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GANDERBAL, APRIL 23: In a powerful expression of solidarity and condemnation, residents of Ganderbal gathered Wednesday evening for a peaceful candlelight protest against the recent terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam.

People from various walks of life including civil society members, traders and youth came together in Sonamarg, Kangan and Clock Tower Duderhama, holding candles and placards to denounce the cowardly act of violence that claimed innocent lives and injured several others. 

The protestors called for peace, unity, and strict action against those responsible for destabilizing the harmony in the valley.

They expressed grief over the loss of life and emphasized the importance of safeguarding the Valley’s long-standing tradition of hospitality and brotherhood.

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GANDERBAL, MARCH 14: Chief Justice High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and Patron-in-Chief, J&K Legal Services Authority, Tashi Rabstan, today visited the District Court Complex, Ganderbal to take stock of measures concerning court management and infrastructure.

Present on the occasion were Abdul Nasir, Principal District & Session Judge (Chairman District Legal Services Authority) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, Deputy Commissioner, Ganderbal, Judicial Officers from the District Headquarter Ganderbal, Ragav S, Senior Superintendent of Police, Ganderbal, Public Prosecutors and District Bar Association, Ganderbal.

During the visit, the Chief Justice was accompanied by Mohinder Kumar Sharma, Principal Secretary to the Chief Justice and Jahangir Ahmad Bakshi, Joint Registrar (Judicial) Srinagar.

A ceremonial guard of honour was accorded to the Chief Justice by the District Police Ganderbal.

The Chief Justice inaugurated the office of Legal Aid Defense Counsel at the District Court Ganderbal, marking a significant milestone in enhancing access to justice for the people of Ganderbal. The initiative was a part of the Legal Aid Defense Counsel (LADC) system, adopted by the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) to provide free and competent legal aid especially in criminal matters.

During his visit, the Chief Justice inspected the court complex, reviewed the functioning of e-Sewa Kendra, Judicial infrastructure of various courts and also took stock of court functioning.

The Chief Justice directed all the judicial officers to work hard for the cause of justice and dispose of the old and targeted cases especially which are more than 10 years old on priority, up keeping the faith of general public in court’s functioning. He also emphasized that the facility of e-Seva Kendra be made fully functional and its benefits must reach to the litigants of Ganderbal for filling of their cases through e-mode.

The Chief Justice also held interactive meetings with the judicial officers and Bar members, where the paucity of space for judicial infrastructure and chambers for advocates was raised.

In response, Deputy Commissioner apprised the Chief Justice that 45 kanal of land has already been identified for construction of new Court complex, Ganderbal for which DPR has been prepared and submitted to the higher authorities.

The Chief Justice also directed the Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal to construct prefabricated structures, including necessary furniture on a priority basis for lawyer’s chambers.

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GANDERBAL, MARCH 3: The District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) of Ganderbal, under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore approved 54 cases under various Mission Youth schemes.

The approved cases include 27 under the Mumkin scheme, 19 under Tejaswini, and 8 under the Spurring Entrepreneurship Initiative (SEI).

These initiatives aim to empower the youth of the district by providing financial and infrastructural support for self-employment and entrepreneurship.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Planning Officer, General Manager of the District Industries Centre, Lead District Manager, Assistant Director of Employment, Assistant Regional Transport Officer, District Nodal Officer JKEDI, District Officer KVIB, and other concerned officials.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the government’s commitment to youth empowerment and encouraged eligible candidates to take advantage of these schemes. He reiterated that the administration is focused on creating sustainable livelihood opportunities and fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem in the district.

The Mission Youth schemes have been instrumental in uplifting young entrepreneurs, particularly women and unemployed youth, by providing necessary financial assistance, skill training, and mentorship.

The beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to the administration for their support and pledged to make the most of the opportunities provided to them.

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GANDERBAL, MARCH 01: Justice Javed Iqbal Wani, Judge High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and Administrative Judge for District Ganderbal, visited the District Court Complex Ganderbal today to assess the judicial infrastructure and review the functioning of the courts. 

Upon arrival, Justice Wani was warmly welcomed by Abdul Nasir, Principal District & Session Judge Ganderbal; Jatin Kishore, Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal and Judicial Officers of District Headquarter Ganderbal.

Upon his arrival, Justice Wani was accorded a guard of honor by the District Police Ganderbal.

During the visit, Justice Wani chaired a meeting with the District Bar Association Ganderbal. The meeting was attended by Principal District and Sessions Judge Ganderbal, Abdul Nasir, and Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore. The Bar Association representatives highlighted various issues affecting their work, particularly the lack of adequate space.

They requested the construction of prefabricated structures within the court premises for advocates, along with the provision of an ATM facility. 

On this, Justice Wani directed the Deputy Commissioner for preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the prefabricated structures, including necessary furniture, on a priority basis.

He emphasized that addressing these infrastructural challenges is crucial for the smooth functioning of the judiciary and the convenience of both advocates and litigants. 

He also inspected the judicial work of all courts at the District Headquarter in Ganderbal. He interacted with judicial officers, encouraging them to perform their duties independently, impartially, and without fear or favour and prioritizing old & targeted cases which are more than five years old for their disposal.

Justice Wani urged judicial officers to work with dedication, honesty, and zeal to uphold the rule of law. He emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards of judicial administration and ensuring timely delivery of justice to the litigants.

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Reviews Fisheries sector at Kangan, inspects functioning of Trout Fish Farm Mammer

GANDERBAL,  FEBRUARY 23: Minister for Agriculture Production Department and Rural Development Department, Javed Ahmad Dar, today underlined the need to tap vast employment potential in the fisheries sector in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Minister stated this during his visit to the Trout Fish Farm Mammer, conducted to review its functioning and assess developments in the fisheries sector.

The Minister was accompanied by MLA Kangan, Mian Mehar Ali besides others.


The Minister highlighted the huge potential of employment and economic  generation in the Fisheries sector and urged the youth to take fish farming as sustainable economic activity.

Emphasizing the need for technical awareness among the private fish farmers, the Minister directed the officials to conduct frequent field visits and educate the farmers on modern fish culture practices. He also encouraged the youth to engage in fish farming, highlighting its potential as a viable employment avenue under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).

Earlier, the Minister visited Khyber Aquaculture at Akhal, Kangan, where he reviewed the infrastructure developed by the private company for raising Rainbow Trout using the advanced Recirculatory Aquaculture System (RAS).

 The Minister toured the facility, appreciating its eco-friendly practices and state-of-the-art machinery aimed at sustainable trout farming.


Commending the efforts of private entrepreneurs, the Minister emphasized the crucial role of the private sector in boosting the economy of the Union Territory. He remarked that initiatives like Khyber Aquaculture will not only strengthen the regional economy but also create employment opportunities while promoting environmentally conscious aquaculture techniques.

During the visit, Director Fisheries, Abdul Majid Tak, Assistant Director Fisheries Ganderbal and other officials from the Fisheries Department briefed the Minister on the farm’s operations.

It was highlighted that the Trout Fish Farm Mammer recorded a production of 7 tons of trout fish and 1.5 lakh seed production during 2024-25. The expected seed production for the current year has been projected to reach 2 lakh.

The Minister was also informed about the private sector contributions, with trout fish production reaching 50 tons and carp production at 20 tons in district Ganderbal from 140 trout and carp ponds which are operational in the private sector within the district.

Additionally, it was informed that 200 angling permits have been issued this year, further promoting the recreational fishing.

The Director Fisheries informed that live feed seed from the farm is being supplied to other districts in Kashmir division, including the Union Territory of Ladakh.

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GANDERBAL, FEBRUARY 11: Govt Unani Medical College Ganderbal celebrated World Unani Day with great enthusiasm, highlighting the importance of Unani medicine in integrating ancient healing practices with modern healthcare.

The event brought together esteemed dignitaries, faculty members, students, and healthcare professionals to acknowledge the contributions of Unani medicine in holistic wellness and preventive care.

World Unani Day is celebrated on February 11 every year to honour the birth anniversary of Hakim Ajmal Khan, a renowned Unani practitioner, scholar, and visionary.

Recognized as the pioneer of Unani medicine in India, Hakim Ajmal Khan played a vital role in the revival and development of this traditional system of medicine.

This day serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about the benefits of Unani medicine and its relevance in contemporary healthcare

Prof. (Dr.) Iffat Hassan Principal Government Medical College, Srinagar who also holds the charge of Unani Medical College Ganderbal, attended the celebration as Chief Guest.

Speaking on the occasion she emphasized the relevance of Unani medicine in contemporary healthcare and reiterated that GUMC Ganderbal is committed to advancing research and education in this field, ensuring that traditional wisdom is effectively integrated with scientific advancements.

The celebration featured a series of insightful discussions, interactive sessions, and presentations by experts in the field of Unani medicine.

Faculty members and students showcased their ongoing research and innovations, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based approaches in traditional medicine. The event also included awareness programs aimed at educating the public on the benefits of Unani medicine and its role in holistic healthcare.

The function was attended by Mohammad Ashraf Hakak, Administrator Associated Hospitals, Dr. Nadia, Accounts Officer, Dr. Shabir Gafari, Deputy Medical Superintendent, Mohammad Abdullah Wagay, Administrative Officer, and faculty members, resident medical officers, students, and paramedical staff.

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GANDERBAL, JANUARY 5: Secretary Rural Development Department (RDD) & Panchayati Raj, Aijaz Asad, today visited the construction site of Yatri Niwas at Mata Kheer Bhawani Temple at Tulmalla Ganderbal inspecting the progress on the project.

The Secretary was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Shyambir, Executive Engineer REW, Hamid Iqbal, ACD, Dr. Bashir Ahmad, AEE REW, Ilyaz Mirza, BDO, Gowhar Arzoo and other officials of the department.

The Secretary, while seeking all the details about the project, was informed that the upcoming Yatri Niwas will be a G+2 framed structure which will solve the issue of space requirements for the yatris during Mela Kheerbhawani to a great extent. The  building will accommodate about 900 to 1000 yatris at a time and is being constructed at an allotted cost of Rs 2.80 crore.

Aijaz Asad exhorted upon the Executive Engineer to redouble efforts for ensuring timely completion of the project. He also directed him to bring any issues with regard to clearances, if any, required from the trust with Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, so that the project can be completed at an earliest.

The Secretary asked the officials to maintain strict adherence to timelines to avoid any further delays. He stressed the importance of completing the project within the approved timeframe to provide improved facilities for the pilgrims.

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