4 Thursday November 22, 2018 DISTRICTS Eid-Milad-un-Nabi...

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Thursday November 22, 2018 4 DISTRICTS Six gamblers arrested STATE TIMES NEWS SAMBA: Continuing its endeavour to weed out social crime from the society, District Police Samba under the overall supervision of Dr. Koshal Sharma, SSP Samba, arrested six gamblers and recovered stake money of Rs 8,940 in two sep- arate incidents in the jurisdiction of Police Station Bari- Bari-Brhamana, District Samba. Acting on specific information about gambling in their jurisdictional area, special teams from Police Station Bari- Brahmana headed by Inspr. Ravinder Singh Rakwal, SHO Bari-Brahmana under the close supervision of Sunil Kesar SDPO Bari-Brahmana, conduct- ed raids at the gambling spots first at Railway Colony area of Bari-Brahmana and arrested three gamblers namely Kuldeep Kumar son of Rattan Lal resident of Talab Tillo Jammu, Jagmohan son of Sian Dass resident of Dhiansar, Bari Brahmana and Krishan Lal son of Junk Lal resident of Muraray Chak, Tehsil Bishnah,Jammu along with stake money of Rs. 8,500. Then the police party also conducted raid near Railway Station and arrested three gamblers namely Vijay Ahirwal son of Radha Charan, Narayan Dass son of Ram Krishan and Raj Kumar all residents of Village Khajirao Teh Raj Nagar District Chattarpur (MP) alongwith stake money of Rs. 440. Taking cognisance into the matter, all the gamblers were booked under Section 13 of Gambling Act at Police Station Bari-Brahmana. Man jumps in front of train, dies STATE TIMES NEWS KATHUA: A man was killed after he jumped in front of a train in Kathua. As per the details, a man jumped in front of a moving train few kilometers from Kathua, in which he got injured. GRP men shifted him to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The identity of the man is yet to be ascertained as nothing regarding the same was recovered from him. A message in this regard has been flashed in all the local police stations. STATE TIMES NEWS BHADARWAH: Eid- Milad-un-Nabi was cele- brated with full religious fervour, gaiety and enthusi- asm across Chenab region on Wednesday. On the auspicious occa- sion of Milad-un- Nabi(Birth Anniversary of Prophet Mohammed SAW) several programmes includ- ing recitation of Quraan, Dars-e-Quraan, Dars-e- Hadees and Naat Khawani were held throughout Chenab region. To celebrate this auspi- cious day, people gathered in their respective mosque to participate in the congre- gation and processions. At Bhadarwah, the main function was held under the chairmanship of President Anjuman-e-Islamia Bhadarwah Pervaiz Ahmed Sheikh at Historical Jamia Masjid Bhadarwah, where hundreds of devotees took part in religious procession which was taken out from Jamia Masjid and after passing through Masjid Mohallah, Pasri Bus Stand, Chinote Bridge, Lancher Morh and Qilla Mohallah culminated back at Jamia Masjid. While speaking on the occasion speakers urged upon the people to follow the guidelines of Prophet Mohammad SAW for the betterment of society and to maintain brotherhood in the world. People also celebrated this auspicious day by distribut- ing sweets, Pudding and other items. Similar programmes were also held at Sartingal, Ramban, Batote, Gool, Sangaldaan, Gandoh, Doda, Assar, Bhalla and other parts of Chenab region and reports said that huge gathering of people participated in the religious processions in their respec- tive areas. UDHAMPUR: On the auspicious occasion of Eid Milad-Ul-Nabi, the Pesident Tariq Shah along with the members of NGO ' Jiyo Aur Jeene Do ' organ- ised a programme in its Head Office in which the life and teachings of Hazrat Muhammad Sallalahu Allahe Vasallam were high- lighted. Speaking on the ocassion , President of NGO Tariq Shah said , " In the entire life , Prophet Mohammad worked for the upliftment of weaker sec- tion of society , slaves and women. He gave the beauti- ful message of living peace- ful and simple life by obey- ing your duties properly. Rakesh Sharma , Ritu , Sanjay , Purnima , Sahil , Krishna , Parveen Akhter were also present. Eid-Milad-un-Nabi celebrated with religious fervour Eid-Milad-un-Nabi procession being taken out at Bhadarwah while NGO ‘Jiyo Aur Jeene Do' organised a programme at Udhampur. STATE TIMES NEWS SAMBA: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP), one of the most important Modi Government initiatives is all set to get digital bandwagon, a medium capable of trans- forming the campaign under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Samba, Sushma Chauhan in District Samba on Wednesday. The action plan to increase the outreach of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao programme many folds by using digital platform in District Samba was presented by Ajay Sharma, District Information Officer Samba which was approved by members of BBBP in presence of Deputy Commissioner. The digital action plan include media campaign and publicity through print, electronic and social media, documentation of success stories, best prac- tices and dissemination of Beti bachao Beti Padhao scheme over digital platforms like radio spots/ jingles in Dogri, television advertising, digital advertising platforms, development of dedicated apps, electronic Magzines, community engagement through social media and field publicity. Deputy Commissioner Samba told that the digital campaign aims at ensuring that girls are born, nurtured, and educated without any prejudice so that they become empowered citizen of this country with equal rights. She said a holistic media approach is being adopted to create awareness and spread the information in district by giv- ing digital wings to the BBBP campaign. This digital BBBP scheme would cover huge active internet users in not just urban samba but also in rural samba and with num- bers of internet users in India bound to increase fast, the campaign cannot afford to give a miss to Digital Beti Bachao Beti Padhao band- wagon campaign she added. Chairman Beti Bachao Beti Padhao of Samba district later exhorted upon its dis- trict officers concerned with BBBP Campaign to work with zest and put that extra effort in communication medium so that community behavioral changes towards Girl Child is observed in Samba district. BBBP to get digital bandwagon STATE TIMES NEWS UDHAMPUR: An intensive inspection of Fertiliser Rake Point Udhampur was carried out on Wednesday by Secretary Agriculture Production Department, Mansoor Ahmad Lone. He was accompanied by Director Agriculture, Jammu, H. K Razdan, who is also Controller of Fertilisers, J and K State. While inspecting Fertilisers Rake Point, Lone instructed the concerned representa- tives of the authorized Railway out Agency (ROA) for fertilisers at Rail Head Point Udhampur, to speed up the process of trans- portation of fertiliser to Valley so as to ensure the smooth and timely supply of fertiliser to the farmers and fruit growers of Kashmir Division. Secretary APD held detailed discussions with State Heads of the fertiliser companies, officers of the Department, and concerned ROA on variety of issues like expansion of Fertiliser Shed to increase the capaci- ty of storage to 3,000 m. Tones from present capacity of only 600 m. Tones, rais- ing of fertiliser dumping platform to protect the fer- tiliser lot from rain water etc. He also directed the Railway out Agency con- cerned to make adequate arrangements to Speed up the process of fertiliser stocking in Kashmir Valley keeping in the view weather condition, availability of transportation etc so that sufficient stock is main- tained well in time. He also emphasised for hassle free and equitable supply of fer- tilizers at the doorsteps of the farmers in time in all the regions and districts of the State. It was appraised on the occasion that 3932 m Tones of DAP, 2652 m Tones of Urea and 2643 m. Tones of MOP has been stocked in the valley till date. Ashok Verma, District Agriculture Officer, Udhampur, A. H Salaria, ASCO (I & P), Pradeep Sharma, Technical Officer Fertiliser, Ashwani Koul, Enforcement Inspector, Udhampur, Vikas Sharma, AEO Information, represen- tatives of fertiliser compa- nies viz. IFCCO, NFL, CFL were also present on the occasion. Secy Agri forspeeding up transportation of fertilisers to Valley Secretary Agriculture Production Department, Mansoor Ahmad Lone inspecting Fertiliser Rake Point Udhampur Army organises painting competition STATE TIMES NEWS KISHTWAR: Army undertook a noble initiative of organising a painting compe- tition at Khanpura Madrasa, Mughal Maidan, Dist - Kishtwar (J&K). A total of 20 students exhibited their talent. The painting of kids reflected the spirit of patriot- ism and love for country in the young minds. The creativ- ity of the children was com- mendable and praiseworthy. Various themes of the paint- ing competition evoked patri- otism on one hand and love for nature on the other. In the end, the army officials, recog- nising their efforts gave away prizes to best student from each class. The army officials praised the participants for showing gritty determination and also encouraged them to practice and excel in all such events in future. STATE TIMES NEWS SAMBA: Bi- Annual Congregation of Ganotra and Degyal Brahmin Biradari will be held on Friday, Nov 23, 2018 at Devasathan Kharha Madana ( Purmandal). As per release issued here the Biradari will organise reli- gious function including Hawan. Bhandara will take place in the afternoon. All the Biradari members are requested to participate in this religious function and seek the blessings of Bua Dati. Meanwhile, Congregation of Pandhotra Biradari shall be held at Satyawati Mata Mandir Harsath (Ghagwal) on 23rd November 2018 (Friday). In this connection, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Pt Sardari Lal Pandhotra, President of Satyawati Mata Mandir Committee. While addresss- ing the participants, Biradari President expected participa- tion of its members in the congregation with family and hoped that other programmes such as Satsang, Bhandara etc. will also take place at the right time. AKHNOOR: Bi-annual congregation of Patiyar Brahman Biradari is going to be held on November 23, 2018 at Devasthan of Kuldevta Baba Purav Sidh Dev ji Maharaj at Turgala, Chowki Choura, Akhnoor. According to Biradari President, Harbans Lal Sharma, the function will start with Hawan and Poojan in the morning followed by community fest. He requested all the Biradari members to participate alongwith family in the congregation and seek blessings of the Kuldevta. Congregations on Nov 23 Special Summary Revision of Electoral Roll on Nov 25 STATE TIMES NEWS RAMBAN: According to a communication received from the office of District Election Officer, the Special Summary Revision (SSR) of Electoral Rolls with respect to 1st January 2019 as the qualifying date would be conducted on 25th November 2018. This process is aimed at to facilitate required rectifica- tion/improvement in the Electoral Rolls. In this regard, the special camps will be held on 25th November 2018 in all the polling stations across the district. All the AEROs have been asked to give wide publicity to this camp at micro level in their respective areas so that maximum people will be benefitted. STATE TIMES NEWS SAMBA: Member Legislative Assembly, Chander Prakash Ganga, on Wednesday laid foundation stone for develop- ment works to be executed with an estimated cost of Rs. 6.98 lakh under IDMT at Vijaypur in District Samba. The works included construc- tion of lanes and drains in Ward Number 5 and con- struction of RCC slab in Ward Number 6. While appreciating the emphatic win of BJP in recently held ULB polls, said that this has once again reflected the trust of people of Jammu and Kashmir in Bharatiya Janata Party who have voted against the mis- rule and mis-governance of certain political groups. "This big victory definitely speaks about the quantum of devel- opment works done during the BJP rule which will be carried forward with the same speed and sincerity", affirmed the MLA. With the functioning of ULBs and Panchayats, the State will enter into a new era of progress and prosperity which is the culture and ulti- mate goal of BJP, the MLA asserted. He said that these urban and rural local bodies will immensely help in materializ- ing the dream of Modi gov- ernment of taking the benefit of each scheme to the last man in the last queue. Deepak Kumar Chairman MC Vijaypur, Ajay Sangra Executive Officer, Municipal Committee Vijaypur, Bachan Lal, Ward Member, Kamla Devi Ward Member, Suparana Dhar, Ward Member, Keshav Sharma, Tinnu Gupta, Rakesh Kumar Kaka, Narotam Singh, Dheeraj Sìngh, Jatin Sharma, Raju Sharma, Som Ve?ma and Vishu Sharma were also present. ULBs, Panchayats will abet new era of progress: Ganga MLA Chander Prakash Ganga laying foundation stone of development works at Samba. STATE TIMES NEWS NOWSHERA: The newly elected President Municipal Committee Nowshera Narender Sharma and Vice President Vishal Gupta assumed the charge of the office in the presence of BJP State Prfesident Ravinder Raina, Executive Officer Kasturi Lal Raina, BJP Councilers and other promi- nent persons of the town. On this occasion a programme was organized and later a rally was also taken out and sweets were distributed. While addressing the gathering Raina congratu- lated the President, Vice President and committee members and said that BJP has created a history this time in the State of Jammu and Kashmir. Prominent among others present include BJP Mandal President Ashok, Neena Sharma, Mool Raj Sharma, Anuy Bhasin, Sanjiv Datta, Preeti Gupta, Asha Devi and Chaman Lal. Newly-elected MC Nowshera assumes charge Members of MC Nowshera after assuming office. STATE TIMES NEWS UDHAMPUR: : As part of Nai Roshani scheme for Development of Minority Women of Union Ministry for Minority Affairs, the Destitute and Handicapped Welfare Association (DAHWA) organised Handholding and Nurturing programme for the trained women dur- ing the second month of the training. DAHWA President, S.S Sumbria along with the handholding staff visited Bharanara and Battal vil- lages, the camp locations, in Udhampur District and convened meeting with the scheme beneficiaries. Nai Roshani beneficiaries projected several issues like issuance of ration cards to left over people, adequate and regular sup- ply of water and power, dilapidated condition of internal roads etc. They also submitted the lists of women to be provid- ed skill development train- ing in horticulture by the concerned department as decided in the last meet- ing. DAHWA had feedback from the Nai Roshani ben- eficiary committees about their performance and fur- ther motivated and encour- aged them to actively play their role as a leader in welfare and development of their respective areas. Pertinently, DAHWA has conducted six-day training programme for five batch- es of minority/rural women at different villages in Udhampur District under Nai Roshani scheme earli- er in August and September besides organis- ing five of these camps under Nai Roshani in 2014-15. DAHWA holds handholding programme for Nai Roshani beneficiaries STATE TIMES NEWS KATHUA: The polling staff members numbering 1,350 for Panchayat Election Kathua third phase were acquainted with the polling process and imparted last day training on Wednesday in Government Degree College (GDC) for Women Kathua. The polling staff of Blocks Keerian Gandyal, Basohli, Bhoond, and Nagri were acquainted with the polling process by District Master Trainer Rahul Gupta, Devinder Singh, Sanjeev Rai and Mohd Abbas. DISCLAIMER “STATE TIMES” does not take responsibility for the contents of the advertisements (Display/Classified) carried in this newspaper. The paper does not endorse the same. Readers are requested to verify the contents on their own before acting there upon.” Polling staff given training Polling staff being imparted training at Kathua. OFFICE OF THE ELECTION AUTHORITY UNDER J&K PANCHAYATI RAJ ACT, 1989 (CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER, J&K) "GREATER PARTICIPATION FOR A STRONGER DEMOCRACY" NOTIFICATION JAMMU, DATED THE 22th NOVEMBER, 2018 Whereas, in terms of the Notification dated 06-10-2018, inter alia, various dates were appointed for the conduct of elections to elect Sarpanchs and Panchs for Halqa Panchayats of Block Marh of District Jammu; and Whereas, one Bhupinder Singh S/o Rattan Singh had also filed his nomination for Panch seat in ward No. 4- Chargali (L) of the Panchayat Halqa Sohagani, Block Marh, Jammu but the same was rejected at the time of scrutiny by concerned Returning Officer; and Whereas, aggrieved of the same, an appeal was filed, by her before the Election Authority and the same has been decided in his favour vide order No.: CEO/Pyt/2018/ dated 21-11-2018; and Whereas, such improper rejection has resulted in vitiation of the election process from the date of scrutiny onwards for the Panch constituency of ward No. 4- Chargali (L) of the Panchayat Halqa Sohagani, Block Marh; Now, therefore, considering the above, in exercise of powers under section 36 of J&K Panchayati Raj Act, 1989, read with Rule 8 of the J&K Panchayati Raj Rules, 1996, the Election Authority (Chief Electoral Officer, J&K) hereby notifies and, accordingly, appoints the following dates for the conduct of elections to elect Panches in respect of the ward No. 4- Chargali (L) f the Panchayat Halqa Sohagani, Block Marh, Jammu as under: a) The 22nd November, 2018 (Thursday) as the date for the scrutiny of nominations. b) The 24th November, 2018 (Saturday) as the last date for withdrawal of candidature. c) The 1st December 2018 (Saturday) as the date on which a poll, if necessary, shall be taken from 08:00 a.m. to 02:00 p.m. d) The 1st December 2018 (Saturday) as the date of counting, unless notified otherwise. e) The 17th December, 2018 (Monday) as the date before which the election shall be completed. SD/- No. 5311/CEO/Pyt/Notification/2018/ 3113 (SHALEEN KABRA) IAS Dated: 22-11-2018 ELECTION AUTHORITY DIP/J-3845-P/18 UNDER J&K PANCHAYATI RAJ ACT, 1989 DT- 21-11-2018 (CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER, J&K) STATE TIMES NEWS DODA: As a part of welfare activities, army has been constantly undertaking a variety of proj- ects for the welfare of AWAM. In pursuance of this aim, Indian Army organised a carpenter training and workshop for youth from Oct 16 to Nov 20, 2018 at Thalela in order to generate employment opportunities for the local youth. A total of 10 youth has been imparted with training on all aspects of carpenter training by means of practical and theoretical classes by experienced and qualified instructors. After attending the said training, they can have better employment opportunities or can become self employed by starting their own work to support their families. Closing ceremony of carpenter training and workshop was attended by army and Civil offi- cials. A number of Ex-Servicemen and local peo- ple were also present during the closing ceremo- ny. A total of 10 carpenter kits and certificates were presented to civil candidates on successful completion of the course. The locals and the youth appreciated efforts of army. Army conducts carpentry training for youth

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Thursday November 22, 20184 DISTRICTSSix gamblers arrested

STATE TIMES NEWSSAMBA: Continuing its endeavour to weed out social crimefrom the society, District Police Samba under the overallsupervision of Dr. Koshal Sharma, SSP Samba, arrested sixgamblers and recovered stake money of Rs 8,940 in two sep-arate incidents in the jurisdiction of Police Station Bari-Bari-Brhamana, District Samba.

Acting on specific information about gambling in theirjurisdictional area, special teams from Police Station Bari-Brahmana headed by Inspr. Ravinder

Singh Rakwal, SHO Bari-Brahmana under the closesupervision of Sunil Kesar SDPO Bari-Brahmana, conduct-ed raids at the gambling spots first at Railway Colony area ofBari-Brahmana and arrested three gamblers namelyKuldeep Kumar son of Rattan Lal resident of Talab TilloJammu, Jagmohan son of Sian Dass resident of Dhiansar,Bari Brahmana and Krishan Lal son of Junk Lal residentof Muraray Chak, Tehsil Bishnah,Jammu along with stakemoney of Rs. 8,500. Then the police party also conductedraid near Railway Station and arrested three gamblersnamely Vijay Ahirwal son of Radha Charan, Narayan Dassson of Ram Krishan and Raj Kumar all residents of VillageKhajirao Teh Raj Nagar District Chattarpur (MP) alongwithstake money of Rs. 440. Taking cognisance into the matter,all the gamblers were booked under Section 13 of GamblingAct at Police Station Bari-Brahmana.

Man jumps in front of train, dies STATE TIMES NEWS

KATHUA: A man was killed after he jumped in front of atrain in Kathua.

As per the details, a man jumped in front of a moving trainfew kilometers from Kathua, in which he got injured. GRPmen shifted him to hospital where he succumbed to hisinjuries.

The identity of the man is yet to be ascertained as nothingregarding the same was recovered from him. A message inthis regard has been flashed in all the local police stations.

STATE TIMES NEWS BHADARWAH: Eid-Milad-un-Nabi was cele-brated with full religiousfervour, gaiety and enthusi-asm across Chenab regionon Wednesday.

On the auspicious occa-sion of Milad-un-Nabi(Birth Anniversary ofProphet Mohammed SAW)several programmes includ-ing recitation of Quraan,Dars-e-Quraan, Dars-e-Hadees and Naat Khawaniwere held throughoutChenab region.

To celebrate this auspi-cious day, people gatheredin their respective mosqueto participate in the congre-gation and processions.

At Bhadarwah, the mainfunction was held under thechairmanship of PresidentA n j u m a n - e - I s l a m i aBhadarwah Pervaiz AhmedSheikh at Historical JamiaMasjid Bhadarwah, wherehundreds of devotees tookpart in religious processionwhich was taken out fromJamia Masjid and afterpassing through Masjid

Mohallah, Pasri Bus Stand,Chinote Bridge, LancherMorh and Qilla Mohallahculminated back at JamiaMasjid.

While speaking on theoccasion speakers urgedupon the people to followthe guidelines of ProphetMohammad SAW for thebetterment of society and tomaintain brotherhood inthe world.

People also celebrated thisauspicious day by distribut-ing sweets, Pudding andother items.

Similar programmes were

also held at Sartingal,Ramban, Batote, Gool,Sangaldaan, Gandoh,Doda, Assar, Bhalla andother parts of Chenabregion and reports said thathuge gathering of peopleparticipated in the religiousprocessions in their respec-tive areas.

UDHAMPUR: On theauspicious occasion of EidMilad-Ul-Nabi, thePesident Tariq Shah alongwith the members of NGO 'Jiyo Aur Jeene Do ' organ-ised a programme in itsHead Office in which the

life and teachings of HazratMuhammad SallalahuAllahe Vasallam were high-lighted. Speaking on theocassion , President ofNGO Tariq Shah said , " Inthe entire life , ProphetMohammad worked for theupliftment of weaker sec-tion of society , slaves andwomen. He gave the beauti-ful message of living peace-ful and simple life by obey-ing your duties properly.

Rakesh Sharma , Ritu ,Sanjay , Purnima , Sahil ,Krishna , Parveen Akhterwere also present.

Eid-Milad-un-Nabi celebrated withreligious fervour

Eid-Milad-un-Nabi procession being taken out at Bhadarwah while NGO‘Jiyo Aur Jeene Do' organised a programme at Udhampur.

STATE TIMES NEWS SAMBA: Beti Bachao BetiPadhao (BBBP), one of themost important ModiGovernment initiatives is allset to get digital bandwagon,a medium capable of trans-forming the campaign underthe chairmanship of DeputyCommissioner Samba,Sushma Chauhan in DistrictSamba on Wednesday.

The action plan to increasethe outreach of Beti BachaoBeti Padhao programmemany folds by using digitalplatform in District Sambawas presented by AjaySharma, District InformationOfficer Samba which wasapproved by members ofBBBP in presence of DeputyCommissioner. The digitalaction plan include mediacampaign and publicitythrough print, electronic andsocial media, documentationof success stories, best prac-tices and dissemination ofBeti bachao Beti Padhaoscheme over digital platformslike radio spots/ jingles inDogri, television advertising,digital advertising platforms,development of dedicatedapps, electronic Magzines,community engagement

through social media and fieldpublicity.

Deputy CommissionerSamba told that the digitalcampaign aims at ensuringthat girls are born, nurtured,and educated without anyprejudice so that they becomeempowered citizen of thiscountry with equal rights. Shesaid a holistic media approachis being adopted to createawareness and spread theinformation in district by giv-ing digital wings to theBBBP campaign. This digitalBBBP scheme would coverhuge active internet users innot just urban samba but alsoin rural samba and with num-bers of internet users in Indiabound to increase fast, thecampaign cannot afford togive a miss to Digital BetiBachao Beti Padhao band-wagon campaign she added.

Chairman Beti Bachao BetiPadhao of Samba districtlater exhorted upon its dis-trict officers concerned withBBBP Campaign to workwith zest and put that extraeffort in communicationmedium so that communitybehavioral changes towardsGirl Child is observed inSamba district.

BBBP to get digital bandwagon

STATE TIMES NEWS UDHAMPUR: An intensiveinspection of FertiliserRake Point Udhampur wascarried out on Wednesday bySecretary AgricultureProduction Department,Mansoor Ahmad Lone. Hewas accompanied byDirector Agriculture,Jammu, H. K Razdan, whois also Controller ofFertilisers, J and K State.While inspecting FertilisersRake Point, Lone instructedthe concerned representa-tives of the authorizedRailway out Agency (ROA)for fertilisers at Rail HeadPoint Udhampur, to speedup the process of trans-portation of fertiliser toValley so as to ensure thesmooth and timely supply offertiliser to the farmers andfruit growers of KashmirDivision.

Secretary APD helddetailed discussions withState Heads of the fertilisercompanies, officers of theDepartment, and concernedROA on variety of issueslike expansion of FertiliserShed to increase the capaci-ty of storage to 3,000 m.Tones from present capacityof only 600 m. Tones, rais-

ing of fertiliser dumpingplatform to protect the fer-tiliser lot from rain wateretc. He also directed theRailway out Agency con-cerned to make adequatearrangements to Speed upthe process of fertiliserstocking in Kashmir Valleykeeping in the view weathercondition, availability of

transportation etc so thatsufficient stock is main-tained well in time. He alsoemphasised for hassle freeand equitable supply of fer-tilizers at the doorsteps ofthe farmers in time in all theregions and districts of theState. It was appraised onthe occasion that 3932 mTones of DAP, 2652 m Tonesof Urea and 2643 m. Tonesof MOP has been stocked inthe valley till date.

Ashok Verma, DistrictAgriculture Officer,Udhampur, A. H Salaria,ASCO (I & P), PradeepSharma, Technical OfficerFertiliser, Ashwani Koul,Enforcement Inspector,Udhampur, Vikas Sharma,AEO Information, represen-tatives of fertiliser compa-nies viz. IFCCO, NFL, CFLwere also present on theoccasion.

Secy Agri for speeding up transportation of fertilisers to Valley

Secretary Agriculture Production Department, MansoorAhmad Lone inspecting Fertiliser Rake Point Udhampur

Army organisespainting competition

STATE TIMES NEWS KISHTWAR: Armyundertook a noble initiative oforganising a painting compe-tition at Khanpura Madrasa,Mughal Maidan, Dist -Kishtwar (J&K). A total of20 students exhibited theirtalent. The painting of kidsreflected the spirit of patriot-ism and love for country inthe young minds. The creativ-ity of the children was com-mendable and praiseworthy.

Various themes of the paint-ing competition evoked patri-otism on one hand and lovefor nature on the other. In theend, the army officials, recog-nising their efforts gave awayprizes to best student fromeach class. The army officialspraised the participants forshowing gritty determinationand also encouraged them topractice and excel in all suchevents in future.

STATE TIMES NEWSSAMBA: Bi- AnnualCongregation of Ganotra andDegyal Brahmin Biradari willbe held on Friday, Nov 23,2018 at Devasathan KharhaMadana ( Purmandal).

As per release issued herethe Biradari will organise reli-gious function includingHawan. Bhandara will takeplace in the afternoon. All theBiradari members arerequested to participate inthis religious function andseek the blessings of BuaDati.

Meanwhile, Congregation ofPandhotra Biradari shall beheld at Satyawati MataMandir Harsath (Ghagwal)on 23rd November 2018(Friday). In this connection,a meeting was held under thechairmanship of Pt SardariLal Pandhotra, President ofSatyawati Mata Mandir

Committee. While addresss-ing the participants, BiradariPresident expected participa-tion of its members in thecongregation with family andhoped that other programmessuch as Satsang, Bhandaraetc. will also take place at theright time.

AKHNOOR: Bi-annualcongregation of PatiyarBrahman Biradari is going tobe held on November 23,2018 at Devasthan ofKuldevta Baba Purav SidhDev ji Maharaj at Turgala,Chowki Choura, Akhnoor.

According to BiradariPresident, Harbans LalSharma, the function willstart with Hawan and Poojanin the morning followed bycommunity fest. He requestedall the Biradari members toparticipate alongwith familyin the congregation and seekblessings of the Kuldevta.

Congregations on Nov 23Special SummaryRevision of Electoral

Roll on Nov 25STATE TIMES NEWS

RAMBAN: According to acommunication receivedfrom the office of DistrictElection Officer, the SpecialSummary Revision (SSR)of Electoral Rolls withrespect to 1st January2019 as the qualifying datewould be conducted on 25thNovember 2018.

This process is aimed at tofacilitate required rectifica-tion/improvement in theElectoral Rolls.

In this regard, the specialcamps will be held on 25thNovember 2018 in all thepolling stations across thedistrict. All the AEROshave been asked to givewide publicity to this campat micro level in theirrespective areas so thatmaximum people will bebenefitted.

STATE TIMES NEWS SAMBA: Member LegislativeAssembly, Chander PrakashGanga, on Wednesday laidfoundation stone for develop-ment works to be executedwith an estimated cost of Rs.6.98 lakh under IDMT atVijaypur in District Samba.The works included construc-tion of lanes and drains inWard Number 5 and con-struction of RCC slab inWard Number 6.

While appreciating theemphatic win of BJP inrecently held ULB polls, saidthat this has once againreflected the trust of people ofJammu and Kashmir in

Bharatiya Janata Party whohave voted against the mis-rule and mis-governance ofcertain political groups. "Thisbig victory definitely speaks

about the quantum of devel-opment works done duringthe BJP rule which will becarried forward with thesame speed and sincerity",

affirmed the MLA.With the functioning of

ULBs and Panchayats, theState will enter into a new eraof progress and prosperitywhich is the culture and ulti-mate goal of BJP, the MLAasserted.

He said that these urbanand rural local bodies willimmensely help in materializ-ing the dream of Modi gov-ernment of taking the benefitof each scheme to the lastman in the last queue.

Deepak Kumar ChairmanMC Vijaypur, Ajay SangraExecutive Officer, MunicipalCommittee Vijaypur, BachanLal, Ward Member, KamlaDevi Ward Member,Suparana Dhar, WardMember, Keshav Sharma,Tinnu Gupta, Rakesh KumarKaka, Narotam Singh,Dheeraj Sìngh, JatinSharma, Raju Sharma, SomVe?ma and Vishu Sharmawere also present.

ULBs, Panchayats will abet new era ofprogress: Ganga

MLA Chander Prakash Ganga laying foundation stone ofdevelopment works at Samba.

STATE TIMES NEWSNOWSHERA: The newlyelected President MunicipalCommittee NowsheraNarender Sharma and VicePresident Vishal Guptaassumed the charge of theoffice in the presence of BJPState Prfesident RavinderRaina, Executive OfficerKasturi Lal Raina, BJPCouncilers and other promi-nent persons of the town. Onthis occasion a programme wasorganized and later a rally was

also taken out and sweets weredistributed. While addressingthe gathering Raina congratu-lated the President, VicePresident and committeemembers and said that BJPhas created a history this timein the State of Jammu andKashmir. Prominent amongothers present include BJPMandal President Ashok,Neena Sharma, Mool RajSharma, Anuy Bhasin, SanjivDatta, Preeti Gupta, AshaDevi and Chaman Lal.

Newly-elected MC Nowsheraassumes charge

Members of MC Nowshera after assuming office.

STATE TIMES NEWS UDHAMPUR: : As part ofNai Roshani scheme forDevelopment of MinorityWomen of Union Ministryfor Minority Affairs, theDestitute andHandicapped WelfareAssociation (DAHWA)organised Handholdingand Nurturing programmefor the trained women dur-ing the second month ofthe training.

DAHWA President, S.SSumbria along with thehandholding staff visitedBharanara and Battal vil-lages, the camp locations,in Udhampur District andconvened meeting with thescheme beneficiaries.

Nai Roshani beneficiariesprojected several issueslike issuance of rationcards to left over people,adequate and regular sup-ply of water and power,dilapidated condition of

internal roads etc. They also submitted the

lists of women to be provid-ed skill development train-ing in horticulture by theconcerned department asdecided in the last meet-ing.

DAHWA had feedbackfrom the Nai Roshani ben-eficiary committees abouttheir performance and fur-ther motivated and encour-aged them to actively playtheir role as a leader inwelfare and development oftheir respective areas.

Pertinently, DAHWA hasconducted six-day trainingprogramme for five batch-es of minority/rural womenat different villages inUdhampur District underNai Roshani scheme earli-er in August andSeptember besides organis-ing five of these campsunder Nai Roshani in2014-15.

DAHWA holds handholding programmefor Nai Roshani beneficiaries

STATE TIMES NEWSKATHUA: The polling

staff members numbering1,350 for PanchayatElection Kathua thirdphase were acquaintedwith the polling processand imparted last daytraining on Wednesday inGovernment DegreeCollege (GDC) for WomenKathua.

The polling staff ofBlocks Keerian Gandyal,Basohli, Bhoond, andNagri were acquainted withthe polling process byDistrict Master TrainerRahul Gupta, DevinderSingh, Sanjeev Rai andMohd Abbas.

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Polling staff given training

Polling staff being imparted training at Kathua.

OFFICE OF THE ELECTION AUTHORITY UNDER J&K PANCHAYATIRAJ ACT, 1989 (CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER, J&K) "GREATER PARTICIPATION FOR A STRONGER DEMOCRACY"

NOTIFICATION JAMMU, DATED THE 22th NOVEMBER, 2018

Whereas, in terms of the Notification dated 06-10-2018, inter alia, various dates were appointed for the conductof elections to elect Sarpanchs and Panchs for Halqa Panchayats of Block Marh of District Jammu; and

Whereas, one Bhupinder Singh S/o Rattan Singh had also filed his nomination for Panch seat in ward No. 4-Chargali (L) of the Panchayat Halqa Sohagani, Block Marh, Jammu but the same was rejected at the time ofscrutiny by concerned Returning Officer; and

Whereas, aggrieved of the same, an appeal was filed, by her before the Election Authority and the same hasbeen decided in his favour vide order No.: CEO/Pyt/2018/ dated 21-11-2018; and

Whereas, such improper rejection has resulted in vitiation of the election process from the date of scrutinyonwards for the Panch constituency of ward No. 4- Chargali (L) of the Panchayat Halqa Sohagani, Block Marh;

Now, therefore, considering the above, in exercise of powers under section 36 of J&K Panchayati Raj Act,1989, read with Rule 8 of the J&K Panchayati Raj Rules, 1996, the Election Authority (Chief Electoral Officer, J&K)hereby notifies and, accordingly, appoints the following dates for the conduct of elections to elect Panches inrespect of the ward No. 4- Chargali (L) f the Panchayat Halqa Sohagani, Block Marh, Jammu as under:a) The 22nd November, 2018 (Thursday) as the date for the scrutiny of nominations.b) The 24th November, 2018 (Saturday) as the last date for withdrawal of candidature.c) The 1st December 2018 (Saturday) as the date on which a poll, if necessary, shall be taken from 08:00 a.m.

to 02:00 p.m.d) The 1st December 2018 (Saturday) as the date of counting, unless notified otherwise.e) The 17th December, 2018 (Monday) as the date before which the election shall be completed.

SD/-No. 5311/CEO/Pyt/Notification/2018/ 3113 (SHALEEN KABRA) IASDated: 22-11-2018 ELECTION AUTHORITYDIP/J-3845-P/18 UNDER J&K PANCHAYATI RAJ ACT, 1989 DT- 21-11-2018 (CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER, J&K)

STATE TIMES NEWS DODA: As a part of welfare activities, army hasbeen constantly undertaking a variety of proj-ects for the welfare of AWAM. In pursuance ofthis aim, Indian Army organised a carpentertraining and workshop for youth from Oct 16 toNov 20, 2018 at Thalela in order to generateemployment opportunities for the local youth. A total of 10 youth has been imparted with

training on all aspects of carpenter training bymeans of practical and theoretical classes byexperienced and qualified instructors. After

attending the said training, they can have betteremployment opportunities or can become selfemployed by starting their own work to supporttheir families. Closing ceremony of carpenter training and

workshop was attended by army and Civil offi-cials. A number of Ex-Servicemen and local peo-ple were also present during the closing ceremo-ny. A total of 10 carpenter kits and certificateswere presented to civil candidates on successfulcompletion of the course. The locals and theyouth appreciated efforts of army.

Army conducts carpentry training for youth