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SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 02: Governor Satya Pal Malik participated in the state level Grand Finale/Felicitation Ceremony of “Swachhata Hi Seva” Campaign organized jointly by the Housing and Urban Development Department and School Education Department at the SKICC here today.
 “Swachhata Hi Seva” campaign was launched from 15th September-2nd October 2018, as a precursor to the launch of the year long 150thbirth anniversary celebrations of Mahatma Gandhi and in the run up to the 4th anniversary celebrations of “Swachh Bharat Mission”.
The Campaign witnessed large scale participation by the citizenry in the form of voluntary service for cleanliness, clean and green drives, Swachhta pledges, rallies, Swachhta competitions in educational institutions, wall paintings, plogging drives (picking garbage while jogging) etc.
The winners of various competitions organized during this Campaign were felicitated by Governor on the occasion.
Sh. Khurshid Ahmad Ganai, Advisor to Governor, Sh. BVR Subrahmanyam, Sh. K.B. Agrawal, Financial Commissioner HUDD, Sh. Ajit Kumar Sahu, Secretary School Education, among many other distinguished Guests were present on the occasion.
 Paying tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary on 2nd October, 2014, Governor observed that Mahatma Gandhi had cleanliness and sanitation closest to his heart. He had made cleanliness and sanitation an integral part of the Gandhian way of living and mentioned that Mahatma Gandhi had a rule in his ‘ashram’ for self cleaning of toilets. Governor noted that all religions and philosophies of the world have emphasized importance of cleanliness and hygiene for the overall health of individuals and societies.
Governor observed that India gained freedom under the leadership of Gandhiji, but his dream of a clean India is still unfulfilled. To fulfill  this dream, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a nationwide sanitation campaign, 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ on 2nd October 2014 to provide sanitation facilities to every Indian, including toilets, solid and liquid waste disposal systems, village sanitation, and safe and adequate drinking water supply by 2nd October, 2019. 
Governor congratulated the State Administration for their efforts in making the State 100% Open Defecation Free. He observed that due to sustained efforts of all stakeholders, Jammu and Kashmir has achieved 100 per cent toilet coverage and has become Open Defecation Free (ODF), one year in advance. He also lauded the efforts of Education Department in this regard.
Governor emphasized that cleanliness is most important for physical well-being and a healthy environment and it is essential for everyone to learn about cleanliness, hygiene, sanitation and the various diseases that are caused due to poor hygienic conditions.  He expressed special concern for women who suffer from health ailments due to lack of toilet facilities in our homes. He observed that cleanliness generates a positive frame of mind which is crucial for making us lead a purposeful life.
Governor urged people to follow the Gandhian principles of Truth, Non –Violence and Satyagraha while dealing with various issues and appealed that these Principles should be followed in our fight for ensuring cleanliness in our surroundings. Governor remarked that small steps lead to achieving big objectives and we should never hesitate to contribute our little bit for the benefit of the society irrespective of impact it generates.
 Governor gave away cash prize to the students of Govt Higher Secondary School Kothi Bagh for their quality Song and Skit performances on the occasion.
 Advisor Ganai emphasized the relevance of Gandhian thoughts in resolving various contemporary issues facing the world and urged the gathering particularly the students to always follow the path of truth and non-violence in their life. He also enumerated the activities undertaken by the School Education department during the fortnightly “Swachhata Hi Seva” Campaign and announced winners of various competitions organized during this period.
BVR Subrahmanyam highlighted the importance of “Swachhata Hi Seva” Campaign and urged people to help government authorities in keeping cities and villages clean and green.
 Documentaries of events organized under the Campaign by the HUDD and School Education Department were screened on the occasion and ‘Swachhta’ pledge was taken by all participants.

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SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 24: Governor Satya Pal Malik addressed the Convocation of the National Institute of Technology Srinagar held at the SKICC here today. Prof. Ved Prakash, former Chairman UGC, was the Guest of Honour.
 Governor presented 47 Gold Medals to M.Tech, MSc and B.Tech toppers for the year  2016, 2017 and 2018. 49 Ph. D; 2 M.Phil, 291 M.Tech., 9 MSc., 1,575 B.Tech degrees were awarded during the Convocation.
 Governor, in his Address, wished a very bright future to all alumni who received degrees and medals at the Convocation. He complimented the Director and all his colleagues, staff and the students for the good work which is being done in the NIT and observed that in spite of facing varied challenges, the Institute stood by its commitment of academic excellence. 
 Emphasising the crucial importance of education, Governor observed that progress of  any society depends on the value it attaches to strengthening  and safeguarding  its institutions of knowledge. He remarked that societies which progressed, have in most difficult times too, shown resolute commitment towards safeguarding their educational institutions. Calling for unwavering attention to studies, Governor noted that it is the most valuable tool for capacity building, achieving distinction and contributing towards society.
 Describing educated youth as the most valuable asset of any country, Governor observed that the policy makers need to provide ample opportunities and platforms to youth so that their abilities can be gainfully  used in the best possible interests of  the nation and  for the progress of humanity.
 Governor observed that the passing out students now have the responsibility to work for the growth and development of the society and they should discharge this obligation by setting examples in their professional work and personal lives. He advised the passing out  students to never compromise on  integrity while discharging their duties.
Earlier, Prof. Rakesh Sehgal, Director NIT, presented the  Director’s Address and highlighted the achievements of the NIT.
Present on the occasion were  Sh. Khurshid Ahmed Ganai, Advisor to Governor; Vice Chancellors of various Universities; members of the Faculty; students; parents of the students and many distinguished guests.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:48:00 PM 0

Justice Sanjay Kishan Koul to inaugurate 3-day workshop at SKICC on Oct 5
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 24: Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey, Judge JK High Court, today chaired a meeting to finalize the arrangements regarding 3-day State Level Mediation Training Workshop to be held from 5th to 7th October at Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) here.
The meeting was attended by Justice Tashi Rabstan, Justice MK Hanjura, Chief Secretary BVR Subrahmanyam, Director General of Police Dilbagh Singh, Principal Secretary Hospitality and Protocol, Rohit Kansal, Secretary Law, Abdul Majid Bhat, Director Information, Tariq Ahmad Zargar and other senior officers of the Judiciary, Police and Civil administration.
The meeting was informed that the Jammu and Kashmir High Court and Mediation and Conciliation Committee with the support of JK High Court and JK Government is organizing a 3-day State Level Mediation Training Workshop from 5th to 7th October at SKICC Srinagar and will be inaugurated by Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Judge Supreme Court.
The meeting discussed in detail and deliberated upon the arrangements to be made in connection with the state level workshop. About 150 dignitaries, guests and participants have been invited to attend the workshop including judges of JK High Court, Delhi High Court, Resource Persons, judicial officers, and advocates.
Justice Magrey asked the officials to put in place all requisite arrangements to ensure hassle-free conduct of the workshop including providing accommodation, boarding, lodging, security and other necessary arrangements.
During the meeting, Chief Secretary assured the chair that all requisite arrangements will be put in place for the smooth conduct of the workshop and that all the concerned officials have been directed to make necessary arrangements well in time.
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SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 20: The Department of Tourism is going to organize the second edition of PHD Golf tourism conclave and tournament fromSeptember22-23, 2018 at Srinagar.
The second edition will be held in association with J&K Golf Development & Management Authority, RSGC and the PHD Chamber.  
The Tourism Conclave will be held on September 22 at SKICC and the Golf Tournament on 23 September at Royal Springs Golf Course.
“The objective of organizing the conclave and tournament is to promote the golf courses of Jammu and Kashmir. This will not only boost the tourism sector but also bring it on the international and domestic tourism map,” a statement of the Tourism Department said.
Ministry of Tourism officials, Embassies and High Commissions, Indian & Foreign Golf Tour Operators, State and International Tourism Boards, Hoteliers, Airlines, Indian Golf Professionals, Golf Event Managers and Media will attend the programme.
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Hello Jammu News at 7:23:00 PM 0

Conference of DCs, SSPs
Disability Rehabilitation Center to come up in every district
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 20: Principal Secretary Finance, Navin Kumar Choudhary has asked Deputy Commissioners to prioritize completion of languishing infrastructure projects in their respective districts during the current financial year.
Addressing the joint conference of Administrative Secretaries, Deputy Commissioners and District Police Chiefs at SKICC here last evening, Navin asked Deputy Commissioners to prepare a detailed project-wise schematic break-up of all such languishing infrastructure projects as these are proposed to be funded under the JK Infrastructure Development Finance Corporation (JKIDFC). He directed them to make a list of such projects in the order of priority so that these projects can be completed with assured funding without any further delay.
He told the Deputy Commissioners that once the funds are released they have to give assurance about the completion of these languishing projects by the end of current financial year.
While responding to the issues raised by the DCs, Navin said Accounts Officers will shortly be deputed to all DC offices to act as financial advisors to the Deputy Commissioners office.
Principal Secretary Health and Medical Education, Atal Dulloo while interacting with the DCs asked them to regularly monitor the Health Indicators of their respective district that will determine the healthcare scenario of the district. He said efforts are on the improve the health infrastructure in the State under National Health Mission and urged the DCs to cooperate with their district health officials so that the best healthcare services are provided to the people.
He also discussed the preparations for Measles Rubella vaccination campaign with the DCs and sought their cooperation for its success.
Speaking at the conference, Principal Secretary Planning and Development, Rohit Kansal advised the Deputy Commissioners to prepare comprehensive project reports of infrastructure projects including the necessary components so that these projects would be completed on time. He also asked them to allocate funds to the projects under district plan as per the importance of each project so that these projects don't suffer for want of funds.
Commissioner Secretary Forests, Manoj Diwedi suggested the Deputy Commissioners to start special anti-encroachment drive in their respective districts so that the forest land would be retrieved from encroachers. He also suggested them to expedite the process of issuing forest clearance certificates for the projects of immediate public importance.
Commissioner Secretary Power Hirdesh Kumar Singh said the department aims to electrify all un-electrified hamlets of the State by 30, November 2018 and the efforts are on to accomplish the mission. He said that round the clock power supply will be provided to households by the end of next year.
Secretary Social Welfare, Dr Farooq Ahmad Lone said the Department is planning to set up a District Disability Rehabilitation Centers in all the un-served districts for providing comprehensive services to the persons with disabilities. He asked the DCs to identify suitable land for the purpose.
Saying that the Department of Social Welfare is involved in the uplift of weaker sections of society through different schemes and programmes and it is important that Deputy Commissioners closely monitor their implementation, he observed that suggestions from Deputy Commissioners would further help in achieving the desired objective of these schemes at grass root level.
Secretary Youth Services and Sports and Information, Sarmad Hafeez said that under the aegis of Khelo India programme, Rs 10 lakh have been earmarked for each district for the creation of better sports infrastructure and coaching facilities of international standards.
He advised the Deputy Commissioners to involve youth in different sports promotion programmes and also lauded the role of DCs and SPs in making the Khelo India a grand success in the state.
Sarmad also said that Information department has recently posted District Information Officers in districts for effective coverage of government programmes.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:11:00 PM 0

JK’s Building Permissions Regime to be simplified: CS
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 11: Housing & Urban Development Department today organized day-long “Builders-cum-Real Estate Investors Conference” at SKICC, Srinagar.
The conference was organized to seek feed-back of the stakeholders so that a robust framework for Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in housing, particularly affordable housing, could be evolved in the State.
Speaking at the conference, Chief Secretary, B V R Subrahmanyam said that the Business Process Re-engineering required to simplify the building permissions regime in the State shall be carried out in a time-bound manner so as to make it friendly for the common citizens as well as investors keen on participate in the organized growth of the housing sector in the State.
The event was presided over by Financial Commissioner, H&UDD, K B Agarwal and was attended by senior officers of the Department including Secretary, Anil Kumar, Development Commissioner Works, VC SDA, VC JDA and MD Housing Board.
The conference saw participation of a large number of builders and real-estate investors from within and outside the state.
The stakeholders put forth their views on various issues involved in housing sector and the steps required to encourage participation of private sector in the initiative of the Government to provide housing for all.
The need for providing organized housing to counter the development of illegal and unorganized colonies and haphazard expansion of urban sprawl in all the regions of the State, was strongly felt. The feed-back received from the stakeholders shall be factored in while framing the policy framework for PPP in housing sector.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:35:00 PM 0

'Become job creators instead of job seekers'
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 06: Advisor to Governor, Khurshid Ahmad Ganai today emphasized on the need for upgradation of polytechnics and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) to increase the job prospects of youth and to meet the skilled labour demand of industrial sector of State.
The Advisor Ganai said this in a pre-placement awareness cum counselling programme, “Career Excellence” organized by Department of Technical Education in collaboration with Soz-e-Kashmir, here at SKICC on Thursday.
Secretary Technical Education Mohammad Javed Khan, Director Technical Education Anoo Malhotra, Hotelier and Chairman PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), Kashmir chapter Mushtaq Chaya, Managing Director Jamkash Vehicleades Irfan Ahmad, Chairman Soz-e-Kashmir Syed Burhan Andrabi along with huge gathering of students from ITIs and polytechnics of Valley, and entrepreneurs were present in the function.
Addressing the gathering, the Advisor said there is an urgent need for upgradation of ITIs and polytechnics in the State so that human resource trained from these centres could match with the latest demands of the industrial sector.
The Advisor said it would be unfair on the part of youth to expect them to start their own entrepreneurial venture when they are not getting trained in the latest technological sciences. He urged that the society has to prepare for the next industrial revolution and for that new training module including Artificial Intelligence, automation services etc should be looked into.
Ganai said besides, introducing new courses, the focus should also be laid on investing to improve the infrastructure in the State training centres. Students can learn better if they are provided with a conducive learning environment. 
Ganai said although every now and then Government acquires land to create a land-bank so that industrial units are established there, however, not every business nowadays requires land for the establishment.  He said these days entrepreneurs start their ventures from a single room or from a small shop and soon they turn it into a million-dollar business with their innovation and creativity.
Reiterating upon the youth to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, the Advisor said that instead of running after public sector jobs, if youth with their skill set can start their own venture, they can not only provide job to themselves but to many others. 
He said the State is fortunate enough to have 65 per cent of its population of the age group 35 years and below. Therefore, it is important to make best use of young and energetic human resource, he said.
Expressing his optimism for better job prospects for the State youth, the Advisor said with leading entrepreneurs of State assuring that they would adjust most of the skilled youth in their businesses, the prospects of mitigating the unemployment issue seems quite bright.
Earlier, Secretary Technical Education informed that in last two years 1500 state youth who had received training in various disciplines at various ITIs and polytechnics, were adjusted in the local industrial sector.
Speaking on the occasion, Director Technical Education talked about various initiatives taken by the department for ensuring the better job prospects for their students.
Hotelier Mushtaq Chaya thanked the Government for providing such kind of skilled workers to the industrial sector. He said there is a great demand for skilled labour in the State and to use their services industrialists, especially hoteliers, people with construction businesses are willing to pay good perks.
He requested the youth to give up their desire of a Government job and instead think about private sector, where a skilled person earns handsomely.
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Asks students, parents to extend gratitude, support to encourage teachers
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 05: Advisor to Governor, Khurshid Ahmad Ganai today termed ‘teachers as beacons of hope’, who should be encouraged by students and parents by expressing gratitude, respect and support to them.
The Advisor Ganai expressed these views while addressing a large gathering of teachers, Chief Education Officers, Zonal Education Officers, and academician, on the eve of Teachers Day observed here at SKICC.
Vice Chancellor (VC) Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) Mushtaq Siddique, VC Central University Kashmir, Professor Mehraj-ud-din Mir, VC Cluster University Srinagar, Professor Sheikh Javeed, Secretary School Education, Rigzin Sampheal, Directors School Education Kashmir, Jammu along with other prominent personalities were present in the function.
The Teachers Day is celebrated on October 15 across the globe, but in India, it is celebrated on September 5, in the honour of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an academic philosopher and India's second President, who was born on the same day.
Congratulating the teaching fraternity for celebrating the day, the Advisor said that while celebrating the day, it is the time for “introspection” for teachers so that they can better their teaching style. 
Highlighting the role of teachers, the Advisor said that teachers’ play an influential and a significant role to shape up the future of their students in their formative years.
Ganai attributed teachers as “beacons of light” who with their guidance have the power to mould and shape the future of their students.  He said teachers are the founders who shape responsible and civilized citizens for the society.
Reminiscing about his student life, the Advisor said he vividly remembers many lessons he learnt from his teachers. Impressing upon teachers to understand the significance of their job, Ganai said that he believes that the lessons students learn from their teachers stay with them for the rest of their lives. Therefore, it is important that teachers are cautious with whatever they are delivering to their students as the latter will remember their teachers for these lessons for the rest of their lives, he added.
Urging students to express their gratitude towards their teachers, the Advisor said it is important that students appreciate their teachers for the altruistic devotion they show in shaping their careers and lives.
Ganai said we can never thank our teachers enough for the contribution in shaping our lives, however, our encouragement and support can go a long way in making them feel that their efforts are being recognized. He said it is, therefore, imperative that teachers are encouraged and supported by their students, parents and the entire community which they serve.
Speaking about teachers working under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) and Rehbar-e-Taleem (ReT), the Advisor said Government stands by the Committee formed under the chairmanship of Finance Secretary to look into their demands.
The Advisor in his speech urged the teachers to stay away from any such act which will downsize their value among their students. He assured that Government is giving highest consideration to their demands and an urgent decision in this regard would soon be taken.
He said the need is to shape the future generation which will have a scientific temper and motivation to make a better society. Emphasizing upon teachers to adopt latest teaching methods, Ganai said scientific minds would not be created by “run of the mill attitude” for this teachers need to work hard.
Referring to the day, the Advisor said Teachers’ Day is celebrated to acknowledge and recognize the hard work that our teachers put in for the development of a better society. He said the day provides us with an opportunity to thank those who with their knowledge and instruction make us a better person.
Speaking on the occasion, Secretary School Education, Rigzin Sampheal referred teachers as the “custodians and conscious keepers of a nation,” and said teaching is an art of grooming leaders.
The Secretary stressed the need of nudging the students to dream big. Giving an example of former President of India and a scientist APJ Kalam, Sampheal said APJ Kalam used to reiterate the importance of thinking big.
“APJ Kalam used to say “thinking small is a sin”, said Sampheal.
The Secretary expressed his optimism that the future of students is in the bright hands of teachers who are serving the State’s education department.
Vice Chancellor (VC) Cluster University Srinagar, Professor Sheikh Javeed said the credit of whatever, he achieved in his life goes to his teacher who always advised him to see the bigger picture in life.
VC Central University Kashmir, Professor Mehraj-ud-din in his speech said there is no parallel to the teaching job. He said instead of thinking about the material gains, a good teacher always remains true to his job.
He said, unlike others, the teachers leave a legacy by shaping the future of their students.
Speaking on the occasion, VC Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) Mushtaq Siddique said teachers are the “transformers of a society.”
He said while a teacher prepares young minds to become future leaders, it is important that they also create a new perspective among their students.
Earlier, the Advisor gave away the best teachers’ award to Hilal Ahmed Lone, serving at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Kangan and Charanpreet Kour, who is presently serving at Government Middle school Smailpur in Samba district.

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Special dispensation to enable all un-covered Higher Education Institutions of JK to get their NAAC Accreditation: MHRD
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 3: In a day-long workshop held here today, Chief Secretary B.V.R. Subrahmanyam today highlighted the importance of knowledge improvement of quality education.
He said that the present dispensation is holding education as a topmost priority and will provide full support to higher education institutions for the enhancement of quality education in the State.
The Chief Secretary was speaking at a one-day workshop organized by the Department of Higher Education in collaboration with National Higher Education Resource Centre on the roadmap for quality enhancement in Education Institutions of J&K at SKICC here.
On the occasion, Commissioner Secretary Higher Education, in her welcome address, highlighted the available opportunity and possible challenges which might be encountered in the pursuit of the targets of quality enhancement and excellence.
She stressed upon the participants to set short, medium and long-term targets and also devise a road map for achieving the set targets.
Joint Secretary, MHRD, Government of India, Ishita Roy, announced that there shall be a special dispensation to enable all the un-covered Higher Education Institutions of the State to get their NAAC Accreditation which in turn shall qualify them for financial assistance from about 23 Ministries of the central government.
Chairperson National Higher Education Resources Centre and National Coordinator Rusa, Prof B. Venkatesh, said that the pass outs from institutions of the State should continue to excel in the ever-changing demands of the market by focusing on the promotion of innovation, research, entrepreneurship and self-employment.
The speeches were followed by a discussion amongst the participants and the participating Vice-Chancellors and College Principals were given time to present their perspectives with regard to the road map for quality enhancement in their respective institutions and also for the State as a whole.
Issues like GER, NAAC Accreditation, Teacher training, filling up of vacant positions, bridging infrastructure gaps, introduction of skill-enhancing programmes, creation of enabling environment, strengthen of extracurricular aspects etc. were thoroughly discussed.
Vice-Chancellor Kashmir University Prof. Khursheed Iqbal Andrabi, Vice-Chancellor, IUST Awantipora Prof. Mushtaq Sidiqui, Vice-Chancellor BGSB University Rajouri Prof. Javid Masarat, Vice-Chancellor University of Jammu Prof. Manoj Dhar, Vice-Chancellor Cluster University Jammu Prof. Anju Bhasin, Vice-Chancellor Cluster University Srinagar Prof. Sheikh Javid, and Principals of various Degree Colleges, Registrars and other senior functionaries of the State Universities also participated in the workshop.
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Representatives of GoI, JK Govt, NGOs to hold day-long deliberations at SKICC on July 26
SRINAGAR, JULY 13: Principal Secretary, Planning, Development& Monitoring, Rohit Kansal, today reviewed the preparations for upcoming Niti Aayog conference to be convened at SKICC here for fast-tracking implementation of Centrally-Sponsored Schemes.
Speaking at a meeting convened in his office chambers here this afternoon, Kansal said the main aim of the high-level conference is to assess the impact and potential of various Centrally Sponsored Schemes and how to speed up their implementation in Jammu and Kashmir. “This can be achieved by open and direct interaction of the government officials with the civil society groups and NGOs,” he said.
The Principal Secretary said the conference will discuss themes such as ‘Youth Engagement’, ‘Self-Employment’ and ‘Children in Conflict with Law’. “There will be a main plenary session which will be followed by six break-out sessions of NGOs. These sessions will be attended by representatives from the state as well as the central government. The list of schemes in vogue in J&K has already been prepared and issues related to fast-tracking their implementation will be discussed in the conference,” he said.
During the meeting, Kansal took stock of the preparations being made by the J&K government for hosting the dignitaries of the Government of India, their security protocol and accommodation. “We will pool resources from our own departments to depute a liaison officer with all the officers of the Government of India,” he said.
The meeting was informed that top representatives of the Government of India, Niti Aayog, J&K Government, over three dozen NGOs from Jammu and Kashmir and 10 more from other states will hold day-long deliberations on July 26 to work out modalities for fast-tracking the implementation of various Centrally Sponsored Schemes in the state’s Social Welfare sector.
Secretary RDD, Sheetal Nanda, Secretary, School Education, Rigzin Samphel, Secretary Social Welfare, Asif Hamid Khan, Director Hospitality and Protocol, Khalid Majid Drabu, Director SKICC, Ghlaib Mohiuddin, Joint Director Information (Headquarters), Sajid Yehaya Naqash, SSP Security, Maqsood-uz-Zaman, besides other officers of the state government were present at the meeting.
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Srinagar, Jul 7: State Government will continue to support the bank as has been amply demonstrated through capital infusion in the bank when it was required during the challenging previous fiscal. In future too whenever the bank needs our support, it shall be forthcoming in every possible way.
Principal Secretary Finance Navin Kumar Choudhary made these comments while responding to a query of a shareholder at the bank’s 80thAGM held here at SKICC.
“Financial Year 2016-17 was the most difficult year for the banking industry and JK bank was not an exception. I would call the year 2017-18 as a year of recovery for the bank. The  Board was restructured, strategy reoriented, business processes reengineered, top management strengthened with elevations and undoubtedly lot of hard work was done to put the bank on a sustained path of recovery.”, he added.
The Principal Secretary while assuring the shareholders asserted, “Let me reiterate as the promoter director representing the state government holding 59 percent stake in the bank that we value J&K Bank as one of the premier organizations of the state and will do everything possible to retain its premier status.”
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J&K Bank holds 80th AGM
Srinagar, Jul 7: Our market share in the state is around 65 pc but that doesn’t make us complacent in any way. In fact, to increase our outreach we are going to open 200 more business touch points in J&K by the end of current fiscal. The Bank is on track to realise the organizational goals aiming business of Rs 170000 Cr in the current financial year besides supporting the government’s agenda of economic development of the state.
J&K Bank Chairman and CEO Parvez Ahmed said in response to a question posed by a participant during the 80th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the bank’s shareholders held here at SKICC.
On the occasion, Principal Secretary Finance Navin Kumar Chaudhary represented the J&K Government, which is the major stakeholder of the bank. The meeting was also attended by other Directors on Board of the bank including Yogesh Kumar Dyal, Azhar ul Amin, Mohammad Maqbool Rather, Mohammad Ashraf Mir, Dr Pronab Sen, Mrs Vijayalakshmi R Iyer, Dr Sanjiv Agarwal, Sunil Chandiramani, Dr Dhaman Kumar Pandoh and Rahul Bansal. The bank'sExecutive Presidents, Presidents, Vice Presidents and shareholders in a large number also attended the meeting.
Earlier, expressing his gratitude for their continuous trust, loyalty and unwavering support to the Bank, Chairman and CEO Parvez Ahmed appreciated the shareholders in his keynote address, saying, “Your presence is most valuable to us. Your support and trust is our prime strength and we hope to receive these along with your encouragement in the future as well.”
Providing an overview of the banking sector and Bank’s performance during the previous fiscal which he said, was beset with various challenges, Parvez Ahmed said, “The good news from the industry over the past year is that the pace, at which assets downgraded during last many quarters, has slowed down thereby resulting decrease in fresh NPAs, credit off-take is improving. Settlement of NPAs has seen a marked increase. Though we saw a challenging last quarter due to revised guidelines of RBI on NPA treatment including quashing the restructuring schemes leading to some major slippages across the industry, your Bank has shown resilience and registered a profit of Rs 202.72 Cr, CASA ratio of 50.89 pc, NIM of 3.65 pc, NPA coverage ratio of 65.83 pc and Net NPA of 4.90 pc.”
“The highlight of the year has been the focus on recovery through the dedicated Impaired Assets Portfolio Management (IAPM) vertical. During the FY total recoveries and up-gradations in excess of Rs. 3000 Cr have been effected (including write-offs) while actual recoveries and up gradations amounted to Rs. 1585 Cr”, he added.
Concluding his address with optimism, Chairman asserted, “For your Bank, 2018-19 will be a pivotal year in redefining itself into a strategically growing, technologically modern and operationally agile institution. We are determined to maintain market leadership in a rapidly evolving ecosystem and are aiming at Business beyond 170,000 Cr. I am optimistic that J&K Bank shall not have to face any untoward environment in the years to come and we will continue to focus on repairing the downgraded asset portfolio and reducing the pipeline of NPAs.”
After the address, Company Secretary Mohammad Shafi Mir read out the auditors' report, comments from C&AG and background for business items.
Voting on some agenda items was conducted both through ballot and electronically on the occasion.
Shortly before the conclusion of meeting, there was a brief Question-Answer session, wherein the participants raised many queries which were duly responded to by the Chairman.
While expressing their views on the occasion, some of the shareholders congratulated the Chairman and staff of the bank for the turnaround in the bank’s performance with their hard work and state focused strategy. They urged for continuing the handholding to the local industry besides financing the startups by the local educated youth.  
Chairman Parvez Ahmed concluded the AGM by acknowledging the support and guidance of all the stakeholders.
Meanwhile, the e-vot ing results on resolutions approved by the shareholders will be available on the bank’s websitewww.jkbank.net and www.jkbank.com by or before July 9, 2018.
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Objective to create awareness about availability of legal services for marginalized sections of society: Justice Magrey
SRINAGAR, JUNE 14: Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey today said that J&K High Court in collaboration with National Legal Services Authority (NLSA) is going to organize one-day State-level Conference in Srinagar on “Empowering the Marginalized Through Legal Services”.
He said the maiden conference would be organized at SKICC on 20th June 2018 and the objective of the conference is to create awareness about the availability of legal services for poor and marginalized segments of society.
Justice Magrey, who is also the Chairman of the J&K High Court Legal Services Committee and State Juvenile Justice Committee, said the aim of the conference is to educate down-trodden sections of the society about availing legal help to get benefits from different government schemes, whether from health, education, social welfare schemes.
He said the conference is aimed at making such sections of the society to understand that the benefits availed by them are their rights from the State who framed several schemes through enactment of several laws having constitutional mandate through Legal Services under J&K State Legal Services Authorities Act, 1995 and National Legal Services Authority Act.          
He said the Conference will be attended by Senior Supreme Court Judge, Rajan Gogoi, Acting Chief Justice of J&K High Court, J&K High Court Judges, working lawyers, para-legal lawyers, resource persons.
Justice Magrey said that around 500 participants have been identified who are marginalized section of our society being women, children, physically handicapped will be trained for availing benefits from various State and Central Government Schemes. "Para Legal Lawyers and resource persons will train these people in camps being organized in Jammu, Srinagar, Leh and Kargil," he added.
He said the event will also follow legal literacy camps in various schools to educate students about Constitution, women rights etc.
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