Pulwama residents aghast over hike in power tariff, demand rollback
‘Tariff now increased to over Rs 1800 per month despite no improvement in infrastructure’ Pulwama: The residents of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district, particularly from Awantipora, Panzgam, Rakh, Zahid Bagh, Darbagh and adjoining areas, have expressed strong resentment over what they describe as an “unjustified and repeated” increase in electricity tariffs by the Power Development Department […]
Shirmal Shopian residents clean irrigation canal
Say officials never bothered to clean-up the canal Shopian: In a compelling show of community effort and resilience, residents of Shirmal Heff village in south Kashmir’s Shopian district have taken it upon themselves to clean a major irrigation canal that had been left silted and neglected by the concerned authorities for years. Facing mounting difficulties […]
Shukroo Keller: A Hidden gem in Shopian awaiting government attention
Shopian: Tucked away in the picturesque landscapes of south Kashmir’s Shopian district, the scenic site of Shukroo Keller remains one of the region’s most breathe taking but overlooked tourist destinations. Despite its rich natural beauty and promising potential, the area continues to suffer due to lack of basic infrastructure and government support. Shikroo, nestled within […]
Emergency pump installation revives irrigation lifeline for Pampore farmers
Pulwama: In a significant development for the agricultural community of Pampore, authorities on the directions of MLA Hasnain Masoodi took swift action to address a severe irrigation crisis that had left paddy farmers in distress across several villages, including Lethpora, Shar Shali, Ladhoo, Khrunchoo, and Dusoo. An official said that the station had recently become […]
Residents of Khargund Chowgam protest inclusion of Churat village in Water Scheme
Demand separate water supply for Churat Kulgam; Residents of Khargund Chowgam in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district staged a protest on Saturday against the Jal Shakti (PHE) Department for allegedly diverting a water supply scheme originally meant for their area to an adjoining village, Churat. Scores of locals assembled in Khargund and raised slogans while accusing […]
Main Padgampora-Kakapora road macadamised
Locals thank administration, demand focus on interior roads Pulwama: Residents of Padgampora and adjoining areas in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have expressed gratitude to the administration for the macadamisation of the main Padgampora-Kakapora road. However, they have simultaneously urged authorities to address the deteriorated condition of the village’s interior roads, which remain neglected. The main […]
Pulwama farmers suffer due to water scarcity despite living alongside Jhelum
Pulwama: It is ironic that paddy farmers from several villages of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district are facing an acute water shortage—despite residing along the banks of the Jhelum river, locals alleged Wednesday. Agricultural communities in villages like Chersoo, Hariparigam, Kachchkoot, Reshipora, Dogripora, Baigpora, Padgampora, and Larkipora are struggling to irrigate their paddy fields due to […]
Youth’s mysterious death sparks protests in Tral-Aripal
Authorities assure probe, immediate relief Pulwama: Tension gripped parts of south Kashmir’s Tral on Tuesday morning after the body of a youth was discovered under mysterious circumstances near his native village, triggering protests and demands for justice. The deceased has been identified as Surjeet Singh, a young resident of Dharamgund area in Tral. His body […]
Paddy fields cracked, farmers distressed in Hassanpora Anantnag due to water shortage
Locals blame R&B construction for blocked irrigation; seek urgent intervention Anantnag: The paddy fields of Hassanpora in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district lie dry and cracked, with farmers staring at the risk of losing their entire crop season due to the absence of irrigation water. The locals allege that the water supply was blocked following ongoing […]
Bongam Shopian residents protest, demand potable water supply
Locals allege months-long neglect, suffer in scorching heat Shopian: The residents of Bongam area in south Kashmir’s Shopian district on Friday staged a protest against the administration over the non-availability of potable water in the locality, alleging that their repeated pleas have gone unheard for over a month now. Scores of women, including elderly and […]