Jammu And Kashmir Governor

Jammu And Kashmir Declared Open Defecation Free

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday September 15, 2018

Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik Saturday declared the state open defecation free (ODF) and launched the "Swachhta Hi Seva " - a fortnight-long cleanliness campaign for public awareness and involvement of community.

Jammu And Kashmir Starts Process For Urban Bodies, Panchayat Polls

India News | Indo-Asian News Service | Saturday September 1, 2018

In a major decision aimed at empowerment of people, the State Administrative Council (SAC) headed by Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik decided on Friday to commence the formal process for conducting municipal body and panchayat elections.

No Time Limit For Constituency Development Funds In Kashmir: Governor

India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday August 30, 2018

In a significant decision, Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik has directed that the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) scheme shall continue to be operational in the State without any time limits.

Centre Wants New J&K Governor To Focus On Political Outreach: Sources

India News | Written by Neeta Sharma | Wednesday August 29, 2018

From the formation of the state government to engaging with all political parties in the Valley - Satya Pal Malik, the new Governor of Jammu and Kashmir - has a lot to deliver in the next six months. Officials in the Home Ministry say they have been asked to give all sorts of help and backing to the 13th governor of the state.

Satya Pal Malik Holds First Meet As Governor, Emphasis On Good Governance

India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday August 23, 2018

In his first meeting after assuming office as governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Satya Pal Malik today made it clear that reinforcing good governance and delivering results urgently on the developmental front must be the priority of the state administration at all levels.

Satya Pal Malik Sworn In As 13th Governor Of Jammu And Kashmir

India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday August 23, 2018

Satya Pal Malik today took oath as the 13th Jammu and Kashmir governor. He was administered the oath of office by Chief Justice of Jammu and Kashmir High Court Gita Mittal at a function at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar.

Satya Pal Malik, 1st Career Politician To Be J&K Governor Since 1967

People | Press Trust of India | Tuesday August 21, 2018

New Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satyapal Malik will be the first career politician to be appointed to the position in the last 51 years, indicating a change in the strategy of the centre which has so far relied on former bureaucrats to run show in the troubled state.

Satya Pal Malik To Replace NN Vohra As Jammu And Kashmir Governor

India News | Edited By Soumyajit Majumder | Tuesday August 21, 2018

NN Vohra, Jammu and Kashmir's longest serving governor, has finally been replaced amid differences with the centre over the formation of a new government in the state and over Article 35A on land ownership rights in the state. Bihar Governor Satya Pal Malik will take over from him.

Only Dialogue Can Solve Problems Faced By Jammu And Kashmir: Governor

India News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday August 15, 2018

Jammu and Kashmir Governor NN Vohra today asserted that only dialogue and discussion can solve problems faced by the state as a confrontational approach will never lead to any resolution.

Increase Vigil Along International Border: NN Vohra To Security Officials

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday August 11, 2018

Jammu and Kashmir Governor N N Vohra has directed the security apparatus along the Line of Control to heighten vigilance in view of the recent reports of infiltration in the valley.

New Jammu And Kashmir Governor Soon, Centre Upset With NN Vohra: Sources

India News | Written by Neeta Sharma | Tuesday July 31, 2018

Jammu and Kashmir will get a new Governor as the Centre has decided not to continue with NN Vohra, sources have told NDTV. Mr Vohra who has handled the charge of Jammu and Kashmir for more than a decade, will not be given another term. Search is on for a new face and one of the contenders is a former home secretary, sources said.

Jammu And Kashmir Governor Reviews Amarnath Yatra Arrangements

India News | Press Trust of India | Sunday July 22, 2018

Jammu and Kashmir Governor N N Vohra today reviewed the arrangements for the ongoing Amarnath Yatra and directed the officials to ensure there was no impediment in the pilgrimage till its scheduled conclusion on August 26.

Governor Seeks Report On Twitter Complaints About Mehbooba Mufti's Party

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday July 7, 2018

Two weeks after he took over the reins in Jammu and Kashmir, Governor N N Vohra's official Twitter handle has got several complaints of alleged corruption and other wrongdoings against the previous PDP-BJP.

Jammu and Kashmir Floods: Rajnath Singh Assures All Possible Help

India News | Press Trust of India | Sunday July 1, 2018

Home Minister Rajnath Singh today assured Jammu and Kashmir Governor N N Vohra of all possible central help to deal with the flood situation in the state, officials said.

All Security Arrangements In Place For Amarnath Yatra: Governor NN Vohra

India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday June 28, 2018

Jammu and Kashmir Governor N N Vohra today said all arrangements have been made for the security of two-month-long Amarnath pilgrimage and there is no cause for any worry.