President felicitates DC Abhishek Sharma
Rajouri, November 19, 2025 – In a momentous recognition of excellence in water conservation and community-driven environmental initiatives, Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma (@Abhi1shrma), was honored with the Jal Sanchay–Jan Bhagidari Award by President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at a grand ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The award celebrates […]
Kulgam DC Athar Aamir Khan reviews progress of Jal Shakti Abhiyan and catch the rain 2025 initiatives
KULGAM, April 30, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan (IAS), chaired a review meeting today at the Mini-Secretariat in Kulgam to assess the implementation status of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan and Catch the Rain 2025 initiatives in the district. The meeting focused on evaluating ongoing efforts to promote water conservation, rainwater […]
DC Shopian chairs block diwas at Zainapora
Srinagar, April 09, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar, chaired a Block Diwas programme at Zainapora in Shopian district, engaging directly with the local community to address issues of public importance. The event, held on Wednesday, provided a platform for residents to voice their concerns, ranging from infrastructure needs to essential services, […]
Jal Shakti Baramulla marks World Water Day 2025 with Minga Sherpa for water conservation
Baramulla, March 22, 2025 – The Jal Shakti Department in Baramulla marked World Water Day 2025 with a series of events aimed at promoting water conservation and raising awareness about sustainable water management. Held on Saturday, the celebrations aligned with the global theme of glacier preservation, as highlighted by the United Nations, and the nationwide […]
World Water Day 2025: LG Manoj Sinha champions clean & safe water for J&K
Kashmir I March 22, 2025- On World Water Day, celebrated , Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha of Jammu & Kashmir emphasised the critical role of water in sustaining life and called for collective action to ensure “clean & safe water” for all. Addressing an event in Jammu, LG Manoj Sinha urged the people of J&K to […]
DDC Reasi Nidhi Malik IAS reviews progress of Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the rain 2024-25 ahead of World Water Day
Reasi, March 21, 2025 – District Development Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik IAS, chaired a meeting to assess the progress and planning for the Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain 2024-25 campaign. The initiative, aimed at promoting rainwater harvesting, community awareness, and sustainability, underscores the district’s commitment to water conservation. During the review, DDC Malik emphasized […]
Rainfall eases deficit, but monitoring for future challenges continues, says Divisional Commissioner
March 15, 2025 – Recent rainfall has offset a prolonged rain deficit in the region, according to the Divisional Commissioner, though authorities remain on alert for potential challenges ahead. In a statement issued today, the Divisional Commissioner said, “Our rain deficit is compensated, but still we are monitoring the situation.” The announcement follows weeks of […]
RS Pura: Resilience and innovation amidst agricultural challenges
Kashmir, March 06, 2025 | 10:00 AM In the heart of Jammu’s RS Pura, a region renowned for its aromatic basmati rice, farmers are showing remarkable resilience as they face an array of challenges threatening both their livelihoods and the agricultural legacy passed down through generations. RS Pura, often called the “Basmati Bowl” of India, […]
Man on a mission: Manzoor Wangnoo leads NLCO team to restore 11th spring in Srinagar
Srinagar, March 05, 2025 – Under the determined leadership of Manzoor Ahmad Wangnoo, fondly known as the “Man on a Mission” and Chairman of the Nigeen Lake Conservation Organisation (NLCO), a collaborative effort has been launched to restore the 11th spring in the Kashmir Valley. Teaming up with the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) and the […]
Holistic agricultural transformation: LG Manoj Sinha’s vision for Sustainable Growth in J&K
The core of this program lies in promoting sustainable farming practices that not only boost productivity but also ensure the protection of natural resources. By training farmers and agricultural workers in areas such as organic farming, water conservation, crop diversification, and the use of technology, the UT government hopes to create a resilient agricultural ecosystem […]