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Spices, Ghee, Pickles help young Anantnag girls to earn their livelihood

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Setup business unit with NRLMs’ support

Setting an example in the business field, dozens of girls from the southern district of Kashmir have managed to set up their unit of spices, pickles and other related things, making their name in the market.

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With the support of NRLM, the young girls have defeated all odds by successfully setting up their own business unit at Umeed community bazaar in Mehmoodabad area of Dooru in Anantnag district.

At least 50 girls are earning their livelihood at the unit where they manufacture spices and make other eatable products like pickles and other things.

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Urfi Jan, who hails from Verinag, Batagund area told Asian News Hub (ANH) that presently 50 girls are earning their livelihood at the unit, which has been established with the help of NRLM.

“We are associated with NRLM since 2013 and the number of girls working at the unit has increased from 6 to 50 at present,” she said.

She further added that it was quite difficult to come up with a business unit, being a girl, but now the time has changed as they are getting support from each and everyone, thus helping them to move ahead with the mission of achieving the goal.

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Zahida Shameem, another member of the Self Help Group told ANH, who hails from Larkipora area of Anantnag, said that they are preparing ghee, pickles, spices and other things.

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“We have been able to earn a profit of nearly Rs 4 lakh in the past 3-4 months only. We are hopeful that we will achieve our goal,” she said.

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She asked the young girls, who aspire to do anything in their life, to come out of their homes and start afresh and earn their name in the markets.

Pertinently, all 50 girls engaged with the unit belong to Anantnag district.

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Shahid Tak is a Kashmir based journalist, currently working as Editor at Asian News Hub and Correspondent at various media outlets

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DGP R R Swain visits Martyr Insp. Masroor’s home expresses condolences

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Also visits BB Cantt Hospital to enquire about injured Police official

The Director General of Police, J&K, R R Swain paid a solemn visit to the home of the martyr Inspector Masroor Ahmad Wani in Srinagar this evening and expressed deep condolences and shared grief with the bereaved family.

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DGP was accompanied by ADGP Law and Order Vijay Kumar, IG Kashmir V. K. Birdi and other officers to share the grief of the family, according to statement issued to Asian News Hub.

The DGP met the father and other members of the family and conveyed that J&K Police family will remember the supreme sacrifice of the martyr for decades to come. He assured that the institutional strength of J&K Police will take care of the family.

The DGP J&K conveyed the unwavering support and gratitude of the entire law enforcement community for the ultimate sacrifice made by the martyr.

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He alongwith the officers prayed for the peace of martyr.

R R Swain along with other officers also visited Military Hospital BB Cantt. Srinagar to enquire about the health of the injured Police Selection Grade Constable Mohammad Hafeez who was fired upon by terrorist yesterday evening on his right arm and right side abdomen.

The DGP met the doctors treating the official and impressed for all possible treatment for his early recovery. He assured the injured that all possible help and assistance will be provided.

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Govt teacher on examination duty dies of cardiac arrest in Anantnag

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A government teacher died of suspected cardiac arrest while dispensing duties during JKSSB’s Panchayat Secretary examination in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Sunday.

Quoting officials news agency Kashmir Scroll reported that Mushtaq Ahmad Dar, son of Abdul Khaliq Dar, a resident of Nanil, posted at Boys Middle School Muniwar Anantnag, fell unconscious while on duty at Al-Sarwat School Krangsoo.

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The teacher was immediately taken to DH Anantnag, where the doctors declared him as brought dead on arrival.

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Meet Insha Manzoor, first female photographer from Sopore

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Insha Manzoor [21] currently working with JB Studio. Insha is pursuing BBA from Baramulla College and resides in Sopore and completed her 12th grade from Welkin Sopore.

Insha developed an interest in photography since the 8th grade, initially using an Android phone for school and nature photography. She actively participated in photography contests, winning accolades. Insha’s parents, especially her sister, provided her significant support. After completing her Bachelor’s, Insha aspires to pursue filmmaking.

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Currently, Insha continues her photography using a phone, showcasing her talent on Instagram. Her reels have garnered millions of views, and she has amassed 6,500 followers on Instagram. Insha, a humble individual, promotes north Kashmir through her talents. Insha expresses her determination to continue this work, shining a light on her parents and the entire Kashmir region.

Insha’s message to upcoming photographers is that one can turn photography into a fulfilling profession.

Insha attributes her success to her mentor, Junaid Bhat Photographer, Kashmir Based Photojournalist, acknowledging him as her guide who played a crucial role in her learning journey. Insha Manzoor is not just a photographer; she’s a visionary capturing the essence of Sopore through her lens, breaking stereotypesand pavingthe way for aspiring photographers in the region.

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Note: Apart from the headline, no other changes were made in the article; the writer can be reached at Junaidphotojournalist@gmail.com.

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