Deputy Commissioner Samba

DC Samba Dr. Rupesh Kumar, IAS, chairs district-level NCORD meeting to review anti-drug initiatives, strengthen enforcement, de-addiction services and awareness campaigns, reiterating the collective resolve towards a #DrugFreeSamba. #DrugFreeIndia #NashaMuktBharat

Marking #RashtriyaEktaDiwas, a plantation drive was organised at the park of the District Administrative Complex, Nandini Hills, Samba, following the Unity Pledge ceremony, with active participation of officers and officials. #EktaDiwas #GreenSamba #Samba

On #RashtriyaEktaDiwas, DC Samba Dr. Rupesh Kumar, IAS, administered the National Unity Pledge to around 300 officers and officials at the District Administrative Complex, Nandini Hills, Samba. The pledge was also administered across all government offices in the district.

Deputy Commissioner Samba, Dr. Rupesh Kumar, IAS, graced the Inter-Zonal District Level Youth Festival 2026 organised by DYSSO Samba at Bhargava College, showcasing the cultural talent and creativity of youth from all five zones. #YouthFestival2026 #DYSSOSamba

DC Samba, Dr. Rupesh Kumar, IAS, chaired a meeting to review Diwali arrangements, focusing on fire safety, food quality, sanitation, public health and traffic management. Emphasis was laid on public awareness for a safe, clean and prosperous Diwali. 🪔 #Samba #Diwali2026

DC Samba Dr. Rupesh Kumar inspected the EVM Warehouse to review security protocols, storage arrangements and compliance with ECI guidelines, ensuring the safe custody and integrity of EVMs for free, fair and transparent elections.

🗳️ Is your name in the Electoral Roll? Special Voter Enrolment Camps will be held across J&K on 24 October 2026. Visit your nearest polling station for new voter enrolment, corrections and updation. Let’s ensure no eligible voter is left behind! #VoterAwareness #JammuAndKashmir

Deputy Commissioner Samba, Dr. Rupesh Kumar, inspected the Primary Health Centre at Nud and took stock of the ongoing construction work on the Nud–Mansar Road, reviewing the status of healthcare facilities and road development works.

Special Camps for the inclusion of eligible voters will be held across Jammu & Kashmir on October 24, 2026 (Saturday). Citizens can avail voter-related services, including new registrations, corrections and updates, with assistance from BLOs. 📞 Helpline: 1950

DC Samba Dr. Rupesh Kumar reviewed National Highway construction works and road safety measures, directing concerned agencies to expedite pending works, strengthen safety arrangements and ensure smooth traffic movement.

✨ Continuing the Navratri celebrations, DIPR Samba organised a devotional Bhajan Sandhya at Chichi Mata Temple, Samba, today. Artists of Saraswati Sangeet Art & Culture, Samba, presented soulful bhajans, filling the atmosphere with devotion, spirituality and religious fervour.

DC Samba Dr. Rupesh Kumar holds Block Diwas at Ramgarh, reviews developmental works and directs officers for prompt redressal of public grievances. #Samba #BlockDiwas

🙏 On Day 5 of Navratras, DIPR Samba continued the devotional celebrations with a Bhajan Sandhya at Chichi Mata Temple, Samba, spreading the message of faith, devotion and spiritual harmony. #DIPRSamba #Navratri #Samba

District Administration Samba, in collaboration with the Deptt of Social Welfare, organised a pledge-taking ceremony to mark six years of #NashaMuktBharatAbhiyaan District officers reaffirmed their commitment to combating drug abuse and building a healthy, drug-free society.

🙏 On Day 3 of Navratras, DIPR Samba continued the devotional celebrations with a Bhajan Sandhya at Chichi Mata Temple, Samba, promoting faith, spiritual harmony and cultural traditions. #DIPRSamba #Navratri #Samba

🙏 On Day 2 of Navratras, DIPR Samba organised a devotional Bhajan Sandhya at Chichi Mata Temple, Samba, celebrating faith, spirituality and cultural traditions through soulful bhajans. #DIPRSamba #Navratri #Samba

*Dr. Rupesh Kumar Assumes Charge as Deputy Commissioner Samba* Dr. Rupesh Kumar today assumed charge as the Deputy Commissioner of Samba, marking the beginning of his tenure as the head of the district administration.

Under Mission YUVA, Udyam Jagriti Campaign was organised at Nandpur Camp, Ramgarh, for Ex-Servicemen, with 95 veterans participating. The initiative focused on promoting entrepreneurship, self-employment and awareness of government welfare schemes. #MissionYUVA #UdyamJagriti

DIPR Samba organised a Bhajan Sandhya at Chichi Mata Temple on the auspicious occasion of the first Navratri. Devotional performances by Ajeet & Party created a spiritually uplifting atmosphere, celebrating faith, cultural heritage and community togetherness. 🙏

DIPR Samba organised a Nukkad Natak at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Samba, to promote youth empowerment, skill development, responsible decision-making and the role of youth in nation-building. #DIPRSamba #YouthEmpowerment #Awareness