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15/09/2026

Anganwadi Workers and Helpers Hold Press Conference in Anantnag, Appeal to Raise Demands in Assembly
Anantnag, September 15: Anganwadi workers and helpers, led by their president Fahmida Akhtar, held a press conference in Anantnag on Monday, appealing to the government to raise their genuine demands in the upcoming Assembly session and take steps for their resolution.
Addressing the press conference, Fahmida Akhtar said that Anganwadi workers and helpers have been waiting for a long time for the resolution of their genuine demands. She urged the government to seriously consider their issues during the upcoming Assembly session and take effective measures to address them.
She said that if their demands are not considered during the Assembly session, Anganwadi workers and helpers would be compelled to take to the streets to fight for their rights.
She further warned that if their demands continue to be ignored, Anganwadi workers and helpers would resort to protests, shut down all Anganwadi centres and launch a strike.
The Anganwadi workers and helpers appealed to the government and elected representatives to raise their issues in the Assembly on a priority basis and take concrete steps for their early resolution.

14/09/2026

*Imran Shah Highlights Drinking Water, Power and Road Issues in Anzvola; Says Strong Cadre Is Backbone of NC*

Anantnag, September 13: National Conference (NC) senior leader and Vice President Anantnag, Imran Amin Shah, addressed a workers’ meeting at Anzvola in the Central Anantnag constituency, urging party workers and cadres to further strengthen the National Conference organisation at the grassroots level.

Addressing the gathering, Shah called upon NC workers to remain closely connected with the people and work with dedication to expand and consolidate the party’s organisational base at the grassroots level. He emphasised that a strong and active cadre is the backbone of the party and is essential for effectively representing the aspirations and concerns of the people.

During the meeting, Shah also highlighted several pressing public issues, particularly those related to drinking water supply, electricity, and the widening and improvement of the Anchidora–Anzvola Road. He stressed the need for sustained efforts to address these basic infrastructural concerns and improve the quality of life for residents of the area.

Imran Shah reiterated that the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference remains firmly committed to public welfare, inclusive development, and addressing the genuine concerns of the people. He said the party would continue to raise issues affecting the common people and work towards ensuring responsive governance and equitable development.

He further urged party workers to maintain constant engagement with the public, listen to their concerns, and strengthen the bond between the party and the people through dedicated grassroots-level work.

Imran Shah said that under the leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, the National Conference is committed to fulfilling its promises and addressing the genuine concerns and aspirations of the people. He expressed confidence that the party would continue working towards development, better public services and the welfare of every section of society.

“The National Conference is committed to serving the people, strengthening its grassroots organisation, and working relentlessly for the development and welfare of every section of society,” Shah said.

14/09/2026

G.A. Mir Assures Full Support to NHM Employees’ Protest in Anantnag
G.A. Mir Joins NHM Employees’ Protest in Anantnag, Assures Full Support
Anantnag, September 14: All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary and MLA Dooru, G.A. Mir, on Monday joined the ongoing 72-hour protest of National Health Mission (NHM) employees outside the CMO Office in Anantnag and assured them of his full support for their demands. The key demands of the protesting employees include regularisation of services, social security and revision of salaries.
Addressing the protesting employees, G.A. Mir said that he had reviewed the guidelines issued by the Central Government regarding NHM employees. He said that the Jammu and Kashmir Government cannot ignore the long-pending demands of the employees merely by referring to the scheme being centrally sponsored.
Mir said that the Central Government has provided states with the scope to modify rules and take appropriate measures according to their requirements and prevailing circumstances, including the regularisation of employees or adopting other suitable mechanisms.
Reacting to a recent statement by Health Minister Sakina Itoo, G.A. Mir said it appeared that she may not have been provided with complete information or proper feedback regarding the issue. He questioned why a solution could not be found in Jammu and Kashmir through dialogue with the employees when several states across the country have taken various measures, including the regularisation of employees working under the NHM scheme.
The Congress leader said that the government should first hold formal talks with the protesting employees and make a sincere effort to understand their demands. He added that if financial constraints were an issue, the matter could be taken up with the Central Government and the concerned Union Minister, but the initiative must come from the Jammu and Kashmir Government.
G.A. Mir said that NHM employees have been serving in the Health Department for several years and have played an important role in providing healthcare services to the public, particularly under difficult circumstances. He said that the issue should be resolved fairly and on humanitarian grounds.
He assured the protesting employees that the Congress Party would extend its full support to their demands and that he would strongly raise the matter at the appropriate platforms.
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14/09/2026

PRESS RELEASE

UCC is a Constitutional Vision, Not Merely a Political Agenda: R.S. Pathania

Udhampur: Welcoming Union Home Minister Amit Shah ji’s commitment to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) across NDA-ruled States before the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, BJP leader and MLA Udhampur East R.S. Pathania said that UCC is not merely a political agenda of the BJP, but has a clear constitutional foundation.

“Article 44 reflects the vision of our Constitution-makers, who mandated the State to endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code for all citizens across India. Unfortunately, for decades, vote-bank politics overshadowed this constitutional direction,” Pathania said.

He said the renewed commitment to UCC represents a decisive step towards equal citizenship, uniform civil rights and justice without discrimination.

“India cannot have different civil laws for citizens on the basis of religion. The time has come to realise the constitutional vision of our founding fathers,” he added.

One Nation. Equal Citizenship. Equal Civil Law. Equal Justice.

13/09/2026

Gulistan Tourist Taxi Stand President Syed Muzammil Holds Press Conference
Anantnag: President of Gulistan Tourist Taxi Stand, Syed Muzammil, held a press conference and urged the administration to shift all taxi stands in Anantnag town to a single location.
He said that a few years ago, the Anantnag administration had shifted all taxi stands to Wazir Bagh to address the problem of traffic congestion in the town.
However, he said, one taxi stand continues to operate from its old location, causing difficulties for drivers and vehicle owners associated with the other taxi stands operating from Wazir Bagh.
Syed Muzammil appealed to the administration to either shift the remaining taxi stand to Wazir Bagh so that all taxi stands are located at one place, or allow the Gulistan Tourist Taxi Stand to operate near Dugdia Mahndi Kadal.
He urged the administration to review the issues faced by taxi stand operators and take a fair decision to address the difficulties faced by drivers as well as the general public.

13/09/2026

NHM Employees Continue 72-Hour Protest, Demand Written Acceptance of Demands
Anantnag: The protest by National Health Mission (NHM) employees in Anantnag district in support of their legitimate demands has continued for the past 72 hours. The employees are staging a sit-in in the premises of the CMO Office, Anantnag, and have said that their protest will continue until a fair and satisfactory resolution to their demands is reached.
Congress leader and advocate Muzamil Ahmad also joined the protesting employees today to express solidarity with their cause. He urged the government to adopt a sympathetic approach and resolve the employees’ demands. He said that the statement issued by Health Minister Sakina Itoo yesterday, which the protesting employees have termed as threatening, would not help in resolving the issue.
Muzamil Ahmad also appealed to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to hold talks with the protesting employees and find an immediate solution to the matter, so that patients undergoing treatment in government hospitals do not face further difficulties.
On the occasion, J&K NHM spokesperson Irfan Manzoor reminded the present government of its previous assurances, stating that last year too, the government had assured the employees that their legitimate demands would be addressed. However, he said, those assurances were not implemented.
He said that the failure of the government to fulfil its commitments had once again forced the employees to launch a protest. He made it clear that the agitation would not be scaled down until the government formally accepts their demands in writing.

12/09/2026

District President Indian National Congress Pulwama, Joins NHM Protest Alongside Party Leaders and Workers
Pulwama, September 12: District President Indian National Congress Pulwama, Umer Jaan, today joined the protest of National Health Mission (NHM) employees in Pulwama, extending his full solidarity and support to the healthcare workers fighting for their legitimate rights and demands.
Addressing the protesting employees, Umer Jaan said that NHM workers are the backbone of the public healthcare system and have been serving the people of Jammu and Kashmir with dedication, often under challenging conditions. Their genuine concerns cannot be ignored, and the administration must take immediate and meaningful steps to address their grievances.
“Those who save lives cannot be left to struggle for their own livelihood. NHM employees deserve justice, dignity, job security and a fair resolution of their demands. The Congress party stands firmly with them.” Umer Jaan
He strongly urged the administration and concerned authorities to initiate immediate dialogue with the protesting employees and resolve their issues through a time-bound process. He said that healthcare workers must be treated with respect and their services and sacrifices must be recognised.
Umer Jaan further asserted that the Congress party will continue to raise the voice of employees, unemployed youth and every section of society whose genuine concerns remain unheard.
Prominent Congress leaders and workers present during the protest included Ashiq Hussain Khanday, Abdul Qayoom Dar, Umer Ajaz and others.
The presence of senior party leaders and workers reflected the Congress party’s commitment to standing with NHM employees and strengthening its connection with the people at the grassroots level.
Umer Jaan said that the struggle for justice will continue until the genuine demands of NHM employees are addressed.

12/09/2026

National Lok Adalat Held in Shopian

Shopian, September 12: A National Lok Adalat was held today in Shopian under the chairmanship of Principal District & Sessions Judge Mr. Mehmood Chowdhury. The proceedings were attended by the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Mobile Magistrate, Munsiff Judge, Secretary DLSA Shopian, Tehsildar and other concerned officials.

The Lok Adalat provided an opportunity for litigants to resolve pending and pre-litigation cases through mutual settlement, helping people avoid prolonged legal proceedings and ensuring speedy access to justice.

Speaking on the occasion, several people expressed their gratitude to the authorities for organizing the Lok Adalat, saying that the initiative has helped them settle their cases amicably and without lengthy court procedures. They appreciated the efforts of the District Legal Services Authority and other officials for making justice more accessible and convenient for the public.

12/09/2026

Imran Shah Vows to Redress Issues of NHM Employees, Calls for Regularisation of Daily Wagers

"Backs CM Omar Abdullah’s Earlier Statements on Long-Pending Employee Issues"

Anantnag, September 12: National Conference (NC) senior leader and Vice President Anantnag, Imran Amin Shah, today addressed a workers’ meeting at Panchayat Mohalla Teelwani Anantnag, reiterating his commitment to raising the long-pending issues of National Health Mission (NHM) employees, casual workers and daily wagers.

Imran Shah strongly backed the earlier statements of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah regarding the concerns of these employees and said their genuine demands deserve a sympathetic, practical and time-bound approach. He assured that the issues would be taken up at the appropriate level and efforts would be made towards a sustainable resolution, including a structured roadmap for the regularisation of eligible daily wagers and casual workers.

He said the government’s stated position that the concerns of casual and daily-rated workers cannot be ignored has generated hope among thousands of employees who have been awaiting a resolution for years.

On NHM employees, Shah said their demands concerning job security, regularisation, improved service conditions and fair treatment merit serious consideration. He highlighted the important role played by NHM workers in strengthening healthcare delivery, particularly at the grassroots level, and called for their legitimate concerns to be addressed through a constructive and time-bound process.

During the meeting, Shah also interacted with local residents and took stock of the problems confronting the people of Teelwani. He called for immediate attention to issues including shortage of drinking water, construction and improvement of lanes, and upgradation of the drainage system.

Meanwhile, several prominent workers associated with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) joined the National Conference in the presence of Shah and other party leaders and workers. Welcoming the new entrants, Shah said their decision to join the NC reflected growing confidence in the party’s leadership, policies and commitment to public welfare.

Imran Shah stressed that basic civic amenities and the concerns of employees must remain a priority and urged the concerned departments to address genuine public grievances promptly and within a time-bound framework.

He said strengthening grassroots infrastructure while addressing the legitimate concerns of employees is central to the National Conference’s vision of people-centric, responsive and accountable governance.

11/09/2026

Students-Centred Film Produced in Jammu and Kashmir for the First Time, Receives Appreciation at SKICC Film Festival
Anantnag, September 11: For the first time in Jammu and Kashmir, a unique film highlighting the lives, talents and creative activities of school students has been produced and received appreciation and encouragement at a film festival held at the SKICC yesterday.
Titled “The Pi***ng Tale,” the approximately nine-minute film features students of Shemford Futuristic School, Anantnag, in key roles. The film was shot both on the school premises and at various other locations. The students participated not only in acting but also in different stages of the filmmaking process.
Speaking on the occasion, CBSE City Coordinator and Trainer Dr Gulzar Ahmad Zargar said that around three years ago, the film’s director Chirag Balani and producer Vartika Balani visited the school and interacted with the students. Recognising their potential, they provided them with opportunities to explore the field of filmmaking and played an important role in developing their talents.
Dr Zargar said that the film created by these students is now being screened and appreciated not only in Jammu and Kashmir but also internationally. He added that the National Education Policy (NEP) emphasises activity-based and experiential learning, and such creative projects are an excellent example of its practical implementation.
Film director Chirag Balani and producer Vartika Balani said that Kashmir has traditionally been portrayed in films largely through stories related to militancy and political circumstances. Their aim, they said, was to move beyond this conventional narrative and present a positive and creative side of Kashmir to the world.
With this vision, they collaborated with local students to produce the approximately nine-minute film “The Pi***ng Tale,” showcasing the students’ talents, creative thinking and everyday lives.
The director and producer further said that the film is expected to be screened internationally, including in France, Germany and the United States. They said Kashmir has many positive and unique stories that deserve to be brought before the world through the film industry.
They added that such films can not only help showcase the talent of local youth and students but also play an important role in promoting Kashmir’s unique cultural heritage, traditions and positive identity on the global stage.

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