Sakeena Itoo: Strong foundations in education key to building future India

Srinagar, November 1,2025: Senior leader and former Minister Sakeena Itoo reiterated the government’s strong commitment to strengthening the foundational education system in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasising that early childhood and primary education form the backbone of a progressive and inclusive society. Speaking at an education awareness programme in South Kashmir, Sakeena Itoo highlighted the need […]
Sakeena Itoo flags off Red Run 2025 for HIV/AIDS awareness

Srinagar, October 15, 2025: Minister Sakeena Itoo flagged off the Red Run 2025 in Srinagar, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about HIV/AIDS and promoting healthy lifestyles among youth. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 800 students across the region. Addressing the gathering, Minister Itoo emphasised the critical role of young people in tackling […]
Sakeena Itoo inaugurates newly constructed PHC at Devsar Kulgam

Kulgam, September 20, 2025: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited Devsar Kulgam and inaugurated a newly constructed Primary Health Centre (PHC).MLA Devsar, Peerzada Feroz Ahmad Shah; senior officers of district administration, health department, besides a large number of locals were also present on the occasion.Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that the new PHC will greatly benefit the local population by providing accessible and quality healthcare services near their vicinities.She reiterated the government’s commitment to expanding health infrastructure in rural and far-flung areas so that no one is deprived of basic medical facilities.Highlighting some remarkable initiatives launched by Government in health sector, the Minister urged health […]
J&K Health Minister Sakeena Itoo welcomes PM Modi’s ‘Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan’ launch

SRINAGAR, September 18, 2025 – In a significant step towards empowering women’s health nationwide, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, virtually participated in the grand launch of the ‘Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan’ (Healthy Women, Empowered Families Campaign) by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh. The event, held on September […]
Sakeena Itoo, Nasir Aslam Wani review flood situation in Anantnag and Shopian

Anantnag, September 3,2025:Minister for Health, Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, along with Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, visited Anantnag district to take first-hand stock of the prevailing flood situation in south Kashmir. During the visit, the Minister and Advisor inspected the flood gauge station at Sangam and reviewed the […]
Education Minister Sakeena Itoo chairs key review meeting at Civil Secretariat in Srinagar

Srinagar, August 21, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir’s Minister for Education, Health, and Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo, chaired a significant meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar to review developmental and educational initiatives. The meeting focused on enhancing the quality of education, improving infrastructure, and addressing public welfare concerns in the region.The agenda included discussions […]
Research-driven education key to addressing contemporary challenges: Sakeena Itoo

JAMMU, AUGUST 20: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo said that research-driven education is the key to addressing contemporary challenges and building a knowledge-based society. She was speaking after inaugurating the Two-Day International Conference on Emerging Trends in Multidisciplinary Research (ICETMR-2025), organised by Government Gandhi Memorial (GGM) Science College […]
Omar Abdullah leads NEP-2020 push at Srinagar Education Conclave

Srinagar, August 20, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reaffirmed the government’s commitment to building a robust, inclusive, and future-ready education system during the One-Day Educational Stakeholders Conclave on the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. Organised by the Directorate of School Education Kashmir […]
Sakeena Itoo stresses collective action for drug-free Jammu & Kashmir

Srinagar, July 21 — Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today underscored the urgent need for collective and sustained efforts to eradicate the growing menace of drug abuse in Jammu and Kashmir. She was addressing a day-long seminar titled “Drug-Free Kashmir: A Practical Step Towards a Drug-Free Society” at […]
CM Omar Abdullah launches project 13 13 for women’s healthcare in Jammu

Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated Project 13 13 at National Hospital in Jammu, marking a significant milestone in providing affordable and quality healthcare tailored for women in Jammu and Kashmir. The pioneering initiative, aimed at making surgical interventions accessible, allows women to undergo surgeries for as […]