• 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.

Control Room Established in Sopore to Handle Emergencies

Published on May 7, 2025

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Sopore, May 7, 2025: The Office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Sopore, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, has issued an order establishing a dedicated control room to ensure effective coordination and prompt response during any disaster or emergency situation.

According to the order dated May 6, 2025, the control room will operate 24×7 during periods of emergency, providing real-time monitoring and reporting of the situation.

The order also provides contact numbers for the general public to call in case of any eventuality:

  1. Irfan Nabi: 9858326600
  2. Mukesh Kumar: 9596810295
  3. Mohd Amin: 7889669352

The order, No: ADC/Spr/Rdr/2025/655, has been issued by S. A. Raina JKAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Sopore. Copies of the order have been sent to the Deputy Commissioner Baramulla and concerned officials for information and necessary action.

This initiative aims to streamline emergency response efforts and ensure timely assistance to the public in Sopore during critical situations.

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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.