Surankote

21/12/2025

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Ch. Mohd Akram Lassanvi
Highlights
Dr-Mussarat Choudhary
Mohd Shahnawaz Choudhary
Deputy Commissioner Poonch
Manoj Sinha
Omar Abdullah

*MP Mian Altaf chairs DISHA meeting at Poonch, reviews progress of key development schemes*

_Emphasises timely completion of works, quality infrastructure and enhanced public outreach for welfare programmes_

*POONCH, DECEMBER 21* : Member of Parliament Rajouri–Poonch–Anantnag Constituency Mian Altaf Ahmad Larvi on Sunday chaired the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting here at Dak Bunglow to review the progress of centrally sponsored schemes, flagship programmes and social security initiatives in the district.

The meeting was attended by DDC Chairperson Tazim Akhter; MLA Haveli Ajaz Ahmed Jan; MLA Surankote Ch. Mohammad Akram; District Development Commissioner Ashok Kumar Sharma; Additional Deputy Commissioner Tahir Mustafa Malik; Senior Superintendent of Police Shafket Hussain Bhat, along with executive engineers, district officers and heads of various line departments.

At the outset, the District Development Commissioner presented a detailed overview of achievements and progress under key schemes including MGNREGA, IWMP, NRLM, Social Security Schemes and initiatives under the Education sector, Health Sector, Sheep Husbandry, Agriculture and Horticulture, Fisheries, besides others.

Commending the district administration for its performance under centrally sponsored initiatives, MP Mian Altaf stressed the need for greater public outreach to generate mass awareness about the government schemes at the grassroots level. He directed officials to ensure timely completion of all ongoing projects.

The District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) briefed the meeting on beneficiaries receiving assistance under social security schemes such as old age pensions, widow and divorcee assistance, support for persons with disabilities, the State Marriage Assistance Scheme and achievements under SANKALP – Hub for Empowerment of Women and the One Stop Centre.

Emphasising the importance of developing quality infrastructure, the MP urged the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to expedite blacktopping of important roads. The OC GREF apprised the meeting about the status of road projects and the Bhathduria Tunnel.

The MP directed for expediting completion of the Dera Gali–Surankote road stretch. He further called for encouraging youth and farmers to set up value addition units by availing Agriculture, Horticulture and Sheep Husbandry schemes, highlighting their potential for livelihood generation. He further stressed strengthening the health sector and directed authorities to ensure 24x7 health services for the public.

MLA Haveli and MLA Surankote raised various local developmental issues and issued directions to concerned officers for prompt redressal and effective implementation of works.

06/06/2025

Dear
Deputy Commissioner Poonch
Gulam Ali Khatana
Omar Abdullah
Manoj Sinha
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India

Public Statement on the Grave Situation at Poonch District Hospital🚨

It is with profound concern that we issue this statement regarding the deteriorating conditions and reported malpractice at the Government Hospital in District Poonch.

This hospital, established and funded by the Government of India, exists solely for the service and welfare of the public. It is not the personal domain of any individual, group, or vested interest. However, credible reports and disturbing testimonies indicate the existence of an unlawful nexus involving local intermediaries (“Dalals”), who, in alleged connivance with certain insiders, have compromised the hospital’s functioning and put innocent lives at risk.

Such actions not only undermine public trust in state institutions but also pose a direct threat to the right to life and health guaranteed under the Constitution of India. The reported incidents of preventable deaths are not mere administrative lapses—they are potential crimes against the people and a betrayal of the democratic mandate.

We call upon all responsible authorities—at both the Union and State levels—to take immediate cognizance of this issue. A thorough, independent inquiry must be initiated. Those found guilty—regardless of position or power—must face the full weight of the law. It is imperative that the hospital be restored to its rightful role: a space of healing, free from exploitation, corruption, or political manipulation.

The people of Poonch demand accountability. They deserve justice. And they await decisive action.

Let it be known: the health and dignity of citizens cannot be sacrificed at the altar of corruption or indifference. If governance means anything, it must mean the protection of life and the upholding of constitutional values.

We stand in solidarity with the people of Poonch and pledge to pursue this matter until justice is delivered and safeguards are firmly in place to prevent any recurrence.

Issued in the public interest.

JKSC

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