Kupwara, December 27: In a surprising move, the Jammu and Kashmir Government’s latest order (No. 483-JK (RD&PR) of 2024) issued today has left Kupwara district without a single regular Block Development Officer (BDO). The decision has raised eyebrows among locals, civil society, and political representatives, highlighting a glaring administrative gap in one of the most strategically significant districts of the region.
According to the order, Mudasir Gul, who was holding charge of Wavoora block, has been replaced, further destabilizing the already strained administration. The scenario across Kupwara’s blocks underscores the severity of the issue:
Kupwara Headquarters Block is managed directly by the ACD (Assistant Commissioner Development), a practice that undermines block-level administrative autonomy.
Not a single BDO has been posted in Kupwara District,
Mudasir Gul was holding charge of Wavoora and he has been replaced. Kupwara Headquarter block is with ACD himself, Hayhuma block is on additional basis with BDO Rajwar, Kalaroos empty, Qadirabad is with BDO Trehgam. Kupwara constituency is on Allah’s Rehm u Karam by new government, Er Shahid Ul Islam Wani noted Social Activist and RTI told kupwaratimes.com
This lack of regular appointments has not only hindered developmental activities but also created chaos in implementing government schemes meant for grassroots welfare. Residents of the affected blocks have expressed their frustration, citing delays in basic services, poor grievance redressal, and stalled developmental projects.
“The absence of dedicated BDOs reflects sheer negligence from the authorities. How can governance be effective when basic administrative posts are left vacant or managed on an ad hoc basis?” questioned a local resident of Hayhama.
Kupwara constituency, a politically and geographically significant area, continues to face administrative indifference, raising questions about the government’s commitment to ensuring equitable development in remote areas. The current situation calls for immediate intervention to restore functional governance and address the developmental aspirations of the people.
It remains to be seen whether the authorities will rectify this oversight or continue to neglect the district’s administrative needs.
