ahmed Doolwal presented songs in Urdu, Panjabi and Kashmari. Students of th...

DIC organizes Cultural Programme at District Jail Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 23: To reduce the stress in prison life of inmates and staff by providing entertainment through Music and singing, District Information Centre, today organized a scintillating cultural programme in the premises of district jail Kishtwar where renowned local singer N...

DC Kishtwar reviews Eid-ul-Azha arrangements

KISHTWAR, AUGUST 22: In view of the upcoming festival of Eid- ul- Azha, Deputy Commissioner, GN Balwan today convened a meeting of all the district and sectoral Officers to discuss and review the necessary arrangements required to be made for smooth and peaceful celebrations.
The meeting was a...

Div Com Jammu reviews progress of hydroelectric power projects in Kishtwar

JAMMU, AUGUST 21 – Divisional Commissioner, Jammu Dr. Mandeep Kumar Bhandari today reviewed the status of work on upcoming Hydroelectric power projects in Kishtwar district including Pakal Dul, Kiru and Kwar.
The meeting was attended by General Manager, Chenab V...

DC Kishtwar reviews Independence Day arrangements
KISHTWAR, AUGUST 10: Deputy Commissioner, Ghulam Nabi Balwan, today reviewed the arrangements assigned to different departments in previously held meeting in context with celebration of Independence Day 2017.
​ SSP Sandeep Wazir, ACR Mohd Sayeed, CPO Yasir Balwan, Tehsildar Kishtwar I...

DLTFC Kishtwar clears 11 loan cases under PMEGP

KISHTWAR, JULY 26: The District Level Task Force Committee today cleared 11 PMEGP cases here at a meeting chaired by District Development Commissioner Ghulam Nabi Balwan.
As per the details given by GM District Industries Centre Kishtwar, 11 cases of beneficiaries have been approved ...

GST awareness session held at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JULY 19: The district administration under the chairmanship of DDC Ghulam Nabi Balwan organized awareness cum interactive session on Goods and Services Tax, here today.
SSP Kishtwar Sandeep Wazir, CPO Yasir Balwan, ACD Garbhi Rashied Dar, Tehsildar Kishtwar Irshad Butt besides traders, co...

DC Kishtwar reviews Annual Machail Yatra arrangements

KISHTWAR, JULY 14: ​In wake of the upcoming annual Machail Yatra commencing from August 18, 2017 to the holy Shrine Mata Chandi Machail, a meeting to finalize the arrangement were convened by Deputy Commissioner, Ghulam Nabi Balwan today.
​SSP, Sandeep Wazir, ADC Kishori Lal Sharma, ...

Awareness programme by KVIB at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JULY 08: Jammu and Kashmir Khadi and Village Industries Board organized an awareness programme here today.
The programme was chaired by Board member Parveen Khan. The purpose of the awareness camp was to generate awareness among unemployed youth for generating self employment opportuniti...

Shiv Dham Yatra arrangements discussed

KISHTWAR JUNE 24: ​A delegation of Shiv Shakti Seva Sanstha Padder led by its Chairman Thakur Kartar Singh today met with Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kishori Lal Sharma to discuss various arrangements regarding the annual Shiv Dham yatra to Pallali Padder.
Thakur Kartar Singh apprised the ADC th...

DLTFC approves 47 cases under PMEGP at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 22: A meeting of District level task force committee (DLTFC) was convened under the chairmanship of District Development Commissioner Kishtwar for selecting the applicants seeking financial assistance for establishing their own ventures under "PMEGP".
J&K Khadi and Village In...

DDC reviews EID arrangements at Kishtwar

KISHTWAR, JUNE 20: District Development Commissioner, Ghulam Nabi Balwan, today convened a meeting of all the district officers to review arrangements for upcoming festival of Eid.
SSP Sandeep Wazir, CPO Yasir Balwan, ACR Mohd Sayeed, ACD Garbhi Rashied, representatives from Army, CRPF, district o...

Special Voter Enrolment drive to begin on July 1

KISHTWAR, JULY 19: A one month Special enrolment drive shall start in Kishtwar from July 1st to enroll the left out voters.
Speaking in a meeting held here today in this regard, District Development Commissioner, who is also District Election Officer, GN Balwan, conveyed that as per the d...

NFDC organized mass outreach programme in Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, JUNE 16: National Film Development Corporation, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India organized a mass outreach programme to highlight the various flagship schemes and programmes of government of India today at Parade ground Kishtwar.
Chief Education...

NFDC organized mass outreach programme in Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, JUNE 16: National Film Development Corporation, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India organized a mass outreach programme to highlight the various flagship schemes and programmes of government of India today at Parade ground Kishtwar.
Chief Education...

Horticulture deptt Kishtwar refutes news report

KISHTWAR, JUNE 15: Department of Horticulture Kishtwar has refuted the news report appearing in a section of press about the seizing of 40000 fruit plants of the department by a Vigilance Organisation team.
In a statement, the department has clarified that it has no connection with 40,000 f...

Annual Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra arrangements discussed

KISHTWAR JUNE 14: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Ghulam Nabi Balwan today convened a meeting to discuss the arrangement for smooth conduct of Sarthal Devi Ji yatra falling on 1st and 2nd of July 2017.
Senior Superintendent of Police, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, CP...

Arrangements for annual Kishtwar Urs discussed

KISHTWAR, JUNE 14: District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Ghulam Nabi Balwan today convened a meeting of district officers and members of Auqaf Islamia to discuss the arrangements for annual Urs Mubarak of Shah Farid-ud-Din Baghdadi on June 20, 2017.
Threadbare discussions were held o...

KISHTWAR, JUNE 13: The Quarterly District Level Review Committee and District Level RSETI Advisory Committee meeting for the quarter ending March 2017 was held for District Kishtwar today under the chairmanship of District Development Commissioner Kishtwar Ghulam Nabi Balwan.
The meeting was attended by Yasir Balwan Chief Planning officer, As...

KISHTWAR, JUNE 13: MLA Inderwal Ghulam Mohammad Saroori today distributed three motorized Tricycle among the PHC beneficiaries at an awareness programme organized by Social Welfare department here today.
​On the occasion District Social welfare Officer Phulail Singh described in detail several social security and welfare schemes of the departme...

KISHTWAR, JUNE 08: Minister of state for Transport, Public works (R&B), Revenue, RDD and Panchayati Raj, Agricultural Production and YSS Sunil Kumar Sharma today said that the state and central governments are working with a motive to create employment avenues through developmental initiatives.
The Minister was addressing a huge rally at ...