• 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.

DC Poonch visits areas affected by ceasefire violation, directs damage assessment

Published on May 11, 2025

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POONCH, MAY 11:Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal, today visited several areas of the town affected by the recent cross border shelling. He was accompanied by senior officers of the district administration.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected Mohalla Qazi Mohra, Mohalla Dungus, Mohalla Sarain, District Police Lines, District Court Complex, Jamia Zia Ul Uloom, Mohalla Geeta Bhawan, Mohalla Kamsar, Mohalla Radio Station, Gurudwara Singh Sabha and Mohalla Kama Khan all of which suffered damage due to cross border shelling.

The Deputy Commissioner interacted with local residents and took stock of the ground situation. He directed the concerned authorities to conduct a detailed assessment of property damage and submit comprehensive reports promptly.

The administration assured the affected residents and institutions of all necessary support. Officials were also instructed to ensure timely relief and rehabilitation in coordination with local agencies.

The Deputy Commissioner is expected to visit the remaining areas affected by the cross border shelling shortly to assess the situation firsthand.

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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.