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JKBOSE Class 12th Important Result Notification

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JKBOSE Class 12th Important Result Notification

Jammu & Kashmir Board of School Education Cancels 2015 Annual Regular Result

The Jammu & Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) issued Notification No: 904/HSE-II/Annual-Regular-2015 on January 4, 2024, announcing the cancellation of the result for Higher Secondary Part-II (Class 12th) Annual Regular-2015 examination. The decision, as per the notification, was made in compliance with directives from authorities conveyed through letters dated December 15, 2023, and an additional order issued on December 27, 2023.

The cancellation of the result pertains specifically to the candidate Aamir Fayaz, son of Fayaz Ahmad Bhat, whose Roll No. was 4613270. The announcement underscores the gravity of the decision by stating that the cancellation is Ab initio, meaning it is null and void from the beginning.

J&K Government Issues Notification for New Recruitment 

The decision-making process leading to the cancellation involves communication from the Assistant Secretary Administration Central, as per letter No. ADMCOC/13/2022-07/164269, dated December 15, 2023. Subsequently, the Joint Secretary Examination Kashmir Division issued Order No. F(JSE-KD)B/23 on December 27, 2023, further solidifying the cancellation.

While the notification provides clear details about the cancellation, it does not delve into the specific reasons or circumstances leading to this drastic measure. The term “Ab initio” indicates that there might be serious irregularities or violations that question the legitimacy of the entire examination process for the mentioned candidate.

The cancellation of academic results is a rare and consequential action that can have far-reaching implications for the student involved. It not only impacts their academic standing but also raises questions about the integrity and fairness of the examination system.

This development prompts broader discussions about the measures in place to maintain the sanctity of examinations and the transparency of the education system. Authorities may need to consider more comprehensive and proactive strategies to prevent such situations from arising in the future.

As the stakeholders in the education community seek clarity on the circumstances leading to the cancellation, the JKBOSE is likely to face scrutiny for the decision. The affected candidate, Aamir Fayaz, and his guardians, along with the wider public, await further information that may shed light on the reasons behind this unprecedented move.

In conclusion, the cancellation of Aamir Fayaz’s Higher Secondary Part-II result sends ripples through the education community in Jammu & Kashmir. As the authorities address queries and concerns, there is an imperative need for transparency and communication to maintain the public’s trust in the education system.

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J&K Government Issues Notification for New Recruitment 

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J&K Government Issues Notification for New Recruitment 

Srinagar (KSA): The Jammu & Kashmir Government issued a notification setting timelines for referral of vacancies to recruiting agencies.

As per Government Order No. 13-PW(R&B) of 2024, the Public Works Department has nominated Mr. Vivek Phonsa, JKAS, Additional Secretary, as the Nodal Officer to ensure completion of recruitment procedures within notified timelines.

Teacher Recruitment 2024: Salary 35000, 2000+ Vacancies

The order comes in compliance with Rule 4 of the J&K Civil Services (Reference of Vacancies and Holding of DPC Meetings) Rules, 2005. It follows Circular No. 01-JK(GAD) of 2023 dated 01.01.2024 issued by the General Administration Department regarding timely referral of vacancies.

The move is aimed at speedy recruitment and filling up of vacant posts in government departments. Timely referral of vacancies to recruiting agencies like the Public Service Commission will help reduce delays in recruitment.

The notification mandates the Public Works Department to complete all procedures related to referral of vacancies, including holding of Departmental Promotion Committee meetings, within prescribed timelines.

The government hopes this will bring greater efficiency and transparency in the recruitment process. It reiterates the administration’s commitment to good governance through timely appointments and improved public service delivery.–(Kashmir Student Alerts)

 

J&K Government Issues Notification for New Recruitment 

Weather Update for Jammu Kashmir from January 10 to 16

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Weather Update for Jammu Kashmir from January 10 to 16

Srinagar, Jan 10: Mercury plumented again in Kashmir Valley as Srinagar recorded a low of minus 5.0°C on Wednesday.

A meteorological department official here told GNS that the temperature was 3.1°C below normal for the summer capital of J&K for this time of the year.

He said the Srinagar saw minimum temperature of minus 2.4°C on previous night.

Qazigund recorded a minimum of minus 4.4°C against minus 2.6°C on the previous night, he said. The minimum temperature was 1.3°C below normal for the gateway town of Kashmir, the MeT official said.

Pahalgam recorded a low of minus 6.3°C against minus 4.4°C on the previous night and it was 0.7°C above normal for the famous resort in south Kashmir.

Kokernag, also in south Kashmir, recorded a minimum of minus 2.4°C against minus 1.2°C on the previous night and the temperature was above normal by 1.6°C for the place, the official said.

Kupwara town in north Kashmir recorded a low of minus 4.7°C against minus 4.5°C on the previous night and it was 2.0°C below normal there, the official said.

Gulmarg, the official said, recorded a low of minus 5.0°C against minus 4.6°C on the previous night and the temperature was 2.6°C above normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir.

Jammu, he said, recorded a minimum of 4.8°C against 5.1°C on previous night, and it was below normal by 2.6°C for the winter capital of J&K.

Banihal recorded a low of minus 1.4°C, Batote 2.2°C and Bhaderwah minus 0.2°C, he said.

Kashmir valley is under ‘Chillai-Kalan’, the 40-day harsh period of winter, which will end on January 30. However it does not mean an end to the winter. It is followed by a 20-day-long period called ‘Chillai-Khurd’ that occurs between January 30 and February 19 and a 10-day-long period ‘Chillai-Bachha’ (baby cold) which is from February 20 to March 1.

The MeT official said that from January 10-16, generally dry weather is expected. “Overall no significant weather activity is expected till January 15.” (GNS)

Teacher Recruitment 2024: Salary 35000, 2000+ Vacancies, Application Form, Last Date

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Teacher Recruitment 2024: Salary 35000, 2000+ Vacancies, Application Form, Last Date

Teacher Recruitment 2024: Salary 35000, 2000+ Vacancies, Application Form, Last Date

The State Selection Board (SSB) has issued a fresh notification for the recruitment of a total of 2064 Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) teachers across Odisha.

The selected candidate will be posted by the Higher Education Department in different non-government fully-aided high schools of Odisha.

Odisha TGT vacancy details:

Important dates:

  • Opening Date & Time for online applications: 08.01 .2024 (01.00 PM)
  • Closing Date & Time for online applications and payment of Examination fees: 07.02.2024 (11.4s PM)

Post-wise vacancy:

  • ARTS- 912
  • PCM- 202
  • CBZ- 187
  • HINDI TEACHER- 194
  • CLASSICAL TEACHER (Sanskrit)- 317
  • URDU TEACHER-3
  • E.T- 249

Level in the Pay Matrix:

  • TGT-Arts, TGT-PCM, TGT -CBZ, Hindi, Sanskrit and Urdu Teachers: Levet-9 with a basic pay of Rs.35,400.
  • PET Level-8 with a basic pay of Rs 29,200.

Age limits of Odisha TGT Recruitment 2024:

  • The minimum age limit for all categories of candidates shall be 21 years and the maximum age shall be 38 years of age as on 1st January 2024 i.e., he/she must have been born not earlier than 2nd January, 1986 and not later than 1st January, 2003. The upper age limit prescribed above is relaxable for the deserving candidates.

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Method of selection:

  • The selection shall be on the basis of a Written Test only. The Written Test will carry full marks of 150 and Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) will be set. The duration of the test will be of two hours. The questions will be based on model syllabus to be uploaded in SSB website. The questions are to be answered in carbonless OMR Answer Sheets. There shall be 100 Questions having equal weightage. White for each right answer, 1.5 marks will be awarded, for each wrong answer there will be negative marking of 0.5 mark.
  • ln case of tie for final selection of candidates, the aggregate percentage of marks secured in the Bachelor’s Degree I +2 or equivalent Examination will be considered. ln case of a further tie, the percentage of marks secured in +2 / Higher Secondary level and Matriculation level will be considered sequentially to resolve the tie. ln case of a still further tie, the date of birth shall be considered and the candidate who has born earlier shall be selected.
  • The Written Examination for all posts shalt be held in one sitting on a single day.

Zone(s) of examination:

  • The written examination shall be held at Angul, Balasore, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar, Bolangir, Cuttack, Kendrapara, Keonjhar, Koraput and Sambalpur depending upon the number of candidates from the respective zone. ln case, sufficient numbers of candidates are not available for any of the zone(s) excluding Bhubaneswar, the candidates opting for those zones with be accommodated at their nearest zone.

Application fee:

  • A non-refundable and non-adjustable fee of Rs.500/- (Rupees five hundred) only for the candidates coming under the Unreserved / SEBC category and Rs.200/- (Rupees two hundred) only for the Candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe and PwD categories (those with 40% permanent disability or more) are to be collected. The amount shall be deposited on-line through SB Collect gateway only at the time of submission of on-line application.
  • The Account details for deposit of application fee: Current Account No-35396835756, State Bank of lndia, Govt. Treasury Branch, Bhubaneswar, IFS Code: S81N0009025.

How to apply:

  • Candidate must apply online through the website of State Selection Board, Odisha.
  • Candidate must go through the detailed INSTRUCTIONS available in the link before fitting up Online Application Form.

Click here to read the Odisha TGT Recruitment 2024 notification.

Click here to visit the official website. 

JKSSB Selection Lists for Driver, Tractor Driver, Deputy Inspector Fisheries & other posts

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JKSSB Selection Lists for Driver, Tractor Driver, Deputy Inspector Fisheries & other posts

JKSSB Selection Lists for Driver, Tractor Driver, Deputy Inspector Fisheries & other posts

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the selection lists of shortlisted candidates for various posts across different government departments. The selection lists have been published based on the recruitment notifications issued in 2020 and 2021.

For the Tribal Affairs Department, JKSSB has published the selection list for Driver, Driver-I, Driver-II and Tractor Driver posts advertised vide notification no. 04, 05, 06 and 07 of 2020 and 01, 02, 03 of 2021. Similarly, selection lists have also been released for the same driver category posts for Skill Development Department, Science and Technology Department, Revenue Department, Labour and Employment Department, Horticulture Department and Hospitality and Protocol Department.

Additionally, JKSSB has also published the selection list of candidates for Forest Department and Culture Department based on the recruitment notification for driver posts issued last year. The Transport Department selection list for shortlisted driver candidates has also been declared now.

In another important selection list, JKSSB has released the final selection list of candidates for the post of Deputy Inspector Fisheries or equivalent at level 4. This selection list is based on the Animal/Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries Department notification 04 of 2021 dated 17th July 2021 (Item no. 656 for Jammu division and 657 for Kashmir division).

The selected candidates will now undergo the document verification process and once cleared, will be appointed to the respective posts in different departments. JKSSB has advised candidates to regularly visit the official website for updates on the selection process.JKSSB Publishes Selection Lists for Various Government Department Posts

Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the selection lists of shortlisted candidates for various posts across different government departments. The selection lists have been published based on the recruitment notifications issued in 2020 and 2021.

For the Tribal Affairs Department, JKSSB has published the selection list for Driver, Driver-I, Driver-II and Tractor Driver posts advertised vide notification no. 04, 05, 06 and 07 of 2020 and 01, 02, 03 of 2021. Similarly, selection lists have also been released for the same driver category posts for Skill Development Department, Science and Technology Department, Revenue Department, Labour and Employment Department, Horticulture Department and Hospitality and Protocol Department.

Additionally, JKSSB has also published the selection list of candidates for Forest Department and Culture Department based on the recruitment notification for driver posts issued last year. The Transport Department selection list for shortlisted driver candidates has also been declared now.

In another important selection list, JKSSB has released the final selection list of candidates for the post of Deputy Inspector Fisheries or equivalent at level 4. This selection list is based on the Animal/Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries Department notification 04 of 2021 dated 17th July 2021 (Item no. 656 for Jammu division and 657 for Kashmir division).

The selected candidates will now undergo the document verification process and once cleared, will be appointed to the respective posts in different departments. JKSSB has advised candidates to regularly visit the official website for updates on the selection process.

Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Tribal Affairs Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Skill Development Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Science & Technology Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Revenue Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Labour & Employement Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Horticulture Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Hospitality & Protocol Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Forest Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Culture Department).
Forwarding Letter for the posts of Driver/Driver-I/ Driver-II & Tractor Driver, advertised vide Notification No. 04, 05, 06 & 07 of 2020 and 01, 02 03 of 2021 (Transport Department).
Final selection list for candidates for the posts of Deputy Inspector Fisheries/Equivalent, Level-4; (Item No. 656: Div. Jammu; Item No. 657: Div. Kashmir), Animal/Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries Department, advertised vide Notification No. 04 of 2021 dated 17.07.2021.
Provisional Answer Key Notice regarding Written Examination for the post of Assistant Scientific Officer (Documents), Home Department, held on 09-01-2024.

Official Notification here

IGNOU Releases B.Ed Entrance Test Answer Key 2023, Download here

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IGNOU Releases B.Ed Entrance Test Answer Key 2023

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has published the answer key for the B.Ed Entrance Test 2023 on January 9, 2024. Aspiring candidates can access the answer key on the official website, ignou.ac.in, until January 16, 2024.

Important Details:

– The answer key is available for download on the official website.
– Candidates can verify their responses in the provided PDF file.
– The download should be retained as a hard copy for future reference.
– Objections to the answer key can be submitted to entrancetest@ignou.ac.in until January 16, 6 pm.
– No queries will be entertained after the specified deadline.

Exam Information:

– The B.Ed entrance test for the January 2024 session was held on Sunday, January 7, 2024.
– Examinations took place at various centers nationwide.

For additional details and updates, candidates are advised to refer to the official IGNOU website. Stay tuned for further announcements regarding the B.Ed Entrance Test 2023.

IGNOU Releases B.Ed Entrance Test Answer Key 2023, Download here

All Kashmir Transporters’ Confederation Call-off ‘Steering Chodo Andolan’

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All Kashmir Transporters’ Confederation Call-off ‘Steering Chodo Andolan’

All Kashmir Transporters’ Confederation Call-off ‘Steering Chodo Andolan’

Asif Iqbal

Srinagar, Jan 9: All Kashmir Transporters’ Confederation has called-off its ‘Steering Chodo Andolan’ after observing the initially proposed two-day strike for a day on Tuesday.

Talking to GNS, Chairman All Kashmir Transporters’ Confederation, Mohammad Shafi Mir said that the strike has been called off as we have been communicated by our fellow bodies in different states that the Ministry of Home Affairs has assured of prior consultation with transporters’ association before the final adoption of newly-introduced laws’.

“The further course of action will be decided as decided by the associations’ countrywide”, Mir said.

The strike call given by the All Kashmir Transporters’ Confederation, mostly holding its sway over transporter bodies in North Kashmir, saw a mixed response throughout the valley even as another Association ‘Kashmir Transport Welfare Association’, based in central Kashmir, decided not to collude with the strike call.

The transporters have been demanding the rolling back of penal provisions introduced by the Centre regarding hit-and-run cases. (GNS)

Shahida Khanam, Tribal Girl set up first tribal museum in Bandipora

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Shahida Khanam, Tribal Girl set up first tribal museum in Bandipora

Tribal girl Shahida Khanam establishes first tribal museum in Bandipora

Aadil Abdullah

Bandipora:- Shahida Khanam, a 27-year-old tribal woman hailing from Aragam village in Bandipora district, has emerged as a beacon of hope for the preservation of the rich cultural heritage of the Gujjar community in Jammu and Kashmir

Shahida Khanam said that apart from preserving traditional things in her museum she offers a formal training of Sozni, Embroidery, Knitting, tailoring, designing, and crafting traditional jewelry to local tribal girls.

Over the past ten months, her center has empowered more than 40 girls, not only preserving their cultural roots but also enabling them to earn a livelihood.
Khan’s dreams of expanding her training program to reach more tribal girls, fostering self-employment opportunities.

The center not only teaches traditional crafts but also incorporates modern elements like fashion designing, allowing these girls to adapt to contemporary trends while cherishing their heritage.

Shahida’s museum collection includes traditional ornaments, coins, dresses, earthen utensils, and other items, providing a glimpse into the ancestral way of life.

“We learn different skills her which will not generate an employment opportunities for a poor girls like us but is also the way to preserve our tradition. We love to learn here,” Shegufta a local girl said.

Shahida’s museum not only houses traditional artifacts but also serves as a hub for imparting knowledge and skills to local tribal girls.

The museum’s collection boasts a treasure trove of traditional ornaments, coins, dresses, earthen utensils, and various other items that offer a captivating glimpse into the ancestral way of life of the Gujjar and Bekarwal people.Beyond merely preserving these artifacts, Shahida’s vision extends to nurturing the next generation by offering formal training in a spectrum of crafts such as Sozni, Embroidery, Knitting, tailoring, designing, and crafting traditional jewelry.

The center’s curriculum doesn’t solely focus on traditional crafts but also incorporates modern elements like fashion designing, enabling these young girls to seamlessly blend contemporary trends with their cherished heritage.

One of the local girls, Shegufta, expressed her gratitude, stating, “We learn different skills here, which not only generate employment opportunities for poor girls like us but also serve as a means to preserve our traditions. We love to learn here.”

Shahida Khan’s determination and dedication to preserving the cultural essence of her community through education and skill development stand as an inspiring example.

Her museum not only serves as a repository of artifacts but also as a vibrant space where tradition and modernity converge, ensuring the cultural legacy of the Gujjar and Bekarwal communities thrives for generations to come.

Jammu Srinagar National Highway Traffic Plan & Advisory for 17-01-2024

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Jammu Srinagar National Highway Traffic Plan & Advisory for 17-01-2024

TRAFFIC POLICE HEADQUARTERS, J&K, JAMMU/SRINAGAR

1. From 08-01-2024, 1700 hrs. to 09-01-2024, 1700 hrs., there was slow movement observed on NH-44 due to breakdown of HMVs and poor surface condition of road at Dalwas and single lane traffic at Cafeteria-Mehad, Magerkote, Nachlana, and Hingani between Nashri and NAVYUG Tunnel.

2. Passengers/LMVs operators are advised to prefer the journey on Jammu-Srinagar NHW during the day. Please avoid the journey during night hours as there is apprehension of shooting stones between Ramban and Banihal.

3. HMVs Operators/Owners are requested to desist from overloading and carry sufficient fuel during the journey on Jammu-Srinagar NHW. It is further requested that vehicle owners must double-check the fitness of their vehicles and carry sufficient fuel before undertaking the journey on Jammu-Srinagar NHW.

4. HMVs with only 06 and 10 tyres shall be allowed to ply through Dhar road.

TRAFFIC PLAN & ADVISORY FOR 10-01-2024:

Subject to fair weather and good road condition, LMVs Passenger/Private Cars/HMVs/Load Carriers shall be allowed from both sides on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) viz Jammu towards Srinagar and vice-versa. Commuters are advised to follow lane discipline.

SFs Convoy Movement:

Subject to fair weather and good road conditions, Security Forces vehicles shall be allowed from both sides on Jammu-Srinagar NHW (NH-44) viz Jammu towards Srinagar and vice-versa.

SSG ROAD

Subject to fair weather and good road condition, vehicular movement on Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari road shall be allowed from both sides viz Srinagar towards Kargil and vice-versa. LMVs followed by HMVs shall be allowed from Minamarg towards Srinagar between 0830 hrs. to 1100 hrs. Similarly, LMVs followed by HMVs shall be allowed from Sonamarg towards Kargil between 1230 hrs to 1530 hrs. No vehicle shall be allowed after cutoff timings. SFs Convoy, plying from Srinagar to Kargil, shall leave Srinagar at 0800 hrs. SFs Convoy plying from Drass to Srinagar shall plan their movement in such a manner so that Civil Traffic doesn’t get disturbed.

Mughal Road:

Tomorrow subject to fair weather and good road condition, vehicular movement on Mughal road shall be allowed from both sides viz. Poonch towards Shopian and vice versa. These vehicles shall be allowed from Behramgalla (Buffliaz) and Herpora (Shopian) between 1000 hrs to 1500 hrs. after a green signal from road agencies.

ADVISORY:

People are advised to undertake the journey on NH-44 only after confirming the status of the road from Traffic control units as under:-

• Jammu (0191-2459048, 0191- 2740550, 9419147732, 103)

• Srinagar (0194-2450022, 2485396, 18001807091, 103)

• Ramban (9419993745)

• Udhampur (8491928625)

• PCR Kishtwar (9906154100) for the status of Sinthan Road.

Nearly 28,000 Panchayat, BDC members complete their term today, DDCs to stay for 2 more years

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Nearly 28,000 Panchayat, BDC members complete their term today, DDCs to stay for 2 more years

Nearly 28,000 Panchayat, BDC members complete their term today, DDCs to stay for 2 more years

Govt likely to appoint Administrators to exercise powers

Voter revision, OBC reservation, delimitation to take time

Jammu, Jan 9: Tomorrow will be the last day of nearly 28,000 representatives of Panchayats and Block Development Councils (BDCs) in office as these bodies will cease to exist after completion of their term and it will not be possible for the administration to hold elections to them for at least six months in view of exercises of voter revision, identification of Wards for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and fresh delimitation.

As exclusively reported by the Excelsior yesterday, the Government will shortly come out with an order appointing Administrators to exercise all powers and duties of Halqa Panchayats. The powers are likely to be given initially for a period of six months and if elections are not held by then, the powers can be extended by another three months, the officials said.

They said nearly 28,000 representatives of 4291 Panchayats will complete their five-year term tomorrow and, therefore, they no longer will be able to occupy their posts. As far as 310 BDCs are concerned, they have their term till October this year but it will abruptly come to an end tomorrow in view of Panchayati Raj Act which states that term of BDCs will be co-terminus with Panchayats.

Some of the posts at Sarpanch and Panch levels in Panchayats and few BDC Chairpersons were vacant either since the time of elections due to non-availability of candidates or because of resignation and death of the elected representatives.

However, five Lok Sabha MPs (three from National Conference and two from BJP) and 280 District Development Council (DDC) members including chairpersons and vice chairpersons will continue to function as elected representatives in the Union Territory.

There are 20 DDCs in Jammu and Kashmir-one each in 20 districts. Every DDC has 14 members each. Out of 10 DDCs in Jammu, the BJP is ruling six including Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Udhampur, Reasi and Doda while National Conference is in power in three—Rajouri, Ramban and Kishtwar. Poonch DDC is headed by an Independent female candidate.

The DDCs have nearly two years term left as they were constituted in January 2021 after elections in November-December 2020. This is for the first time that the DDCs, the third tier of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs), were established in Jammu and Kashmir post abrogation of special status of erstwhile State.

Meanwhile, as far as elections to Panchayats are concerned, the officials said the UT Government has approved an amendment for providing reservation to OBCs. At the same time, State Election Commissioner (SEC) BR Sharma has ordered annual voter revision for Panchayats and the final rolls are scheduled to be published on February 26. Lok Sabha elections for five seats in J&K will be held along with other parts of the country in April-May.

“Once percentage for reservation to be granted to OBCs in Panchayats is finalized, a decision will be taken on number of Sarpanch and Panch constituencies to be reserved for them followed by delimitation of the Wards,” the officials said, adding that this exercise could take nearly five to six months.

Elections to Panchayats were held after nearly four decades in Jammu and Kashmir in November-December 2018 along with Municipalities in the same year in October after 13 years. Seventy seven Urban Local Bodies including two Corporations of Jammu and Srinagar completed their term in November-December last year.

SEC BR Sharma has already ordered annual revision of voter lists of Panchayats.

As per an order issued by the SEC, draft rolls of Panchayats will be published on January 15. Claims and objections by the voters can be submitted till February 5. The final rolls will be published on February 26.

Elections to 77 Municipalities including 40 in Kashmir division and 37 in Jammu region and 4291 Panchayats were due in October-November last year but were delayed due to grant of reservation to OBCs.

J&K Administrative Council recently carried out an amendment in the Panchayat Raj Act granting reservation to OBCs in Panchayats. A similar amendment is expected to be carried out shortly in Jammu and Kashmir Municipal Corporations Act and J&K Municipalities Act.–(Daily Excelsior)

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