Day: September 3, 2024

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RAJOURI, SEPT 03 :–District Election Officer (DEO) Rajouri Abhishek Sharma on Tuesday chaired a comprehensive interaction on election matters with Political representatives, besides reviewing general preparations in a meeting with nodal officers.
The DEO conducted an in-depth review of several key areas crucial for the smooth conduct of the elections, including expenditure management, Assured Minimum Facilities (AMF), postal ballots, electoral rolls, and adherence to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). The meeting also covered the status of seizures made till date.
A significant focus was placed on vulnerability mapping, with 518 hamlets identified as sensitive. The DEO directed the nodal officers to finalize the transportation and communication plans, emphasizing the importance of identifying shadow areas where communication is challenging so that stringers can be effectively deployed.
The training of election officials was another critical area of discussion. The DEO noted that the second round of training is currently underway in the three Assembly Constituencies (ACs) and stressed the need for thorough training, particularly for male, female, and Persons with Disabilities (PWD) officials.
The deployment of security forces and the status of the complaint redressal mechanism were also reviewed. The DEO emphasized the importance of training officials on the use of the C-Vigil app, the Flying Squad Teams (FST), and the process of granting permissions through the ENCORE app. He instructed that all political party representatives must be adequately trained on these processes.
Further discussions covered the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), the strong room arrangements, barricading of the counting hall, and ensuring lease line connectivity and power backup for counting day arrangements.
Later, he convened a crucial meeting with representatives of political parties to discuss the guidelines and preparations for the upcoming Assembly Elections 2024. The meeting focused on ensuring a fair and peaceful election process across the district.
The DEO urged political representatives to avoid holding political meetings or rallies without prior permission from the competent authority. He assured the representatives that the security of candidates and political parties will be meticulously managed once the necessary permissions are granted.
In line with the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) directives, the DEO highlighted that all candidates must finance their election expenses exclusively from their official bank accounts. Additionally, no candidate is permitted to use cash exceeding ₹10,000 throughout the entire election period. “Candidates with criminal antecedents are required to publish their backgrounds in newspapers thrice during the campaign” he added.
The DEO also reiterated the ECI’s commitment to ensuring a level playing field to all Political parties. He urged against the dissemination of false or fake complaints and cautioned against forwarding unverified or provocative content that could incite enmity among different sections of society. Strict action will be taken against those involved in hate speech, fake news, or misinformation.
Representatives from the political parties present at the meeting expressed their views and unanimously assured that they would fully comply with the directions issued by the Election Commission of India.
The meeting was also attended by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Raj Kumar Thapa, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Sanjeev Khajuria, Deputy District Election Officer (Dy DEO) Shakeel Malik, Chief Planning Officer (CPO) Maqsood Ahmed, and representatives from all political parties.

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RAJOURI, SEPT 03:– On the directions of District Election Officer Abhishek Sharma, a series of voter awareness programs were organised by District Nodal Officers, Bishamber Dass across district Rajouri to enhance voter participation in the upcoming Assembly Election.
As part of these initiatives, Nodal Officer SVEEP AC-85 Rakesh Kumar Sharma, along with his team, organized an awareness program at Government High School Palam Rajouri and surrounding areas of Palam village. About 200 students and staff participated, learning about the voting process and the significance of every vote. Participants also pledged to mobilize their communities, ensuring no voter is left out.
The day’s events included a voter awareness rally, sports activities, and a door-to-door campaign. At BHSS Rajouri, an outreach session for young and first-time voters attracted about 150 participants, who committed to engaging in the electoral process.
Simultaneously, an EVM Awareness and Training Camp was held at GDC Budhal under the supervision of Dil Mir (ADC Koteranka), Returning Officer for Assembly Constituency 86-Budhal (ST). The camp, organized in collaboration with the College’s Electoral Literacy Club and led by Prof. Tahir Nadeem, aimed to improve electoral literacy through hands-on training on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), provided by Assembly Level Master Trainer (ALMT) Abdul Razaq.
To further engage the youth, a volleyball tournament was organized at Government High School Badhal, led by Headmaster Madan Lal Sharma and the SVEEP Cell.
Similarly, a volleyball match at Govt. High School Dharamsal and cultural activities at GMS Badhanoo involved students and staff, highlighting the importance of voting.
A signature campaign and an awareness rally were also organised at Girls High School Kalakote and GHSS Channi Prat, under the guidance of Nodal Officer SVEEP AC-83 Kalakote Babu Singh.
SVEEP activities were also held in different parts of AC 87-Thannamandi, focusing on voter education and electoral literacy. Notable events included a Quiz Competition at Boys Middle School Darhal, led by SVEEP team member Dr. Toseef Ahmed Malik, and a Skit at Higher Secondary School Manjakot, both designed to instill democratic values and emphasize the importance of voting.
These initiatives, conducted under the guidance of Nodal Officer SVEEP AC 87-Thannamandi Dr Ather Aziz Raina, demonstrates the SVEEP team’s commitment to fostering a culture of democratic participation and strengthening democracy in Rajouri.

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RAJOURI SEPT.02:–For the welfare of patients, their attendants and security of health employees, Block Medical Officer (BMO) Nowshera, Dr Iqbal Malik in a significant initiative has constituted Grievance Cell and Hospital Security Committee for sub district hospital Nowshera in Rajouri district.
Keeping in view the security of the employees in sub district hospital Nowshera in the wake of the tragic incident at R. G. Kar Medical College in Kolkata & recent incident in which a drunken person damaged the casualty room at SDH, Dr Iqbal Malik has constituted a Hospital Security Committee.
As per BMOs order (No BMO/N/Adm/2024-25/1965-69 dt 2/9/24) the Hospital Security Committee will be responsible for implementing & overseeing appropriate security measures to ensure the safety of the patients, staff and visitors.
The committee will work under the chairmanship of BMO and Medical Officer (MO) ,Dr Anil Manyee; Sup Pharmacist, Vijay Kumar; CHO, Ramesh Kumar; JHI Kuldeep Kumar, & Pharmacist Rakesh Khajuria are the members of the committee.
In another person, patient, their attendants and staff friendly initiative, BMO, Dr Iqbal Malik has established a Grievance Cell at SDH Nowshera.
“To ensure a structured & effective approach to handling complaints & grievances from both staff & patients, a Grievance Cell has been constituted at SDH Nowshera. This cell will serve as a dedicated body for addressing & resolving issues promptly & fairly,” read BMO’s order.
The committee will act under the chairmanship of BMO and members include MO, Dr Chander Parkash; Sup Pharmacist, Vijay Kumar; Sr Lab Technician, Yogesh Choudhary; JSN, Abilasha Sharma, & FMPHW, Romit Kour.
The responsibilities of the committee include accepting of grievances from staff & patients in written/ through designated digital platform or dedicated grievance box; Grievance cell have to review within 24 hours of receipt;
resolution/response will be provided within 48 hours (unless further investigation required); the cell is expected to resolve grievances within 7 working days; if grievance not resolved at hospital level it will be sent to higher authorities following proper channels, & the grievance cell have to maintain confidentiality of all proceedings & ensure no staff member faces retaliation for raising concerns.