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Prime Minister addresses Viksit Bharat Viksit Jammu Kashmir programme in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir

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Highlights of Lieutenant Governor’s Speech

Grateful to Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi Ji for dedicating ‘Holistic Agriculture Development Programme’, project for ‘Integrated Development of Hazratbal Shrine’ and blessing the new government recruits by distributing the appointment orders.

Rapid & inclusive development of J&K has been the top priority of Hon’ble PM since 2014. He has dedicated every moment to restore rights of people who have been living on the margins for decades & ushered a new era of peace, prosperity & hope.

Today, the crown jewel of the country is shining with new glory. Hon’ble PM has ensured that fruits of development reach all sections of society & opportunities of growth, justice and dignity are equally available to all the citizens.

Hon’ble PM is building Khushhaal Jammu Kashmir, providing a new momentum to infrastructure development to shape J&K’s economic trajectory and has linked the aspirations of Jammu Kashmir with the aspirations of the country.

Hon’ble PM has put Nari Shakti at the forefront of J&K’s development journey. The rights of women have been restored, new entrepreneurs schemes are making them financially independent and providing Nari Shakti a life of dignity.

Every citizen of Jammu Kashmir has got the opportunity to live life as per their wish. Youth are being provided with opportunities to harness their full potential and they are driving socio-economic development.

The dreams of every citizen of J&K UT have got new wings and their wings have got an infinite sky of opportunities.

Bakshi stadium has a capacity of 35,000 and besides this, around 25,000 chairs have been put up here. The way people of the valley have come here to attend PM Modi’s program, this stadium is completely full…I want to apologise to the people who are not able to get a place to sit. If there would have been a ground of 2 lakh capacity, even that ground would be overflowing with the people of Kashmir. This is the kind of love the people of Kashmir have for PM Modi.

Under the leadership of Hon’ble PM, there is a new dynamism in infrastructure development.

  • Z-Morh tunnel worth more than Rs 2378 cr will be completed by June this year.
  • Work on the Zojila tunnel project worth Rs 4500 cr is going on which will provide round the year connectivity to Sonamarg.
  • Phase-I of Srinagar Ring Road at a cost of Rs 2920 cr will be completed in the month of August.
  • Phase-II worth Rs 961 cr of Srinagar Ring Road to be completed by June 2025.
  • The work on Delhi-Amritsar-Katra expressway costing Rs 10,995 cr is expected to be completed in the month of November 2025.
  • Qazigund-Shopian-Pulmama- Srinagar Nh444 will be constructed at a cost of Rs 849 cr.
  • Khanabal-Phalgam-Chandanwari NH501; New highway of Poonch-Uri Road, Baramulla- Kupwara- Tangdhar NH701 have been approved.
  • Work on Srinagar bypass, Sanatnagar, Bemina and Nowgam Flyovers worth Rs 132 cr is going on.
  • In Kashmir valley only, Rs 26,300 cr worth highway and tunnel projects are going on.
  • Under PMGSY, in the last 4 years, we have been successful in constructing road length of 4926 km at a cost of Rs 3440 cr and connecting every village with 500 population with road.
  • Rs 1000 cr worth projects under Srinagar Smart City and 428 projects under NABARD costing Rs 2531 cr are ongoing.

In last 4 years, more than 36000 recruitments for government jobs have been made in a transparent manner.

Wushu Sisters Ayeera, Ansa clinch Gold Medal at Russian Moscow Stars Wushu International Championship

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#SRINAGAR: Wushu Sisters,  Ansa Chishti and Ayeera Chishti Great brought laurels to  India, especially Jammu & Kashmir  by clinching Gold medals in Russian Moscow stars Wushu International Championship going on in Moscow from 28 February until 5th March 2024.

Both players performed exceptionally in their respective weight categories of 52 and 56. They beat their Russian opponents in the finals and made their fans proud as well as the entire sports fraternity of J&K.

This is the 3rd International medal for Ayeera as  she won Gold in Georgia and Bronze in World championship at Indonesia earlier. Now it’s 3rd consecutive medal in international Wushu Championship for her and last year she was also shortlisted for State Award. Ayeera  is the 1st Wushu Female Athlete who was shortlisted for this prestigious award.

Similarly, Ansa won 2nd Medal in international Wushu Championship, earlier she won Silver in Georgia International Wushu Championship. With today’s medal, she has won her 1st Gold medal in international championship.

Notably, both players are National Champions in their weight category as they won many medals in National championships.

 

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Lt Governor inaugurates DIPR’s ‘JK Youth Conclave 2024’

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#JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated ‘JK Youth Conclave 2024’ and launched the second season of ‘Inspire GenZ’ and ‘Beats of J&K’ initiatives of Department of Information and Public Relations, at Convention Centre, today.

In his address, the Lt Governor commended the efforts of the Department of Information and Public Relations for engaging and inspiring new generation to develop their individual selves.

“Platforms like ‘Youth Conclave’ will motivate Gen Zers to shape the J&K’s social, cultural and economic landscape and eventually make an impact on different sectors,” the Lt Governor said.

He congratulated the Young Achievers from J&K who were honoured today for their exemplary contribution in diverse fields.

“Youth power is the pillar for Viksit J&K and Viksit Bharat. The country is moving forward with great confidence, hope and expectations and I am sure the young generation with their unique skills and talents will make their valuable contribution in this journey,” the Lt Governor said.

At the Youth Conclave, the Lt Governor highlighted the crucial role of the new generation in cultivating most innovative ecosystem and shaping tomorrow’s success.

Youth power is the driving force of progressive and prosperous India. They are creating new path to achieve the vision of Amrit Kaal, he said.

He reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration towards the empowerment of youth and providing them conducive environment to unleash their true potential.

65% population of J&K is youth. This demographic dividend is our biggest strength, the Lt Governor said.

On the occasion, the Lt Governor impressed upon the Mission Youth and Department of Information & Public Relations to create a network of youth through a Next Generation Coalition- JK programme.

Youth always work selflessly. They live for others. Youth’s actions are not limited to their own benefit. The personality of the youth believes in sharing, the Lt Governor observed.

He said, youth-led fight against drugs will play a vital role in tackling the menace of drug abuse and achieving the goal of a drug-free Jammu Kashmir.

JK Home Deptt refers 4022 vacancies of J&K Police Constables to SSB

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#JAMMU: The Home Department has referred 4022 vacancies of Constables in J&K Police, to Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), as a reaffirmation of government’s commitment towards strengthening the law enforcement agencies and ensuring the safety and security of people of the region.

Pertinently, the posts of Constable in J&K Police were last advertised in the year 2019 and now about 4022 posts are being advertised, which shall result in strengthening of ranks of constabulary in the vital security force unit of the UT Police. This will greatly help in reinforcing the capability of law enforcement to effectively address various security challenges and maintain peace and order.

This initiative will not only contribute towards enhancing the overall security apparatus of Jammu & Kashmir, but shall also open doors of employment opportunities for the local youth. The J&K Police was feeling the strain of manpower crunch stemming from the absence of recruitment at Constable level, which was affecting the operational readiness and delivery mechanism.

The recruitment process will be conducted soon by the Services Selection Board, for the aspiring candidates to apply and participate in the upcoming recruitment process. This also reflects government’s resolve of generating employment opportunities for local youth.

As per break up of these 4022 posts, there are 1689 vacancies of Constables (J&K Armed/IRP), 100 of Constable SDRF, 502 of Constable (Telecom), 20 of Constable (Driver) and 22 posts of Constable (Photography) under the UT cadre while there are 1689 vacancies of Constable Executive Police in the divisional cadre including 1249 posts for Jammu and 440 posts for Kashmir.

AC restores ‘Waiting List’ provision for government recruitments

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#JAMMU: Administrative Council (AC) which met here today under the Chairmanship of Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor approved re-consideration of its earlier decision dated 07-09-2023 and restored provisions for drawing up of wait lists in recruitment to public services.

Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor; Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor attended the meeting.

The AC decided to withdraw the amendments made out in the J&K Civil Services Decentralization and Recruitment Rules, 2010 earlier in terms of S.O 496 of 2023, J&K, Appointment of Class-IV (Special Recruitment) Rules, 2020 vide S.O497 of 2023, J&K Combined Competitive Examination Rules, 2018 vide S.O498 of 2023 and also in the Business Regulations of JKPSC/JKSSB, and other rules/regulations in any other department/ service ab-initio.

It was also decided to grant one time exemption to recruiting agencies to draw up wait list within six months, for those select lists, which have been issued since earlier decision. However this shall be subject to the condition that such wait list(s) are drawn within validity period of the select list and resultant vacancies on account of non-joining of selected candidates have not been re-advertised.

The decision shall help in timely filing up of vacancies, with additional benefits such as avoidance of delays in re-referral of vacancies, reduction of time consumed in subsequent selections, and allow candidates to secure employment before attainment of upper-age limit.

Lt Governor inaugurates ‘New J&K-New Hope’ Cultural Festival in Jammu

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2-day festival will showcase rich musical heritage and folk art legacy of Jammu Kashmir Union Territory: LG

  • 450 Artists from across the UT are participating in the Fest organised by All J&K Folk Artists’ Association, JKAACL, Sangeet Natak Akademi and North Zone Cultural Centre, Patiala

#JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the two-day Cultural Festival ‘New J&K-New Hope’ at Abhinav Theatre Jammu, today.

The Lt Governor lauded the joint endeavour of All J&K Folk Artists’ Association, J&K Academy of Art, Culture & Languages, Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi and North Zone Cultural Centre, Patiala to showcase the rich musical heritage and folk art legacy of Jammu Kashmir Union Territory.

Jammu Kashmir is the confluence of art, literature, wisdom and culture. This land is blessed with extremely talented people who have united the society and made tremendous contribution in national integration through their art, the Lt Governor observed.

We are proud of our artists like Padam Shri recipient Folk Artist Sh Romalo Ram who are promoting the folk art and cultural heritage of Jammu Kashmir, he said.

 The Lt Governor reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration to provide the platform and necessary handholding to the young and budding artists of the Union Territory.

He also congratulated the artists for their enthralling performances on the occasion.

A total of 450 artists from different parts of Jammu Kashmir are participating in the Cultural Festival.

Suresh Kumar Gupta, Principal Secretary, Culture Department;  Bharat Singh Manhas, Secretary JKAACL; Gulzar Bhat, Chairman All J&K Folk Artists’ Association, senior officials, renowned artists and youth in large number were present.

DIPR invites filmmakers of J&K

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DIPR invites filmmakers of Jammu and Kashmir to participate in the Naya Jammu Kashmir Short Film Making Competition.

Winners will get the opportunity to interact with leading filmmakers in Mumbai.

The contest starts on February 13 and ends on February 28, 2024.

Submit your entries on [email protected] as a Google Drive attachment.

J&K Bank opens Easy Banking Unit at Surinsar

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#JAMMU: Continuing its mission of providing convenient banking services to the people of remote areas, J&K Bank today operationalised an Easy Banking Unit (EBU) at Surinsar in Jammu. The EBU will provide the basic facilities of banking like cash deposit, cash withdrawal, account openings etc. to the people of the area.

The Bank’s General Manager & Divisional Head (Jammu) Sunit Kumar e-inaugurated the EBU Surinsar in the presence of Zonal Head (Jammu) Rajesh Dubey, Cluster Heads with elected public representatives of the area, prominent persons and local residents present in good numbers at the base Branch Tootan-Di-Khui.

Speaking on the occasion, the Divisional Head reiterated the Bank’s commitment citing its contribution in rendering world class banking facilities to the people irrespective of their location and status. He said, “We will continue to expand as well as deepen our footprint to serve the people belonging to different geographies by extending the latest banking facilities and financial services to their nearest possible destinations. The EBU at Surinsar will go a long way in helping the people of the area in meeting their daily banking needs.”

While seeking support from the public, the GM assured them that the outlet will make every effort to meet the expectations of the people of the area.

People present at the base branch Tootan-di-Khui expressed their gratitude to the Bank management for opening an EBU in their area. “The EBU will definitely enhance the bonding of the people with the J&K bank”, they said.

Pertinently, it was a long outstanding demand of the people of the area which is being developed as an upcoming destination spot and is a major attraction for the tourists because of the shimmering Surinsar Lake.

Historic Step for Inclusive Development, Community getting benefits of ST Rerervation.

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FM presents JK interim budget 2024-25 & revised estimates for current fiscal in Parl

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NEW DELHI: The Revised Estimates for 2023-24 and Interim Budget 2024-25 of Government of Jammu and Kashmir were today placed before the Parliament by Union Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sithraman. The two Appropriation Bills on the Supplementary Budget for 2023-24 and Vote on Account for 2024-25 will be considered by the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha in this regard.

Finance Department of the UT had drafted the Supplementary Budget for the current year and the Interim Budget for the next financial year. For this, the Department had assessed the revenue receipts of the UT Government from GST, motor spirit tax, excise, and stamp duty. Further, the non-tax revenue from electricity and water supply, mining royalty, timber sales, annual rent from industrial lands, etc were also examined. The own revenue of the UT Government has been estimated at Rs. 20,867 crore. The UT Government also pursued Government of India for getting central financial assistance.

Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha and Chief Secretary, Shri Atal Dulloo led the UT’s efforts in this direction. Crucial meetings were held in August 2023, October 2023 and January 2024 in Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Finance to review these demands of the UT Government. Union Home Minister and Union Finance Minister personally reviewed the fiscal management of the UT Government in recent months.

Accordingly, the Central Government has agreed to provide ₹41751.44 Cr to the UT Government in this financial year and ₹ 37277.74 Cr in the next financial year. These assistance figures have been duly captured in the Revised Estimates of 2023-24 and the Budget Estimates of 2024-25 of the Union Government. This assistance will be provided under the MHA’s demand no 58 for assistance to the UT. This assistance includes the normal assistance (resource gap) to the UT Government, equity contribution for hydropower projects at Kiru, Kwar and Rattle, etc. These assistance figures are captured in the Union Budget which is already before the Parliament and the same will be taken up for discussion before the UT’s interim budget.

Building on this, Government of Jammu and Kashmir drafted its Supplementary Budget for 2023-24 and Vote on Account for 2024-25. Finance Department also drafted the two Appropriation Bills (Supplementary Demands and Vote on Account) for placing before the Parliament.

The revised estimates for 2023-24 is overall lower than the budgeted estimates 2023-24 as the UT government was successful in streamlining its expenditure. The supplementary demands for 2023-24 of ₹8,712.90 Cr pertain to the four Departments of Finance, Power Development, Hospitality and Protocol and Cooperatives.

The supplementary budget is required by Finance department in view of the repayment of debt, while Power Development department needs to provide for power procurement. The Hospitality and Protocol department intends to develop the new J&K Bhawan at Dwarka, New Delhi for which land will be allotted from DDA. The Cooperative department requires the funding additionally for its new CSS, Assistance to Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS).These additional demands are proposed to be catered with Supplementary Demands for the current year 2023-24.

The interim budget for 2024-25makes provisions for the ongoing initiatives for infrastructure development, sustainable agriculture, new industrial estate, PRI level works, employment generation, developing tourism, and social inclusion.During preparation of the interim budget proposals, consultations were held with all the Departments and various stakeholders to provide for ongoing initiatives and arrive at realistic budgetary numbers. For finalizing expenditure proposals, assessment of financing needs of infrastructure projects, social and economic measures undertaken by Departments was undertaken.

The budgetary exercise focused on the imperative of advancing the cause of the greater collective good within the realistically realizable resources. While the budgetary estimate for the next financial year 2024-25 is about ₹1,18,728 Cr, the UT Government has proposed the Vote on Account for ₹59,364 Cr.

 This interim budget for 2024-25 covers revenue expenditure of ₹40,081 Cr and capital expenditure of ₹19,283 Cr.The interim budget of Jammu and Kashmir for 2024-25 provides for the ongoing measures and schemes as follows –

1)      ₹2959 Cr provisioned for tap-water connectivity for rural areas under Jal Jeevan Mission with Rs 532 crore as UT Share.

2)      ₹934 Cr for transforming agriculture and allied sectors of the UT through the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), including provisions for IFAD funded J&K Comprehensive Investment Plan (JKCIP).

3)      ₹1907 Cr for rejuvenating school education infrastructure and services through funding under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan.

4)      Provision of improving road connectivity with ₹ 1683 Cr for PMGSY roads,₹ 300 Cr for CRF roads, and ₹ 1000 Cr NABARD scheme.

5)      ₹ 1313 Cr for strengthening decentralized governance by providing for local area works of panchayat and urban local bodies.

6)      ₹ 1271 Cr for strengthening infrastructure and services in the health sector under National Health Mission mechanism.

7)      ₹ 1093 Cr for rural housing under PMAwasYojana-Grameen scheme.

8)      ₹ 1000 Cr for comprehensive social security coverage for Old aged, Widow and Disabled pensions by saturation approach.

9)      ₹ 660 Cr for J&K’s equity for in the hydro electric projects at Ratle, Kwar, and Kiru, which would provide stable revenue source and cheaper power.

10)    ₹505Cr for timely procurement of machinery, equipments,prosthetic aidsand drugs in Health sector through the dedicated corporation.

11)    ₹ 500 Cr for capitalization of the banks, including Cooperative Banks, Rural Banks, J&K Bank, etc.

12)    ₹ 450 Cr for infrastructure of new Colleges and Universities as per NEP vision.

13)    ₹430 Cr for women empowerment intervention ofLadliBeti and Marriage Assistance

14)    ₹ 400 Cr for construction of Transit accommodations for Kashmiri Pandit employees.

15)    ₹ 400 Cr for development of Industrial Estates and related infrastructure.

16)    ₹ 370 Cr under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Urban) scheme.

17)    ₹ 390 Cr for Flood Management Project of River Jhelum.

18)    ₹ 450 Cr for GST re-imbursement to ensure timely reimbursement of the claims.

19)    ₹ 272Cr for DDC/BDC grants improving local governance at district and block level

20)    ₹ 174 Crfor development of model schools under PM-Shri scheme.

21)    ₹ 150 Cr for developing rooftop solar and other avenues of new and renewable energy.

22)    ₹ 140 Cr for creation of Sports Infrastructure

23)    ₹ 100 Cr for conclusion of World Bank funded Jhelum Tawi Flood Recovery Project.

24)    ₹ 100 Cr for Mission Youth programmes for education, skilling, and employment

25)    ₹ 100 Cr for heritage preservation,

26)    Rs91 Cr for new tourism destinations, new circuits, Sufi circuit and identified religious circuits, ropeways, highway resting placesand promotion of Golf.

27)    ₹ 70 Cr under infrastructure for welfare of tribals for construction of Tribal Hostels/Milk Villages/ Nomad Shelters/Libraries for Gujjars.

28)    ₹ 100 Cr for sewerage projects in urban areas, ₹ 70 Cr for development of new Townships and affordable  housing and ₹ 50 Cr for Dal development.

29)    ₹ 40 Cr for Tourism promotion, ₹15 Cr for the festival promotion and for promotion of cinema/ threatre.

30)    ₹ 40 Cr for meeting incentives as per the provisions of the Industrial Policy and Start-ups; ₹ 15 Cr for trade promotion through J&K TPO; and ₹ 100 Cr for Youth startup/Job fairs/employment fairs.

31)    ₹ 30 Cr for establishment of cold storage and ₹ 30 Cr for high density plantation.

32)    ₹80 Cr for establishment of DDC/BDC/PRI accommodation and offices as also for security arrangements of DDC/BDC/PRI representatives.

33)    ₹59Cr for construction of Police Housing colony and relief and rehabilitation

34)    ₹45Cr for construction of Bunkers and for digitization and CCTVs in Police Stations

35)    ₹ 30 Cr for improving Quality in Schools, School Infrastructure, for Career Counseling and for introduction of additional Streams in Schools.

36)    ₹ 5 Cr for replacement of old fleet in transport sector.

The two Appropriation Bills on the Supplementary Demands for 2023-24 and Vote on Account for 2024-25 of the UT Government are likely to be considered by the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha during 7th to 9th February 2024.

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