• Bill Seeking Ban on Alcohol in J&K to be Introduced in Assembly
  • PDP MLA from Kupwara, Fayaz Ahmad Mir, has submitted a Private Member’s Bill seeking a complete ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir.
  • The bill, set to be introduced in the upcoming budget session of the J&K Assembly, proposes prohibition on the advertisement, sale, purchase, consumption, and manufacture of alcoholic beverages in the Union Territory.
  • Mir warned that the rising alcohol consumption poses a serious threat to society, stressing the need for strict legislation to curb the trend. The bill also proposes harsh penalties, including imprisonment and fines, for violations.

All Government, Private Schools in Select North Kashmir & Airport Zones to Remain Closed on May 9 & 10

Published on May 8, 2025

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Baramulla, May 8 (RNA):
As a precautionary measure in view of the prevailing security situation, all Government and Private schools in the districts of Baramulla, Kupwara, Sub-Division Gurez, and schools located near Srinagar and Awantipora airportswill remain closed on May 9 and 10, 2025, according to an official order issued by the Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK).

The order, issued late evening, applies uniformly to educational institutions across these regions, citing safety concerns and the need to minimize civilian movement near sensitive installations. Authorities have termed the move as purely preventive and urged students, staff, and parents to cooperate.

Earlier this week, cross-border tensions and the recent targeted attack in Pahalgam had already led to heightened alertness across the Kashmir Valley.

The DSEK has advised schools to ensure that students are kept informed through official communication channels and has appealed to parents to avoid sending children to schools during this period.

RNA will continue to monitor the situation and provide timely updates.

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  • Bill Seeking Ban on Alcohol in J&K to be Introduced in Assembly
  • PDP MLA from Kupwara, Fayaz Ahmad Mir, has submitted a Private Member’s Bill seeking a complete ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir.
  • The bill, set to be introduced in the upcoming budget session of the J&K Assembly, proposes prohibition on the advertisement, sale, purchase, consumption, and manufacture of alcoholic beverages in the Union Territory.
  • Mir warned that the rising alcohol consumption poses a serious threat to society, stressing the need for strict legislation to curb the trend. The bill also proposes harsh penalties, including imprisonment and fines, for violations.