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PMO reviews preparations for G20 meeting in Srinagar later in May

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New Delhi: With the G20 Tourism Working Group’s meeting which is scheduled to take place in Srinagar, less than two weeks away, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) on Tuesday is learnt to have held a high level meeting to review the preparations for it.
Highly-placed sources said that though the meeting took stock of several deliberations taking place across the country under India’s G20 presidency, its main focus was learnt to be on the forthcoming meeting in Srinagar, especially in the light of Pakistan’s objections to India holding G20 deliberations in Jammu and Kashmir.
According to sources, the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, P.K. Mishra chaired the review meeting, where senior officials from around 12 key ministries were present.

Joint secretary level officials from some important ministries like Finance, Commerce, Environment, and Tourism among others were present in the meeting, sources said, adding that Mishra was briefed about the preparations being made for the forthcoming meeting in Srinagar.
The Prime Minister, who has been busy with campaigning for Karnataka Assembly elections for the past one week, is likely to be briefed about the preparations underway for the Srinagar meeting, sources informed.
The meeting mainly focussed on the preparations for the G20’s Tourism Working Group, which is taking place in Srinagar between May 22 and 24.
Sources informed that though the meeting is just part of the several deliberations and interactions which are taking place under India’s G20 presidency in various parts of the country, it holds a lot of significance, mainly owing to the fact that last month, Pakistan’s foreign office had raised objections to India’s plans to hold the above mentioned meeting in Srinagar.
Pakistan had claimed that such events were aimed at perpetuating India’s “illegal occupation” of Jammu and Kashmir.

“The meetings and events of G20 are being held across India. They are being organised in every region of India and it is very natural to have these meetings in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh,” External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi had told the media last month following Pakistan’s objections.
Bagchi had further said that “these places have always been an integral and inalienable part of India and they are ours. I will only say these meetings are being held in every region. This is our natural response”.
In fact Pakistan had even protested last year, when details had started emerging that India plans to hold some G20 engagements in Jammu and Kashmir.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

May 9, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Reviews Security Situation In Rajouri

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SRINAGAR: A Day after five army personnel were killed in an ongoing combat operation in Kandi forest of Rajouri, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh took stock of the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir’s border districts of Rajouri and Poonch.
Defence Minister landed at Jammu’s technical Airport in a special aircraft, from where he was accompanied by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Army Chief General Manoj Pande and Army Commander Northern Command Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi towards Rajouri.
The Defence Minister took stock of the operational preparedness of the Indian Army and the security situation along the border area during his visit and also interacted with troops at an Army Base Camp in Rajouri.
As per an official, the defence minister chaired a high-level security meeting to review the overall security scenario of JK. During interaction with soldiers, the defence minister commended their valour and zeal while operating in challenging situations and asserted that the nation feels secure because of the unmatched courage, commitment and constant vigil of the soldiers of the Indian Army.
Earlier in the day, the army had neutralized one militant, while other was reported to have been injured in ongoing gun battle at Kandi forests of Rajouri.
“In the ongoing joint operation in Kandi Forest, Rajouri sector by Indian Army in coordination with JKP & CRPF, at approx 0700 hours the cordon while closing in spotted and pinned down the terrorists. In the ensuing gunbattle Onemilitant has ben neutralised and other is likely injured,” PRO Defence Lieutenant Colonel Devender Anand said.
A statement from the Army’s Northern Command said its personnel have been conducting “relentless intelligence-based operations to flush out a group of militants involved in an ambush on an Army truck in the Tota Gali area of Bhata Dhurian in Jammu region last month”—(KNO)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 6, 2023
Rajnath Singh Visits Rajouri; Reviews Army’s Preparedness, Security Situation

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Jammu, May 6 (GNS): Defence minister of India Rajnath Singh on Saturday took stock of the operational preparedness of the Army and the security situation along the “border” during his visit to Rajouri. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Pande and General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi were present during the review meeting held at the Army Base Camp, official sources said.
Rajnath Singh interacted with the soldiers and “commended their valour and zeal” while operating in “challenging situations”.
“He asserted that the Nation feels secure because of the unmatched courage, commitment and constant vigil of the soldiers of the Indian Army in difficult areas,” Rajnath Singh said as per an official statement sent to GNS.
“He motivated them to continue working with the same dedication and bravery, stating that the Government and the people of the country are with the Armed Forces always.”
Rajnath Singh also paid homage to the five elite soldiers who were killed in Rajouri in a blast amid encounter. “Their sacrifice will never be forgotten”, he said.
Rajnath’s visit along with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Pande comes amidst a militantry operation in the forest area of Rajouri. Five soldiers were killed and a Major ranked officer injured in the blast triggered by the militants in the woods. Army on Saturday said that one militant was killed and another was “likely” injured. (GNS)
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( With inputs from : thegnskashmir.com )

May 6, 2023
G20 Summit: Secy Health reviews health care preparedness in North Kashmir

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Srinagar, May 5 (GNS): Secretary Health & Medical Education, Bhupinder Kumar today visited various health care facilities of North Kashmir and reviewed preparedness of the department for the forthcoming G20 summit.
The Secretary was accompanied by Director Health Services, Kashmir, Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed Rather and other Divisional and District Level Health officers during the visit.
The Secretary, during the visit, inspected facilities at PHC Gulmarg, SDH Tangmarg, PHC Narbal, SDH Magam and RIHFW Dhobiwan.
He took a detailed review of the upgraded health facility and laid strict directions to the constructing agency to complete the works as per the deadline.
While inspecting the other health facilities, the Secretary expressed satisfaction over the status of logistics, human resource and equipments that have been augmented in view of the upcoming G20 summit.
He gave on spot directions to the Director Health Services Kashmir to further improve health care facilities at these facilities in view of the G20 summit.
The Secretary also emphasised on having fool proof well-coordinated system at the health care centres for smooth functioning of health care services during the summit.
On this occasion, Director Health Services Kashmir also apprised the Secretary about the status of health care delivery system and status of completion of various works as per the deadlines framed by the higher authorities.(GNS)

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( With inputs from : thegnskashmir.com )

May 5, 2023
Hyderabad: Haj House reviews arrangements for pilgrims

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Hyderabad: The Telangana Haj Committee has announced that the departure of batches of Haj pilgrims from Telangana for Haj 2023 will begin on June 7. The Hyderabad embarkation point is expected to see around 5,200 pilgrims leave for the Hajj. The announcement was made following a meeting held by the Telangana Haj Committee at Haj House recently.
During the meeting, arrangements for the Hajj camp and the departure and return of the pilgrims were finalized. Speaking to media persons after the meeting, Chairman Haj Committee Mr. Mohammed Saleem, Chairman, Telangana Waqf Board Mr. Masihullah Khan, and Executive Officer Mr. B. Shafiullah informed that the convoys will leave for Jeddah from Hyderabad between June 7 and 22, according to the schedule prepared by the Haj Committee of India. The return of the pilgrims is scheduled to begin on July 13, with the last convoy reaching Hyderabad on August 2.
Mr. Mohammed Saleem further informed that Vistara Airlines will be providing the services for Telangana pilgrims, and that 5,000 passports are being sent to the Haj Committee of India. He added that the government and its departments are providing full cooperation regarding the arrangements of the Hajj camp. The police, fire service, water works, medical and health, electricity, and GHMC will all be providing their services at the camp.

Under the new rules, pilgrims will have to obtain a fitness certificate after an inspection in government hospitals, and the schedule of vaccination will be announced soon. The tent of the Hajj camp will be fully air-conditioned, and pilgrims will leave for the airport by air-conditioned buses. A separate terminal will be provided for the pilgrims at the airport, where immigration and other essential procedures will be carried out.
According to Mohammad Saleem, the pilgrims will be sent to the airport from Hajj House four hours in advance. He also stated that there is no shortage of budget for Hajj arrangements and the government will release the necessary funds.
Pilgrims hailing from parts of Karnataka and Maharashtra will leave from Hyderabad, and the number of pilgrims from the Telangana Haj Committee is expected to be around 6,000. Additionally, 7,000 to 8,000 pilgrims are expected to leave from the Hyderabad Embarkation Point. On May 23, a coordination meeting of all departments has been convened at Haj House for Haj arrangements.
This year, the provision of 2100 riyals has been stopped to the pilgrims, so they will have to deposit the amount as expenses and purchase Saudi Riyals on their own. This year, 500 pilgrims will stay in Nizam Rubat, and the number is expected to increase.
From Telangana, 15 Khadim-ul-Hujjaj have been selected, and five have been placed on the waiting list. Khadim al-Hujjaj will be interviewed to assess their experience and abilities. The meeting was attended by Syed Nizamuddin Jafar Khan, Muhammad Sheikh Hameed, Syed Irfanul Haq, Naseeruddin, Mir Nadir Ali Rizvi, Asma Sultana, and Assistant Executive Officer Irfan Sharif.

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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

May 5, 2023
Lt Governor reviews Preparedness for G20 Meeting

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SRINAGAR, MAY 04: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting to discuss preparation for the G20 meeting at Srinagar.
The meeting was attended by Sh Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to Lt Governor; Sh Arvind Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, GoI (through virtual mode); Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary; Sh RK Goyal, ACS Home; Sh Dilbag Singh, DGP; Special Secretary & Joint Secretaries from G20 Secretariat, besides other senior officers. The meeting, organized with the aim of making upcoming event success with the cooperation of all the stakeholders, also reviewed various aspects of preparation.
“G20 is a matter of pride for the country. We should make concerted efforts to ensure successful conduct of G20 meeting in Srinagar,” the Lt Governor said.
The Lt Governor asked the departments to contribute enthusiastically to make the historic occasion a memorable one.
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( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

May 4, 2023
LG Sinha Reviews Preparedness For G20 Meeting

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SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting to discuss preparation for the G20 meeting at Srinagar.
The meeting was attended by Sh Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to Lt Governor; Sh Arvind Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, GoI (through virtual mode); Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary; Sh RK Goyal, ACS Home; Sh Dilbag Singh, DGP; Special Secretary & Joint Secretaries from G20 Secretariat, besides other senior officers. The meeting, organized with the aim of making upcoming event success with the cooperation of all the stakeholders, also reviewed various aspects of preparation.
“G20 is a matter of pride for the country. We should make concerted efforts to ensure successful conduct of G20 meeting in Srinagar,” the Lt Governor said.
The Lt Governor asked the departments to contribute enthusiastically to make the historic occasion a memorable one.(GNS)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 4, 2023
Div Com Kashmir reviews progress on Special Summary Revision at Anantnag & Kulgam

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ANANTNAG, MAY 02: In order to review the progress achieved under ongoing Special Summary Revision-2023 of Electoral Rolls in District Anantnag and Kulgam, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Biduri, here at Conference Hall Dak Banglow Khanabal.
At the outset, the Div Com took a detailed review of the progress achieved in the District under ongoing SSR-2023 and sought details about the number of fresh applications received, as well as the number of claims and objections.
He emphasised upon the concerned Electoral Registration Officers(EROs) and Assistant Electoral Registration Officers(AEROs) to conduct revisions according to guidelines of ECI as per notified schedule and expedite the process for achieving targets. He also asked them to ensure timely disposal of claims and objections.
The Div Com also enjoined upon the concerned EROs and AEROs to complete the revision of the special summary with 100 percent enrolment of eligible voters, including the addition of new voters and deletion of duplicate voters, within the extended date.
He stressed for organising special outreach programmes for young eligible electors particularly in educational Institutions of the district, as well as door-to-door campaigns for achieving set targets.
The Div Com further asked the EROs and AEROs to remain proactive to build awareness and activate all their resources for successful conduct of all SVEEP programmes across all Assembly segments of the District Anantnag and Kulgam with focused attention to ensure 100% registration of all eligible and ensure no elector is left unregistered keeping in view the limited time period to conduct the exercise.
He also emphasised on holding meetings with registered political parties and attaining the target of EP ratio.
The meeting was apprised that total electors in draft roll is 649982 with an EP ration of 51% in 07AC’s with 326051 male and 323941 female electorates. He was further informed that a total of 490 polling stations have been designated in Anantnag district.

Later, the Div Com held a meeting with representatives of Political Parties and discussed their role in registering the eligible voters and weeding out of in eligible voters. He further said that all polling stations must be within the radius of 2kms with all basic facilities.
DDC Anantnag Syeed Fakhrudin Hamid, DDC Kulgam Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-din, ADC Anantnag, Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) of Anantnag, Kulgam , Deputy District Election Officers of Anantnag, Kulgam, Assistant Electoral Registration officers(AEROs) of Anantnag, Kulgam, officials from District Election Authority and other concerned were present in the meeting.
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( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

May 2, 2023
Div Com Kashmir reviews progress on Special Summary Revision in Pulwama & Shopian at Circuit House Pulwama

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Pulwama, May 2 (GNS): In order to review the progress achieved under ongoing Special Summary Revision-2023 of Electoral Rolls in District Pulwama and Shopian, a meeting was held under the Chairmanship of Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Biduri, who is also the Electoral Roll Observer at Circuit House Pulwama.
Deputy Commissioner Pulwama, Basharat Qayoom, who is also District Election Officer (DEO), Pulwama and Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Faz Lul Haseeb (DEO), Shopian were also present on the occasion.
The Div Com took a detailed review of the progress achieved in the twin Districts under ongoing SSR-2023 and sought details about the number of fresh applications received, as well as the number of claims and objections.
Div Com emphasized upon the concerned Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) and Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) to conduct revisions according to guidelines of ECI as per notified schedule and expedite the process for achieving targets. He also asked them to ensure timely disposal of claims and objections.
Pertinently, the date for filing claims and objections regarding the Special Summary Revision of Photo Electoral Rolls has been extended to May 6, 2023.
The Div Com also enjoined upon the concerned EROs and AEROs to complete the revision of the special summary with 100 percent enrolment of eligible voters, including the addition of new voters and deletion of duplicate voters, within the extended date.
He stressed for organising special outreach programmes for young eligible electors particularly in educational institutions of the District, as well as door-to-door campaigns for achieving set targets.
The Div Com further asked the EROs and AEROs to remain proactive to build awareness and activate all their resources for successful conduct of all SVEEP programmes across all Assembly segments of the twin district Pulwama and district Shopian with focused attention to ensure 100% registration of all eligible and ensure no elector is left unregistered keeping in view the limited time period to conduct the exercise.

Div Com also emphasised on holding meetings with registered political parties and attaining the target of EP ratio.
During the meeting, the Div Com was informed that as many as 397614 voters are already registered in 4 Assembly segments of the district Pulwama with 197628 male and 199973 female electorates. He was further informed that a total of 469 polling stations have been designated in Pulwama.
Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), Assistant Electoral Registration Officers(AEROs), Deputy District Election Officers, officials from District Election Offices of twin districts and other concerned were present in the meeting.
Later, Div Com held an interactive meeting with recognized Political Parties of district Pulwama including NC, BJP, PDP and Apni Party on a broad range of issues concerning various matters pertaining to elections.
Div Com said that political parties are initiators of reforms and act as agents for mobilizing people and electors, enabling them to express their political choice and we consider political parties as the most important stakeholders in its endeavour to strengthen electoral democracy.
On this occasion, political parties also put forth some issues with regard to elections for quick redressal.
Div Com heard them patiently and assured that all their genuine issues would be looked into and directed the concerned for early redressal of their vital issues.(GNS)
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( With inputs from : thegnskashmir.com )

May 2, 2023
Div Com Kashmir Reviews G20 Summit Preparations

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SRINAGAR: The Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) of Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, emphasized the need for greater coordination and synergy among line departments to ensure the timely completion of developmental activities in the city and along routes leading to different destinations.
Bidhuri chaired a high-level meeting to review preparations for the G20 Summit in Kashmir, which was attended by various officials and representatives from different departments, including communication service providers and hotel managers.
During the meeting, Bidhuri directed the activation of the Control Room within two days to ensure that all necessary facilities are in place for the Summit. He also instructed communication service providers to strengthen the network by increasing the number of COW sites in specified areas.
Additionally, Bidhuri instructed the managers of Taj and Lalit hotels to renovate and enhance the aesthetics of their establishments and to make hospitality arrangements at the venues of SKICC and Golf Course.
Concerning the redevelopment of roads, Bidhuri directed the Chief Engineers of R&B and SSCL to blacktop all the roads included in the City’s beautification plan. He also issued instructions to concerned parties to cut grass along roads and routes, close manholes with lids, make water fountains functional, ensure smooth operation of street lights, remove debris and construction material from roads, and install hoardings and flexes.
Furthermore, Bidhuri directed the Director of Tourism to identify well-furnished and decorated Shikaras for the delegates’ ride during the Summit. RTO Kashmir was directed to identify and earmark twenty Tempo Travelers for dignitaries and ensure that drivers wear a uniform pattern of attire.
Finally, Bidhuri reprimanded the Project Management of NBCC for not completing the reconstruction work of the portion of Ali Jan road where the said agency has carried out developmental work. He also directed concerned officers to complete the works undertaken for the G20 Summit without delay. (KNO)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023