Devotees flock to Vaishno Devi on third day of Shardiya Navratri
Jammu and Kashmir, September 24, 2025 – Devotees from across the country continued to flock to the sacred Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills in Reasi district on the third day of the ongoing Shardiya Navratri festival, filling the air with chants of “Jai Mata Di” and vibrant religious fervor. The nine-day […]
SVEEP: Musical tunes inspire voter turnout at JU event
JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 26: An enthralling mega cultural SVEEP event was held today at Central Park, Jammu University, aimed at encouraging voter participation for the upcoming October 1 elections in the district.The event featured musical performances by popular singers Juhi Singh, Vanshika Jaral and Punjabi artist Sangram Hanjra, who energised the crowd, particularly the youth, urging […]
DC Jammu seeks explanation from absentee health staff
JAMMU, AUGUST 30: Deputy Commissioner, Sachin Kumar Vaishya conducted a surprise inspection of the Tehsil Office and the Government Health & Wellness Centre Pargwal.Additional District Development Commissioner Sher Singh accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the inspection tour.At the Tehsil Office, the Deputy Commissioner scrutinised the Service Plus portal and evaluated the office’s adherence to Public […]
DC Jammu inaugurates job fair under SANKALP Scheme
JAMMU, JULY 18: Deputy Commissioner, Sachin Kumar Vaishya, inaugurated a job fair under the SANKALP Scheme at the District Employment & Counselling Centre Jammu. Assistant Director Employment, Mukhlis Ali was also present at the occasion.The event took place at the Employment Complex Toph Sherkhania marking a significant step towards empowering the youth and job seekers […]
DC Jammu reviews Independence Day preparations
JAMMU, JULY 15: Deputy Commissioner, Sachin Kumar Vaishya chaired a meeting today to assess the arrangements for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations in the district.The meeting brought together senior officers including the Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation, Rahul Yadav, SSP Traffic Faisal Qureshi, ADC Ansuya Jamwal, Sub Divisional Magistrates, Executive Engineers and officers from the Police […]
DC Jammu reviews anti-flood measures
JAMMU, JUNE 29: Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya chaired a meeting to review the flood preparedness in the district, here today. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Sher Singh, irrigation department engineers, Executive Officers of Municipalities and other concerned officers.The DC issued several key directives to the concerned departments asking them to […]
DC Jammu stresses rainwater harvesting as crucial
JAMMU, JUNE 15: Deputy Commissioner, Sachin Kumar Vaishya has placed emphasis on implementing rainwater harvesting in rural areas. Considering the challenges of the future, he says, it is important that all officers involved in rural development integrate rainwater harvesting schemes and initiatives into their work.In a meeting with Block Development Officers, Deputy Commissioner assessed the […]
DC Jammu for discipline, punctuality in Education sector
JAMMU, JUNE 14: We need to ensure punctuality and foster initiative and ingenuity among the teaching staff for improvement in the education sector, said Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya while reviewing the status of the education sector in the district.He urged that ZEOs set targets in improving the overall academic performance of government schools in […]
DC Jammu reviews Eid- Ul- Azha preparedness
JAMMU, JUNE 11: In anticipation of the Eid-Ul-Azha, the Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya led a comprehensive meeting to review arrangements for a seamless and joyous celebration.The meeting attended by district officers and representatives from line departments, focused on key aspects crucial for successful festivities.The Jammu Municipal Corporation was directed to intensify efforts to maintain […]
DC discusses delimitation of municipalities in Jammu District
JAMMU, MAY 17: Deputy Commissioner, Sachin Kumar Vaishya chaired a meeting to deliberate on the delimitation of municipal wards across the district, including the Jammu Municipal Corporation. This initiative aligns with the directives issued by the State Election Commission.During the meeting, the DEO underscored the importance of conducting the delimitation process strictly in accordance with […]