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Who is the DC of Srinagar?

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Emily Cortez

Published Mar 14, 2026

Who is the DC of Srinagar?

Mohammad Aijaz Asad is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer presently serving as Deputy Commissioner of Summer Capital District, Srinagar.

Mohammad Aijaz Asad.

Aijaz Asad
AwardsRashtriya Gaurav Award, 2019 Bharatiya Bhasha Parishad Yuva Puruskar, 2018 Best Electoral Practices Award, 2017

Accordingly, who is the present DC of Srinagar?

Mohammad Aijaz Asad is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer presently serving as Deputy Commissioner of Summer Capital District, Srinagar.

Subsequently, question is, what is the old name of Srinagar? According to Kalhana, Pandrathan, which then known as Puranadhisthana (meaning the old capital) or Srinagar was founded by Ashoka the great at the south foot of a mountain spur which rises with bold slopes to a height of 3000 feet above the village.

Also to know is, who is DC Budgam right now?

Mr.Tariq Hussain Ganai(KAS) taking over as Deputy Commissioner Budgam.

Who is the commissioner of SMC Srinagar?

Athar Aamir Khan

Who spread Islam in Kashmir?

Mir Sayyid Ali Hamadani

Who is DC of Kashmir?

Jammu & Kashmir
Divisional Commissioner's Office
Sr. No.NameDesignation
1Mr.Pandurang K.Pole, IASDivisional Commissioner, Kashmir
2Mr. Qazi Sarwar, KASAdditional Commissioner, Kashmir
3-Additional Commissioner, Kashmir

Is there snowfall in Srinagar?

The famous ski-resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir received about 10 inches of snow, the officials said. Kupwara, also in the north, received three inches of snow, Qazigund in south Kashmir received about one cm and Srinagar 0.2 cm, they said.

Is Srinagar safe in 2021?

Kashmir is safe in terms of security and there are no security issues whatsoever. As far as covid 19 is concerned you have to take extra care and inshallah there will not be any problem if you strictly stick to the health advisory and the guidelines issued by the health authorities . Take care and stay safe.

Is Srinagar safe?

All the tourist places like Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, and Pahalgam are safe to visit. They said that no one attacks to any tourist in Kashmir and they respect tourist as the god.

Is Srinagar a hill station?

Srinagar, located in the heart of the Kashmir valley is the summer state capital of Jammu and Kashmir. This spectacular hill station is at an altitude of 1,730 m above sea level. The river Jhelum passes through Srinagar city. Srinagar's largest and famous lake, Dal Lake, has the maximum number of houseboats.

Who is SSP of Budgam?

Tahir Saleem Khan-JKPS

How many villages are in Budgam district?

Pora, Chadoora, ChrariSharief, Khag, Khansahib, Nagam, Narbal, Pakherpoa, Parnewa, Rathsun, Soibugh, Sukhnag, Surasyar, S.K. Pora and Waterhail which serve as prime units of economic development. Budgam has been further sliced into 283 panchayats comprising 510 revenue villages.

Is Anantnag a district?

Anantnag district, also known as Islamabad, is a district in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is one of ten districts which make up the Kashmir Valley. The district headquarters is Anantnag city.

Is Pulwama a district?

The Pulwama district is a district in the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, located in the south of Srinagar. The district headquarters of Pulwama district are located in Pulwama city.

Is Jammu and Kashmir is a state?

The state of Jammu and Kashmir was accorded special status by Article 370 of the Constitution of India. At the same time, a reorganisation act was also passed, which would reconstitute the state into two union territories, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The reorganisation took effect from 31 October 2019.

What is the area of Budgam?

529 mi²

What is Budgam famous for?

The place is known for its religious and historic sites such as the Budgam Imambara, the Tomb of Sheikh Noor-ud-Din, the Tomb of Sham Ded, the Tomb of Baba Latif-ud-Din and the Shrine of Hazrat Ganga Baba Rishi. Budgam is easily reachable via flights, rails and roads.

Who owned Kashmir first?

In 1846, after the Sikh defeat in the First Anglo-Sikh War, the Treaty of Lahore was signed and upon the purchase of the region from the British under the Treaty of Amritsar, the Raja of Jammu, Gulab Singh, became the new ruler of Kashmir.

What is Srinagar known as?

Srinagar the “Land of Lakes and Gardens†also known as “Switzerland of India. Rightly referred to as the crowning glory of India, Srinagar is the northernmost city of the country and a city that is unparalleled in its beauty.

How did Srinagar gets its name?

Its history dates back to 3rd century B.C in the ancient ages. The name Srinagar is derived from the conjoining of the two words in Sanskrit, “Sri†implying 'Lakshmi' and “Nagar†implying 'city'. It is the belief of some prominent historians that Srinagar came up as a city under the rule of Ashoka, a Pandava ruler.

What language is spoken in Srinagar?

Srinagar
Languages
• OfficialKashmiri, Urdu, Hindi, Dogri, English
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN190001

What is the largest city of azad Kashmir?

Azad Kashmir
Azad Jammu and Kashmir آزاد جموں و کشمیر
Largest cityMuzaffarabad
Government
• TypeSelf-governing state under Pakistani administration
• BodyGovernment of Azad Kashmir

Which lake is found in Srinagar?

Dal is a lake in Srinagar (Dal Lake is a misnomer as Dal in Kashmiri means lake), the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. The urban lake, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is named the “Jewel in the crown of Kashmir†or “Srinagar's Jewelâ€.

Is Srinagar a dry state?

1. Re: Is alcohol banned in Kashmir? There are 4 shops selling Alcohol in Srinagar and 2 public bars and 4 bars in hotels, so it is not banned.

Who founded Srinagar town?

The King Pravarasena II founded the city Srinagar before 2000 years ago. Srinagar City became a part of the Maurya Empire which used to be the largest empire in the Indian sub-continent.

Is Srinagar smart city?

Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL); a Special Purpose Vehicle created under Smart City Mission envisions transforming Srinagar into an eco-friendly, resilient and socio-economically vibrant city that celebrates its natural and cultural heritage creating harmony and opportunities for all.

Who is mayor of Kashmir?

He is elected through a popular vote in a quinquennial election. Junaid Azim Mattu is the incumbent since 25 November 2020.
Mayor of Srinagar
Incumbent Junaid Azim Mattu since 25 November 2020
StyleThe Honourable
ResidenceSrinagar
AppointerMunicipal Commissioner

What are all the three sources of income of a municipal corporation?

Sources of revenue
  • Water supply bills.
  • Property taxes.
  • Rents from municipal corporation-owned markets, houses, plazas, etc.
  • Taxes from commercial vehicles registered in the city.
  • Grants provided by the respective state governments.

How can I get building permission in Srinagar?

Every Citizen who intends to erect a building shall apply for sanction by giving notice in writingto the Commissioner in such form and containing such information as may prescribed by byelaws made in this behalf.

How a municipal commissioner is appointed?

While a Mayor is elected to serve as the ceremonial head of a municipal corporation, a municipal commissioner is appointed by the state government from the Indian Administrative Service or Provincial Civil Service to head the administrative staff of the municipal corporation, implement the decisions of the corporation,

What is the function of municipal corporation Class 6?

Urban Administration. Municipal Corporation takes care of street lights, garbage collection, water supply and keeps the streets and the market clean. They are also responsible for ensuring that diseases do not break out in the city. They run schools, hospitals and dispensaries and makes gardens and maintain them.

Why do we need urban administration?

Urban administration is necessary to provide the basic amenities like street lights, garbage collection, water supply, keeping the streets and the markets clean, collecting of house tax and water taxes, etc. They are responsible for cleaning of city drainage system, maintenance of parks, and market.