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JAMMU, NOVEMBER 15: Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma and Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani today lead the 3rd Jammu Midnight Marathon at M.A Stadium here to boost Fitness Movement across J&K.

The 3rd edition of Jammu Midnight Marathon, organised by J&K Sports Council in collaboration with Real Time Sports, was successfully held last night and early this morning at MA Stadium here.

Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma and Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani were also present on the occasion.

In his address, Minister Satish Sharma said, “Our priority is to create an ecosystem where athletes have access to quality training, world-class facilities, and regular competitive exposure”.

He added that events like Midnight Marathon strengthen community participation and inspire people, especially youth to adopt fitness as a daily habit. “A healthy J&K is our commitment, and we will continue expanding initiatives that benefit athletes and society at large,” he stated.

Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, praised the event, stating, “The enthusiasm witnessed today reflects the evolving sports culture in J&K. Under the dynamic leadership of our CM, We are enhancing infrastructure, supporting athletes at every level, and encouraging citizens to embrace physical activity. Events like these unite communities and motivate youth toward disciplined, active living”.

Pertinently, the marathon witnessed an impressive turnout, with more than 600 runners from diverse age groups, turning the event into a vibrant celebration of fitness, determination, and community spirit.

Participants competed across two phases as the night-time run transformed the stadium and adjoining tracks into an energetic arena of lights, cheers, and athletic enthusiasm. The event reaffirmed J&K’s growing commitment to health, fitness, and active lifestyles.

Secretary, J&K Sports Council along with senior officers of JKSC also witnessed the marathon, reiterating ongoing initiatives to upgrade infrastructure, strengthen coaching systems, and widen opportunities for athletes across J&K.

At the closing ceremony, winners of both phases of the marathon were felicitated for their commitment and competitive spirit. The recognition added further energy to the event, inspiring many first-time runners to pursue sports and fitness more seriously.

The organisers noted that the Midnight Marathon aims to promote health, foster active lifestyles, and unite sports lovers from across the region. The overwhelming participation once again highlighted J&K’s rising enthusiasm for fitness-driven community engagement.

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Calls for acceleration in execution of works

JAMMU, NOVEMBER 15: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, ARI and Trainings, Satish Sharma today conducted an extensive visit to various project sites in Khour to inspect the pace of ongoing developmental works.

During the visit the Minister reviewed and inaugurated the 2.00 km road construction project from Datyal to Gujrail in Block Khour.

 Interacting with engineers and field staff on-site, he directed them to strictly adhere to quality parameters and ensure that the work is completed within the stipulated timeline to improve rural connectivity.

The Minister also inspected key link road projects including Construction of link road connecting Tibbi Mohalla from Akhnoor–Pallanwala Road, Construction of link road with pacca drain from Sita Ram Temple in Panchayat Mattoo.

At both locations, Minister Sharma assessed the progress made so far, examined the foundation and drainage work, and instructed the executing agencies to remove bottlenecks immediately. He emphasized that these link roads will significantly ease local mobility and must be delivered with high workmanship standards.

 The Minister also inaugurated  the project for macadamization of the link road from Badhan to Gair and allied links of Panchayat Manchak. He noted the importance of the road for daily commuters and urged the engineering teams to accelerate the execution, ensuring that weather conditions do not slow the pace of work.

Minister also inspected the ongoing works being undertaken by Youth Service and Sports department.  He visited Govt High School Datyal Zone Khour where Volleyball court is being constructed

Interacting with locals  during his visit,  Satish Sharma said that the Government is committed to rapid, transparent, and quality-driven development, especially in rural belts where improved connectivity directly impacts livelihoods. He directed officials to maintain regular field monitoring, ensure proper utilization of funds, and keep local representatives informed about the progress of each project.

The Minister reaffirmed that his departments will continue to prioritize development that strengthens infrastructure and enhances public convenience. He also assured residents that delays will not be tolerated, and any lapse in execution will invite accountability.


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JAMMU, NOVEMBER 15: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting to review departmental preparedness for the upcoming Youth Engagement & Empowerment Programme, a UT-wide initiative aimed at fostering meaningful participation of young people in cultural, educational, entrepreneurial, and community-oriented activities across all districts of Jammu & Kashmir.

The meeting was attended by several senior Administrative Heads, including the Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Principal Secretary, Culture; Commissioner Secretaries of Information, Youth Services & Sports, Industries & Commerce, Floriculture, and Rural Development Departments; Divisional Commissioners of Jammu and Kashmir; Secretary, IT; Secretary, Skill Development Department; Director General, Economics & Statistics; Director General, YS&S; DDG, NIC; Director Colleges; and other senior officers. Deputy Commissioners of all districts participated through video conferencing.

During the meeting, the Chief Secretary sought detailed inputs from each department on their proposed activity calendars and strategies for the mega youth engagement campaign. He directed all departments to upload their comprehensive action plans on the dedicated portal created for the programme, along with details of nodal officers and date-wise reports of activities to be conducted.

Highlighting the vast potential for cultural enrichment, the Chief Secretary urged the Culture Department to design a vibrant and inclusive programme on the lines of initiatives by the Youth Services & Sports Department. He advised launching extensive cultural engagement activities in coordination with educational institutions across the UT, including poetry recitations, painting competitions, quizzes, skits, essay writing contests, and debates in schools and colleges.

The Chief Secretary also took this occasion to highlight the role of departments like Information, YS&S, School Education, Higher Education, Skill Development and that of the Agriculture and Industries departments for making this Youth Engagement programme a huge success here.

He emphasised that the programme should also serve as an opportunity to raise awareness among youth about various government employment schemes, livelihood opportunities, and welfare programmes across all towns and villages of J&K.

The Chief Secretary directed that the youth engagement portal be integrated with the Government of India’s MyGov platform to enhance visibility, access, and public engagement. He instructed all departments to finalize and submit their activity plans within 15 days, ensuring that the proposed calendar is comprehensive, inclusive, and aligned with the overall objectives of the programme to engage youth productively from start to end of this programme.

Addressing the Deputy Commissioners, the Chief Secretary stressed the need for strong oversight and effective coordination at the district level to ensure timely execution of all action points and to secure maximum participation of youth across the UT.

He further called for making the portal more dynamic by assigning department-wise and district-wise tabs up to the panchayat level, complete with high-quality geotagged images and videos documenting all activities for the interest and viewing of all.

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BHADERWAH, NOVEMBER 14: The Social Welfare Department, Tehsil Office Bhaderwah in collaboration with Child Line, organised a comprehensive awareness programme for students under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) here today.

 The event, coinciding with Children’s Day, was held at Saraswati Memorial High School. The initiative aimed to educate young students about the growing threat of substance abuse and promote a healthier, safer community.

The programme witnessed active participation from students, faculty members, staff of the TSWO office and representatives from Child Line Bhaderwah.

Resource persons delivered informative talks highlighting the harmful physical, psychological and social effects of drug addiction. They also discussed preventive measures, early signs of substance abuse and the importance of seeking timely support.

Speakers emphasised that combating drug abuse is a collective responsibility, urging students, teachers, parents and community members to work together to build a drug-free society. They encouraged students to become ambassadors of awareness and spread the message within their families and neighbourhood.

The event concluded with a solemn pledge with the participants reaffirming commitment to support the mission of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Awareness materials were also distributed, and students were motivated to lead a disciplined, positive and addiction-free lifestyle.

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KATHUA, NOVEMBER 14: Government Degree College Ramkote recently organized an Internship Certificate distribution ceremony to recognize the outstanding performance of its students of Semester-V who successfully completed their Summer Internship Programme in Major Education, Political Science and Sociology.

The event started with welcoming the Zonal Medical Officer, Dr.Raj Kumar under whose supervision the entire internship was conducted.

The 15 day internship programme was conducted in the month of July - August 2025 at Ayushman Arogya Mandir, providing students hands-on training in handling basic medical equipment, first aid, checking blood pressure and blood group. The internship aimed to develop skills in students that can prepare them for employment and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges. The ceremony acknowledged the students' hard work and dedication and provided them with certificates and recognition for their efforts.

Faculty present at the event included Prof, Pankaj Nandan IQAC Convener, Prof Suresh Chander Convener Cultural Committee, Prof Anu Sharma, NSS PO, Prof Vasundra Raje, HoD Sociology, Sushil Singh,  Krishan Singh and Ankush Kundral.

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Jammu, November 14: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has achieved a major win in the Jammu and Kashmir by-elections. Devyani Rana, contesting for the first time, successfully won the Nagrota Assembly seat. The counting of votes, which concluded on Friday, November 14, confirmed her decisive victory by a significant margin of 24,647 votes.

Ms. Rana, who is the daughter of the late Devender Singh Rana, secured a total of 42,350 votes, retaining the seat that was previously held by her father. The by-election was called after the unexpected death of Mr. Rana, making this victory a continuation of his family's political legacy.

Devyani Rana, an Economics graduate, faced tough competition. Her closest challenger was Harsh Dev Singh, the veteran leader from the Jammu and Kashmir National Panthers Party (JKNPP), who received 17,703 votes. Shamim Begum of the ruling National Conference (NC) finished a distant third with 10,834 votes.

After the result was declared, Ms. Rana expressed her gratitude to the people and the party, saying, “I would like to thank every leader and worker of the BJP... In 2024, Nagrota had given the blessing to Rana sahib [her father], and today, too, the people of Nagrota have blessed me.”

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SAMBA, NOVEMBER 14: The District Administration Samba today organised the Culmination Event of Phase–I of the 150th anniversary celebration of National Song “Vande Mataram” here in the Conference Hall, District Administrative Complex, Nandani Hills.

The event was graced by Deputy Commissioner, Ayushi Sudan along with Additional District Development Commissioner, Champa Devi Thakur.

The programme commenced with the screening of a short documentary, highlighting the 150-year journey of Vande Mataram, its historical significance and its role in India’s freedom movement. A video presentation followed, showcasing the week-long activities organised in the district as part of the celebrations.

Mass singing of Vande Mataram, cultural presentation on patriotic themes by artists from the Saraswati group and a Nukkad Natak by local artists, depicting the evolution and importance of Vande Mataram during the freedom struggle enthralled the audience.

The Deputy Commissioner appreciated the active participation of students, officials and cultural groups in the series of events organised as part of the celebration.

  Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Ajay Bharti; GM DIC, Gurpreet Singh, district officers and heads of departments were also present.

Later, the Chief Guest felicitated the students who performed exceptionally in the week-long activities.

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DODA, NOVEMBER 14: Mohammad Hadi, a talented Taekwondo athlete from Shield Taekwondo Academy, District Doda, has brought laurels to Jammu and Kashmir by clinching the Silver Medal at the 69th National School Games 2025 Taekwondo Championship, held from 9th to 13th November 2025 at Indoor Hall, Bhagwati Nagar Jammu.

The prestigious championship was organized by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, J&K, under the aegis of the School Games Federation of India (SGFI).

Representing the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Mohammad Hadi exhibited remarkable skill, resilience and sportsmanship throughout the event

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SAMBA, NOVEMBER 14: In a significant administrative outreach, Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan conducted an intensive public engagement programme at the revered Shiv Mandir in Purmandal today, marking a decisive step toward addressing long-standing developmental challenges and preserving the region’s rich cultural heritage.

The programme witnessed overwhelming participation from local residents, community representatives and DDC Members who presented their concerns regarding basic amenities, infrastructure deficiencies and the urgent need for heritage conservation.

Demonstrating responsive governance, the Deputy Commissioner gave a patient hearing to all stakeholders and assured swift, coordinated action through PHE, PWD, PDD, RDD and other line agencies.

        Underlining the administration’s commitment to holistic development, Ms. Sudan issued comprehensive directives to restore road connectivity on priority, ensure uninterrupted power supply particularly around the temple complex and residential areas and strengthen sanitation measures to bolster the region’s spiritual tourism potential.

Recognizing Purmandal’s significance as a pilgrimage destination, she instructed departments to install protective sheds near the Mandir for pilgrim convenience and expedite borewell facilities to guarantee adequate drinking water availability. 

To preserve the religious and cultural legacy, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the restoration of historical ghats, ancient temples, and heritage structures, asserting that safeguarding Purmandal’s historical identity constitutes a collective responsibility that demands immediate institutional attention. 

Concluding the outreach with a resolute commitment to developmental acceleration, Ms. Sudan assured residents and public representatives that their concerns have been comprehensively documented and immediate follow-up action has been mandated across all concerned departments, reinforcing the administration’s dedication to improving public services and infrastructure in this culturally significant region.

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Mass Community Feast Marks End of Week-Long Festivities at Chowk Chabutra

JAMMU, November 13, 2025: The annual Bhairo Baba Bhandhara, a large-scale community feast, concluded today at the ancient Prachin Shri Bhairav Mandir located in Chowk Chabutra, Uppar Bazar, Jammu. The event marked the culmination of week-long religious celebrations for Shri Kaal Bhairav Ashtami.

Thousands of devotees from across Jammu and Kashmir participated in the Bhandhara (mass meal) to receive the blessings of Lord Kaal Bhairav, a fierce yet kind form of Lord Shiva. The event, overseen by the temple trust, is one of the largest annual community feasts in the region, reflecting deep spiritual devotion and community unity.

Spiritual and Social Significance

The Prachin Shri Bhairav Mandir at Chowk Chabutra is considered highly sacred, as the deity manifested there in the form of a natural pindi (a rock idol). Lord Kaal Bhairav is especially important as the Kul Devta (family deity) for approximately 52 different communities (Biradaris) in the region.

The Bhandhara is not just a religious offering; it acts as a major social gathering. For the entire day, the area, including Uppar Bazar and Dhounthly Bazar, was decorated with bright lights, flowers, and colourful buntings. 

Volunteers from the local business and trader communities played a major role, setting up various stalls. Besides the main meal, special arrangements were made for children, with dedicated stalls offering chocolates, juices and different eatables, reinforcing the festive atmosphere.

A temple official, speaking to the media, highlighted the event's core message: “Kaal Bhairav is believed to protect us from all troubles. The Bhandhara, which brings together people from all walks of life, showcases the spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family).”

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KATHUA, NOVEMBER 13: A meeting to review the progress and implementation of works under the District Capex Budget for the financial year 2025-26 was today convened under the chairmanship of District Development Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma at the DC Office Complex.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Surinder Mohan Sharma, Chief Planning Officer, Ranjeet Thakur, Assistant Commissioner Development, Akhil Sadotra, Chief Education Officer, Executive Engineers of PWD Kathua, JPDCL and Ground Water, District Youth Services and Sports Officer, Block Development Officers, sectoral officers and other concerned officials.

Executive Engineers of PWD Basohli, Hiranagar, Billawar and BDOs also joined the meeting virtually.

During the meeting, the DDC reviewed sector-wise and department-wise physical and financial progress of works taken up under different components of the District Capex Budget including Regular Schemes, Seema Samridhi Yojna, Area Development Funds, PRI Grants and other ongoing projects.

The DDC emphasized the need for expeditious completion of all ongoing developmental works to ensure timely creation of durable public assets. He directed all departments to adhere to approved timelines and maintain transparency and quality standards during execution.

While reviewing the progress, the DDC directed officers to prioritize people-centric projects, particularly those related to rural infrastructure, water supply, education, health and road connectivity. He called for effective coordination among departments to remove bottlenecks and ensure smooth implementation of projects.

The meeting also discussed fund utilization, tendering processes and submission of utilization certificates.

The DDC instructed officers to ensure that all allocated funds are fully utilized within the stipulated time frame.

He further directed that all departments complete both physical and financial targets by December 31, 2025, noting that a 75 percent expenditure cut-off will be imposed thereafter.

The DDC asked departments to give special focus to Billawar and Bani areas in view of the approaching winter season which may hamper developmental activities in those regions.

The DDC underlined the importance of timely and quality execution of developmental projects to strengthen grassroots governance and improve public service delivery, urging officers to work with dedication, efficiency and accountability.

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JAMMU, NOVEMBER 13: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to review and resolve various issues pertaining to Prime Minister’s Package Employees serving in the Kashmir Division.

The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary, Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRR&R); Commissioner Secretary, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs; Commissioner Secretary, General Administration Department; Secretary, School Education; Relief Commissioner (Migrants); Chief Engineers of R&B; Representatives from other departments and senior officers of DMRR&R.

During the meeting, the Chief Secretary took a comprehensive review of several key matters, including allotment criteria and infrastructure facilities at the transit accommodations provided to PM Package Employees across various locations in Kashmir.

Discussions were held on revision of criteria for allotment of government flats, and municipal issues such as sewerage management, drainage, and garbage disposal in these residential colonies. The Housing & Urban Development Department (H&UDD) was directed to make necessary budgetary provisions for operation and maintenance (O&M) of these accommodations and associated civic services.

The Chief Secretary also reviewed the provision of lifts and Sewerage Treatment Plants (STPs) at various transit accommodation sites, along with the repair and renovation works proposed by the respective Chief Engineers. It was informed that Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) amounting to Rs6.80 Cr have been prepared for the required works.

Emphasizing the importance of career progression for PM Package Employees, the Chief Secretary directed departments to strictly adhere to the Administrative Council decision of 2022, which lays down detailed guidelines for promotions and career advancement of these employees in different departments. He instructed that department-wise compliance be ensured and pendencies identified for prompt resolution.

The Chief Secretary also reviewed the status of Departmental Promotion Committees (DPCs) held for PM Package Employees, underscoring the need for timely action and adherence to existing government orders. The Principal Secretary, DMRR&R, was asked to closely monitor the progress and ensure effective implementation across departments.

Further, the meeting also discussed the status of cases under the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS) in respect of deceased employees, with directions for early settlement of all pending matters.

The Chief Secretary reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to ensuring the welfare and service-related rights of PM Package Employees, emphasizing coordinated efforts among departments to ensure their rehabilitation and well-being as envisaged under this programme.

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