Tag: Shrines

SRINAGAR: In view of the Holy Month of Ramadan and forthcoming Shab-e-Qadr and Eid ul Fitr, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri conducted an extensive visit of Shrines and Mosques in Srinagar.

He was accompanied by Addl Commissioner Kashmir, Qazi Sarwar, Commissioner SMC & CEO Smart City, Athar Amir; officers of line departments including Power, PHE, R&B, Sanitation, SMC, Waqf Board etc.

During his review of the availability of electric and drinking water facilities, the Div Com instructed the concerned authorities to ensure uninterrupted services for the convenience of devotees who visit the Shrines and Mosques. Additionally, he directed them to illuminate Dargah Hazratbal, Dastageer Sahib Shrine and Imambarah to create a festive ambience. He also urged the Dargah Hazratbal Management Committee and SMC to restore the currently non-functional water fountain in the Shrine’s frontier lawn as soon as possible.

During his review, the Div Com issued instructions for the maintenance of the premises by directing the concerned authorities to perform grass cutting and landscape development, along with repairing the railings. Additionally, he called for a continuous dog catching drive at the Hazratbal Shrine to ensure the safety of visitors and the sanctity of the holy place. He also urged for the renovation works at Dastageer Sahib to be accelerated and for the development of a separate Wazu Khana for women at the Shrine.

During his visit to the Imambarah Zadibal, the Divisional Commissioner was informed by the Committee about the need for expanding the premises and addressing issues related to road widening, and he was requested to intervene in this matter. Additionally, the Div Com issued immediate directives to the PDD and PHE officials to ensure uninterrupted supply of electricity and drinking water to the Imambarah.

Bidhuri during the visit paid obeisance at Dastageer Sahib Shrine & Imambarah Zadibal during which he prayed for peace & prosperity of Kashmir. (KNO)