Dr. Jitendra leads in Kathua Parliamentary constituency.
Dr. Jitendra leads in #Kathua Parliamentary constituency.
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Dr. Jitendra and Jugal leads in JK
#BREAKING: Dr. Jitendra Singh leads with 7821 votes, Jugal Kishore with 14530.
Independent candidate from Baramulla Abdul Rashid Sheikh leads with 13530 votes.
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Three-tier security deployed for counting of votes in Jammu, Kathua
#KATHUA: In Jammu and Kashmir, a day ahead of the counting of votes for the 4-Udhampur-Kathua and 5-Jammu-Reasi Lok Sabha constituencies along with the rest of the country, three-tier security has been activated in and around the counting centers in Jammu and Kathua districts.
As per reports that the counting of over 23.94 lakh votes in these two parliamentary constituencies, scheduled for Tuesday, will determine the fate of 34 candidates, including senior BJP leader and Union Minister Jitendra Singh, current Member Parliament from Jammu, Jugal Kishore Sharma and former ministers Choudhary Lal Singh and Raman Bhalla of the Congress.
Returning Officer and Jammu District Magistrate Sachin Kumar Vaishya reviewed the security measures, logistics and essential amenities at the counting venues and said the counting process will take place in the Polytechnic College and MAM College. Votes from the seven assembly constituencies will be counted at MAM College, while 11 constituencies will be tallied at the Polytechnic College.
The administration has fully trained the staff and sensitized all polling agents for the counting process. This includes a detailed examination of the deployment of paramilitary and police personnel as well as the set up for counting staff and agents. CCTV cameras have been installed and videography arrangements are in place at the counting centers. In Kathua, three-tier security is also in place for the Udhampur-Kathua Lok Sabha constituency. SSP Kathua, Anayat Ali Choudhary, who took a review visit of the area, said that elaborate security arrangements have been made.
The SSP urges everyone to coordinate with the security forces and police and if there is any problem on the security front, it should be immediately brought to our knowledge. Enhanced security has been deployed along the International Border (IB) and inter-district checkpoints to monitor and prevent any anti-social or anti-national activities.
The counting center for Udhampur Lok Sabha seat is set up at the Government Degree College Kathua, equipped with multi-tier security and 24×7 CCTV surveillance. Votes from 18 assembly segments, including Kathua, Udhampur, Doda, Ramban and Kishtwar, will be counted in designated halls. Three halls are designated for counting Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System (ETPBS) votes. Nearly 10 thousand staff members will handle the entire counting process, including transferring Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) from strong rooms to counting halls.
Traffic movement on Jammu-Srinagar national highway to remain suspended tonight
#NH44: In Jammu and Kashmir, the Traffic Police today informed that traffic movement on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH44) will remain suspended in the intervening night of June 3 and 4, owing to urgent repair and maintenance which has to be carried out on the strategic national highway between Ramban and Banihal.
NHAI has said that urgent repair/maintenance has to be carried out on the national highway between Ramban and Banihal during the intervening night of 3rd and 4th of June 2024. All types of vehicular movement will remain suspended tonight.
No movement of any kind of vehicle including fresh perishable/livestock will be allowed on the national highway after 6 PM today from Qazigund towards Ramban. Similarly no vehicular movement shall be allowed from Nagrota, Jammu after 5 PM and from Udhampur 6 PM.
The commuters have been advised to avoid journey on NH-44 till the work is completed and ask the Traffic Control Unit for the latest update at 9419993745, 1800-180-7043.
Cigarettes to be banned in Katra from August 01
#KATRA : In a significant move to curb tobacco usage and protect public health, the Deputy Commissioner of Reasi, Vishesh Paul Mahajan has announced a complete ban on cigarettes in Katra, effective from August 01, 2024. This announcement was made during a program held in connection with World No Tobacco Day in the holy town of Katra, in Reasi district.
Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the detrimental effects of tobacco on the youth. “Tobacco usage is severely impacting the lives of our youth, and it is imperative that we take strong measures to safeguard their health and future,” he stated.
In light of these concerns, the Deputy Commissioner has decided to implement a complete ban on cigarettes in Katra and announced that such orders are being issued tomorrow. He further stressed that strict actions will be taken against individuals found smoking in public places, ensuring a healthier environment for residents and visitors alike.
In his address, DDC Vishesh Mahajan highlighted the detrimental effects of drug addiction on individuals, families, and society at large. He emphasized the importance of awareness and enforcement measures in combating the menace. He urged students to stay vigilant and seek help if they or anyone they know is struggling with addiction.
This initiative underscores the commitment of the Reasi district administration to promote public health and well-being. The ban is expected to contribute significantly to reducing tobacco-related illnesses and fostering a smoke-free environment in the holy town of Katra.
The event was aimed to educate and sensitize students about the perils of drug abuse and the importance of making informed choices. District Development Commissioner Reasi Vishesh Mahajan was the Chief Guest.
Commandant Yardum Bunkar, CRPF 06 Battalion, Katra, shared insights on the psychological and physical repercussions of drug abuse. He stressed the significance of a supportive community environment in rehabilitation efforts.
SDM Katra Piyush Dhotra; SP Vipan Chandran; Sub-Divisional Police Officer, Katra, Tehsildar Katra, Assistant Director Tourism Katra, EO Municipal Committee Katra, Principal GHSS, Katra, Block Medical Officer Katra and other senior officers present.
Phase III of e-Courts Project would transform Indian Judicial System incredibly: Chief Justice
#JAMMU: Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh, Justice N. Kotiswar Singh, today virtually inaugurated a two day e-Courts Phase III Regional Cluster Workshop for North Zone, High Court(s), which is being held at J&K Judicial Academy, Srinagar.
The delegates from the High Courts of Delhi, Uttrakhand, Rajasthan and Allahabad along with the High Court of J&K and Ladakh are participating in the workshop which is being presided over by the members of e-Committee, Supreme Court of India and the NIC, Pune team.
The Chief Justice inaugurated the workshop virtually from Jammu wing of the High Court, in presence of Justice Atul Sreedharan, Chairperson IT, Committee, Justice Rajnesh Oswal, Justice Sanjay Dhar & Justice Rahul Bharti, Members, IT Committee, High Court of J&K and Ladakh.
Justice Sanjay Dhar graced the occasion in person while other members of the IT Committee along with Justice Vinod Chatterjee Koul, Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal, Justice Rajesh Sekhri & Justice Muhammad Yousuf Wani, joined the event virtually from Jammu Wing of the High Court.
In his inaugural address, the Chief Justice while embarking on the journey of the e-Courts project deliberated as to how it helped in streamlining the management and transition of various facets of judicial dispensation by overcoming various challenges encountered during the journey.
While highlighting the advantages of the technology, Justice Kotiswar emphasized that his addressing the participants in today’s workshop seamlessly through virtual mode and joining of Joint Secretary, Department of Justice, Government of India was made possible only because of technological advancement made in the Judicial infrastructure. He expressed happiness that the fear developed due to intervention of technology was overcome and Justice delivery system has become not only convenient but also transparent and accessible to the common masses with introduction of Case Information System, Digitisation, E-filing, and E-payment etc. The Chief Justice emphasised that Phase III is going to transform the overall Indian Judicial Scenario in the coming days in incredible ways.
In his special address, Justice Sanjay Dhar, Member IT Committee, High Court of J&K and Ladakh, shared the historical perspective of development of e-courts project and hoped that its Phase III will prove to be a boon in the justice delivery system. He lauded the contribution of Justice Badar Durez Ahmad, former Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh, for providing impetus to the e-Courts initiatives both in the High Court and District Judiciary of J&K. He urged the delegates to derive maximum advantage out of the present workshop.
Joint Secretary, Department of Justice, Government of India, P.P Pandey, virtually addressed the inaugural session from New Delhi and complimented all the stakeholders for timely achieving the targets of e-Courts project. He also expressed optimism by stating that phase III of the e-Courts project will bring the Indian Judicial system far ahead in the world so far as the use of technology is concerned. He assured full support of the Department of Justice, Government of India in the execution of the project.
Arulmozhi Selvi, Member (Human Resources) E-Committee, Supreme Court of India, addressing the participants, stated that it was the initiative of the Chief Justice of India, to organise such workshops in different zones of the Country so that the developments in technology and the needs of the Project are brought to the doorstep of the actual stakeholders.
Earlier, Director, J&K Judicial Academy, Y.P.Bourney, presented a formal welcome address.
The proceedings of the event were conducted by Anoop Kumar Sharma, Registrar Computers (IT) cum Central project Coordinator, High Court of J&K and Ladakh who also presented formal vote of thanks.
Other dignitaries and guests who graced the occasion included D.C.Raina, Advocate General, Tahir Shamsi, Deputy Solicitor General, India, Shahzad Azeem, Registrar General, Jawad Ahmad, PDJ, Srinagar, Tasleem Arief, Registrar Vigilance, Rajendra Sapru, Registrar Rules, Sandeep Kour, Registrar Judicial (Jammu), Prem Sagar, Secretary, High Court Legal Services Committee, Rajni Sharma, Joint Registrar (Judicial), Jammu and Abdul Bari, Joint Registrar (Judicial), Srinagar.
The event was also live streamed on YouTube channel of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh.
Dulloo visits GMC, enquires about health of Akhnoor bus accident victims
JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today visited Government Medical College (GMC), Jammu, to enquire about the health of the injured of Akhnoor bus mishap.
The Chief Secretary termed the incident as tragic and unfortunate and directed the hospital authorities to ensure best medicare for the injured for their speedy recovery.
He prayed for those who lost their lives in the road mishap. He extended heartfelt condolences to their families saying that the government would extend all necessary facilities to the accident victims. He assured that best medical care would be provided to the injured.
The Chief Secretary directed the administration to enquire into the causes of the road accident so that such incidents are avoided in future.
After preliminary investigations, the Administration had suspended 6 officials of the transport Department for dereliction of duty.
Pertinent to mention here that a bus carrying pilgrims to Shiv Khori Shrine met an accident here in Akhnoor area killing 22 passengers and injuring many others.
The local administration immediately came into action and carried out rescue operation. All the bodies were recovered and injured were taken to GMC Jammu for treatment.
LG Manoj Sinha votes in his village
UTTAR PRADESH: LG Manoj Sinha Cast his vote in Mohanpura village, Mohammadabad Assembly Constituency, Ballia PC. LG urge all voting today to turnout in record numbers and strengthen our democracy by exercising their franchise.
Govt suspends 6 officials, initiates in-depth enquiry after Akhnoor accident that claimed 22 lives
#JAMMU: In Jammu and Kashmir, the Government today suspended six officials including Motor Vehicle Inspector posted at Regional Transport Officer, Kathua and attached them to the office of Transport Commissioner, J&K Jammu with immediate effect.
As per reports that the move comes after twenty-two pilgrims mainly from Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, on way to Shivkhori Shrine in Reasi district were killed and sixty-nine others were injured when the bus, they were travelling in, fell into a deep gorge near Tanda in Akhnoor sub district of Jammu district yesterday. The dead included six children and eight women while the injured also included seventeen children and twenty-nine women.
The Government has initiated an enquiry, and the appointed IO has been directed to conduct in-depth enquiry and submit the report along with recommendations for the conduct/dereliction and non-performance of duties on part of officers/officials within one week’s time positively.
Additional Secretary (Technical), Secretariat of Road Safety Council, J&K, Parmvir Singh is appointed as Inquiry Officer who will conduct in-depth enquiry for non performance of their legitimate duties.
Elaborate arrangements put in place for counting of votes for Udhampur PC
#KATHUA: The election authorities have put in place adequate arrangements for counting of votes for the 4-Udhampur Parliamentary Constituency. There are 12 candidates in fray for the Udhampur Parliamentary Constituency.
The counting will be held at Government Degree College Kathua, secured with multi-tier security and round-the-clock CCTV surveillance to ensure a free and fair election process.
Votes from all 18 assembly segments, including Kathua, Udhampur, Doda, Ramban, and Kishtwar, will be counted in dedicated halls assigned to each Assembly Constituency. Additionally, three halls have been designated for the counting of Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System (ETPBS) votes.
A total of 225 tables have been set up for the counting process, with three personnel assigned to each table. For ETPBS votes, 60 tables have been designated, also with three persons per table.
Nearly 10,000 staff members will be involved in the counting process, including the transfer of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) from the Strong Room to the counting halls. Each table will be supervised by a counting agent, a micro observer, and a supervisor, along with each Assistant Returning Officer (ARO).
CCTV surveillance of the EVM Strong Rooms has been shared with political party representatives since the safe deposit of EVMs after polling.
A Counting Control Room has been equipped with the necessary logistics to compile and update hourly trends throughout the day. The entire process will be executed and monitored under the supervision of Dr. Rakesh Minhas, Returning Officer for the 4-Udhampur Parliamentary Constituency, who is also the District Election Officer and Deputy Commissioner of Kathua.
A fully functional and well-equipped Election Media Centre has been established to facilitate media personnel. The centre features LED screens with DTH connections for continuous news access and WiFi to ensure internet connectivity. Provisions for displaying hourly trends have been made to keep everyone updated with the latest results. Media personnel will have controlled access to the counting process as per the Election Commission of India (ECI) guidelines.
Meanwhile, the training of all stakeholders to be involved in Counting in votes has been successfully completed on Thursday.
Returning Officer Dr Rakesh Minhas said that adequate logistics and security arrangements have been made to undertake the Counting of Votes for Parliamentary Constituency. “Besides catering to the necessary human resource and other logistics Food, water, and refreshments will be provided to all individuals involved in the counting process on June 4, ensuring their well-being throughout the day” he added.
