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JAMMU: Minister for FCS&CA, Transport, Youth Service Sports, , Satish Sharma, today visited camp, where several families from Pargwal sector and other catchment areas have taken refuge following intense cross-border shelling. The shelling has forced many villagers from the border areas of Pargwal to flee their homes for safety, prompting swift action by the administration to relocate and house them at the Mishriwala relief camp.
During his visit, the Minister interacted with the affected residents, listened to their grievances and reviewed the facilities being provided to them. He expressed deep solidarity with the displaced families and assured them that the government stands firmly with them during this difficult period.
“The safety and dignity of every citizen is our utmost priority,” said the Minister. “We are fully committed towards ensuring that those affected by the cross-border violence do not face any further hardship. I have directed the district administration to ensure all necessary facilities, including adequate shelter, food, drinking water, medical aid and sanitation are made available without delay.”
The Minister also reviewed the relief operations and took stock of the arrangements made at the camp. He instructed the officials to maintain regular health check ups, proper sanitation and timely distribution of essential commodities. He asked the concerned to give special attention to children, elderly and women to ensure their specific needs are met.
He appreciated the swift response of the district administration, security forces and civil society volunteers who are working tirelessly to provide relief and maintain peace and order during the crisis. The Minister stated that the situation along the border is being closely monitored and the government is taking all possible diplomatic and administrative steps to ensure the safety of civilians and prevent further loss.
SRINAGAR: According to the Chief Engineer, JKPTCL, in order to carry out dismantling/ de-stringing of conductor between tower location no. 22 to 26 of 132 KV Bemina-Rawalpora Transmission line and allied necessary works for increasing the ground clearance of 132 KV (D/C) Bemina-Rawalpora Transmission line between Tower Location No. 24 to 26 necessitated due to construction of flyover at Sanat Nagar Chowk Srinagar, shutdown of several 33KV Silk Factory and 33 KV Rawalpora lines shall be carried out due to which all outgoing 33 KV feeders supplying areas: Allochibagh, Rambagh, Solina, Tulsibagh, Cargo, Rawalpora, Sanat Nagar, IE Sanat Nagar, Hyderpora, Majeed Bagh shall remain affected from 05.00 AM to 09.00 AM on 13 & 14 May, 2025.
SRINAGAR: According to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL, in order to carry out several works, shutdown of several 33KV lines shall be carried out which will subsequently affect power supply to various areas across Kashmir.
In order to carry out Pole erection and stringing of ACSR, the shutdown of 33KV Railway/ Kund Tap line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Chowgam and Kund shall remain off while power supply to Kund, Waltengoo, Razloo, Chowgam, Lammer, Sopat and adjoining areas will be affected from 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM on 12 May, 2025.
Similarly to carry out the works of stabilization/ branch cutting and necessary maintenance of the 33 KV Watrehail line, the shutdown of 33KV Watrihail Tap line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Waterhail, Waterwani, Charangam and Filtration plant shall remain off while power supply to Waterhail, Sholipora, Lobertal, Dadina, Prisabad, Waterhail PHE Substation, Charangam, Banet Punchgound, Uttligam and adjoining areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM on 11 & 13 May, 2025.
Further to carry out the erection of ST Pole and shifting of 33 KV Budgam Kremshore line permanently through UG Cable at village Razwan, the shutdown of 33KV Budgam-Kremshore line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Kremshore, Khansahib, Raithan, Brenwar shall remain off while power supply to Old Kremshore, Arigam, Nunner, Shamsabad, Dreygam, Arampora, Shinipora, Yaikha, essential, Khansahib, Raithan, Bugroo, Brenwar and adjoining areas area will be affected from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM on 12 May, 2025.
Also in this connection, the shutdown of 33KV Budgam Ichgamline shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Ichgam, Choom, Kanir, Hanjura shall remain off while power supply to Ichgam, Ichkoot, Choon, Bubagh, Razvain, Kanir, Hushur, Wagam, Zuhama, Hanjoora, Dadaompora and adjoining areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM on 12 May, 2025.
Likewise, the shutdown of 33KV Nowbugh Chadoora line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Chadoora, Panzan, Ranger shall remain off while power supply to Sogam, Repora, Dawlatpora, Panzan, Lalgam, Chadoora Town, Chadoora, Hospital, Wathoora, Budgam areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM on 11 May, 2025.
Also in this connection, the shutdown of 33KV Nowbugh Chararisharief line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Char-I, Char-II, Hafroo and Nagam shall remain off while power supply to Kakawring, Yousmarg, Char Town, Rakhe, ITI, Shrine, Tilsera, Alamdar Colony, Town, Bandipora, Nagam, Hayatpora, Hafroo, Bizgo and Lulipora areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM on 11 May, 2025.
Moreover to carry out the installation of 33 KV isolators from GIS Tengpora, the shutdown of 33KV GIS Tengpora KP Bagh line, GIS Tengpora Exhibition Line and GIS Tengpora Narakara line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at KP Bagh, Jawahar Nagar, Rajbagh, Narkara and Gangbugh shall remain off while power supply to KP Bagh, Jawahar Nagar, Rajbagh, Danderkha, Rajbagh, Narkara, Gangbugh and adjoining areas will be affected from 11:00 AM to 02:00 PM on 12 May, 2025.
However, Receiving Station Exhibition and Batamaloo will be charged through 33 KV Silk Factory line. Additionally to facilitate branch cutting / pruning of trees lying in their close vicinity, the shutdown of 33KV Cheshmashahi Brein Nishat line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Brein, Nishat shall remain off while power supply to Dalband Tap Line, Brein, Tulip Garden, Pahloo, Taj Vivanta, BSNL X-Change, Nishat, Foreshore, Pathan Bagh, Filtration Plant areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM on 19 May, 2025.
Also in this connection, the shutdown of 33KV GIS Theed Shalimar line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Shalimar and Harwan shall remain off while power supply to SKUAST, Telibal, Ahrbal, Deewan Colony, Chandpora areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM on 20 May, 2025.
Furthermore to carry out Branch cutting and necessary stabilization works, the shutdown of 33KV Delina Wagoora line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Sangrama, Wagoora, Kreeri, Ichloo, Kalantra shall remain off while power supply to Sangrama, Wagoora, Kreeri, Ichloo, Kalantra and adjoining areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM on 13, 15, 17 and 20 May, 2025.
JAMMU: Under the visionary leadership and patronage of Prof. Sanjeev Jain, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, the students of the the Department of Tourism and Travel Management, Central University of Jammu, participated in the Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) 2025, held in Jaipur recently. Recognized as one of India’s most prominent international tourism event, GITB was jointly organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI).
The event acts as a dynamic platform connecting global buyers, tourism professionals, policymakers, and destination experts from across the world. GITB 2025 showcased innovative elements such as the MEET in INDIA Conclave, cutting-edge exhibitions, and B2B networking sessions. A major focus this year was on positioning India as a leading destination for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism.
The event was graced by several distinguished dignitaries, including Sh. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Tourism and Culture, Government of India, Ms. Diya Kumari, Deputy Chief Minister, Rajasthan, Smt. Pravati Parida, Deputy Chief Minister, Government of Odisha, Sh. Suman Berry, Vice Chairperson, NITI Aayog, Sh. Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Government of Goa, Sh. Suman Billa, Additional Secretary and Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, Sh. Arun Srivastava, Joint Director General, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, Dr. Jyotsna Suri, Past President, FICCI & CMD, the Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, and Dr. Senthil Gopinath, CEO, International Congress and Convention Association and several other global tourism business leaders.
With participation from over 50 countries, GITB 2025 highlighted India’s growing stature as a vibrant and globally competitive tourism destination. Key thematic sessions during the event included: Catalyzing Growth: How tourism policies are shaping MICE opportunities; unlocking India’s MICE Potential: Enhancing convention infrastructure for global appeal, strategizing for Success: crafting effective policies and branding India as a MICE hub.
For the MBA (Tourism & Travel Management) students, the GITB experience proved to be a transformative journey—providing them with real-world insights, direct interaction with industry leaders, and exposure to tourism innovations and global best practices. Their participation in such a high-profile international event marks a significant step in shaping them into future-ready professionals for the fast-evolving tourism industry.
The visit was conducted under the mentorship of Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Raman, Head, Department of Tourism & Travel Management and coordinated by Dr. Mahendra Singh and Dr. Bharti Gupta. With active participation in international events like GITB, Central University of Jammu reaffirms its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, industry alignment, and experiential learning empowering the next generation of tourism leaders.
KATRA: The School of Mechanical Engineering (SoME) hosted an alumni interaction session with two distinguished alumni, AnketaJandyal (2018 Batch) from Cognizant Technology Solutions and Sonal Bhatia (2018 Batch) from Jindal Stainless Steel Limited. The event was aimed to bridge the gap between academia and industry by providing students with valuable insights into career paths, industry trends, and the skill sets needed to succeed in today’s competitive job market. Ms.AnketaJandyal, who is working as a Programmer Analyst at Cognizant, shared her journey from the classroom to the corporate world. She discussed the technical and soft skills essential for thriving in the IT industry, stressing the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and effective communication.
Anketa's session was a powerful reminder of how perseverance and dedication can lead to success in the fast-paced technology sector. Ms. Sonal Bhatia, an Executive in Supply Chain at Jindal Stainless Steel Limited, also discussed her experiences in the manufacturing and logistics sector. Sonal emphasized the critical role of supply chain management in industrial operations and highlighted the importance of problem-solving, leadership, and organizational skills. Her talk resonated with students interested in pursuing careers in supply chain and operations management, providing a real-world perspective on the industry's demands.
The alumni also spoke about the challenges and opportunities that exist outside of academia, offering advice on how students can prepare for the realities of the professional world. They discussed the evolving industrial scenario, the significance of internships, and the value of networking in securing jobs. Dr. YatheshthAnand, Head of SoME, Dr. Mir Irfan UlHaq, Associate Dean, International and Alumni Affairs thanked the esteemed alumni for sharing the experiences.
Prof. YugalKhajuria,Dean International and Alumni Affairs expressed their gratitude towards the alumni for their valuable contributions. Vice Chancellor Prof. Pragati Kumar extended his best wishes to the alumni and students, emphasizing the importance of such interactions in helping students understand the industry landscape beyond their academic curriculum.
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