The Report

DC Kupwara reviews functioning of Health Department in District
KUPWARA, JUNE 12: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the functioning and performance of the Health Department across the district.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner took stock of various healthcare services being provided in the district, including patient care, availability of medical staff, infrastructure development, implementation of health schemes, and preparedness of healthcare institutions.
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Kupwara and other health officials briefed the chair on the status of healthcare facilities, availability of essential medicines, diagnostic services, maternal and child healthcare programmes, and ongoing public health initiatives.
The DC emphasized the importance of ensuring quality healthcare services at all levels and directed the concerned officers to address gaps in service delivery on priority. He stressed the need for maintaining adequate staffing, improving patient care standards, and ensuring timely availability of medicines and medical equipment in all healthcare institutions.
The Deputy Commissioner also reviewed the progress of various centrally sponsored and UT-level health schemes and instructed officials to enhance public awareness regarding healthcare benefits and services available to the people.
Reiterating the administration's commitment to strengthening the healthcare sector, the DC urged health functionaries to work with dedication and coordination to provide accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare services to the residents of the district.
The meeting was attended by senior officers of the Health Department and district administration.

DC Kupwara chairs meeting to review implementation of Mission Gyan Bhartam
KUPWARA, JUNE 12: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara Shrikant Suse today chaired a review meeting regarding the implementation of Mission Gyan Bhartam and assessed the progress achieved by various colleges and concerned departments in the district.
During the meeting, a comprehensive review of the implementation of the principles and objectives of Mission Gyan Bhartam was undertaken. The concerned officers apprised the chair about the progress made, activities conducted, and the status of implementation across educational institutions and departments.
The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of effective ex*****on of Mission Gyan Bhartam and directed all concerned officers to ensure timely completion of the assigned targets and activities before June 16, 2026. He stressed coordinated efforts among departments for the successful implementation of the mission and called for regular monitoring to achieve desired outcomes.
The DC further underscored the need for collective responsibility and proactive participation from all stakeholders to strengthen educational initiatives and ensure the mission benefits students and the larger community effectively.
The meeting was attended by Prof. Jahangir Iqbal Tantray, Department of Persian KU, Principals of Government Degree Colleges of Kupwara, Handwara, Langate, Sogam, Kralpora, Tandar, GDC Women Kupwara and Vilgam; Chief Planning Officer, Assistant Commissioner Development Kupwara along with BDOs, Chief Education Officer Kupwara, District Planning Education Officer, Chief Executive Officer, MC Kupwara and Executive Officers of MC Handwara and Langate, and other concerned.