District Information Centre Poonch

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District Information Centre Poonch acts as an interface between Government, Media and the Public.

The Department is charged with the responsibility of projecting and disseminating information about the programmes, policies and achievements of the government. The Information Department has to liaise with the media and also provide the required facilitation to media persons to enable them to cover official functions.

ADDC Poonch Sh. Amarjit Singh (JKAS) inspected the Legacy Waste Remediation Site of Municipal Council Poonch, which is p...
08/10/2026

ADDC Poonch Sh. Amarjit Singh (JKAS) inspected the Legacy Waste Remediation Site of Municipal Council Poonch, which is processing around 9,825 MT waste. He urged citizens to adopt waste segregation at the source itself for a cleaner, greener & waste free Poonch.

DC Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma approved fisheries units under Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) 2026–27 ...
06/10/2026

DC Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma approved fisheries units under Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) 2026–27 through a transparent draw of lots, promoting sustainable livelihoods and income opportunities for fishermen.

Reform Utsav 2026 held across all 229 Panchayats of Poonch, with Gram Sabhas focusing on public participation, Governmen...
03/10/2026

Reform Utsav 2026 held across all 229 Panchayats of Poonch, with Gram Sabhas focusing on public participation, Government schemes, welfare benefits, livelihood opportunities and grassroots development.

Gandhi Jayanti was celebrated at Government Boys Pahari Hostel, Poonch, with a programme highlighting Gandhian values of...
03/10/2026

Gandhi Jayanti was celebrated at Government Boys Pahari Hostel, Poonch, with a programme highlighting Gandhian values of truth, peace, non violence, compassion and service to nation.

On  , Municipal Council Poonch launched a Ward-Wise, Mohalla-Wise Safayi Abhiyan across all 17 wards, with Safai Karamch...
02/10/2026

On , Municipal Council Poonch launched a Ward-Wise, Mohalla-Wise Safayi Abhiyan across all 17 wards, with Safai Karamcharis felicitated for their dedicated services.

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, we pay solemn tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, whose enduring ideals of truth, non-violence...
02/10/2026

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, we pay solemn tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, whose enduring ideals of truth, non-violence and peace continue to inspire the nation.

District Hospital Poonch observed Gandhi Jayanti with a cleanliness drive under Swachhata Abhiyan, with active participa...
02/10/2026

District Hospital Poonch observed Gandhi Jayanti with a cleanliness drive under Swachhata Abhiyan, with active participation of doctors and staff, reaffirming the commitment to a clean and hygienic hospital.

*DC Poonch reviews 'Change of Land Use' cases*  *POONCH, OCTOBER 1:* Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today...
01/10/2026

*DC Poonch reviews 'Change of Land Use' cases*

*POONCH, OCTOBER 1:* Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting to review and dispose of the petitions seeking Change of Land Use (CLU) permissions in the district.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Tahir Mustafa Malik; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Muhammad Sayeed; General Manager DIC Naheem Un Nissa Bhatti; CEO Poonch Development Authority Fareed Kohli; Chief Agriculture Officer Jograj Salathi; ARTO, besides other concerned district officers and representatives of various departments.

The committee held detailed deliberations on CLU applications received from different parts of the district, including Poonch, Surankote, Mandi, Mendhar, Mankote and adjoining areas.

The cases were examined with reference to revenue records, departmental requirements, land-use provisions and other applicable rules and regulations.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to ensure thorough scrutiny and timely disposal of all CLU permission cases while maintaining strict compliance with statutory provisions and prescribed procedures.

*DDC Poonch holds Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Posshana*  *POONCH, SEPTEMBER 30:* District Development Commission...
01/10/2026

*DDC Poonch holds Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Posshana*

*POONCH, SEPTEMBER 30:* District Development Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Posshana, providing a platform to locals to put forth their issues, demands and concerns before the district administration.

SDM Surankote Farooq Khan; Deputy Director Employment Abdul Majid; Xen Jal Shakti Sajad Choudhary; Xen JPDCL Aftab Ahmed; Xen PMGSY, Xen PWD(R&B); AD fisheries, besides other concerned officers were present in the public Darbar.

During the camp, the residents put forth various demands pertaining to healthcare facilities, road connectivity and maintenance, water supply, power, development and maintenance of parks in Bufliaz, besides those related to basic amenities and local development.

The concerned officers present during the camp briefed the public on the issues presented by them and apprised of the status and action being taken on grievances pertaining to their respective departments.

The DDC listened to the grievances patiently and directed the concerned officers to note down each issue and take necessary action for their timely redressal. Several issues were resolved on the spot, while the DDC assured the public that all genuine grievances would be addressed within a stipulated timeline.

Interacting with the locals, the DDC informed them about various government schemes and welfare programmes aimed at promoting employment, entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods. He particularly encouraged the people to avail the schemes pertaining to Fisheries, Sheep Husbandry and other sectors envisaged under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). He urged the locals to explore high income-generating activities such as mushroom cultivation, peanut cultivation, egg production and other viable livelihood activities to enhance household income and create employment opportunities.

The DDC also encouraged the locals to install solar panels and avail the subsidy benefits available under relevant government schemes.

Later, the DDC inspected the road in Posshana Panchayat, where the work has been stalled due to a forest-related issue. After reviewing the matter, he directed the concerned BDO to take necessary steps for preparation of the DPR and submission of the case to the DC Office for further action.

*DC reviews progress of District plan, CSS Works in Poonch District*  _Seeks timeline completion, adherence to quality s...
26/09/2026

*DC reviews progress of District plan, CSS Works in Poonch District*

_Seeks timeline completion, adherence to quality standards_

*POONCH, SEPTEMBER 26:* District Development Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a review meeting of the developmental departments and executing agencies to assess the physical and financial status of ongoing and new works taken up under the current District Capex Budget and Central schemes across different sectors.

The meeting was held in the Conference Hall of Dak Bungalow, and was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Amarjeet Singh; Additional Deputy Commissioner Tahir Mustafa Malik; PO ICDS Fareed Kohli; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Muhammad Sayeed; Assistant Commissioner Development Shakeel Ahmed Malik, besides other concerned district officers, Executive Engineers, Block Development Officers and representatives from various executing agencies.

The DDC undertook a comprehensive department-wise, block-wise and executing agency-wise review of the progress of developmental works. Detailed discussions were held on current status of works, including allotment, tendering, ongoing works, new works, completed works and financial expenditure.

The meeting also reviewed the progress of works under Aspirational Blocks, Swachh Bharat Mission and other centrally sponsored programmes.

The concerned officers and executing agencies apprised the DDC of the current status of works under their respective jurisdictions, including the number of works taken up, allotment and tendering status, works in progress and works completed.

The DDC also reviewed the uploading of physically and financially completed District Plan works for FY 2025-26 on the respective District e-Compendium Portal, along with mandatory geo-tagged photographs.

The DDC directed all concerned officers, particularly the Executive Engineers and executing agencies, to expedite the allotment and tendering of works and ensure timely ex*****on and completion of all ongoing works.

He further directed the officers to closely monitor works at the field level, remove bottlenecks and ensure that the available funds are utilized efficiently within the prescribed timelines.

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