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JAMMU, APRIL 13: To mitigate the problems and grievances confronting the people of Kalakote Constituency, Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, Abdul Gani Kohli today convened a Public Darbar at Harichumma Thana.
During the Durbar, people put forth their demands and grievances and sought early redressal of their grievances.  Minister gave patient hearing to the visiting delegations and assured them that their genuine demands will be looked into and also gave on-spot directions to the concerned officials for their early redressal.
Addressing the gathering, Minister said that the government is committed to equitable development of all the three regions of the State. He said that sufficient funds have been earmarked under different sectors for undertaking various developmental projects in Kalakote Constituency and that work on these projects has already been started.
He said the developmental projects taken up by the government have the potential to change the socio-economic conditions of the people besides providing employment opportunities to the educated unemployed youth of the state.
Senior officers of district administration Rajouri were present on the occasion.



Govt making concerted efforts to resolve issues of people: Kohli 
KALAKOTE, MARCH 26:  Office of Additional Deputy Commissioner Kalakote started its functioning today. Khalid Wafa, SDM, Kalakote, today assumed the charge of the post of ADC.
Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, Abdul Ghani Kohli was present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that newly posted ADC will function from the office of Sub Divisional Magistrate for time being till suitable arrangements are made.
Kohli said that creation of the post of Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) at Kalakote has been fulfilled as per the aspirations of the people of the area adding that  ADC office  will ease the problems of the people .He said the present government is committed to fulfill   the genuine demands of the people.
The people of the area appreciated the Government and Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry in particular for taking keen interest in resolving their long pending demand.



Says new Niabat will serve as one-point facilitator for people’s revenue related concerns


RAJOURI, FEBRUARY 19: Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, Abdul Ghani Kohli today said that the new Niabat office at Chingus, Kallar will serve as a one-point contact for the people to approach administration and get their concerns addressed.
The Minister said this while addressing a gathering after inaugurating the Naibat office in Chingus, Kallar in Kalakote; the building for which was constructed at a cost of Rs 58.20 lakh.
Reiterating government’s commitment in ensuring good governance and ease of access to the people, the Minister said that this office will provide people with a physical space to approach administration for their various issues. He said that this fulfills a long pending demand of the people and they will now be able to get their revenue related issues addressed at their door steps.
He asked the officers to deploy required manpower at this Revenue Office so that succor is provided to the public and also asked them to deliver the services with prompt, utmost dedication and honestly.
He also laid foundation stone of a Park for Kalakote to be set up near Dak Bungalow. The park to be developed by Municipal Committee Kalakote, will be first of its kind in the area and will be developed on modern lines.
Referring to the developmental works under execution in the Kalakote Constituency, the Minister said that construction work on several micro and macro developmental projects are apace in the Constituency and completion of these works will transform the socio-economic conditions of the area. He said that centre government is providing liberal funding to the J&K and identification process is underway to find uncovered areas for necessary developmental activities related action.
Kohli further said that directions have been given to administration to conduct exhaustive survey of the area especially far-flung hamlets and prepare Detailed Project Reports to be furnished to concerned quarter for early action.
Responding to the chatter of demands put forth by the locals, the Minister said that their genuine issues will be addressed in a phased manner. In some cases, Kohli gave on spot directions to the concerned for immediate redressal.
Senior officer of the district administration accompanied the Minister.




Reiterates Govt’s commitment for providing quality education to students


RAJOURI, DECEMBER 16 - Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries Abdul Ghani Kohli today laid the foundation of Government Degree College, Kalakote.
The Phase I of the Institute would be completed at the estimated cost of Rs 6 crore by JK Housing Board.
Reiterating government’s commitment to provide quality education to the students, the Minister said numerous measures have been taken to improve the standard of education and initiatives are afoot to develop infrastructure in all educational institutions of the state. The government has taken up the mission of development and is committed for equitable development of all three regions of the state, he added.
The Minister also inspected the premises of the College and directed the concerned executing agency to speed up the pace of work on the project and complete it in a time bound manner.
Referring to developmental works under execution in Kalakote, the Minister said the construction work on various projects are apace and will change the socio-economic condition of the people.
On the occasion, the Minister said the students of the area were facing lot of difficulties in attaining higher education but the establishment of the College will now provide them avenues of learning.
Later, the Minister also convened a public meeting in which the locals put forth their demands and problems. After hearing their demands, the Minister assured for early redressal of their demands and said the government is taking one step after the other for the welfare of the common masses and special stress is being laid on upliftment of poor, women, youth, farmers, border people and downtrodden sections of the society.

He appealed the people to take benefit of various welfare schemes including Ladli Beti, AASRA, State Marriage Assistance Scheme and other financial assistance schemes being implemented by both state and central governments. 
Inaugurates developmental projects, visits family of slain Constable Zaheer Khan


RAJOURI, NOVEMBER 03: Minister for Animal and Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, Abdul Ghani Kohli  conducted extensive tour of Kalakote constituency and inaugurated several developmental projects here today.
During his visit, the Minister visited Kurlian, Mularian and Charlia villages and interacted with people there. Addressing a public gathering on the occasion, he asserted that government is committed to fast-track development of all the regions of the State.
The Minister said that Jammu and Kashmir has tremendous scope for the development and that the Government will make all out efforts to explore this potential fully.

Later, Minister visited the family of martyred Constable Zaheer Abbas Khan of Mendhar Poonch and conveyed his sympathies to the bereaved family. The Minister prayed for the eternal peace of departed soul.

RAJOURI, OCTOBER 23: District Development Commissioner, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, conducted an extensive inspection of developmental works in Kalakote besides holding a public grievances redressal camp and review meeting.
The DDC inspected work on Tribal Hostel, Community Hall and Shopping complex and directed the SDM for handing over tribal hostel and community hall to Rural Engineering Wing for completion under convergence plan.
Meanwhile, 5 shops constructed under TSP will be handed over to Social Welfare Department for outsourcing. Departments were directed to complete these projects in next three months as more than 7-8 years have lapsed beyond the timeline for completion.
Dr. Shahid also inspected the proposed site for construction of Government Degree College and asked MD J&K Housing Board for early construction.
The team of officers also visited bus stand, revenue complex, Aadhar enrolment centres and other establishments.
SDM Kalakote was directed to fix responsibility of officials of J&K Minerals Ltd for alleged encroachment and sale of acquired land in Kalakote and its vicinity.
It was also decided that enrolment camp for migrant voters will be organised on 6th November 2017 and a mega camp on education awareness will be organised in Moughla by departments of education and Social Welfare.
Later, the DC convened a review meeting of sectoral officers to assess the progress on various development works and welfare schemes in Kalakote constituency.
The DDC expressed concern over poor performance of BDO Kalakote in completion of schools under project Tameer owing to shortage of cement.
He directed the officers of PDD, PHE, and Mechanical wing for disposal of all pending public issues within a week’s time. 
Meanwhile, two officials namely Jaswant Singh MPW and Kuldeep Sinh Technical Asstt were placed under suspension for unauthorised absence from duty.
Officers of Revenue, Agriculture and Horticulture were directed to submit joint report regarding crop losses for providing relief to affected farmers.
Earlier, the DDC took stock of public grievances and demands related to improvement in condition of roads, educational infrastructure, teaching staff and water supply.
 People appreciated the initiative of district administration for providing certificates at doorsteps under PSGA camps.
SDM Dr. Khalid Hussain, CMO Dr Suresh Sharma, ExEn PWD Pervez Ahmed, ExEn PDD Umesh Parihar, ExEn STD Hussan Mohd, CAO M Y Choudhary, CHO Dr Dil Bahadur Singh, DSHO Dr Satish Gangwal, DSWO Dr Abdul Khabir, DSEO Rashid Azam and other serior officers accompanied the DDC.



RAJOURI, SEPTEMBER 29: Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, Abdul Gani Kohli today held a meeting with the Officers of 58 RCC and discussed in detail various road projects under execution in the district. The meeting was held at Bathuni Base Camp HQ.
Threadbare discussions were also held on Rajouri to Barkh road via Kalakote and from Rajouri to Thanamandi.
The Minister directed the concerned to work on these projects on war footing. He also asked concerned executing agencies to take into confidence locals of the area so that works are ensured smoothly and within the stipulated time frame.

Kohli said that with the completion of the ongoing road projects the surface connectivity in the area will witness a sea change and would make the travel and transportation very easy and hassle free.
Govt committed to provide proper road connectivity across JK: Kohli

          
RAJOURI, AUGUST 31: Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, Abdul Gani Kohli along with Member Parliament, Jugal Kishore Sharma today laid foundation stone of Brevi to Kotekabu road in Kalakote Constituency in Rajouri district.
The road taken up at an estimated cost of Rs 2.81 crore under PMGSY was a long pending demand of locals and is expecting to benefit thousands of daily commuters who faced lot of inconvenience in daily commuting.
The Minister directed the executing agency to ensure the timely completion of the road project so that masses are facilitated. They also asked them to ensure judicious use of funds.
          Later, Kohli and Jugal addressed a public meeting at village Treru in Panchayat Ghar Kalakote and highlighted the achievements of the present dispensation.
          In his speech, Kohli said that the Government is committed to provide proper road connectivity across the State. He said in this connection, the concerned Departments have already been instructed to conduct survey of their respective areas and prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and submit the same to the concerned quarter for accord of necessary approval. He said Centre is providing liberal funding for the purpose but the need is to identify the projects and work with utmost dedication and zeal.
          Jugal said that the Centre has launched several flagship programmes to improve the socio-economic conditions of the people of the State especially living in far-off and hilly areas. He appealed the people to come forward and avail benefits of these schemes.

          Senior officers of the district administration and other concerned accompanied the Minister and the MP.

          JAMMU, AUGUST 19: Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, Abdul Ghani Kohli today reiterated that the present government is working towards planned and systematic development of the state and several initiatives are being taken in this regard and people will sure see the positive change on ground.
          The Minister was speaking during a grievance redressal camp attended by a large number of people at Agarati village in Kalakote Constituency. The Minister said that government has a clear agenda to ensure all round development of all pockets with special focus on essential sectors like road connectivity, health, drinking water, electricity, education, which he said are key to the prosperity and progress of the society.
          “Centre is providing liberal funding for developmental activities in the State and various developmental projects are underway in the State which includes a network of roads and tunnels”, the Minister added.
          On the occasion, people of the area also put forth their issues and demands. The Minister after listening them assured that their genuine issue will be resolved and will be looked into. He said that the infrastructure development is the top priority of the Government and efforts are on to improve the socio-economic profile of the people.
          Earlier, the Minster convened a meeting with the officers of Municipal Committee, Kalakote and reviewed the pace of progress of various developmental works under execution in the area falling under the jurisdiction of MC.
          Director, Local Bodies Jammu briefed the meeting about the works carried by the Municipal Committee for over all development of the Constituency.
          Addressing the meeting, the Minister directed the concerned officials to work with utmost dedication and speed up the pace of work on all ongoing developmental works and complete them in a stipulated time frame. He also asked them to utilize the available funds judiciously.

JAMMU, JUNE 14: Minister for Animal Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, Abdul Gani Kohli today chaired a meeting of senior officers of Power Development Department to review the power scenario in Kalakote.
Threadbare discussion was held on the issues regarding erratic power supply in some hamlets of Kalakote area.
       The meeting was informed that under Deen Dayal Upadhyay Scheme, various transformers and electric poles have been installed in inaccessible hamlets of Kalakote to provide power supply to these areas.
       He said that focus is being laid on power sector by the government to provide electricity to people of every area especially hilly and far-off pockets.

       The Minister asked the PDD functionaries to work with dedication and devotion to deliver best possible services to the people. He asked the people to personally monitor development works in their respective areas for time bound completion.