Bandipora First

#WildlifeWeek: Wildlife Department Bandipora in collaboration with School Education Department held a mega cleanliness drive in Bazipora area of Ajas as part of the celebrations of Wildlife Week. The drive was held under the supervision of Firda Ur Rehman, Range Officer Wildlife Range Bandipora.

7-year-old boy dies in leopard attack in Nesbal Sumbal Pall of gloom descends on the village

DDC Chairperson hoists National flag at S.K Sports Stadium, Bandipora Colorful flag hoisting functions held across the district amidst overwhelming participation of more than 01 lakh people

Soldier from Bandipora, Killed in Kulgam Operation, Laid to Rest With Full Military Honours Babar Rather Bandipora, Aug 6 (GNS): The final rites of Sepoy Waseem Ahmad Bhat, a soldier hailing from Dachigam area of Bandipora, were held with full military honors here on Sunday. Bhat laid his life in the line of duty in an encounter with militants in Halan forest area of South Kashmir's Kulgam district on Friday last. The 31-year-old Bhat was among three army soldiers taken to 92 Base Hospital after sustaining critical injuries during the Halan Kulgam operation – where all of them succumbed to their injuries shortly after. Bhat’s mortal remains, as per a close relative, were ferried back from the military hospital Srinagar to his native village Dachigam Bandipora on Sunday morning. Hundreds of locals, along with top officials from the Army, Police and CRPF gathered at Middle School Dachigam to pay their respects and witness the last rites, which were conducted with full religious and military honors. Bhat's untimely demise has deeply saddened the community and the women mourned the loss of this young soldier, who also happened to be a gifted football player. He proudly represented the ‘Iqra Football Club’ in Dachigam for a long time. Behind him, Waseem leaves his wife, whom he had married in November 2021. His last visit to home on Eid was a cherished memory for his family. "His wife is six months pregnant," shared Zubair Sarwar Dar, his younger brother. Besides his wife, Waseem is survived by his parents, a brother and two married sisters. In the face of this tragic loss, Bandipora Police has in the meantime expressed its solidarity with the bereaved family. "Bandipora Police stands in solidarity with the bereaved families in this hour of grief,#SaluteToTheBrave hearts for their supreme sacrifice in the line of duty,” reads a tweet, as per GNS. (GNS)

#WatchVideo: Pall of gloom descends on Bandipora village after Army trooper’s killing in Kulgam Encounter.

Bear Attack Leaves Woman Injured In Ajas Bandipora Babar Rather Bandipora, Jul 29 (GNS): A middle-aged woman was injured after being attacked by a black bear in Ajas area in north Kashmir's Bandipora district on Saturday afternoon. Reports reaching GNS said that a woman identified as Aisha Begum, 50, wife of Bashir Ahmad Rather, a resident of Kawpora Ajas, was injured after attacked by a black bear, while she was working in a kitchen-garden at Nagaiwaan Ajas. The woman suffered injuries in her left eye and was evacuated from the site to a nearby health facility from where she has been referred to a Srinagar hospital for preferential treatment. When contacted, a Wildlife Department official told GNS that soon after receiving intimation, a team was rushed to the spot to keep a track on the movements of bear to capture it at an earliest. (GNS)

The work on the road leading towards the Tangbathou area of Ajas Bandipora has been abruptly halted, with no completion in sight. The reasons behind this unexpected pause are known only to the concerned officials of the R&B and the contractor involved.

The Sonawari Journalists Association successfully conducted its elections on Wednesday, resulting in the selection of a new leadership team. The election took place at Dak Banglow Sumbal, with the Veterans Journalist, Sahil Nazir & Young Journalist, Sajid Rasool supervising the whole process. The event saw the participation of 13 journalists from various electronic and print media organizations. Bhat Zahoor, from Gulistan News, was elected unopposed as the President of the Sonawari Journalists Association, while Babar Rather, representing GNS News Agency, was chosen as the association's Spokesperson, and Tahir Chilkey was elected as the General Secretary.

Heavy rains and hailstorm wreaked havoc in several villages of Bandipora on Friday evening, damaging crops and orchards. The heavy rains,hailstorm resulted in extensive damage to crops and orchards across several villages of Bandipora namely Ashtangoo, Aloosa, Kehneusa, and Kema.

Volleyball Tournament under floodlights bring cheer to sports enthusiasts

Volleyball Tournament under floodlights bring cheer to sports enthusiasts Sajid Raina Bandipora, Aug 31 (KNO): Youth in Gundpora village of north Kashmir's Bandipora have managed to make volleyball tournament under floodlights possible, bringing cheers to thousands of sports enthusiasts. "Initially, when the tournament was started, some matches were left unfinished because of low light in the evening after which the organizers got floodlights installed in the field," Reyaz Ahmad, an organizer of the Sheikh Hamza volleyball championship tournament told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO). "We sought help from district administration and got six poles on which we had to put up lights," he said, adding that they got a positive response from them. "As soon as we brought the poles to the volleyball court, the sports lovers of the village came to help us erect these poles and little by little we became successful," he said, adding that after erecting the poles we arranged the lights and finally we succeeded. As the news of matches—which were scheduled to be played there under floodlights—went viral on social media, Reyaz says huge rush of people left the cosy atmosphere at their home moved towards the ground. "In the evening, thousands of spectators come here to watch the match, which was never seen here before as such event is being held for the first time in our area," he added. Mustafa Ahmad who is capable of playing volleyball says that sports infrastructure should be further developed in his area as the youth here has a lot of talent in the sports field. "Sports activities also keep the youth away from evil elements so we hope that the sports infrastructure here will be further enhanced," he said. Thanking the administration for help, youth of the area urged deputy commissioner Bandipora, Dr Owais Ahmad to develop sports infrastructure further in their respective area—(KNO)

National Conference leaders including Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah & Nasir Aslam Wani dancing in a marriage function somewhere in Kashmir.....

National Conference leaders including Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah & Nasir Aslam Wani dancing in a marriage function somewhere in Kashmir.....

Dare Devil Team of J&K police participating first time in District Bandipora tomorrow at SK Stadium Bandipora 14 August 2022:- Tomorrow Dare Devil Team of J&K police is going to participate for the first time in District Bandipora during Independence Day Parade at SK Stadium Bandipora. Established in the year 2000 , the Dare Devil team of J&K Police is all set to enthrall the audience in the Independence Day Parade.Today the team practised with their spellbound stunts.

Bandipora police organised mega Tiranga rally under the aegis of #AzadiKaAmritMahotsav & #HarGharTirangaCampaign, flagged off by SSP Bandipora

Har Ghar Tiranga campaign continues in Bandipora; More than Eight Thousand participate in an Impressive Tiranga Rally Held at Hajin Bandipora The Mega Tiranga Rally at Hajin was attended by Deputy Commissioner Bandipora Dr. Owais Ahmed , SSP Bandipora Mohd Zahid, SDM Sumbal Dr. Bashir Lone, Chairman MC Hajin, Padma Sharee Faisal Ali Dar and others.

Non-local Labourer Shot Dead in Sadunara area of Bandipora...Brother of slain labourer speaks about the incident.....

Non-local Labourer Shot Dead in Sadunara area of Bandipora...Brother of slain labourer speaks about the incident.....

ASP Bandipora, Ashiq Tak along with SDPO Sumbal, Surindar Mohan taking part in religious procession of Muharram in Dangerpora area of Sonawari on Thursday....

ASP Bandipora, Ashiq Tak along with SDPO Sumbal, Surindar Mohan taking part in religious procession of Muharram in Dangerpora area of Sonawari on Thursday....

#Watch; Bandipora District remains abuzz with Har Ghar Tiranga activities; Around 5000 students participated in Tiranga rally held at NM Hr. Secondary Bandipora.....

Mega Tiranga Rally held at Education Zone Hajin to promote Har Ghar Tiranga campaign Bandipora August 08: In connection to the series of activities being organised as part of ongoing Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav a mega Tiranga rally was today held in Education Zone Hajin in presence of District Nodal Officer Bandipora Mohammad Ashraf Hakak in which over 750 students of different schools enthusiastically took part. Addressing the gathering District Nodal Officer Bandipora Mohd Ashraf Hakak said that th idea behind Har Ghar Tiranga activities is to invoke the feeling of patriotism in the hearts of People and to promote awareness about Indian National Flag. He said series of activities like rallies, debates, quiz, painting competitions and cultural programmes are organised throughout district to promote the campaign. Hakak said organising such events adds more enthusiasm among the public aand respect for Tiranga. He urged all the stake holders to cooperate and coordinate in order to make the Har Ghar Tiranaga initiative a grand success in the district. Speaking ok the occasion ZEO Hajin Mohammad Akbar said under the directions of Worthy Deputy commissioner Bandipora Mega Tiranga rally was kicked started in Zone Hajin in which number of students have participated and this will continue till 15th August .Number of events will be conducted ahead of 15 August celebration, He added Three schools have participated in this mega rally with full enthusiasm and every school will took part in Har Gar Tiranga program to make it successful. He expressed joy for enthusiastic participation of students in Tiranga rally. Girls students sang National anthem songs during the event to make it colourful event . Earlier Zone Hajin has got 2nd position in two competition held at district level, Mohd Akbar said Similiar tiranga rally was held by Municipal Committe Hajin where in MC chairman Irshad Ahmad Wani ,ADC Bandipora , Executive Officer MC Haji

DC Bandipora holds public Darbar at S.K Bala; Interacts with locals, PRIs; Locals thanked admin for holding public darbar at their doorsteps Bandipora August 06: District Administration Bandipora on Saturday organised public Darbar at Saderkoot Bala to get first hand appraisal of various issues of people of sadekoot Bala and other adjacent areas. The public darbar was presided by Deputy Commissioner Bandipora Dr Owais Ahmed and was attended by SDM Sumbal Dr. Bashir Lone, Exen R&B, CEO Bandipora BDC Hajin, PRIs and officers from Police and civil administration besides general public. SDM Sumbal at the out set presented the data of various developmental activities. On the occasion, the general public and PRIs put forth various demands relating to improvement of roads, drinking water supply, Mining, Upgradation of schools, Basic facilities in educational institutions, availability of teachers, transportation, Health, children's park, availability of tourist huts etc. Speaking on the occasion, the Dr Owais said that holding public interaction programmes enables administration to have an on spot status of developmental programmes besides other welfare initiatives, schemes run by various departments relating to all sectors. Related to road construction work Dr. Owais asked people to submit the proposal in the Gram Panchayat meetings in cooperation with PRIs and further decision will be taken. The DC directed R&B Sumbal to take up all inner links of Saderkoot Bala for Upgradation. He said District Administration has macdamised 160Kms road against target of 116 kms last year and said macdmisation of roads, upgradation of water supply schemes under JJM and all other basic facilities are going in full swing in district for the welfare of general public. Most of the problems were solved on spot whereas for rest concerned departments were given instructions for redressal on priority. The DC on the occasion urged the public to cooperate with administration and su

Students flagged off for Bharat Darshan Tour,Organised By Bandipora Police Bandipora,06 August 2022: As a part of Civic Action Programme of J&K police, today students of district Bandipora were flagged off for week long Bharat Darshan Tour.The tour was organized by Bandipora police and all boarding and lodging facilities, to and fro air tickets including all other logistic facilities are provided by Bandipora police. The flagging off ceremony was held at DPL Bandipora,attended by DYSP HQRS Bandipora Shri Mohmmad Shafat-JKPS & DYSP DAR Bandipora Shri Ishfaq Alam. The DYSP HQRS Bandipora in his address to the touring students said that Bharat Darshan tour which is organized by Bandipora police is primarily aimed at providing opportunity to the youth of the district to understand the togetherness of India and it is an effort of J&K police to expose our youth to exciting tourist spots of the country, historical places and other famous workplaces, industrial units and IT sectors etc, adding that it would make them aware of Art and Culture, people and rich diversity of our country. He advised the touring youth to imbibe in them greatness of the country and to take full advantage of the opportunity and collect memories for life during the tour,besides wished them a funfilled, safe and life changing tour. The students will visit different historical & tourist places in Mumbai, Delhi etc.

Listen to this gentleman.....

Cloudburst triggers flashfloods in Tulail area of Gurez....

Preparations in full swing at Bandipora to celebrate Digital JK week from 25th of July....

ADC Bandipora conducts surprise inspection of Offices

ADC Bandipora conducts surprise inspection of Offices

GOOD NEWS FOR THE PEOPLE OF BANDIPORA.....

GOOD NEWS FOR THE PEOPLE OF BANDIPORA.....

DC Bandipora, Dr. Owais Ahmed visits Naidkhai; Interacts with PRIs, General Public; Takes Review of developmental works

DC Bandipora, Dr. Owais Ahmed visits Naidkhai; Interacts with PRIs, General Public; Takes Review of developmental works

SANJY-2022: Shadipora transit Camp wears Festive Look, Locals artisans, Farmers fully involved

SANJY-2022: Shadipora transit Camp wears Festive Look, Locals artisans, Farmers fully involved Bandipora, July 03: The Shadipora transit Camp for Amarnath Yatris at Bandipora district wears a festive look as the locals have decorated the camp with lights and garlands. The administration has facilitated the local farmers and artisans,govt departments and corporations to erect their stalls wherein they have put their products for sale including fruits, handicraft and handloom products besides other items required during holy pilgrimage. The Artisans associated with various departments have erected their stalls at Shadipora Camp not only showcasing their performance but also selling the products. The stalls attract a large number of Yatris. The Department of Handicrafts and Handloom has erected a stall wherein the artisans of Sumbal and adjoining areas have put Handmade shawls and other clothing items on sale, selling their products directly to the customer without any third party intervention. "We are directly selling the products to Yatris and they are liking our products," Said Shahnaza Begum who weaves shawl at home and has put them on sale at the camp. "We always welcome the Yatris here with open arms. This is for the first time we have been facilitated to erect our stalls. We are earning too," She added. The members of Self Help Groups associated with Jammu and Kashmir State Rural Livelihood Mission has also erect stalls at the camp selling their products including agro-products including Honey, Jams, handicrafts and Handloom products including Shawls,Suits,Curtains, Scarf, Bags,Embroidery Pheran, Bags, hand woven ladies gents kids sweaters caps,socks Mufflers etc. Several farmers have also erected stalls selling fresh fruits to the Yatris including Apricots, Apples, Peach and Plum, HD Pear Saharanpuri, Apple Galamast, Apple shahanshah, Pear Nakh, Cherry Santrose,Walnut local,Honey Local,Dried Cherry,Walnut Giri, Pickle ,Apple Fuji,Apple Hazratbali

#WATCH...A teenage boy identified as Muzzaffar drowned to death while he was trying to cross his cattle in Wullar in Laharwalpora village of Bandipora.....

#WATCH...A teenage boy identified as Muzzaffar drowned to death while he was trying to cross his cattle in Wullar in Laharwalpora village of Bandipora.....

Drone Footage of the Controlled Blast of Hideout on Srinagar-Bandipora Highway

Drone Footage of the Controlled Blast of Hideout on Srinagar-Bandipora Highway