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Indian Express
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
J&K House panel asks for documents to probe Jal Jeevan Mission, told by dept: Need 1.3 crore pages
A probe into alleged irregularities in the Jal Jeevan Mission in Jammu and Kashmir has run into paperwork — quite literally. In March, following a debate during the Budget session, the J&K Assembly set up a House Committee to probe claims of irregularities. In response to the committee's request for documents, the Jal Shakti Department is learnt to have written that, based on an average of 200 to 250 pages per scheme — there are 3,253 schemes under the Mission — each set would run into roughly 7.3 lakh pages. Since the committee has sought 18 sets for the members and allied staff, the department has written that this would require over 1.30 crore pages. The department has sought an extension to submit the documents, stating that 'this exercise will not even need more time for compilation, but will also require huge resources for printing/photocopying the required number of sets.' Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather had announced the constitution of the House Committee to 'allay the apprehensions' of both the Treasury and Opposition benches after the March debate on the implementation of JJM. It held its first meeting on May 22. The chairman of the committee, Hasnain Masoodi of the National Conference, said the next meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 27. 'We have sought documents on JJM. However, they have sought some time because they said that the documentation is voluminous. I am hoping that by Friday, they will be able to table it,' Masoodi told The Indian Express. The Jal Jeevan Mission was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 15, 2019, to provide each rural household with a functional household tap connection. The J&K House Committee is probing alleged irregularities in this scheme since its implementation in that year. The stated expenditure under the scheme till date in the UT is over Rs 7,000 crore. The committee has requested the department for data regarding the year-wise financial allocation received from the relevant ministry and its utilisation, as well as copies of all administrative and technical sanctions related to JJM works, detailed project reports, tender notices, bid documents, technical and evaluation reports, among other documents.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pahalgam terror attack: Jammu and Kashmir assembly holds special session, Govt bans Pak YouTube channels
NEW DELHI: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly held a special one-day session today in Jammu in response to the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 people. The session was summoned by the Lieutenant Governor on the recommendation of chief minister Omar Abdullah 's council of ministers. The attack, which targeted innocent tourists, has sent shockwaves across India, with the government stepping up measures against misinformation banning of Pakistani YouTube channels for "false and misleading narratives against India, its Army and security agencies in the backdrop of the tragic Pahalgam terror incident in Jammu and Kashmir". Here are the top developments: Jammu and Kashmir assembly holds special session by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest $200 in Amazon without buying stocks to earn a second salary Marketsall Sign Up Undo The special session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, was scheduled for 10.30 am today, will officially include an obituary reference to the victims of the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather led the proceedings, following a summon issued under Section 18(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. Government bans 16 Pakistani YouTube channels On the recommendations of the ministry of home affairs, India has banned 16 Pakistani YouTube channels including Dawn News, Geo News, Ary News and Samaa TV. The channels were accused of spreading provocative and misleading content against India, particularly targeting its Army and security agencies in the wake of the Pahalgam attack. The government also objected to BBC describing the Pahalgam attackers as "militants" instead of "terrorists", and warned that their coverage would be closely monitored. Defence minister to meet Prime Minister Modi According to television reports, defence minister Rajnath Singh and national security advisor Ajit Doval are expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi today at 11 am to discuss security measures following the attack. US calls for responsible action The United States has urged India and Pakistan to seek a 'responsible solution' amidst rising tensions. A State Department spokesperson reaffirmed support for India and condemned the Pahalgam attack.
