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Rajnath Singh unveils statue of 1st CDS Late Gen Bipin Rawat in Dehradun. =Govt upholds the dignity of soldiers & honours their invaluable contribution to nation building: Rajnath Singh

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RAJOURI/NEW DELHI FEB 12:–Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday unveiled a life-size statue of late General Bipin Rawat – the country’s .Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) – at TonsBridge School in Dehradun in the presence of Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.

While paying floral tributes Rajnath said: “Late Gen Rawat was a courageous soldier and a good human being, who will always be an inspiration to the future generations,”.

Recalling the incident when General Rawat was wounded due to a gunshot at a remote border post in J&K, Defence Minister said, “The episode prompted the decorated officer to strengthen the functioning of the Indian Army near the Line of Control (LoC) and Line of Actual Control (LAC) when he was the Army Chief and later became the CDS,”.
“General Rawat was a true symbol of the country’s military tradition, militarya soldier, irrespective of the birthplace, remains dedicated to the security of the nation,” he added.
Remembering the last moments of General Rawat, stating that it signified the true meaning of ‘Die with your boots on’.
“The demise of General Rawat is an irreparable loss to the nation. Even in his last moments, he was on duty, serving the nation. His commitment, dedication, and patriotism could be felt until the very end,” said Rajnath Singh.
“The appointment of Gen Rawat as the first CDS is one of the most significant reforms in the military history of the country. The creation of this post reflects the Government’s commitment towards bolstering the Armed Forces,” said Rajnath Singh.
He described ‘upholding the dignity of the soldiers and honouring their contribution’ as the duty of the Government, asserting that “Under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, we are honouring the valour and sacrifices of our soldiers.”
“While the Government is equipping the Armed Forces with state-of-the-art weapons/platforms, it has also constructed the National War Memorial in New Delhi to pay a fitting tribute to the bravehearts,” said Defence Minister.
Elaborating the idea of installing the statue inside the school premises, Rajnath Singh said: “Statues hold a significant importance in our society & culture. It is a part of our rich heritage, which also serves as an inspiration for the future. Schools not only provide education but also shape the personality of students. Every child can learn from personalities such as Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi, former President APJ Abdul Kalam & General Bipin Rawat and contribute to nation building,”.

February 12, 2024
PM likely to visit J&K on Feb 20; to address rally, launch projects ,Rozgar Mela: 3 Ministers in JK, Ladakh today ; 1.08 lakh job letters to be distributed

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JAMMU FEBRUARY 12:-‘Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Jammu and Kashmir on February 20 to inaugurate and lay foundation stone of development works running into thousands of crores. He is also scheduled to address a rally in Jammu.

Meanwhile, in last Rozgar Mela of present Government, Modi will distribute 1.08 lakh appointment letters among the youth through video conferencing in different departments of the Central Government tomorrow.
Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Dr Jitendra Singh will coordinate the Rozgar Mela from New Delhi while three Union Ministers will distribute letters among the youth in Jammu, Srinagar and Leh.

Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Ashwini Kumar Choubey will be present at job distribution mela at BSF Headquarters Paloura in Jammu while Union Minister of State for AYUSH, Women and Child Development Mahendra Munjpara will attend Rozgar Mela at Srinagar. Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farm Welfare Kailash Choudhary will join the similar function at Leh.

Official sources told the Excelsior that the Prime Minister is likely to visit Jammu and Kashmir on February 20. He is likely to visit Jammu as well as Srinagar but the tour schedule is being finalized and is expected to be released in next couple of days.

The Prime Minister is likely to address a massive rally in Jammu, the sources said.

He will inaugurate a series of development projects including All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) at Vijaypur in Samba, the highest Railway bridge, which will link Kashmir with rest of the country by rail this year, in Reasi district, Devika Rejuvenation project at Udhampur, IIM Jammu and Shahpur Kandi.

A number of other projects have also been identified for inauguration while Modi will also lay foundation stone of various other development works in Jammu and Kashmir.
Inauguration and foundation stone laying ceremony of projects is expected to be done from one place.

While train to the Valley will take few more months but there is a proposal to run train beyond Banihal i.e. up to Khari where nearly 40 kilometres track is almost ready and security inspection has been completed.

This will bring Kashmir much closer by rail but linking Valley with rest of the country by train is expected to take few more months. Earlier, the project was expected to be completed by March but the deadline has now been revised to May. However, as per the sources, the train which presently runs between Banihal and Baramulla can easily be extended up to Khari i.e. a distance of another 40 kilometres which will further reduce the gap between Kashmir and Jammu by rail.

The projects to be inaugurated or whose foundation stone will be laid by the Prime Minister run into thousands of crores, they said. In

Modi’s visit to Jammu and Kashmir could boost BJP’s prospects in the Union Territory ahead of Lok Sabha elections as the party this time is eyeing three seats instead of two that it won for two consecutive terms in 2014 and 2019. Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Dr Jitendra Singh and Jugal Kishore Sharma won Udhampur and Jammu seats in last two Lok Sabha polls.

However, this time, the BJP is eyeing third seat Anantnag-Poonch-Rajouri which has large number of Pahari votes to whom the Government accorded ST status in the just concluded Parliament session.

Meanwhile, tomorrow’s Rozgar Mela will be held at 47 locations across the country. The recruitments are taking place across Central Government Departments and State Governments/UTs supporting this initiative.

The new recruits will be joining the Government in various Ministries/Departments viz. Department of Revenue, Ministry of Home Affairs, Department of Higher Education, Department of Atomic Energy, Ministry of Defence, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Ministry of Railways in various positions.

“Rozgar Mela is a step towards fulfilment of the commitment of the Prime Minister to accord highest priority to employment generation in the country. Rozgar Mela is expected to leverage further employment generation and provide gainful opportunities to the Youth for their empowerment and direct participation in National Development,’’ an official statement said.

The newly inducted appointees are also getting an opportunity to train themselves through Karmayogi Prarambh, an online module on iGOT Karmayogi portal where more than 880 e-learning courses have been made available for ‘anywhere any device’ learning format.

This will be last Rozgar Mela of the present Government as Model Code of Conduct is likely to be imposed in first week of March followed by the Parliamentary elections in April-May.

February 12, 2024
Unemployment crisis in UT J&K : Mohammad Altaf Dar

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SRINAGAR FEBRUARY 12:–Provincial Vice President Kashmir (DPAP) Democratic Progressive Azad Party Mohammad Altaf Dar expresses his concern over Unemployment is a critical issue that has a major effect on financial services and economic impact. It has brought multiple difficulties to the citizens of the UT J&K . It is a challenging issue which nowadays has been overlooked by authorities completely. Unfortunately, it is being ignored by the central government/LG administration rapidly.
DPAP Leader Mohammad Altaf Dar said It brought acute hardships for the citizens of UT J&K. But unfortunately, the central government/LG administration has not taken any significant steps towards this matter. But authorities have failed to address it at this time. It created many negative impacts on unemployment as they are jobless and suffering from worse. Therefore, I Mohammad Altaf Dar urgently implore the relevant authorities to take immediate and decisive action to curb this paramount issue as soon as possible.

February 12, 2024
Deputy Commissioner Rajouri reviews progress of work on JJM Works 283 schemes nearing completion

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RAJOURI, FEBRUARY 12:– Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Om Prakash Bhagat today chaired a meeting to assess the progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission schemes, aiming to ensure clean drinking water access to rural communities.

During the meeting, the DC emphasized the crucial aspects of high-quality work, timely project completion, and effective supervision to achieve the goals of the Jal Jeevan Mission. The discussion highlighted significant advancements in Rajouri, with 298 JJM schemes having 660 components with estimated cost of Rs 1974.77 cr have been sanctioned in the district.

Regarding component-wise status of the implementation of the JJM works, it was informed that out of 205 borewells, the work on 196 borewells is completed. As for the dugwells, out of 24, work on 2 is completed, while the rest are in progress. Additionally, out of 107 rapid sand filtration plants, work on 99 has been initiated. Furthermore, under Overhead Tanks (OHTs), out of 9, 5 have been completed.

To accelerate the implementation of these schemes, the Deputy Commissioner directed officers to adopt a results-driven approach, adhering to strict timelines. Through focused efforts and dedicated work, the mission is rapidly transforming into a reality, promising a healthier and happier life for the residents of the region.

For the schemes where the work has not been started yet, the Deputy Commissioner directed officers to promptly address issues hindering the initiation of work on such schemes. Ensuring a swift resolution, he emphasized the need for immediate action to kickstart the projects at the earliest.

The DC emphasized the need for a holistic approach towards water management, emphasizing that it is not just about providing access to clean drinking water but also about preserving and sustainably utilizing these vital resources.

This meeting was a testament to the commitment of the District Administration to implementing the Jal Jeevan Mission effectively, ensuring that rural areas have access to a basic necessity – clean drinking water.

Overall the meeting was a constructive platform for officers to share their experiences, exchange ideas, and find solutions to the challenges facing the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission. The Deputy Commissioner directed them to continue working with dedication and commitment to achieve the mission’s objectives.

CPO, Mohammad Khurshid; SE Hydraulics, Bharam Jyoti Sharma; XEN Jal Shakti Nowshera, Vipin Kumar; EXEN Jal Shakti Mechanical, Manoj Gupta and AEEs of the Jal Shakti Department attended the meeting.

NO: PR/DDI/J-6226//

February 12, 2024