udhampur district

Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa has clarified that there is no shortage of LPG in the Udhampur district, and that sufficient cooking gas is available for consumers.He urged the public to remain calm and avoid unnecessary panic buying or hoarding, assuring them that the district administration...

Jammu, March 13 The Northern Army Commander, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, visited the Basantgarh hills in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday to assess the prevailing security situation and ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the militancy-affected mountainous region...

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has stated that key road safety and commuter facility projects worth approximately ₹171.25 crore have been completed on National Highway 44 in Jammu and Kashmir.These projects include rectifying accident-prone blackspots at SIDCO...

After 31 years of service in the Indian Army, retired officer Sushil Sharma has embraced modern agriculture, transforming his post-retirement life into a successful farming venture.Following his retirement from the position of Director of Military Farms under the Northern Command, he...

Beekeeping is emerging as a promising entrepreneurial opportunity for young people in Jammu and Kashmir, driven by the increasing global demand for organic honey and the implementation of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).To promote beekeeping, the Department of Agriculture...

Jammu, March 11 – The 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' is rapidly gaining popularity in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, as an increasing number of people are subscribing to the Central government scheme.According to government estimates, more than 700 houses have installed solar...

In light of the upcoming Navratri and Eid-ul-Fitr festivals, the Udhampur district administration has increased efforts to regulate markets, maintain hygiene standards, and prevent overcharging.As part of these efforts, a team led by the Tehsildar of Udhampur conducted inspections in the...

The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is gaining traction in Udhampur, with residents increasingly installing rooftop solar units to reduce electricity costs and promote renewable energy.The scheme aims to encourage households to adopt solar power by providing government support for rooftop...

On the occasion of Lineman Day on March 7, 2026, Singh was officially recognized for his outstanding service to the Power Development Department (PDD) and commended by the Chief Minister of J&K, Omar Abdullah. Known for his unwavering work ethic, Singh consistently risked his life to navigate...

Jammu, March 7 The Army's Northern Command in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district hosted a "synergy" conference with the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and the Border Security Force (BSF) on Saturday to enhance coordination in view of the evolving security landscape, officials said.The...

UDHAMPUR, March 6: Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa convened a meeting to review the implementation and progress of the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Scheme in the district.The DC emphasized expanding coverage to include more workers in the unorganized sector and directed all line...

UDHAMPUR, March 6: Deputy Director of MY Bharat Udhampur, Khushal Gupta, briefed the media on Thursday about the celebration of International Women's Day 2026 in the district.He informed that the event will be held on March 8 at 10:00 a.m. at Subhash Stadium, with the participation of young...

Jammu, February 27 The Anti-Corruption Bureau continued its crackdown on illegal mining in the Reasi and Udhampur districts of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, seizing electronic gadgets, crucial records, and incriminating documents, officials said.The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) launched...

Jammu, February 27 – In a major crackdown on illegal mining, the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) conducted surprise raids in the Udhampur and Reasi districts on Friday, officials said.A statement by the Jammu and Kashmir ACB said, "As a decisive move to protect the region's...

UDHAMPUR, FEBRUARY 26: Minga Sherpa took over as Deputy Commissioner of Udhampur today, succeeding Saloni Rai.The ADC, Prem Singh, AC Revenue, Dr. Umesh Shan, CPO, Uttam Singh, and other district officers attended the event. The new DC held an introductory meeting with officials, emphasizing...

The Udhampur District Rescue Team successfully carried out an operation, rescuing a child from alleged forced labor at local shops and eateries during a surprise inspection.The operation was led by officials, including the District Child Protection Officer. Following the rescue, the child was...

As a source of pride for the Udhampur district, Dr. Jyoti Bedyal, Principal of Army Public School on Dhar Road, was honored at the National CSR Summit 2026 for her outstanding contributions to social development and educational outreach. She received the prestigious award in the presence of the...

Jammu, February 23 – The Army announced on Monday that seven notorious terrorists have been killed during a relentless 326-day joint operation at high altitudes in the Chatroo area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district.The White Knight Corps, based in Nagrota, announced on X that the...

Jammu, February 23 – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi has praised the troops of the Indian Army's Northern Command for their exemplary professionalism and unwavering resolve in the ongoing counter-terrorism operations in Jammu and Kashmir, according to Army officials.In a...

Jammu, February 21 Seven individuals alleged to be involved in drug trafficking were arrested in different locations in the districts of Jammu and Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir, police said on Saturday.Balvinder Kumar and Sunny Kumar, both residents of R S Pura, were arrested from the Gandhi...