The term for Panchayats, crucial grassroots representatives in Jammu and Kashmir, concludes on January 9, 2024, leaving a power vacuum. With the assembly inactive since 2018, bureaucratic control intensifies, sparking concerns from political parties. Panchayats, pivotal in the region's politics, grappled with challenges but yielded positive impacts, driving development through direct funds and local initiatives. Despite achievements, issues like gender disparity, security dilemmas, and instances of corruption persist, warranting a critical re-examination. The complex interplay of governance, legal intricacies, and the unconventional charm of some members adds nuance to the multifaceted landscape. The looming question remains about the impact on future politics in the region.
JAMMU, Dec 26: Member of Parliament (MP) Jammu-Poonch Lok Sabha seat, Jugal Kishore Sharma today laid foundation stone for Water Supply Scheme (WSS) Chak Mullo in Suchetgarh Constituency and kick started the construction work along with DDC TS Tony, BSC Tarsem Singh, Sarpanchs & Panchs and senior leaders BJP.Jugal Kishore, while speaking at the occasion,
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: Member of Parliament (MP) Jammu-Poonch Lok Sabha seat, Jugal Kishore Sharma today laid foundation stone for Water Supply Scheme (WSS) Chak Mullo in Suchetgarh Constituency and kick started the construction work along with DDC TS Tony, BSC Tarsem Singh, Sarpanchs & Panchs and senior leaders BJP. Jugal Kishore, while speaking at the occasion, said that the construction work of Water Supply Scheme at village Chak Mullo has been started at a cost of Rs 4.48 […]
Many party leaders, Sarpanchs resign Gopal Sharma JAMMU/SRINAGAR, Aug 28: Senior Congress leader and former Minister Taj Mohiuddin today resigned from the basic membership of the party while four more former Ministers and several former Legislators, Local Bodies Councilors/ Corporators, party leaders and Sarpanchs are likely to resign from Congress and join Ghulam Nabi Azad group within a day or two. In a large function held at Jammu today under the leadership of former Minister GM Saroori and senior leader […]
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 18: To get first-hand account of the public grievances, Deputy Commissioner, Avny Lavasa today conducted an extensive tour of the Bishnah and Arnia area and held public outreach camps. DDC members, Sarpanchs Panchs besides scores of individuals apprised her about the problems being faced by them in day to day life. The PRI members one by one highlighted the issues regarding their respective Panchayats which were mainly related to irregular supply of water and electricity, land […]