Author: News Desk Kashmir Ahead

Katra, 17,September 2025: Devotees undertaking the sacred Vaishno Devi pilgrimage extended heartfelt birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of his 75th birthday. The celebrations came with a renewed spirit as the Vaishno Devi Yatra resumed today after remaining suspended for 22 days due to a devastating landslide that had blocked the pilgrimage route. The suspension, caused by heavy rainfall and subsequent landslides, had left thousands of devotees waiting to embark on the spiritual journey to the holy shrine in Trikuta Hills. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) confirmed that safety checks were completed and…

LG Manoj Sinha Hails J&K Police’s Initiative Jashn-e-Dal of Empowering Youth, Strengthening Trust The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the concluding cerremony of the three-day Water Sports festival ‘Jashn-e-Dal’ held in Srinagar. I especially congratulate all the players and medal winners from the bottom of my heart. I am sure that this event would have given new energy and inspiration to the emerging players. The first important thing that I notice in the entire scheme is that the J&K police, on one hand, works day and night to keep the public safe and for their…

Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – Thakur Randhir Singh, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Kalakote-Sunderbani constituency in Jammu and Kashmir, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at the Raj Bhavan here today. The meeting, part of routine legislative engagements, provided an opportunity for the BJP leader to discuss key developmental issues affecting his constituency in Rajouri district.Accompanying Singh, a prominent figure in regional politics representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the interaction focused on local priorities such as infrastructure enhancement, youth employment schemes, and welfare programs for border areas. Singh, who secured victory in the 2024 Jammu and Kashmir Assembly…

Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – In a proactive step to support the horticulture sector amid ongoing highway disruptions, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg conducted an extensive field visit to Aglar Fruit Mandi in Shopian, Mughal Road, and Peer Ki Gali today. The tour focused on ensuring the smooth evacuation of fruit-laden vehicles and addressing logistical challenges faced by growers and traders due to the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) closures caused by heavy rains and landslides.Accompanied by Director FCS&CA Owais Ahmad, Deputy Commissioner Shopian Shishir Gupta, SSP Shopian Anayat Ali, SSP Traffic, and officials from the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), traffic departments, and district administrations of Shopian and Poonch, Garg interacted…

Pulwama, September 16, 2025 – In a stirring call to action, promising Hockey player Avishra Ali Lone from Pulwama has urged residents across Jammu and Kashmir to actively join the nationwide Sewa Parv initiative, running from September 17 to October 2, 2025. The young athlete, known for her dedication to the sport amid the region’s growing hockey infrastructure, emphasized that collective service efforts are key to building a stronger, more inclusive India under the vision of Viksit Bharat.Avishra Ali Lone, who has been training at the district’s under-construction astroturf stadium—the first of its kind in Pulwama—shared her message via social media, highlighting how community participation in Sewa Parv can drive…

Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – In a heartwarming initiative to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community, the India Reserve Police (IRP) 6th Battalion of Jammu and Kashmir Police organized a Civic Action Programme at Government Boys School, Natipora, in Srinagar. The event saw the distribution of educational kits, including school bags and essential accessories, to dozens of underprivileged students, fostering a spirit of goodwill and emphasizing the importance of education.The programme, part of the J&K Police’s ongoing efforts to strengthen police-community relations, aimed to provide material support while promoting values like discipline, social harmony, and academic excellence. Over 50 students benefited from the donations, which included high-quality school…

Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – In a significant move to address the ongoing challenges plaguing the vital Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), Chief Minister Omar Abdullah joined a high-level virtual meeting chaired by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari. The session, held today, focused on expediting the restoration of the critically damaged highway, which has been severely impacted by recent heavy rains and landslides, leading to prolonged disruptions in traffic movement and essential supplies. The meeting, attended via videoconference by senior officials from the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), and key stakeholders from Jammu and Kashmir—including CM Omar Abdullah, his cabinet colleagues, and divisional…

Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level review meeting today to bolster telecom and digital communications infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing the urgent need to extend reliable mobile and internet services to remote villages, dark zones, and even railway tunnels. The session underscored connectivity as a vital enabler for governance, education, healthcare, tourism, and overall socio-economic development in the region.Attended by Minister for Information Technology Satish Sharma, Advisor to the CM Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary Dheeraj Gupta, several administrative secretaries, and BSNL officials, the meeting delved into the progress…

Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – The 10th State Level Pencak Silat Championship 2025-26 concluded on a high note at the Indoor Stadium Polo Ground here, reinforcing Jammu and Kashmir’s growing stature as a vibrant sports hub under the #BadaltaKashmir narrative. The three-day event, held from September 12 to 14, drew an impressive participation of around 1,200 athletes from schools, colleges, clubs, and academies across the Union Territory, showcasing the region’s burgeoning talent in the traditional Indonesian martial art of Pencak Silat.Organized by the Pencak Silat Association of J&K in collaboration with the J&K Sports Council, the championship featured intense competitions across…

Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader and Bijbehara Constituency Incharge Iltija Mufti met with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today to highlight the dire crisis engulfing the region’s vital apple industry due to the prolonged shutdown of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway (NH-44). The closure, triggered by heavy rains and flash floods since late August, has stranded thousands of fruit-laden trucks, threatening massive economic losses for growers and traders in the Kashmir Valley.Mufti, daughter of PDP president Mehbooba Mufti, apprised the LG of the mounting distress faced by apple farmers, whose perishable produce risks spoilage amid…