Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today handed over compassionate appointment letters to the family members of two martyred Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel, reaffirming the administration's commitment to supporting the families of those who laid down their lives in the line of duty.&nbsp;At a ceremony held at Lok Bhavan, the Lieutenant Governor presented an appointment letter to Absar Ashiq Qureshi, son of martyred Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi, who was killed in the July 22, 2026 terror attack in Anantnag. Family members of the martyr were present on the occasion.&nbsp;Paying tribute to the slain police personnel, the Lieutenant Governor described his sacrifice as an act of exceptional courage and assured the bereaved family of all possible assistance from the administration. He had also visited the martyr's family at Lalpora, Beerwah in Budgam last week to express his condolences.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-has-delhi-police-banned-drones-uavs-paragliders-in-national-capital-territory-independence-day-1785568292769">Why has Delhi Police banned drones, UAVs, paragliders in National Capital Territory?</a>&nbsp;In a separate event, the Lieutenant Governor handed over an appointment letter on compassionate grounds to Inshah Nazir, wife of martyred J&amp;K Police Inspector Masroor Ali Wani. Honouring Inspector Wani's supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation, the Lieutenant Governor assured his family of continued support and every possible assistance from the Jammu and Kashmir administration.&nbsp;The appointments were made under the government's compassionate appointment policy aimed at providing financial security and support to the families of personnel who lose their lives while performing their duties.

The appointments were made under the government's compassionate appointment policy aimed at providing financial security and support to the families of personnel who lose their lives while performing their duties.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today handed over compassionate appointment letters to the family members of two martyred Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel, reaffirming the administration's commitment to supporting the families of those who laid down their lives in the line of duty. At a ceremony held at Lok Bhavan, the Lieutenant Governor presented an appointment letter to Absar Ashiq Qureshi, son of martyred Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi, who was killed in the July 22, 2026 terror attack in Anantnag. Family members of the martyr were present on the occasion. Paying tribute to the slain police personnel, the Lieutenant Governor described his sacrifice as an act of exceptional courage and assured the bereaved family of all possible assistance from the administration. He had also visited the martyr's family at Lalpora, Beerwah in Budgam last week to express his condolences. Also read: Why has Delhi Police banned drones, UAVs, paragliders in National Capital Territory? In a separate event, the Lieutenant Governor handed over an appointment letter on compassionate grounds to Inshah Nazir, wife of martyred J&K Police Inspector Masroor Ali Wani. Honouring Inspector Wani's supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation, the Lieutenant Governor assured his family of continued support and every possible assistance from the Jammu and Kashmir administration. The appointments were made under the government's compassionate appointment policy aimed at providing financial security and support to the families of personnel who lose their lives while performing their duties.

The appointments were made under the government's compassionate appointment policy aimed at providing financial security and support to the families of personnel who lose their lives while performing their duties.

LG Manoj Sinha hands over compassionate appointment letters to families of martyred J&K police personnel

A delegation from the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) met Jammu &amp; Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in Srinagar on Friday to discuss measures aimed at boosting investment, tourism, the creative economy and preparations for the International Film Festival of Jammu &amp; Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026.&nbsp;The delegation included PHDCCI CEO and Secretary General Dr Ranjeet Mehta, Kashmir Chapter Chair Vicky Shaw, Co-Chair of International Affairs for Europe and CIS Vikas Khanduri, and Deputy Director Iqbal Fayaz Jan.&nbsp;The discussions centred on expanding cooperation between the industry body and the Jammu &amp; Kashmir administration to accelerate economic development and strengthen the Union Territory's appeal as a destination for business, tourism and creative industries.<h2>Focus on investment and business growth</h2>During the meeting, Dr Mehta briefed the Lieutenant Governor on PHDCCI's work across trade, industry, international cooperation, micro, small and medium enterprises, tourism and skill development. He outlined the chamber's efforts to support businesses through policy advocacy, industry engagement and partnerships with domestic and international stakeholders.&nbsp;The delegation also explored opportunities to deepen cooperation in sectors that can generate investment, create employment and strengthen the local economy.&nbsp;Dr Mehta appreciated the administration's initiatives to restore peace and improve the business climate in Jammu &amp; Kashmir. He said the Union Territory's natural beauty, cultural heritage and improving investment ecosystem present strong opportunities for tourism, international film production and the creative economy.<h2>IFFJK 2026 takes centre stage</h2>A major focus of the meeting was the International Film Festival of Jammu &amp; Kashmir 2026, which is scheduled to be held in Kashmir in September.&nbsp;The PHDCCI delegation expressed its willingness to support the festival's global outreach and thanked the Lieutenant Governor for the encouraging discussions on the event. The chamber said it would use its network of diplomatic missions, international chambers of commerce and strategic partners to promote the festival worldwide.&nbsp;According to PHDCCI, the initiative is expected to strengthen Jammu &amp; Kashmir's position as an emerging destination for international film productions while showcasing the region's cultural heritage and creative potential to a global audience.&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha welcomed the chamber's proposals and assured the delegation of the administration's full support for initiatives that promote investment, tourism and the creative economy. He also backed PHDCCI's partnership with the Jammu &amp; Kashmir government for the successful organisation of IFFJK 2026.&nbsp;The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their commitment to working together to attract investment, expand tourism, strengthen industry partnerships and create new economic opportunities across Jammu &amp; Kashmir.

A PHDCCI delegation met Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to discuss promoting investment, tourism, the creative economy and global outreach for the International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026.

A delegation from the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) met Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in Srinagar on Friday to discuss measures aimed at boosting investment, tourism, the creative economy and preparations for the International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026. The delegation included PHDCCI CEO and Secretary General Dr Ranjeet Mehta, Kashmir Chapter Chair Vicky Shaw, Co-Chair of International Affairs for Europe and CIS Vikas Khanduri, and Deputy Director Iqbal Fayaz Jan. The discussions centred on expanding cooperation between the industry body and the Jammu & Kashmir administration to accelerate economic development and strengthen the Union Territory's appeal as a destination for business, tourism and creative industries. Focus on investment and business growth During the meeting, Dr Mehta briefed the Lieutenant Governor on PHDCCI's work across trade, industry, international cooperation, micro, small and medium enterprises, tourism and skill development. He outlined the chamber's efforts to support businesses through policy advocacy, industry engagement and partnerships with domestic and international stakeholders. The delegation also explored opportunities to deepen cooperation in sectors that can generate investment, create employment and strengthen the local economy. Dr Mehta appreciated the administration's initiatives to restore peace and improve the business climate in Jammu & Kashmir. He said the Union Territory's natural beauty, cultural heritage and improving investment ecosystem present strong opportunities for tourism, international film production and the creative economy. IFFJK 2026 takes centre stage A major focus of the meeting was the International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir 2026, which is scheduled to be held in Kashmir in September. The PHDCCI delegation expressed its willingness to support the festival's global outreach and thanked the Lieutenant Governor for the encouraging discussions on the event. The chamber said it would use its network of diplomatic missions, international chambers of commerce and strategic partners to promote the festival worldwide. According to PHDCCI, the initiative is expected to strengthen Jammu & Kashmir's position as an emerging destination for international film productions while showcasing the region's cultural heritage and creative potential to a global audience. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha welcomed the chamber's proposals and assured the delegation of the administration's full support for initiatives that promote investment, tourism and the creative economy. He also backed PHDCCI's partnership with the Jammu & Kashmir government for the successful organisation of IFFJK 2026. The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their commitment to working together to attract investment, expand tourism, strengthen industry partnerships and create new economic opportunities across Jammu & Kashmir.

A PHDCCI delegation met Jammu &amp; Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to discuss promoting investment, tourism, the creative economy and global outreach for the International Film Festival of Jammu &amp; Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026.

PHDCCI delegation meets J&K Lieutenant Governor to discuss International Film Festival, creative economy and investment

The Jammu and Kashmir administration’s intensified crackdown on narcotics under the “Nasha Mukt J&amp;K Abhiyan” has not only targeted drug trafficking networks but also struck at the financial channels allegedly sustaining terror activities in the Union Territory.&nbsp;Security agencies have long maintained that narcotics smuggling in Jammu and Kashmir is closely linked with terror groups operating in the region. According to officials, proceeds generated from the illegal drug trade are often used to fund terror operations, recruit operatives, and maintain terror infrastructure.&nbsp;The government’s 100-day anti-drug campaign, launched on April 11, 2026, completed its first month with what authorities described as “significant achievements” in both public awareness and enforcement measures.&nbsp;Officials said that more than one crore people have participated in the campaign across Jammu and Kashmir, making it one of the largest anti-drug awareness movements in the region. During the first month alone, thousands of awareness programmes were organised, including padyatras, rallies, school and college outreach initiatives, and sports events.&nbsp;One of the major highlights of the campaign was a large padyatra led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, aimed at mobilising public support against drug abuse and trafficking.&nbsp;Alongside awareness drives, authorities intensified enforcement operations against narcotics networks. According to official figures, 646 persons have been arrested, while 614 FIRs were registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act during the first month of the campaign.&nbsp;Police and security agencies apprehended 435 alleged drug peddlers and identified 160 drug hotspots across the Union Territory. Authorities also attached or demolished properties worth more than 31 crore linked to narcotics trafficking, including 37 houses associated with drug peddlers.&nbsp;Enforcement agencies recovered more than 260 kilograms of narcotics during the operation, including 3.8 kilograms of heroin, 32.92 kilograms of charas, and large quantities of ganja. Illegal poppy cultivation spread across 21 marlas of land was also destroyed.&nbsp;Officials said the administration is simultaneously targeting both the supply and demand sides of the drug problem. As part of punitive measures, 252 driving licences and 111 vehicle registrations were cancelled for involvement in narcotics-related activities. In addition, 104 drug store licences were suspended while two were cancelled outright.&nbsp;To strengthen surveillance and preventive measures, inspections were carried out at 3,067 chemist shops and 977 schools and hospitals across the Union Territory. Authorities also installed around 2,815 CCTV cameras at vulnerable locations to improve monitoring and enforcement capabilities.&nbsp;On the rehabilitation front, Health Department facilities treated 44,602 patients, including 339 admissions in In-Patient Departments (IPD). The Tele-MANAS helpline, launched to provide counselling and support for substance abuse issues, handled 2,786 calls during the period.&nbsp;Reaffirming its commitment to a drug-free Jammu and Kashmir, the administration said the campaign would continue with sustained public participation, strict enforcement, and rehabilitation support to dismantle narcotics networks and curb narco-terror financing in the region.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/new-tamil-nadu-cm-vijay-orders-closure-of-717-liquor-shops-near-schools-temples-and-bus-stands-1778561237334">Tamil Nadu TASMAC shop closure: CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near schools, temples and bus stands</a>

The government’s 100-day anti-drug campaign, launched on April 11, 2026, completed its first month with what authorities described as “significant achievements” in both public awareness and enforcement measures.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration’s intensified crackdown on narcotics under the “Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan” has not only targeted drug trafficking networks but also struck at the financial channels allegedly sustaining terror activities in the Union Territory. Security agencies have long maintained that narcotics smuggling in Jammu and Kashmir is closely linked with terror groups operating in the region. According to officials, proceeds generated from the illegal drug trade are often used to fund terror operations, recruit operatives, and maintain terror infrastructure. The government’s 100-day anti-drug campaign, launched on April 11, 2026, completed its first month with what authorities described as “significant achievements” in both public awareness and enforcement measures. Officials said that more than one crore people have participated in the campaign across Jammu and Kashmir, making it one of the largest anti-drug awareness movements in the region. During the first month alone, thousands of awareness programmes were organised, including padyatras, rallies, school and college outreach initiatives, and sports events. One of the major highlights of the campaign was a large padyatra led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, aimed at mobilising public support against drug abuse and trafficking. Alongside awareness drives, authorities intensified enforcement operations against narcotics networks. According to official figures, 646 persons have been arrested, while 614 FIRs were registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act during the first month of the campaign. Police and security agencies apprehended 435 alleged drug peddlers and identified 160 drug hotspots across the Union Territory. Authorities also attached or demolished properties worth more than 31 crore linked to narcotics trafficking, including 37 houses associated with drug peddlers. Enforcement agencies recovered more than 260 kilograms of narcotics during the operation, including 3.8 kilograms of heroin, 32.92 kilograms of charas, and large quantities of ganja. Illegal poppy cultivation spread across 21 marlas of land was also destroyed. Officials said the administration is simultaneously targeting both the supply and demand sides of the drug problem. As part of punitive measures, 252 driving licences and 111 vehicle registrations were cancelled for involvement in narcotics-related activities. In addition, 104 drug store licences were suspended while two were cancelled outright. To strengthen surveillance and preventive measures, inspections were carried out at 3,067 chemist shops and 977 schools and hospitals across the Union Territory. Authorities also installed around 2,815 CCTV cameras at vulnerable locations to improve monitoring and enforcement capabilities. On the rehabilitation front, Health Department facilities treated 44,602 patients, including 339 admissions in In-Patient Departments (IPD). The Tele-MANAS helpline, launched to provide counselling and support for substance abuse issues, handled 2,786 calls during the period. Reaffirming its commitment to a drug-free Jammu and Kashmir, the administration said the campaign would continue with sustained public participation, strict enforcement, and rehabilitation support to dismantle narcotics networks and curb narco-terror financing in the region. Also read: Tamil Nadu TASMAC shop closure: CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near schools, temples and bus stands

The government’s 100-day anti-drug campaign, launched on April 11, 2026, completed its first month with what authorities described as “significant achievements” in both public awareness and enforcement measures.

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LG Manoj Sinha hands over compassionate appointment letters to families of martyred J&K police personnel

PHDCCI delegation holds talks with J&K LG on film festival, creative economy

J&K’s anti-drug drive deals major blow to narco-terror network