• 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.
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DC Kishtwar Holds Public Outreach Camp at Palmar, Promises Swift Action on Civic Issues

Published on May 14, 2025

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KISHTWAR, May 14 (RNA):
In a bid to strengthen grassroots governance and address public concerns, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar, Rajesh Kumar Shavan, today held a public outreach camp at Block Palmar, engaging directly with the locals to evaluate development needs and service gaps.

A large gathering of residents, civil society members, and public representatives actively participated in the session, raising a wide range of critical civic and infrastructural issues.

Key Demands Highlighted by Locals

During the interaction, residents highlighted pressing needs including:

  • Fire and Emergency services in the block

  • Construction of a boundary wall at the local GHSS

  • Adequate teaching staff in educational institutions

  • Development of key roads: Bhandarkoot to Ikhala, Lower Palmar to Upper Palmar

  • Pending land compensation

  • Technical sanctioning of the Hatna-Palmar Road

The DC assured that the land compensation and road sanctioning matters would be escalated to higher authorities for expedited resolution.

Focus on Schemes and Youth Engagement

The DC highlighted several government schemes under implementation, such as:

  • Mission Yuva

  • Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP)

  • PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana

  • Tejasvini and Mumkin Schemes

He encouraged youth to actively participate in these employment and empowerment-driven initiatives, emphasizing 100% saturation of centrally sponsored schemes in the region.

Ambulance, Handicrafts, and Beti Bachao Initiatives

Addressing a demand for ambulance service, the DC assured that the issue would be dealt with on a priority basis.

The Assistant Director Handicrafts announced the soon-to-be-established Elementary Training Course Centre under the Handicrafts Department in Block Palmar, aiming to boost skill development.

As part of the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative, the DC also distributed school bags among orphaned and underprivileged girl students.

Officials Present

The outreach program was also attended by SSP Naresh Singh, AD FCS&CA Shafqat Ali Keen, DSWO Zubair Ahmed, AD Handicrafts Pardeep Shan, and other senior officers.

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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.