Health check-ups for sanitation workers in Ramnagar
Ramnagar, 22 September , 2025: As part of Sewa Parv celebrations, comprehensive health check-ups were conducted for swachhta grahis across all panchayats of Block Ramnagar. The initiative underscores the administration’s commitment to the health, safety, and dignity of sanitation workers, who form the backbone of cleanliness and hygiene in the community. Medical teams carried out […]
BSF organises free mobile medical camp for flood-affected villages in Rajouri
Rajouri, September 10: The Border Security Force (BSF) organised a free mobile medical camp in the far-flung and remote villages of Rajouri district to provide much-needed healthcare services to people affected by the recent floods in Jammu and Kashmir. Medical teams from the BSF attended to hundreds of patients, offering basic treatment, medicines, and health […]
Jal Shakti and MC Udhampur launch water contamination awareness campaign
Udhampur, September 7, 2025 – The Jal Shakti Department Udhampur, in collaboration with the Municipal Council (MC) Udhampur, has launched a special awareness drive to combat water contamination and promote safe drinking water practices across the town. The initiative, aimed at safeguarding public health, utilizes loudspeaker announcements playing jingles to educate residents on preventing waterborne diseases and maintaining clean water sources.The campaign comes in response to heightened concerns over water […]
Municipal council Udhampur initiates cleanliness drive to prevent water-borne diseases
UDHAMPUR, MARCH 23, 2022 – The Municipal Council Udhampur, under the leadership of President Dr. Jogeshwar Gupta, conducted a comprehensive cleanliness and sanitation drive at Devika Park, aimed at promoting public health and raising awareness about water-borne diseases in Udhampur town. The initiative saw active participation from Scouts & Guides, teachers from Bhartiya Vidya Mandir […]
CM Omar Abdullah orders crackdown on unsafe food sales in J&K
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 11, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting today to address the alarming issue of unsafe food, particularly unsafe meat and meat products, in Jammu & Kashmir, with a focus on the Kashmir Valley. Emphasizing zero tolerance for public health violations, he announced stringent measures to curb food safety violations and […]
Dr. Sakina Itoo pays surprise late-night visit to JVC hospital
Srinagar , July 24, 2025-In a bold move emphasising transparency and commitment to public welfare, Hon’ble Cabinet Minister for Health and Medical Education, Dr. Sakina Itoo, carried out a surprise late-night inspection at JVC Hospital Bemina in Srinagar at 11:30 PM on Wednesday. The unannounced visit aimed to assess the quality of healthcare services, availability […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews PM TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan progress in J&K
Srinagar, July 8, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level review meeting with Deputy Commissioners (DCs), health officials, and key stakeholders to assess the implementation and progress of the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (PMTBMBA) in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The meeting focused on accelerating efforts to eliminate tuberculosis […]
Doda’s trauma hospital Khellani bolsters healthcare with IPD expansion
Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, May 7, 2025 – In a major boost to healthcare infrastructure in Doda, the In-Patient Department at Trauma Hospital Khellani has doubled its capacity from 3 to 6 beds, strengthening patient care and reducing the need for referrals to distant medical facilities. The expansion, led by Block Medical Officer Assar Dr. […]
09 Hooper Dumper vehicles flagged off for village sanitation in Shopian to boost Swachh Bharat Mission
Shopian, May 2, 2025 – In a landmark move to advance rural cleanliness, Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir launched nine hooper dumper vehicles dedicated to village sanitation on Wednesday. This initiative, a cornerstone of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen , aims to revolutionise waste management, promote hygiene, and propel the region toward achieving Open Defecation […]
Jammu and Kashmir braces for dry spell and heat wave
Srinagar, April 27, 2025 – The Meteorological Department has forecast a prolonged dry spell and potential heat wave across Jammu and Kashmir, with hot and dry conditions expected to persist until May 1, 2025. The advisory, issued by the department’s Srinagar center, warns of rising temperatures, particularly in the Jammu division, where heat wave conditions […]