Bijbehara residents protest over lack of basic facilities
Demand intervention of MLA, Deputy Commissioner Anantnag Anantnag: The residents of G.B. Khalal (Naina) village in Sangam Bijbehara area of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district have expressed deep resentment over the absence of basic facilities in their locality, saying the village still remains “far behind in development” despite repeated pleas to the administration. Locals said that […]
Pulwama residents demand immediate macadamisation of Lassipora–Bandzoo road via Arihal
Pulwama: Residents of several Pulwama villages have expressed strong resentment over the dilapidated condition of the road stretch connecting Lassipora with Bandzoo via Arihal, saying the vital road has not been macadamised for a long time and is causing daily inconvenience to commuters. Locals said that the road is full of potholes, uneven patches and […]
Illegal mining continues in Pulwama, allege residents
Demand strict action against culprits as water bodies suffer damage Pulwama: Illegal extraction of sand, gravel and boulders continues unabated in several areas of South Kashmir’s Pulwama district, prompting fresh concern among locals who say that the unchecked mining activity has caused serious damage to water bodies and river embankments in the region. Locals from […]
Frequent traffic jams in Shopian town leave commuters frustrated
Shopian: The persistent traffic congestion in south Kashmir’s Shopian town has become a major cause of concern for residents and commuters, who blame poor traffic management, illegal parking, and unchecked entry of heavy vehicles for the daily chaos. Locals allege that despite repeated government directives restricting the entry of heavy vehicles into the town during […]
Pulwama residents demand urgent repair of Pahoo–Checkpora Road
Pulwama: The main road passing through Hasanwani village in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district has fallen into severe disrepair, causing immense hardship to commuters and prompting locals to urge the government to take immediate action. Residents said the Pahoo–Checkpora road which serves as a vital link connecting several villages — including Hasanwani, Checkpora, and Pahoo — […]
Kanigam residents demand immediate charging of newly installed transformers
Repeated breakdowns of existing transformer leave village without power for days; locals urge authorities to act without delay Pulwama: The residents of Kanigam in Rajpora hamlet of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have appealed to the Power Development Department (PDD) for the immediate charging of two newly installed distribution transformers (DTs), which remain non-functional months after […]
Shadab Karewa residents decry poor road condition, demand immediate action
Officials cite local objections as reason for project delay Shopian: The residents of Thokar Mohalla in Shadab Karewa, located around eight kilometers from south Kashmir’s Shopian town, continue to face immense hardships due to the poor condition of the road leading to their locality, locals alleged Friday. They said that despite repeated pleas to the […]
Watchi residents demand testing facilities, more staff at NTPHC Watchi
Locals allege prolonged staff shortage despite upgradation of health centre Shopian: The residents of Watchi area in south Kashmir’s Shopian district have expressed strong resentment over the lack of adequate medical facilities at the New Type Primary Health Centre (NTPHC) Watchi, which continues to function without essential testing equipment and with only a single doctor […]
Decaying chinar trees pose serious threat to residents in Tenghara Pulwama, say locals
Pulwama: The residents of Tenghara area in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district are living under constant fear as several centuries-old Chinar trees in the locality have started decaying, turning from symbols of heritage and beauty into potential dangers for life and property. Locals said that these majestic trees — once admired for their sprawling canopies and […]