Srinagar, Sep 02: Special Secretary Industries and Commerce Department, Mufti Mohammad Farid ud Din, visited the wool based manufacturing unit of Jammu Kashmir Industries Limited (JKI) and its factory outlet located at Bemina.
During his visit, the Special Secretary was accompanied by Vikram K Gupta, Managing Director JKI; Deputy General Manager (P&A), Manager (P&A) and other senior officers from JKI.
During his visit, he was briefed about the efforts being made by the organization for increasing its marketing outreach by various methods.
Further to cater to the government market, it was informed that the wool related products manufactured by JKI are also being made available on GeM portal to enhance the sales.
While reviewing the working of the unit and its factory outlet, Farid ud Din appreciated the efforts being put by JKI management for running the unit on commercial lines.
However, he suggested that various schemes and discount based marketing strategies may also be explored by JKI, so that old inventory which is mostly out-dated as per the market need is disposed off well in time.
Further, it was directed that the management shall focus and stress upon the quality and design up-gradation of the products to make them more competitive.
Excise Department conducts raids on brick kilns at Nowbugh, Budgam
17 litres of Lahan destroyed on spot; Brick Kiln Owners & local residents warned of legal & social consequences
Budgam, Sep 02: On the directions of the Excise Commissioner, Subash Chander Chibber, and under the supervision of Dy. Excise Commissioner Executive Kashmir, Tazayun Mukhtar, officials headed by Inspector from the Excise Range Central Kashmir conducted a series of raids at brick kilns located in Nowbugh, Tehsil Chadoora, Budgam.
During the raid, the team uncovered 17 liters of Lahan adjacent to one of the brick kilns. The illicit substance was immediately destroyed on the spot. The owners of the brick kilns were duly informed about the severe legal repercussions associated with illicit distillation.
In addition to the enforcement action, the senior citizens of the locality were sensitized regarding the social and health hazards of illicit liquor. They were urged to report any such illegal activities to the officials of the Excise Department promptly.
This operation underscores the commitment of the Excise Department to curb the illegal production and distribution of illicit liquor in the region. Further actions will continue to be taken to ensure compliance with the law and to protect public health and safety.
