Janmashtami was today celebrated with religious fervor and gaiety in Ganderbal.

On this occasion, an impressive Shoba Yatra, as part of the traditional celebrations was taken out after a gap of 34 years by the local Pandit devotees from historic Bedeshwar Mahadev Temple Nunnar which culminated at Devraj Temple Chapergund Wayil peacefully.

The devotees including men and women besides children were part of the procession who were chanting religious prayers throughout the procession journey. Both the temples wore a festive look as they were beautifully decorated with flowers and lights.

The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir also participated in the Shoba Yatra and paid obeisance at the temple. He interacted with the devotees and extended his greetings on the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami.

Meanwhile, Chairperson District Development Council Ganderbal, Nuzhat Ishfaq; SSP Ganderbal, Nikhil Borkar; ADDC Ganderbal, Mushtaq Ahmad Simnani and local PRIs also participated in Shoba Yatra and extended their greeting to the local pandits.

The Pandit brothers on this occasion expressed their gratitude towards the district administration and local community for their support.

Pertinently, foolproof arrangements were put in place by the district administration and police for the successful celebration of Janmashtami festival and Shoba Yatra.

On this occasion, several NGOs, Civil Societies, police and locals greeted the local pandits and offered sweets, water and fruits among the devotees, displaying the social fabric of the Ganderbal.

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DDC Pulwama pays visit to District Hospital; takes stock of healthcare services

PULWAMA, SEPTEMBER 07: The District Development Commissioner (DDC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom today paid a visit to the District Hospital (DH) and inspected various sections of the health institution besides taking stock of the quality healthcare services and medical facilities being provided to the patients there.

During his inspection, DDC visited different sections and wards including emergency, operation theatre, OPD, Post Operation wards. He enquired about the availability of medicines, diagnostic and other facilities available in the hospital.

While interacting with the patients, DDC enquired about their well being and facilities provided to them.

The patients/ attendants gave feedback and were largely satisfied with the services.

Patients lauded the efforts of UT administration for conducting Surgery camps in collaboration with Rotary International.

More the 400 cases of elective surgeries are listed to be done during special camp at DH Pulwama. 

The DDC took an overall review of the working of District Hospital emphasising on quality healthcare, emergency services, critical care and trauma management and intensive care units, district mental health care unit, referrals, sanitation, blood bank, non communicable diseases, power auditing, implementation of Ayushmaan Bharat and other Govt sponsored schemes.

Speaking on the occasion, DDC urged hospital administrator to improve patient registration through additional counters and queue management and also use of technology (QR code registration) to reduce waiting time.

The DDC also directed MS DH to submit monthly hospital supply audit report. In addition streamlining of parking space for optimum utilisation. 

He also took note of post-operative care and directed MS to ensure presence of dedicated Doctors/ paramedics for post-op care, especially during night hours.

The DDC was accompanied by Chief Medical officer, Medical Superintendent and other concerned officials of the Health Department.