Landslides threaten Rajpora sports stadium as Sasa Ara nallah overflows in Pulwama
Pulwama: In the aftermath of relentless rainfall, the Sasa Ara Nallah in Pulwama has swelled beyond its usual bounds, triggering landslides that now threaten the Rajpora Sports Stadium. The gushing waters have begun eating away at the embankments surrounding the stadium, raising alarm among residents and local sports enthusiasts. The Rajpora Sports Stadium, a vital […]
Kathohalan residents demand construction of bridge, fencing at local primary school
Shopian: The residents of Kathohalan village in the Keller subdivision of south Kashmir’s Shopian district have reiterated their longstanding demand for the construction of a concrete bridge over a local nallah, highlighting the daily hardships faced due to its absence. In addition, they are seeking fencing and a bathroom for the local Government Primary School. […]
Pulwama residents demand cleaning of Water channels in Lassipora area
Pulwama: The residents of Tumlahal, Lassipora, and adjoining villages in Pulwama district have voiced growing concerns over the deteriorating condition of local water channels and bodies, demanding immediate action from the concerned authorities ahead of the crucial agricultural and horticultural season. Locals allege that the irrigation canals, once vital lifelines for paddy and fruit cultivation, […]
Work on vital Dogripora Awantipora bridge to resume soon after years of delay
Pulwama: After nearly two decades of delays and public outcry, the long-pending construction work on the vital Dogripora bridge over the river Jhelum in south Kashmir’s Awantipora is set to resume soon. The revised project has received administrative sanction for an amount of Rs 1529.47 lakh, paving the way for completion of a project that […]
Stray dog menace grips Awantipora villages, residents demand urgent action
Pulwama: The stray dog menace has sparked widespread fear and distress in several villages of Awantipora in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district, locals alleged Wednesday. The residents of Baighpora and its adjacent areas are issuing desperate pleas to the authorities for immediate intervention. In Baighpora and nearby villages, locals have expressed grave concern over the unchecked […]
GHS Kahlil Tral faces severe staff shortage, space crunch
Locals seek intervention from DC, CEO Pulwama: Government High School Kahlil Tral in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district is grappling with a severe shortage of teaching staff, as only eight teachers are currently managing classes from Pre Nursery to 10th standard, raising serious concerns over the quality of education and burden on faculty, locals alleged Tuesday. […]
Women’s park proposal wins hearts in Pulwama
MLA Waheed Ur Rehman Parra announces Separate Park for females Pulwama: In a move that has drawn widespread appreciation, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Pulwama, Waheed Ur Rehman Parra, announced the establishment of a separate park exclusively for women in Pulwama. The proposal has been warmly welcomed by women across the district, who view it […]
Pulwama residents urge authorities to restore damaged road in Chatapora industrial estate
Pulwama: The residents and business stakeholders of Chatapora Industrial Estate in Pulwama have voiced serious concern over the dilapidated condition of the road connecting Boys Higher Secondary School Pulwama with the National Hockey Turf Stadium, urging the Public Works Department (PWD) to act swiftly to restore the stretch. The road, which falls under the jurisdiction […]
Irrigation infrastructure gets top priority in current MGNREGA Plan in Pulwama: Authorities
All major irrigation channels included for desilting and cleanliness: DC Pulwama Pulwama: In a significant push towards strengthening rural agricultural infrastructure, the administration in South Kashmir’s Pulwama district has announced that all major irrigation channels have been incorporated in the current financial year’s Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) plan. The decision aims […]
Residents demand construction of footbridges in Awantipora’s Chersoo, Barsoo
Pulwama: The residents of Chersoo and Barsoo villages in Awantipora area of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have demanded immediate construction of footbridges at key locations in their areas, citing safety concerns and daily inconvenience. According to locals, the absence of dedicated pedestrian bridges on National Highway in both the villages puts lives at risk, especially […]