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Month in Review-December
10th grand procession of Muharram appears from Ganish; speakers highlights unprecedented valour of Hussain Ibne Ali; deviation from the teachings of prophet and Imam cause of sufferings; time to identify elements creating differences among sects
VoH ReportBy:SM
HUNZA, Dec. 28, 2009: As a part of Ashora-Muharram, like other parts of the region to commemorate the great sacrifice offered by Hussain Ibne Ali and his followers in Karbala against tyrant Umayyad ruller Yazid one about fourteen centuries ago. The main procession appeared from lower Ganish marched and reached to Dorkhan at 1:30 P.M. Participants after offering prayers observed mouring. Speakers on the ocassion highlighted the unprecedent example of valour and sacrifice to save Islamic values.
Other speakers including Ashraf Ali, Sherbaz Ali Khan also threw light on the tragedy.
They in their speechs described attributes of Karbala from with different aspects saying the tragedy even after lapse of about fourteen hundred years in Karbala and about fourty eight years after the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)is still alive in hearts of his follower.
Shaikh Hadi in his brief speech said that Imam (A.S) sacrificed his and his own family andcomrades' lives at the altar of liberty and justice.
Health department arranged special camp for the injured during the procession. A resolution was presented in the concluding session demanding arrest of culprits involved in murder of Syed Razi uddin Rizvi; assurance of safety of Shia communities in N.W.F.P; closure of offices of notorious Black water and security of routes of processions across the country.
The procession returned on the same route from Dorkhand. Engineer Zameer Abass, assistant commissioner Hunza, along with other administrative and security personnel kept on monitoring procession. Ismaili boys scouts and volunteer corps offered their services to ensure security of route. Garelt Ismaili community facilitate participants with a tea as a gesture of brotherhood which was greatly appreciated on various levels and this way Muharram was observed peacefully in the region.
Bad Road conditions- who is responsible?
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A van over turn due to negligence of both political administration and concerned department
Public gathered to evacuate the van from the spot
The above picture is the main road of Hyderabad, Hunza that connects the area at Ali abad and Ganish valley ends. The road was built decades ago and use of years resulted demage at various points which may cause human causalities.
Sher Jahan Mir as governor is acceptable for all; people have expectations with him says Islamuddin VoH Report
GILGIT, Dec. 26:(Shamsuddin Muhammad) Sher Jahan Mir is acceptable for all parties as a governor for he has grasp on various issues. These views were expressed by Nizamuddin of Jamat Islami, Giglit during a meeting with media persons. He said, people have a lot of expectations that he will play an effective role to eridicate unemployment and sectarainism from the region.
Security tighten in Muharram, law inforcement agencies vigilant; forces were deployed in sensitive areas
VoH Report GILGIT, Dec. 26: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Local administration has advised duputy commissioners, assistan commissioners and DSPs of respective areas of Gillgit-Baltistan to ensure security measures and monitor processions during holy month of Muharram. Armed personnel have been deployed in sensitive areas and ulemas were ask to kee
Month in Review-November
National T.B. Control program holds one day Community Coalition session on ACSM; Speakers discuses new approach to adopt to mobilize people to halt this dellima; more than thirty percent affected by this critical disease
VoH Weekly Report
HUNZA, Karimabad, November 30: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) National Tuber Clossis Control program for Gilgit-Baltistan hold one day session for board of directors and social mobilizers of Hyderabad Rural Support Organization (HRSO) here at a local hotel, Karimabad, Hunza. The session was a part of a series of sessions to be held in different areas in the region to create better awareness about the deadly disease that has affected more than thirty percent population of third world countries.
Mercy Coprse sponsors such programmes to NGOs like Aga Khan Foundation to help ensure the eradication of critical diseases in the mountain areas. Speakers in the session threw light on reasons, symptoms and methods of treatment. Doctor Haider in his inaugural speech stressed on hygene factors among the masse which is the major cause of the critical disease. He said that due to lack of proper information and timely treatment the disease is penetrating in the society.
Mrs.Rehana, district social mobilizer, Gilgit-Baltistan in her speech said that most of the patient used to hide the disease at initial stage that get worse with passage of time. She said the major cause of the disease in the region was due to lack of ventilation, lack of cleanliness and imbalance diet available for the people. She said that more than 30 percent cases registered in the developing countries due to poverty, lack of awareness, misconceptions and low standard of living. She stressed the Local Support Organization directors and members with the help of community health workers to inform people about the causes and effects as well as to follow the directions given. She further said that the victims of this disease are mostly infants, children, pragnant women and those above 45 for they have low immunity power. She said that T.B is no more epedimic and can be controlled through the use of certain continous medication adding the patient was kept in isolution making him depressed and scared . She said in contrast to the prior methods we are now going to follow a new method called Adocacy Communication Social Mobilization (ACSM) to convince people to take good care of their health.
Two Names among the top for CM of Gilgit-Baltistan; Syed Mehdi Shah and Wazir Baig are among the favorite nomineesVoH Weekly Report
GILGIT, Nov.20: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) According to some reliable sources Pakisan Peoples Party has proposed few names for the position of Chief Minister, Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly under new self governance reform package, 2009 for the region by rulling party. The newly appointed Chief Minister will be the vary first such an officer under a quasi provincial cum tribal political structure.
Among the most favourite names are of Mr.Syed Mehdi Shah, regional president of PPP, who has won from LA-7 Sakardu constituency-2and Mr. Wazir Baig winner from LA-6, Hunza region. Both leaders are considered humble, foresighted and deligent. On the other hand, PPP that has gained eleven out of twenty three seats is busy with meetings to finalize the name by party highups within couple of days.
Issues of the region to be taken up before Prime Minister;Academic quota for students of Gilgit-Baltistan in Punjab University to be doubled;Solid steps to be taken on additional representation: Nawaz Sharif
VoH Weekly ReportHUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 06: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Nawaz Sharif, Chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has said that the issue of additional representation to be taken before the Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani. He was speaking to a large public gathering in the royal palace here in Hunza.
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 06: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Nawaz Sharif, Chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has said that the issue of additional representation to be taken before the Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani. He was speaking to a large public gathering in the royal palace here in Hunza.
Mr. Sharif who is on Gilgit-Baltistan tour had a short visit to Hunza. Accompanied by other party high ups and regional office bearers he arrived Royal Palace, Karimabad , Hunza at 3:00 P.M . He said that he will ensure the free admission and tuition facility in Punjab University to student of Giligit-Baltistan. He said tht present educational quota for the students of the region in Punjab University shall be doubled , promissiong the access of eligible students in professional studies in field of medical and engineering sciences in order to facilitate them like other parts of Pakistan. During his brief speech he asserted that interim Governor Qamar Zaman Kaira should have taken into conifidence the all stack holders before approval of the self Governance Refore Package, 2009. "I promise, if the rulling party denies the demand for additional seat then his party will make efforts to fulfil this long standing demand of the people of the area . He said that people of Hunza are faithful and would support the vision of development of our candidate.
He showed his absolute confidence on Shehar Yar and ensured his moral support during election. Mr. Shehryar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) , in his speech stress for the need of additional representation for Hunza in the assembly to shun the feeling of deprivation. He also demanded the higher education facilities like a campus of Karakorum Internatioal University in Hunza besides a technical and cadet college. He further demanded for allocation of a proportional fund from border trade activities for the walfare of local population. Mr. Ghazanfar Ali Khan, the former Chief Executive of Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Council, during his speech also reiterated the necessity of additonal seat and emphasize Mr. Sharif to call on PPP government to allocate additional seat for Hunza before elctions in the Legislative Assembly.
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GBDA to Boycott elections for Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly,
The party announce the decision just a couple of days ahead of the poles; government accused for harrassing party leadership
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GILGIT, Nov. 06: According to a press releas issued by Giligit- Baltistan Democratic Alliance (GBDA) has declare to boycott of coming general elections of GBLA from four constituencies, ahead of few days of poles. The party 's centeral leadership announced on Friday that GBDA would not be participating in upcoming election from four constituencies:LA-1, LA-2, LA-3 and LA-4. Those who were nominated for these constituencies include Shahid Hussain for LA – 1, A dvocate Omer Farooq for LA – 2), Afsar Jan for LA – 3 and Advocate Mumtaz Nagri for LA – 4.
Speaking to a press conference, party leadership blamed government of harassing them during their compaigns saying that undemocratic acts of government to manage to take part in the poles. Talking to journalists Mr. Omer Farooq adovocate, leader of GBDA, said that their top leadership including Col(r) Mirza NAdir Hassan Khan and Col(r) Mirza Wajahat Hassan Khan, sons of the hero of freedom of Gilgit Col Mirza Hssan Khan, has been detained in Gilgit and deported few days ago on baseless allegations.
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Severe cold grips Hunza;
Trees wear yellow-red dress as the leaves turn pale; demand of warm clothes increased
VoH Report
HUNZA, HYDERABAD, Nov. 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hunza is under sever coldness since last two weeks with the commencement of automn season like other areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Temperature has considerably dropped in Hunza and outskirts ahead of winter during the night. For the last couple of weeks due to drastic change in temperature, leaves of the trees have pailed to yellow. The lowest temperature recorded in Hunza and surrounding has been 8 to 10 degree centigrade during the night. In some areas, murcury dropped yesterday to seven degree centigrade. Consequently, the crowds of people are observed on second hand cloth selling shops.
Crowed of customers can be observed on shops selling warm clothes in Hunza. On the other hand price of second hand items both cloths and over coat have sky rocketed due to increae in demand of cheap warm clothes and reduction in value of Pakistani rupee during last three years.
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Zafar Waqar Taj appointed as Deputy Commissioner
Hunza – Nagar
VoH Watch
HUNZA, November 6: According to media sources Zafar Waqar Taj has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner Hunza – Nagar district vide a notificaiton issued authorities. He has served in the department at in different areas of the region. Mr. Zafar is anintellectual and author of three famous books on poetry and nature. Public circles have expressed their hope, welcomed his appointment and expect a better future during his tenure. He is expected to take his responsiblities soon.
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Nawaz on Gilgit-Baltistan tour
A public gathering in Karimabad to show the strength in Hunza
Voice of Hunza watch
SKARDU, Nov. 5: ( Shamsuddin Muhammad) According to media news, Mian Mohammad Nawaz Sharif, chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has started his election tour of Gilgit – Baltistan from Skardu.The other main leadership includes Mehtab Abbasi and Chaudhary Nisar Ali Khan among others. The scheduled electoin tour for seven districts of Gilgit – Baltistan coupled with public gatherings is expected to conclude in three days ahead.
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A renown elder passes away in Hunza
Khalifa Bulbul saw many centuries while serving the nation
VoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Khalifa Bulbul, renown scholar, social worker and notable died here in Karimabad on Wednesday. He was famous for his sprit to serve humanity and despite his old age he was supposed to participate in all occasions. He left two sons:Parhat and Munajat.
A youth was also reported died of a choronic diseas cancer in Aliabad on the same day. He was undertreatment and took the last breath on Tuesday. His body was brought later to Aliabad, his home town where he was burried before thousands of people.
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I am proud to further the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan; Some parachute parties entered region with vested interests; Musharraf Government has empowered people of Gilgit-Baltistan: Mari Memon
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, member National Assembly and Incharge Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Gilgit-Baltistan has said that she is proud to further the cause of the region in before the rulers.
She was addressing to a large gathering organized by Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Hunza chapterhere in Karimabad, Hunza on Wednesday evening. Accompanied by Dr. Sher Afgan, former law minister and regional offices bearers of the party, she got a warm welcome from the poeople of the region. They were presented a Hunza's traditional cap and shawl as a hospitability to the guests.
Addressing the gathering she said that It gives me an immense pleasure that I had a part of an entity that made bridges between different communities to strengthen communal harmony during the last regime.
She paid tribute to former president Pervez Musharraf whom supervision gave a new life to the party to address long lasting demands of people of this region.
She said that it was Pervez Musharraf who gave them an international university, approved new district, empowed woman and gave more powers to regional assembly. She alleged that the contemporary government is taking advantage of what the last government has given to public by renaming the packages and other plans. She said we observe that many new parties have enter the region through parachute to get vote of people to fulfil their own interests. "They have nothing to do with the eridication of miseries of the poor but came with their vested interests," she added. She asked these parties that where were those during last sixty years who are tempeting the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan. " From where should I start to count our services during the tenure, ranging from KIU to introduction of modern telecome facilities. And Musharraf reign was remarkable as it gave power to voiceless people," she further added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza, she said that Rai Rematullah Khan has brought the party flag to the life due to his popularity. She alleged that the stage has been set to rigg the coming eletions to benefit their party. When VoH asked whether she has any evidence of such thing she said that she has informed Prime Minister about the situation. She warned that if the same thing happens then she is ready to challenge the status of election process in competent court.
Doctor Sher Afgan also praised the previous regime for public centred policies. He compared the today's inflation rate saying today you can get a flour sack at Rs.3000 was available at Rs.2000 during their reign. He said that what makes former president Pervez Musharraf unique among other presidents after Z.A.Bhutto is his sprit of service to the people of oppressed regions. He praised Musharraf for allowing assemblies to complete their tenure-an example hardly found in our polical history adding he faced every threat from extremist elements but never scared.
He alleged the contemporary government saying inappropriate policies and lack of attention to public sufferings that ruined the country. He also criticised on ineffective role of government officials to asses the conditionalities in Kerry Lugar Bill before its approval. He said that opposition parties including our party will reject and challenge certain claused against our sovereiGnty. "USA wants to mortage our security, has eyes on our nuclear assest and wants to execute Qadeer Khan, our national hero which the nation will never allow to happen," he added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza that in presence of more than dozen of political parties in the region will it be able to get a due share in cabinet through coming elections, he said that the party has completed necessary home work vis-a-vis coming elections; the party will gain mejority in house based on past performance in the region adding that they are working on a comprehensive strategy that will help to empower the people and remember the work of the party in the next generations.
The gathering was also addressed by Salman Arif, former Chairman district Karimabad and Altit and Rehmatullah, the ticket holder of Pakistan Muslim League (Q) in coming elections. Speaking to the public gathering he reiterated the good performance and role of Pervez Musharraf government in socio-economic development of the region. A Youth from Karimabad paid his tribute for the remarkable work of Musharraf in his peom.
Rehmat ullah in his speech elaborated the reason that forced him to accept the ticket of the party due to his public walfare spirit since childhood. He requested the participants to cast their vote to a candidate who want to get a chance to serve masses.
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Shehryar Khan backs from Shimshal tour
VOH Monitor
Hunza,KARIM ABAD, November 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Prince Shehryar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) finished his election campaign tour of Shimshal valley, Gojal.People of Shimshal have ensured support to Shehryar and promised to voter for him on electio date for being more educated, intelligant and rational person.
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PML (Q) to re-form the government in Gilgit-Baltistan
PPP is taking advantage of the reforms of previous regime; instead of giving something to people it is taking back; elections can be rigged says Marvi Memon
Voice of Hunza Report
Hunza, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, incharge Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan, has said that her party will be able to form government and retain its high mandate in the coming elections. She blamed that PPP is taking advantage of packages and reforms delivered under ex-Pervez Musharaf's reign. "Instead of giving credit to our government rulling party tends to get benefit of all good work in past," she said. Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza about the strategy and future perspective she said that the rulling party is mood of rigging the elections and if it happens so, then, that will be challenged on the right platform adding she is encouraged to further the cause of the people at every forum against injustices done to the region for last many decades.
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Hunza Student Federation’s session on “political enlightenment”
by Tariq Rahim Baig
VoH Watch
Gilgit, November 4: Two election candidates from LA – 6, Hunza, were invited by the Hunza Students Federation to address the youth at a session called “Political Enlightenment”. Noor Muhammad, an independent candidate supported by Hunza Action Committe and Wazir Baig, PPP ticket holder, discussed different issues related to Hunza valley, answering questions raised by the KIU student, at a local hotel in Gilgit city.
Both candidates said that students were focus of their attention, being leaders of tomorrow and they will do everything to ensure that the youth are facilitated and supported at all steps of their careers.
Noor Muhammad said that youth are the future leaders of Hunza valley and if elected he will ensure obtaining more opportunities for the students in different educational institutions across the country. He also said that educational institutions, including schools and colleges need to be built across Hunza valley.
Wazir Baig said that he would put in all his efforts to obtain two additional seats for Hunza valley. He also promised that the problem of electricity shortage will be resolved in the region. Towards end of the session the guests were entertained with light refreshment. Public circles have appreciated the step taken by HSF. Courtesy Pamirtimes.net
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PML (Q) annouces its 30 point based agenda for the next five years
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced its 24 point menifesto for the coming tenure. The points include following areas.
Efforts to be made to give provincial status or resembles to that of Azad Kashmir
To appoint local governor and Chief minister for the assembly under new reform package
To give right of representation in bi-cameral legislature
Transfer of complete authorities from KANA to local administration
To ensure ppointment of local officials in the local administration
Reforms to be brought to ensure speedy and inexepensive justice to the people
Establishment of High Court and increment in number of judges in
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
Efforts to be made to bring improvement in system
In health sector, BHU facilities to be provided on union level; hospitals to equiped with modern facilities and respective staff
Illiteracy rate to be reduced by 85 percent in region
In education sector, construction of a primary school for every cluster or settlement; construction of separate female colleges
Contruction of a medical and engineering college;
Addition of new departments in Karakorum International University; establishment of regional campus in Baltistan
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
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PML (Q) highlights its accomplishments of last five years in the region
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced formally about its last five years performance in the region. The press release provided by the party includes following major points:
Gilgit-Baltistan council was empowered to legislate its laws
Woman representation in house was enhanced by six seats
Chief Executive was made answerable to befor the members of house
Powers were trasfered from KANA division to Chief Secretary
Astore was declared as district
Hunza-Nagar was notified as district
Annual development budget was increased to seventy million; first ever provided fifty million to each every member of the assembly
Sadpara lake project was complete in proposed time period; construction work initiated after forrmal ficibility report
Naltar Hyderal power project with the capacity of 18 M.W completed
4.M.W. Hyderal power project along with a generator of 8.M.W was provided to Gilgit-Baltistan
Programme procession and preservation of local fruits was initiated
Construction work of KIU, 12 colleges and 92 primary schools were completed
Medical and Engg. universities were approved from authorities
In health sector 84 dispensaries were established; District head quarter hospitals in Hunza, Nagar,Chilas and Astore were completed
Telecome sector was patronized to start operations in the region; Introduced Fiber optics first ever in the past history
Expension of Karakorum High Way was initiated; Gilgt-Baltistan road was completed in time
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Sher Afgan Niazi and Marvi Memon on Hunza election tour
VoH Watch
HUNZA,KARIMABAD, November 03: Sher Afgan Niazi, former law minister accompanied Marvi Memon , MNA addressed a public gathering here at Karimabad, Hunza. They beloud the work of previous government and criticized inable leadership who used the platform of their party and changed the base for this turn. Both return Gilgit city in the late evening.
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HRSO holds inter colleges quiz competition on Gender Rights, Gender Based Voilation;
Participants highlighted the today woman's problems in her life
VoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.03: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hyderabad Rural Support Organization (HRSO) with the technical support of Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) organized one day inter colleges quiz competition on 3rd November, 2009 in F.G.Girls college auditorium, Karimabad, Hunza. The programme started with the name of Allah almighty followed by naat sharif.
The participants were among F.G.Girls Inter college, Karimabad, F.G.Boys degree college Ali abad and Sedna degree college Aliabad. While othe colleges are reported absent for lack of preparation.
The competition was comprised of three rounds with four question in each respectively. According to the rules and regulations the third team that gets lower score in second round was subjected to get out of competition. In second round F.G.degree college Aliabad went out of contest as it gained lowest socre. In the concluding round, F.G.Girls Inter College Karimabad was declared winner with the highest score and Sedna College was declared as runner up team.
In the last, Ms Nasreen Bagum, chief guest of the programme and Mrs. Shahida Jalal, Project director gave away trophy and medals to winner, runner up team and other participants of the competition. In the concluding speech, Mrs. Shahida Jalal, director Hyderabad Rural Support Organization said that it is a matter of immense pleasure to present such an informative programme that will bring more awareness among the young females about their rights in wakes of our lives. She thanked Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) for its technical support to organize the event to educate youth. Zero convention of Human rights ensures right of employment and other facilities without any descrimination. Article 25 of Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan declares equality of citizens and prohibition of gender descrimination saying there shall be no descrimination on the basis of sex, caste and creed. Article 27 of country's constitution provides safegard against descrimination in services, religion, caste, sex and residence. Article number 34 ensures participation of woman providing that step shall be taken to ensure full participation of woman in all spheres of national life. Similarly, article 34 asserts that the promotion of social justice and eridication of social evils, ensures to promote, with special care, speedy and inexpensive justice and provision of better condition of work, abstain to be employed in vacations unsuited to their ages, sex and maternity benefits for woman in employment. It is pitty to see the voilation of basic human rights rather to ponder on gender in this back ward region.
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No any tax to be imposed in Gilgit-Baltistan; Custom unpaid vehicles to be regularised soon; many complaints recived in B.I.S.P:Ch. Manzoor
VoH Watch
SKARDU, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Chaudhry Manzoor, incharge election cell Pakistan Peoples Party, Baltistan has said that no tax will be imposed on masses in new setup under governance reform package, 2009. He said that the custom unpaid vehicles will be regulized through registration. Briefing to journalists the said that Gilgit-Baltistan, being a backward region the federal government has no intension to bring the people under the burden of heavy tax net. He said that upcoming elections will be fully fair and transparant to avoid any objection of rigging. He warned the government of legal proceeding against them if they were found involved in election compains for any candidate.
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I am driven by patriotism and walfare spirit;The voters to support his vision: Prince Shehar Yar Khan
VoH Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) I am driven by patriotism and walfare spirit and want to satisfy the people with smart work during my tenure; I will be able to show my performance if they vote him to support his vision for a tangible development. These views were expressed by Prince Shehar Yar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) to a public gathering at Khana abad, on Monday evening. He said that his family, during their tenure has delivered many projects for the area and he will try to do more than they expect if they vote him to make the dream to serve them in future. " I have left my job and other perks to get a chance to lead them to address their demands. He promissed to construct a sports stadium and a girls inter college for lower Hunza (Shinaki). People of the area assured to extend their support through their vote to him in the election.
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B.I.S.P. is IMF and World bank's sponsored fund not of PPP; Ruling party is exploiting by using it for vote bank: Majeedullah
VoH Report
Hunza, KARIMABAD, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Benazir Income Support Programme is a project sponsored by International Monitory Fund and World Bank and the rulling party should avoid using it to get votes from the people of Hunza. These views were expressed by Majeedullah, Chairman Union council, Karimabad, Hunza. He was addressing a large public gathering here at, Domat Diramishal, during his speech during the visit of Sheharyar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) vis-a-vis his election compaign. He alleged that he has distributed the income support forms to nominate the legitimate families while the rulling party has done this for its own interest.
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Armed forces to be deployed in sensitive poling stations; Situation still tense in the area; a nail biting contest expected between PPP and MQM
VoH Watch
SHIGAR, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) As the election date is comming nearer, making and breaking processes among parties has reached at climax across Gilgit-Baltistan. In Shigar, according to media sources, the two contestants: Imran Nadeem of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Raja Azam of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) are in the feild. According to domestic analysts, a nail-biting contest is expected between the two as they both are equally popular in the area.
____________________________Independance day was celebrated in Gilgit-Baltistan; Speakers stressed for greater communal harmony, unification and mutual respect
VoH Watch
GILGIT, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) People of Gilgit-Baltistan celeberated independance day with national spirit and patriotism to comemorate the valour, fortitude and sacrifice to absolve the region from imperial powers.
The main event was held in Gari Bagh in which speakers paid their tribute to all our heroes laid their loves for the noble cause.
Academic qouta for students of Gilgit-Baltistan in Punjab University to be doubled;
Solid steps to be taken on additional representaion: Nawaz Sharif
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 06: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Nawaz Sharif, Chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has said that the issue of additional representation to be taken before the Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani. He was speaking to a large public gathering in the royal palace here in Hunza.
Mr. Sharif who is on Gilgit-Baltistan tour had a short visit to Hunza. Accompanied by other party high ups and regional office bearers he arrived Royal Palace, Karimabad , Hunza at 3:00 P.M . He said that he will ensure the free admission and tuition facility in Punjab University to student of Giligit-Baltistan. He said tht present educational quota for the students of the region in Punjab University shall be doubled , promissiong the access of eligible students in professional studies in field of medical and engineering sciences in order to facilitate them like other parts of Pakistan. During his brief speech he asserted that interim Governor Qamar Zaman Kaira should have taken into conifidence the all stack holders before approval of the self Governance Refore Package, 2009. "I promise, if the rulling party denies the demand for additional seat then his party will make efforts to fulfil this long standing demand of the people of the area . He said that people of Hunza are faithful and would support the vision of development of our candidate.
He showed his absolute confidence on Shehar Yar and ensured his moral support during election. Mr. Shehryar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) , in his speech stress for the need of additional representation for Hunza in the assembly to shun the feeling of deprivation. He also demanded the higher education facilities like a campus of Karakorum Internatioal University in Hunza besides a technical and cadet college. He further demanded for allocation of a proportional fund from border trade activities for the walfare of local population. Mr. Ghazanfar Ali Khan, the former Chief Executive of Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Council, during his speech also reiterated the necessity of additonal seat and emphasize Mr. Sharif to call on PPP government to allocate additional seat for Hunza before elctions in the Legislative Assembly.
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GBDA to Boycott elections for Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly; party announce the decision just a couple of days ahead of the poles; government accused for harrassing party leadershipVoH Watch
GILGIT, Nov. 06: According to a press releas issued by Giligit- Baltistan Democratic Alliance (GBDA) has declare to boycott of coming general elections of GBLA from four constituencies, ahead of few days of poles. The party 's centeral leadership announced on Friday that GBDA would not be participating in upcoming election from four constituencies:LA-1, LA-2, LA-3 and LA-4. Those who were nominated for these constituencies include Shahid Hussain for LA – 1, A dvocate Omer Farooq for LA – 2), Afsar Jan for LA – 3 and Advocate Mumtaz Nagri for LA – 4.
Speaking to a press conference, party leadership blamed government of harassing them during their compaigns saying that undemocratic acts of government to manage to take part in the poles. Talking to journalists Mr. Omer Farooq adovocate, leader of GBDA, said that their top leadership including Col(r) Mirza NAdir Hassan Khan and Col(r) Mirza Wajahat Hassan Khan, sons of the hero of freedom of Gilgit Col Mirza Hssan Khan, has been detained in Gilgit and deported few days ago on baseless allegations.
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Severe cold grips Hunza; Trees wear yellow-red dress as the leaves turn pale; demand of warm clothes increased
VoH Report
HUNZA, HYDERABAD, Nov. 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hunza is under sever coldness since last two weeks with the commencement of automn season like other areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Temperature has considerably dropped in Hunza and outskirts ahead of winter during the night. For the last couple of weeks due to drastic change in temperature, leaves of the trees have pailed to yellow. The lowest temperature recorded in Hunza and surrounding has been 8 to 10 degree centigrade during the night. In some areas, murcury dropped yesterday to seven degree centigrade. Consequently, the crowds of people are observed on second hand cloth selling shops.
Crowed of customers can be observed on shops selling warm clothes in Hunza. On the other hand price of second hand items both cloths and over coat have sky rocketed due to increae in demand of cheap warm clothes and reduction in value of Pakistani rupee during last three years.
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Zafar Waqar Taj appointed as Deputy Commissioner
Hunza – Nagar
VoH Watch
HUNZA, November 6: According to media sources Zafar Waqar Taj has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner Hunza – Nagar district vide a notificaiton issued authorities. He has served in the department at in different areas of the region. Mr. Zafar is anintellectual and author of three famous books on poetry and nature. Public circles have expressed their hope, welcomed his appointment and expect a better future during his tenure. He is expected to take his responsiblities soon.
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A renown elder passes away in Hunza; Khalifa Bulbul saw many centuries while serving the nation
VoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Khalifa Bulbul, renown scholar, social worker and notable died here in Karimabad on Wednesday. He was famous for his sprit to serve humanity and despite his old age he was supposed to participate in all occasions. He left two sons:Parhat and Munajat.
A youth was also reported died of a choronic diseas cancer in Aliabad on the same day. He was undertreatment and took the last breath on Tuesday. His body was brought later to Aliabad, his home town where he was burried before thousands of people.
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I am proud to further the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan; Some parachute parties entered region with vested interests; Musharraf Government has empowered people of Gilgit-Baltistan: Mari Memon
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, member National Assembly and Incharge Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Gilgit-Baltistan has said that she is proud to further the cause of the region in before the rulers.
She was addressing to a large gathering organized by Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Hunza chapterhere in Karimabad, Hunza on Wednesday evening. Accompanied by Dr. Sher Afgan, former law minister and regional offices bearers of the party, she got a warm welcome from the poeople of the region. They were presented a Hunza's traditional cap and shawl as a hospitability to the guests.
Addressing the gathering she said that It gives me an immense pleasure that I had a part of an entity that made bridges between different communities to strengthen communal harmony during the last regime.
She paid tribute to former president Pervez Musharraf whom supervision gave a new life to the party to address long lasting demands of people of this region.
She said that it was Pervez Musharraf who gave them an international university, approved new district, empowed woman and gave more powers to regional assembly. She alleged that the contemporary government is taking advantage of what the last government has given to public by renaming the packages and other plans. She said we observe that many new parties have enter the region through parachute to get vote of people to fulfil their own interests. "They have nothing to do with the eridication of miseries of the poor but came with their vested interests," she added. She asked these parties that where were those during last sixty years who are tempeting the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan. " From where should I start to count our services during the tenure, ranging from KIU to introduction of modern telecome facilities. And Musharraf reign was remarkable as it gave power to voiceless people," she further added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza, she said that Rai Rematullah Khan has brought the party flag to the life due to his popularity. She alleged that the stage has been set to rigg the coming eletions to benefit their party. When VoH asked whether she has any evidence of such thing she said that she has informed Prime Minister about the situation. She warned that if the same thing happens then she is ready to challenge the status of election process in competent court.
Doctor Sher Afgan also praised the previous regime for public centred policies. He compared the today's inflation rate saying today you can get a flour sack at Rs.3000 was available at Rs.2000 during their reign. He said that what makes former president Pervez Musharraf unique among other presidents after Z.A.Bhutto is his sprit of service to the people of oppressed regions. He praised Musharraf for allowing assemblies to complete their tenure-an example hardly found in our polical history adding he faced every threat from extremist elements but never scared.
He alleged the contemporary government saying inappropriate policies and lack of attention to public sufferings that ruined the country. He also criticised on ineffective role of government officials to asses the conditionalities in Kerry Lugar Bill before its approval. He said that opposition parties including our party will reject and challenge certain claused against our sovereiGnty. "USA wants to mortage our security, has eyes on our nuclear assest and wants to execute Qadeer Khan, our national hero which the nation will never allow to happen," he added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza that in presence of more than dozen of political parties in the region will it be able to get a due share in cabinet through coming elections, he said that the party has completed necessary home work vis-a-vis coming elections; the party will gain mejority in house based on past performance in the region adding that they are working on a comprehensive strategy that will help to empower the people and remember the work of the party in the next generations.
The gathering was also addressed by Salman Arif, former Chairman district Karimabad and Altit and Rehmatullah, the ticket holder of Pakistan Muslim League (Q) in coming elections. Speaking to the public gathering he reiterated the good performance and role of Pervez Musharraf government in socio-economic development of the region. A Youth from Karimabad paid his tribute for the remarkable work of Musharraf in his peom.
Rehmat ullah in his speech elaborated the reason that forced him to accept the ticket of the party due to his public walfare spirit since childhood. He requested the participants to cast their vote to a candidate who want to get a chance to serve masses.
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Shehryar Khan backs from Shimshal tour
VOH Monitor
Hunza,KARIM ABAD, November 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Prince Shehryar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) finished his election campaign tour of Shimshal valley, Gojal.People of Shimshal have ensured support to Shehryar and promised to voter for him on electio date for being more educated, intelligant and rational person.
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PML (Q) annouces its 30 point based agenda for the next five years
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PML (Q) annouces its 30 point based agenda for the next five years Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced its 24 point menifesto for the coming tenure. The points include following areas.
Efforts to be made to give provincial status or resembles to that of Azad Kashmir
To appoint local governor and Chief minister for the assembly under new reform package
To give right of representation in bi-cameral legislature
Transfer of complete authorities from KANA to local administration
To ensure ppointment of local officials in the local administration
Reforms to be brought to ensure speedy and inexepensive justice to the people
Establishment of High Court and increment in number of judges in
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
Efforts to be made to bring improvement in system
In health sector, BHU facilities to be provided on union level; hospitals to equiped with modern facilities and respective staff
Illiteracy rate to be reduced by 85 percent in region
In education sector, construction of a primary school for every cluster or settlement; construction of separate female colleges
Contruction of a medical and engineering college;
Addition of new departments in Karakorum International University; establishment of regional campus in Baltistan
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Up gradation and improvement in telecoms sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
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PML (Q) highlights its accomplishments of last five years in the region
Voice of Hunza ReportHUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced formally about its last five years performance in the region. The press release provided by the party includes following major points:
Gilgit-Baltistan council was empowered to legislate its laws
Woman representation in house was enhanced by six seats
Chief Executive was made answerable to befor the members of house
Powers were trasfered from KANA division to Chief Secretary
Astore was declared as district
Hunza-Nagar was notified as district
Annual development budget was increased to seventy million; first ever provided fifty million to each every member of the assembly
Sadpara lake project was complete in proposed time period; construction work initiated after forrmal ficibility report
Naltar Hyderal power project with the capacity of 18 M.W completed
4.M.W. Hyderal power project along with a generator of 8.M.W was provided to Gilgit-Baltistan
Programme procession and preservation of local fruits was initiated
Construction work of KIU, 12 colleges and 92 primary schools were completed
Medical and Engg. universities were approved from authorities
In health sector 84 dispensaries were established; District head quarter hospitals in Hunza, Nagar,Chilas and Astore were completed
Telecoms sector was patronized to start operations in the region; Introduced Fiber optics first ever in the past history
Expansion of Karakorum High Way was initiated; Gilgt-Baltistan road was completed in time
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Sher Afgan Niazi and Marvi Memon on Hunza election tourVoH Watch
HUNZA,KARIMABAD, November 03: Sher Afgan Niazi, former law minister accompanied Marvi Memon , MNA addressed a public gathering here at Karimabad, Hunza. They beloud the work of previous government and criticized inable leadership who used the platform of their party and changed the base for this turn. Both return Gilgit city in the late evening.
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HRSO holds inter colleges quiz competition on Gender Rights, Gender Based Voilation;
Participants highlighted the today woman's problems in her lifeVoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.03: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hyderabad Rural Support Organization (HRSO) with the technical support of Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) organized one day inter colleges quiz competition on 3rd November, 2009 in F.G.Girls college auditorium, Karimabad, Hunza. The programme started with the name of Allah almighty followed by naat sharif.
The participants were among F.G.Girls Inter college, Karimabad, F.G.Boys degree college Ali abad and Sedna degree college Aliabad. While othe colleges are reported absent for lack of preparation.
The competition was comprised of three rounds with four question in each respectively. According to the rules and regulations the third team that gets lower score in second round was subjected to get out of competition. In second round F.G.degree college Aliabad went out of contest as it gained lowest socre. In the concluding round, F.G.Girls Inter College Karimabad was declared winner with the highest score and Sedna College was declared as runner up team.
In the last, Ms Nasreen Bagum, chief guest of the programme and Mrs. Shahida Jalal, Project director gave away trophy and medals to winner, runner up team and other participants of the competition. In the concluding speech, Mrs. Shahida Jalal, director Hyderabad Rural Support Organization said that it is a matter of immense pleasure to present such an informative programme that will bring more awareness among the young females about their rights in wakes of our lives. She thanked Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) for its technical support to organize the event to educate youth. Zero convention of Human rights ensures right of employment and other facilities without any descrimination. Article 25 of Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan declares equality of citizens and prohibition of gender descrimination saying there shall be no descrimination on the basis of sex, caste and creed. Article 27 of country's constitution provides safegard against descrimination in services, religion, caste, sex and residence. Article number 34 ensures participation of woman providing that step shall be taken to ensure full participation of woman in all spheres of national life. Similarly, article 34 asserts that the promotion of social justice and eridication of social evils, ensures to promote, with special care, speedy and inexpensive justice and provision of better condition of work, abstain to be employed in vacations unsuited to their ages, sex and maternity benefits for woman in employment. It is pitty to see the voilation of basic human rights rather to ponder on gender in this back ward region.
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No any tax to be imposed in Gilgit-Baltistan; Custom unpaid vehicles to be regularised soon; many complaints recived in B.I.S.P:Ch. ManzoorVoH Watch
SKARDU, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Chaudhry Manzoor, incharge election cell Pakistan Peoples Party, Baltistan has said that no tax will be imposed on masses in new setup under governance reform package, 2009. He said that the custom unpaid vehicles will be regulized through registration. Briefing to journalists the said that Gilgit-Baltistan, being a backward region the federal government has no intension to bring the people under the burden of heavy tax net. He said that upcoming elections will be fully fair and transparent to avoid any objection of rigging. He warned the government of legal proceeding against them if they were found involved in election compains for any candidate.
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I am driven by patriotism and walfare spirit;The voters to support his visionPrince Shehar Yar Khan
VoH Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) I am driven by patriotism and walfare spirit and want to satisfy the people with smart work during my tenure; I will be able to show my performance if they vote him to support his vision for a tangible development. These views were expressed by Prince Shehar Yar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) to a public gathering at Khana abad, on Monday evening. He said that his family, during their tenure has delivered many projects for the area and he will try to do more than they expect if they vote him to make the dream to serve them in future. " I have left my job and other perks to get a chance to lead them to address their demands. He promissed to construct a sports stadium and a girls inter college for lower Hunza (Shinaki). People of the area assured to extend their support through their vote to him in the election.
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B.I.S.P. is IMF and World bank's sponsored fund not of PPP; Ruling party is exploiting by using it for vote bank: Majeedullah
VoH Report
Hunza, KARIMABAD, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Benazir Income Support Programme is a project sponsored by International Monitory Fund and World Bank and the rulling party should avoid using it to get votes from the people of Hunza. These views were expressed by Majeedullah, Chairman Union council, Karimabad, Hunza. He was addressing a large public gathering here at, Domat Diramishal, during his speech during the visit of Sheharyar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) vis-a-vis his election compaign. He alleged that he has distributed the income support forms to nominate the legitimate families while the rulling party has done this for its own interest.
Independance day was celebrated in Gilgit-Baltistan; Speakers stressed for greater communal harmony, unification and mutual respectVoH Watch
GILGIT, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) People of Gilgit-Baltistan celeberated independance day with national spirit and patriotism to comemorate the valour, fortitude and sacrifice to absolve the region from imperial powers.
The main event was held in Gari Bagh in which speakers paid their tribute to all our heroes laid their loves for the noble cause.
Strong opposition of Gojal youth, Noor Muhammad returns with loose heart
VoH Monitoring Desk
BY:Shamsuddin Mummamad
GULMIT,GOJAL, Oct.31: Noor Muhammamad, a candidate of All Hunza Action Committee (AHAC) who has been on his election compaigns had a scheduled visit to Gojal to convince for vote. Yet, today's incident shows the circumstances prove unfavorable for him. Accompanied by many figures in his support he arrived at Gulmit, the Gojal's headquarter in afternoon. He was unable to attract a large number of people for the procession. As Noor Muhammad started his speech, a group of youngsters chanted slogans against him and the party.He choose to stop his sppeech and and wrap up the public meeting immediately. Nevertheless, he said that he is planning a remarkable political gathering of All Hunza Action Committee (AHAC) shortly in Gulmit to show his strength ahead poles.
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Ghulam Abbas joins MQM in Gojal
VoH Watch
Oct.20-31
GULMIT, October 31: (Shamsuddin Mummamad) According to some reliable source, Ghulam Abbas, who failed earlier to get ticket from PPP announced quitting his Pakistan Poeple party and joined Mutahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), withdrew in favor of Kamil Jan infront of a lagrge gathering of people of Gojal valley.
Sources say that it will benefit Kamil jan who has succeeded to break many people including veterans of many federalist parties including PPP and PML (Qa) and Nawaz. Kamil Jan has beloud favourable response of the people towards Mutahida Qaumi Movement. Talking to media he said, "irrespective of whether or not he wins the polls, he will serve the region as a son of the soil". He asserted that the party has check and balance system that makes one answerable to his voters and to his party leadership". He said that he in favor of demand for three seats for Hunza. Pointing to difficulties faced by students of the region in obtaining admissions in different educational institutions he said that his party will help ensure that no discriminatory policies are formulated against the students of Area.
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Free trade zone among the fourteen points manifesto of MQMDemands public representation in national assembly and Senate;
establishment and upgradation of educational institutions, betterment in basic health
facilities; new power projects in Hunza
VoH Monitoring desk
Hunza, October 29: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Mutahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) announced a fourteen point based manifesto for the upcoming election of ilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly in a public gathering in a local hotel here at Karimabad, Hunza on Wednesday evening. The speakers wereamong Sufian Yousuf, Abdul Khaliq Balooch and Abid Zaiidi of Provincial Coordination Committee. Prioritizing education as one of the most important part of the manifesto, it has demanded establishment and upgradation of both existing and new institutions in the region. Similarly, in both health and energy sector, MQM announced to establish new health facilities and power projects in Hunza. These points include:
representation of the people of Gilgit-Baltistan in National Assembly and Senate
up-gradation of Hunza subdivision to District
two additional seats for Hunza in GBLA
Prioritising announced to upgrade F.G Upgradation of degree College
Upgradation of Aliabad to Engineering College
Upgrading F.G Girls inter college Karimabad to Degree College
Establishment of Inter College in Gojal
Establishment of Cadet College in Shinaki
increment in qouta for the students of Gilgit-Baltistan in educationalistitutions across the contry
Establishment of Agro-technical college in Hunza
Establishment of a 20-bed hospital in Gojal
Establishment of new power station
supply of subsidised LPG gas
To declare Hunza as free trade zone in trade sector
On party level an advisory comprised of board of educated youth and notables was proposed to address issues of youth. Speaking to the gathering, Sufian Yousuf, an MPA from F.B. Area, Karachi claimed that MQM is the only platform for the poor people of Gilgit-Baltistan to raise their voices against the oppressions in both houses. He said our manifesto seeks ‘Empowerment for all’ and it struggles for about 98% population of the country.
He announced for planning the institutional mechanisms of the party in Hunza soon after the election. While Abid Zaidi, member provincial coordination committee comparing sufferigns of Urdu speaking thinicity with the people of Gilgit-Baltistan said that MQM will provide the platform to address all major issues. Abdul Kahliq Balooch vowed to back the efforts of Kamil Jan in Hunza.
Kamil Jan, the candidate of MQM from Hunza criticised former representatives saying he is going to contest the election with a mission to serve the people. “Having no educational qualification, my honest struggle taught me a lot to lead the people and serve them”, he further added. He rejected the allegations of pouring huge money to attract voters saying no one is so poor to sell his will.
On the other hand Neeknam Karim of PPP announced formally to join MQM for he thinks it a more appropriate platform to adress issues of area. He alleged party leadership for expliotation of merit and inefficiencies with in the party. The domestic resultant furstration cuased by poor performance of federal parties have left no place to join new parties to voice against injustices with the region. Nevertheless, it has been observed that politics was a dirty game and has had least consideration for poor as seasonal birds in past have shown by appearing in elections only and disappear from the people.
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Month-September 2009
Sincere leadership is the need of hour, Visaless access of Hunzais top priority; Hunza to be made commercial hub by making it free trade zone
says: Raja Shehbaz Khan VOH Monitor
HUNZA, Hyderabad, October 27: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Raja Shehbaz Khan, an independant candidate for LA-6 in comming elections has said that the sincere leadership to address issues of the region is need of the hour. He was addressing to a public gathering followed by inuagration of electio compaign office at Hyderabad.He criticized government for for its biased policies saying we have been neglecting and descriminating people of Hunza in government jobs despite having better and relevant qualifications for many decades. we have not even a single assistant commission in the whole region. " I am not like one who gets hotter for some time and loose the courage; I will stand for additional representation, increment in qouta and visa free access of people of Hunza to China with mere Computerized national identity card. He said that he is going to sign an agreement to a Chinese firm to establish an internationally bound trade center in Hunza proper that will in turn generate employment for the youth of the region." I shall try to bring experts along with modernequipments with the consent of the people to unearth the precious minerals from our mountains that will indirectly play a role in well being of the people ", he added.
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Traiters will lose the poles: says Noor MuhammadVoice of Hunza Watch
GILGIT, Oct.26: Noor Muhammad, candidate of All Hunza Action Committee (AHAC) has said that triters will lose the opportunity in coming elections. Talking to media persons he said that all federalist Parties have proved complete failure and were confined to their own interests. He said that people of Hunza will vote him to teach the lesson to those who hood winked them in past. He warned government if it use tactics to rig the pols of harsh consequences.
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Peple should support a rationale leader who has left every thing for them:Mir Ghazanfar AliWell educated leadership can only cope future challenges: Prince Shehar Yar Khan
VOH Monitor
HUNZA,HYDERABAD, Oct. 24: Prince Sheharyar Khan, son of former Chief Executive Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan and the candidate contesting for upcoming elections with the ticket of Muslim League Nawaz has said that only well educated and rationale leadership can bring the nation out of troubles and sufferings.
Shehar Yar Khan who has geared up his election compaigns reached Khurukushal in a form of a rally. Addressing followed by inauguration of compaing office at famous Titanic Hotle spot accompanied by his father Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan and Rani Atiqa, he said that I have entered the field to struggle for the rights of the people of Hunza.
"I am proud of bieng a Hunzai who have an inspirational historical back ground in the region", he added. He said that today due to unemployment, hundreds of youth are without jobs; that created depression and sense of deprivation." A comprehensive work is underway to address the issues the people on priority basis, he added. Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan and Rani Atiqa called on the people to support him as he is well educated who left his job, has parliamentary experience and keen to serve people of this region.
Mr. Ghazanfar said, Prince Shehar Yar was intellegent and had a political mind we hope that the people of Hunza would elect him with a huge margin of votes. He confidently asserted that was a suitable candidate for the position of regional governor of the region and considered him self betterly experienced person with the highest rank as Chief Executive in past. He further said that he won more than eight times and served in capacity of as member and higher levels adding he has had better relations both with bearocracy and political figures that made every task for him possible. He rejected the allegations that he has had created obstacles in their projects and funds and said to ask them even meet a deputy commissioner with out my recommendation. " There was never a scandal against him and involved in corruption and equally respected by all sects being a neutral person in the region", he added. He also said that there was a need of constituences in Hunza, Ghizar, Diamar and Shiger.
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Wazir Baig vows to adhere his commitment to diliver multi projectsVOH Watch
HUNZA,HYDERABAD,Oct.24:(Shamsuddin Muhammad) Wazir Baig, candidate from Pakistan People's Party (PPP) while addressing following inauguration of compaign office asserted that despite his will to nominate any young person, the respective committee has trusted him again to contest the election. He said that it is beauty of democracy that today different candidates are contesting elections from different parties.
He said," I am pleased to see that our new generation has got more political awarness evident from their inception into the struggle for the rights of the region through participating in elections." He promised the people of Hyderabad to deliver many projects to this area that has been left backward for unseen reasons. He ensured the people to establish a Basic Heal Unit (BHU) if he win the elction, immidiately.
He reiterated to adhere with the slogans of his party to deliver Roti, Kapra and Makaan and vowed to deliver new projects for the area. Answering to a question that candidates from both Karimabad and Aliabad have already won elections many times in past but not a single has nominated so far to contest elections thus sandwitched the area without any remarkable development except few link roads and educational institutions with the help of NGOs he said that he will focus his attention on Hyderabad if he wins the election in days to come. He urged the people to know the worth of their vote and cast it for the right one whether that is he or some one, an individual who can deliver.
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Political Activities gain momentum in HunzaVoH watch
HUNZA,HYDERABAD, Oct.23: (Shamsuddin Muhammad)Like the other parts of Gilgit Baltistan, political activities have gain momentum in different areas of Hunza namely Karimabad, Hyderabad, Altit, Shiskat, Aliabad, Hasanabad, Murtazaabad, Gulmit, Nasirabad, Hussainabad, Mayone, Khyber, Sost, Misgar and other areas of Gojal. Candidates contesting election from different political parties have started their election compaigns to convince poeple for respective support. One of the vital difference in current and the past elections is presence of more than a dozen of candidates, though many seasonal birds with different party backgrounds is confusing people to whom they should vote for.
PM to Visit GB in October
10th grand procession of Muharram appears from Ganish; speakers highlights unprecedented valour of Hussain Ibne Ali; deviation from the teachings of prophet and Imam cause of sufferings; time to identify elements creating differences among sects
VoH ReportBy:SM
HUNZA, Dec. 28, 2009: As a part of Ashora-Muharram, like other parts of the region to commemorate the great sacrifice offered by Hussain Ibne Ali and his followers in Karbala against tyrant Umayyad ruller Yazid one about fourteen centuries ago. The main procession appeared from lower Ganish marched and reached to Dorkhan at 1:30 P.M. Participants after offering prayers observed mouring. Speakers on the ocassion highlighted the unprecedent example of valour and sacrifice to save Islamic values.
Ismaili community, Garelt locality offered a tea for the participants of Ashora procession
He claimed that few international powers are trying to create chaos in the country. He said that Hussain Ibne Ali accepted death willing and rejected the demand of Yazid, a composition of vices. He alleged that the those fighting the state today are the descendants of those terrorists forces of Ibne Ziaad under the direction of Yazid who blocked the way of even drinking water to Iman and his followers. "We must recognize our enemy trying to create differences on sectarian lines," he added.Other speakers including Ashraf Ali, Sherbaz Ali Khan also threw light on the tragedy.
They in their speechs described attributes of Karbala from with different aspects saying the tragedy even after lapse of about fourteen hundred years in Karbala and about fourty eight years after the death of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)is still alive in hearts of his follower.
Shaikh Hadi in his brief speech said that Imam (A.S) sacrificed his and his own family andcomrades' lives at the altar of liberty and justice.
Health department arranged special camp for the injured during the procession. A resolution was presented in the concluding session demanding arrest of culprits involved in murder of Syed Razi uddin Rizvi; assurance of safety of Shia communities in N.W.F.P; closure of offices of notorious Black water and security of routes of processions across the country.
The procession returned on the same route from Dorkhand. Engineer Zameer Abass, assistant commissioner Hunza, along with other administrative and security personnel kept on monitoring procession. Ismaili boys scouts and volunteer corps offered their services to ensure security of route. Garelt Ismaili community facilitate participants with a tea as a gesture of brotherhood which was greatly appreciated on various levels and this way Muharram was observed peacefully in the region.
Bad Road conditions- who is responsible?
VOH
A van over turn due to negligence of both political administration and concerned department
Public gathered to evacuate the van from the spot
The above picture is the main road of Hyderabad, Hunza that connects the area at Ali abad and Ganish valley ends. The road was built decades ago and use of years resulted demage at various points which may cause human causalities.
Sher Jahan Mir as governor is acceptable for all; people have expectations with him says Islamuddin VoH Report
GILGIT, Dec. 26:(Shamsuddin Muhammad) Sher Jahan Mir is acceptable for all parties as a governor for he has grasp on various issues. These views were expressed by Nizamuddin of Jamat Islami, Giglit during a meeting with media persons. He said, people have a lot of expectations that he will play an effective role to eridicate unemployment and sectarainism from the region.
Security tighten in Muharram, law inforcement agencies vigilant; forces were deployed in sensitive areas
VoH Report GILGIT, Dec. 26: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Local administration has advised duputy commissioners, assistan commissioners and DSPs of respective areas of Gillgit-Baltistan to ensure security measures and monitor processions during holy month of Muharram. Armed personnel have been deployed in sensitive areas and ulemas were ask to kee
Month in Review-November
National T.B. Control program holds one day Community Coalition session on ACSM; Speakers discuses new approach to adopt to mobilize people to halt this dellima; more than thirty percent affected by this critical disease
VoH Weekly Report
HUNZA, Karimabad, November 30: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) National Tuber Clossis Control program for Gilgit-Baltistan hold one day session for board of directors and social mobilizers of Hyderabad Rural Support Organization (HRSO) here at a local hotel, Karimabad, Hunza. The session was a part of a series of sessions to be held in different areas in the region to create better awareness about the deadly disease that has affected more than thirty percent population of third world countries.
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| HRSO Session held here at a local hotel Karimabad, Hunza |
Mrs.Rehana, district social mobilizer, Gilgit-Baltistan in her speech said that most of the patient used to hide the disease at initial stage that get worse with passage of time. She said the major cause of the disease in the region was due to lack of ventilation, lack of cleanliness and imbalance diet available for the people. She said that more than 30 percent cases registered in the developing countries due to poverty, lack of awareness, misconceptions and low standard of living. She stressed the Local Support Organization directors and members with the help of community health workers to inform people about the causes and effects as well as to follow the directions given. She further said that the victims of this disease are mostly infants, children, pragnant women and those above 45 for they have low immunity power. She said that T.B is no more epedimic and can be controlled through the use of certain continous medication adding the patient was kept in isolution making him depressed and scared . She said in contrast to the prior methods we are now going to follow a new method called Adocacy Communication Social Mobilization (ACSM) to convince people to take good care of their health.
Two Names among the top for CM of Gilgit-Baltistan; Syed Mehdi Shah and Wazir Baig are among the favorite nomineesVoH Weekly Report
GILGIT, Nov.20: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) According to some reliable sources Pakisan Peoples Party has proposed few names for the position of Chief Minister, Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly under new self governance reform package, 2009 for the region by rulling party. The newly appointed Chief Minister will be the vary first such an officer under a quasi provincial cum tribal political structure.
Among the most favourite names are of Mr.Syed Mehdi Shah, regional president of PPP, who has won from LA-7 Sakardu constituency-2and Mr. Wazir Baig winner from LA-6, Hunza region. Both leaders are considered humble, foresighted and deligent. On the other hand, PPP that has gained eleven out of twenty three seats is busy with meetings to finalize the name by party highups within couple of days.
Issues of the region to be taken up before Prime Minister;Academic quota for students of Gilgit-Baltistan in Punjab University to be doubled;Solid steps to be taken on additional representation: Nawaz Sharif
VoH Weekly ReportHUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 06: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Nawaz Sharif, Chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has said that the issue of additional representation to be taken before the Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani. He was speaking to a large public gathering in the royal palace here in Hunza.
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 06: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Nawaz Sharif, Chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has said that the issue of additional representation to be taken before the Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani. He was speaking to a large public gathering in the royal palace here in Hunza.
Mr. Sharif who is on Gilgit-Baltistan tour had a short visit to Hunza. Accompanied by other party high ups and regional office bearers he arrived Royal Palace, Karimabad , Hunza at 3:00 P.M . He said that he will ensure the free admission and tuition facility in Punjab University to student of Giligit-Baltistan. He said tht present educational quota for the students of the region in Punjab University shall be doubled , promissiong the access of eligible students in professional studies in field of medical and engineering sciences in order to facilitate them like other parts of Pakistan. During his brief speech he asserted that interim Governor Qamar Zaman Kaira should have taken into conifidence the all stack holders before approval of the self Governance Refore Package, 2009. "I promise, if the rulling party denies the demand for additional seat then his party will make efforts to fulfil this long standing demand of the people of the area . He said that people of Hunza are faithful and would support the vision of development of our candidate.
He showed his absolute confidence on Shehar Yar and ensured his moral support during election. Mr. Shehryar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) , in his speech stress for the need of additional representation for Hunza in the assembly to shun the feeling of deprivation. He also demanded the higher education facilities like a campus of Karakorum Internatioal University in Hunza besides a technical and cadet college. He further demanded for allocation of a proportional fund from border trade activities for the walfare of local population. Mr. Ghazanfar Ali Khan, the former Chief Executive of Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Council, during his speech also reiterated the necessity of additonal seat and emphasize Mr. Sharif to call on PPP government to allocate additional seat for Hunza before elctions in the Legislative Assembly.
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GBDA to Boycott elections for Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly,
The party announce the decision just a couple of days ahead of the poles; government accused for harrassing party leadership
VoH Watch
GILGIT, Nov. 06: According to a press releas issued by Giligit- Baltistan Democratic Alliance (GBDA) has declare to boycott of coming general elections of GBLA from four constituencies, ahead of few days of poles. The party 's centeral leadership announced on Friday that GBDA would not be participating in upcoming election from four constituencies:LA-1, LA-2, LA-3 and LA-4. Those who were nominated for these constituencies include Shahid Hussain for LA – 1, A dvocate Omer Farooq for LA – 2), Afsar Jan for LA – 3 and Advocate Mumtaz Nagri for LA – 4.
Speaking to a press conference, party leadership blamed government of harassing them during their compaigns saying that undemocratic acts of government to manage to take part in the poles. Talking to journalists Mr. Omer Farooq adovocate, leader of GBDA, said that their top leadership including Col(r) Mirza NAdir Hassan Khan and Col(r) Mirza Wajahat Hassan Khan, sons of the hero of freedom of Gilgit Col Mirza Hssan Khan, has been detained in Gilgit and deported few days ago on baseless allegations.
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Severe cold grips Hunza;
Trees wear yellow-red dress as the leaves turn pale; demand of warm clothes increased
VoH Report
HUNZA, HYDERABAD, Nov. 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hunza is under sever coldness since last two weeks with the commencement of automn season like other areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Temperature has considerably dropped in Hunza and outskirts ahead of winter during the night. For the last couple of weeks due to drastic change in temperature, leaves of the trees have pailed to yellow. The lowest temperature recorded in Hunza and surrounding has been 8 to 10 degree centigrade during the night. In some areas, murcury dropped yesterday to seven degree centigrade. Consequently, the crowds of people are observed on second hand cloth selling shops.
Crowed of customers can be observed on shops selling warm clothes in Hunza. On the other hand price of second hand items both cloths and over coat have sky rocketed due to increae in demand of cheap warm clothes and reduction in value of Pakistani rupee during last three years.
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Zafar Waqar Taj appointed as Deputy Commissioner
Hunza – Nagar
VoH Watch
HUNZA, November 6: According to media sources Zafar Waqar Taj has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner Hunza – Nagar district vide a notificaiton issued authorities. He has served in the department at in different areas of the region. Mr. Zafar is anintellectual and author of three famous books on poetry and nature. Public circles have expressed their hope, welcomed his appointment and expect a better future during his tenure. He is expected to take his responsiblities soon.
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Nawaz on Gilgit-Baltistan tour
A public gathering in Karimabad to show the strength in Hunza
Voice of Hunza watch
SKARDU, Nov. 5: ( Shamsuddin Muhammad) According to media news, Mian Mohammad Nawaz Sharif, chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has started his election tour of Gilgit – Baltistan from Skardu.The other main leadership includes Mehtab Abbasi and Chaudhary Nisar Ali Khan among others. The scheduled electoin tour for seven districts of Gilgit – Baltistan coupled with public gatherings is expected to conclude in three days ahead.
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A renown elder passes away in Hunza
Khalifa Bulbul saw many centuries while serving the nation
VoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Khalifa Bulbul, renown scholar, social worker and notable died here in Karimabad on Wednesday. He was famous for his sprit to serve humanity and despite his old age he was supposed to participate in all occasions. He left two sons:Parhat and Munajat.
A youth was also reported died of a choronic diseas cancer in Aliabad on the same day. He was undertreatment and took the last breath on Tuesday. His body was brought later to Aliabad, his home town where he was burried before thousands of people.
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I am proud to further the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan; Some parachute parties entered region with vested interests; Musharraf Government has empowered people of Gilgit-Baltistan: Mari Memon
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, member National Assembly and Incharge Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Gilgit-Baltistan has said that she is proud to further the cause of the region in before the rulers.
She was addressing to a large gathering organized by Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Hunza chapterhere in Karimabad, Hunza on Wednesday evening. Accompanied by Dr. Sher Afgan, former law minister and regional offices bearers of the party, she got a warm welcome from the poeople of the region. They were presented a Hunza's traditional cap and shawl as a hospitability to the guests.
Addressing the gathering she said that It gives me an immense pleasure that I had a part of an entity that made bridges between different communities to strengthen communal harmony during the last regime.
She paid tribute to former president Pervez Musharraf whom supervision gave a new life to the party to address long lasting demands of people of this region.
She said that it was Pervez Musharraf who gave them an international university, approved new district, empowed woman and gave more powers to regional assembly. She alleged that the contemporary government is taking advantage of what the last government has given to public by renaming the packages and other plans. She said we observe that many new parties have enter the region through parachute to get vote of people to fulfil their own interests. "They have nothing to do with the eridication of miseries of the poor but came with their vested interests," she added. She asked these parties that where were those during last sixty years who are tempeting the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan. " From where should I start to count our services during the tenure, ranging from KIU to introduction of modern telecome facilities. And Musharraf reign was remarkable as it gave power to voiceless people," she further added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza, she said that Rai Rematullah Khan has brought the party flag to the life due to his popularity. She alleged that the stage has been set to rigg the coming eletions to benefit their party. When VoH asked whether she has any evidence of such thing she said that she has informed Prime Minister about the situation. She warned that if the same thing happens then she is ready to challenge the status of election process in competent court.
Doctor Sher Afgan also praised the previous regime for public centred policies. He compared the today's inflation rate saying today you can get a flour sack at Rs.3000 was available at Rs.2000 during their reign. He said that what makes former president Pervez Musharraf unique among other presidents after Z.A.Bhutto is his sprit of service to the people of oppressed regions. He praised Musharraf for allowing assemblies to complete their tenure-an example hardly found in our polical history adding he faced every threat from extremist elements but never scared.
He alleged the contemporary government saying inappropriate policies and lack of attention to public sufferings that ruined the country. He also criticised on ineffective role of government officials to asses the conditionalities in Kerry Lugar Bill before its approval. He said that opposition parties including our party will reject and challenge certain claused against our sovereiGnty. "USA wants to mortage our security, has eyes on our nuclear assest and wants to execute Qadeer Khan, our national hero which the nation will never allow to happen," he added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza that in presence of more than dozen of political parties in the region will it be able to get a due share in cabinet through coming elections, he said that the party has completed necessary home work vis-a-vis coming elections; the party will gain mejority in house based on past performance in the region adding that they are working on a comprehensive strategy that will help to empower the people and remember the work of the party in the next generations.
The gathering was also addressed by Salman Arif, former Chairman district Karimabad and Altit and Rehmatullah, the ticket holder of Pakistan Muslim League (Q) in coming elections. Speaking to the public gathering he reiterated the good performance and role of Pervez Musharraf government in socio-economic development of the region. A Youth from Karimabad paid his tribute for the remarkable work of Musharraf in his peom.
Rehmat ullah in his speech elaborated the reason that forced him to accept the ticket of the party due to his public walfare spirit since childhood. He requested the participants to cast their vote to a candidate who want to get a chance to serve masses.
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Shehryar Khan backs from Shimshal tour
VOH Monitor
Hunza,KARIM ABAD, November 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Prince Shehryar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) finished his election campaign tour of Shimshal valley, Gojal.People of Shimshal have ensured support to Shehryar and promised to voter for him on electio date for being more educated, intelligant and rational person.
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PML (Q) to re-form the government in Gilgit-Baltistan
PPP is taking advantage of the reforms of previous regime; instead of giving something to people it is taking back; elections can be rigged says Marvi Memon
Voice of Hunza Report
Hunza, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, incharge Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan, has said that her party will be able to form government and retain its high mandate in the coming elections. She blamed that PPP is taking advantage of packages and reforms delivered under ex-Pervez Musharaf's reign. "Instead of giving credit to our government rulling party tends to get benefit of all good work in past," she said. Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza about the strategy and future perspective she said that the rulling party is mood of rigging the elections and if it happens so, then, that will be challenged on the right platform adding she is encouraged to further the cause of the people at every forum against injustices done to the region for last many decades.
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Hunza Student Federation’s session on “political enlightenment”
by Tariq Rahim Baig
VoH Watch
Gilgit, November 4: Two election candidates from LA – 6, Hunza, were invited by the Hunza Students Federation to address the youth at a session called “Political Enlightenment”. Noor Muhammad, an independent candidate supported by Hunza Action Committe and Wazir Baig, PPP ticket holder, discussed different issues related to Hunza valley, answering questions raised by the KIU student, at a local hotel in Gilgit city.
Both candidates said that students were focus of their attention, being leaders of tomorrow and they will do everything to ensure that the youth are facilitated and supported at all steps of their careers.
Noor Muhammad said that youth are the future leaders of Hunza valley and if elected he will ensure obtaining more opportunities for the students in different educational institutions across the country. He also said that educational institutions, including schools and colleges need to be built across Hunza valley.
Wazir Baig said that he would put in all his efforts to obtain two additional seats for Hunza valley. He also promised that the problem of electricity shortage will be resolved in the region. Towards end of the session the guests were entertained with light refreshment. Public circles have appreciated the step taken by HSF. Courtesy Pamirtimes.net
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PML (Q) annouces its 30 point based agenda for the next five years
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced its 24 point menifesto for the coming tenure. The points include following areas.
Efforts to be made to give provincial status or resembles to that of Azad Kashmir
To appoint local governor and Chief minister for the assembly under new reform package
To give right of representation in bi-cameral legislature
Transfer of complete authorities from KANA to local administration
To ensure ppointment of local officials in the local administration
Reforms to be brought to ensure speedy and inexepensive justice to the people
Establishment of High Court and increment in number of judges in
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
Efforts to be made to bring improvement in system
In health sector, BHU facilities to be provided on union level; hospitals to equiped with modern facilities and respective staff
Illiteracy rate to be reduced by 85 percent in region
In education sector, construction of a primary school for every cluster or settlement; construction of separate female colleges
Contruction of a medical and engineering college;
Addition of new departments in Karakorum International University; establishment of regional campus in Baltistan
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
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PML (Q) highlights its accomplishments of last five years in the region
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced formally about its last five years performance in the region. The press release provided by the party includes following major points:
Gilgit-Baltistan council was empowered to legislate its laws
Woman representation in house was enhanced by six seats
Chief Executive was made answerable to befor the members of house
Powers were trasfered from KANA division to Chief Secretary
Astore was declared as district
Hunza-Nagar was notified as district
Annual development budget was increased to seventy million; first ever provided fifty million to each every member of the assembly
Sadpara lake project was complete in proposed time period; construction work initiated after forrmal ficibility report
Naltar Hyderal power project with the capacity of 18 M.W completed
4.M.W. Hyderal power project along with a generator of 8.M.W was provided to Gilgit-Baltistan
Programme procession and preservation of local fruits was initiated
Construction work of KIU, 12 colleges and 92 primary schools were completed
Medical and Engg. universities were approved from authorities
In health sector 84 dispensaries were established; District head quarter hospitals in Hunza, Nagar,Chilas and Astore were completed
Telecome sector was patronized to start operations in the region; Introduced Fiber optics first ever in the past history
Expension of Karakorum High Way was initiated; Gilgt-Baltistan road was completed in time
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Sher Afgan Niazi and Marvi Memon on Hunza election tour
VoH Watch
HUNZA,KARIMABAD, November 03: Sher Afgan Niazi, former law minister accompanied Marvi Memon , MNA addressed a public gathering here at Karimabad, Hunza. They beloud the work of previous government and criticized inable leadership who used the platform of their party and changed the base for this turn. Both return Gilgit city in the late evening.
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HRSO holds inter colleges quiz competition on Gender Rights, Gender Based Voilation;
Participants highlighted the today woman's problems in her life
VoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.03: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hyderabad Rural Support Organization (HRSO) with the technical support of Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) organized one day inter colleges quiz competition on 3rd November, 2009 in F.G.Girls college auditorium, Karimabad, Hunza. The programme started with the name of Allah almighty followed by naat sharif.
The participants were among F.G.Girls Inter college, Karimabad, F.G.Boys degree college Ali abad and Sedna degree college Aliabad. While othe colleges are reported absent for lack of preparation.
The competition was comprised of three rounds with four question in each respectively. According to the rules and regulations the third team that gets lower score in second round was subjected to get out of competition. In second round F.G.degree college Aliabad went out of contest as it gained lowest socre. In the concluding round, F.G.Girls Inter College Karimabad was declared winner with the highest score and Sedna College was declared as runner up team.
In the last, Ms Nasreen Bagum, chief guest of the programme and Mrs. Shahida Jalal, Project director gave away trophy and medals to winner, runner up team and other participants of the competition. In the concluding speech, Mrs. Shahida Jalal, director Hyderabad Rural Support Organization said that it is a matter of immense pleasure to present such an informative programme that will bring more awareness among the young females about their rights in wakes of our lives. She thanked Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) for its technical support to organize the event to educate youth. Zero convention of Human rights ensures right of employment and other facilities without any descrimination. Article 25 of Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan declares equality of citizens and prohibition of gender descrimination saying there shall be no descrimination on the basis of sex, caste and creed. Article 27 of country's constitution provides safegard against descrimination in services, religion, caste, sex and residence. Article number 34 ensures participation of woman providing that step shall be taken to ensure full participation of woman in all spheres of national life. Similarly, article 34 asserts that the promotion of social justice and eridication of social evils, ensures to promote, with special care, speedy and inexpensive justice and provision of better condition of work, abstain to be employed in vacations unsuited to their ages, sex and maternity benefits for woman in employment. It is pitty to see the voilation of basic human rights rather to ponder on gender in this back ward region.
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No any tax to be imposed in Gilgit-Baltistan; Custom unpaid vehicles to be regularised soon; many complaints recived in B.I.S.P:Ch. Manzoor
VoH Watch
SKARDU, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Chaudhry Manzoor, incharge election cell Pakistan Peoples Party, Baltistan has said that no tax will be imposed on masses in new setup under governance reform package, 2009. He said that the custom unpaid vehicles will be regulized through registration. Briefing to journalists the said that Gilgit-Baltistan, being a backward region the federal government has no intension to bring the people under the burden of heavy tax net. He said that upcoming elections will be fully fair and transparant to avoid any objection of rigging. He warned the government of legal proceeding against them if they were found involved in election compains for any candidate.
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I am driven by patriotism and walfare spirit;The voters to support his vision: Prince Shehar Yar Khan
VoH Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) I am driven by patriotism and walfare spirit and want to satisfy the people with smart work during my tenure; I will be able to show my performance if they vote him to support his vision for a tangible development. These views were expressed by Prince Shehar Yar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) to a public gathering at Khana abad, on Monday evening. He said that his family, during their tenure has delivered many projects for the area and he will try to do more than they expect if they vote him to make the dream to serve them in future. " I have left my job and other perks to get a chance to lead them to address their demands. He promissed to construct a sports stadium and a girls inter college for lower Hunza (Shinaki). People of the area assured to extend their support through their vote to him in the election.
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B.I.S.P. is IMF and World bank's sponsored fund not of PPP; Ruling party is exploiting by using it for vote bank: Majeedullah
VoH Report
Hunza, KARIMABAD, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Benazir Income Support Programme is a project sponsored by International Monitory Fund and World Bank and the rulling party should avoid using it to get votes from the people of Hunza. These views were expressed by Majeedullah, Chairman Union council, Karimabad, Hunza. He was addressing a large public gathering here at, Domat Diramishal, during his speech during the visit of Sheharyar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) vis-a-vis his election compaign. He alleged that he has distributed the income support forms to nominate the legitimate families while the rulling party has done this for its own interest.
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Armed forces to be deployed in sensitive poling stations; Situation still tense in the area; a nail biting contest expected between PPP and MQM
VoH Watch
SHIGAR, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) As the election date is comming nearer, making and breaking processes among parties has reached at climax across Gilgit-Baltistan. In Shigar, according to media sources, the two contestants: Imran Nadeem of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Raja Azam of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) are in the feild. According to domestic analysts, a nail-biting contest is expected between the two as they both are equally popular in the area.
____________________________Independance day was celebrated in Gilgit-Baltistan; Speakers stressed for greater communal harmony, unification and mutual respect
VoH Watch
GILGIT, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) People of Gilgit-Baltistan celeberated independance day with national spirit and patriotism to comemorate the valour, fortitude and sacrifice to absolve the region from imperial powers.
The main event was held in Gari Bagh in which speakers paid their tribute to all our heroes laid their loves for the noble cause.
Academic qouta for students of Gilgit-Baltistan in Punjab University to be doubled;
Solid steps to be taken on additional representaion: Nawaz Sharif
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 06: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Nawaz Sharif, Chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has said that the issue of additional representation to be taken before the Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani. He was speaking to a large public gathering in the royal palace here in Hunza.
Mr. Sharif who is on Gilgit-Baltistan tour had a short visit to Hunza. Accompanied by other party high ups and regional office bearers he arrived Royal Palace, Karimabad , Hunza at 3:00 P.M . He said that he will ensure the free admission and tuition facility in Punjab University to student of Giligit-Baltistan. He said tht present educational quota for the students of the region in Punjab University shall be doubled , promissiong the access of eligible students in professional studies in field of medical and engineering sciences in order to facilitate them like other parts of Pakistan. During his brief speech he asserted that interim Governor Qamar Zaman Kaira should have taken into conifidence the all stack holders before approval of the self Governance Refore Package, 2009. "I promise, if the rulling party denies the demand for additional seat then his party will make efforts to fulfil this long standing demand of the people of the area . He said that people of Hunza are faithful and would support the vision of development of our candidate.
He showed his absolute confidence on Shehar Yar and ensured his moral support during election. Mr. Shehryar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) , in his speech stress for the need of additional representation for Hunza in the assembly to shun the feeling of deprivation. He also demanded the higher education facilities like a campus of Karakorum Internatioal University in Hunza besides a technical and cadet college. He further demanded for allocation of a proportional fund from border trade activities for the walfare of local population. Mr. Ghazanfar Ali Khan, the former Chief Executive of Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Council, during his speech also reiterated the necessity of additonal seat and emphasize Mr. Sharif to call on PPP government to allocate additional seat for Hunza before elctions in the Legislative Assembly.
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GBDA to Boycott elections for Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly; party announce the decision just a couple of days ahead of the poles; government accused for harrassing party leadershipVoH Watch
GILGIT, Nov. 06: According to a press releas issued by Giligit- Baltistan Democratic Alliance (GBDA) has declare to boycott of coming general elections of GBLA from four constituencies, ahead of few days of poles. The party 's centeral leadership announced on Friday that GBDA would not be participating in upcoming election from four constituencies:LA-1, LA-2, LA-3 and LA-4. Those who were nominated for these constituencies include Shahid Hussain for LA – 1, A dvocate Omer Farooq for LA – 2), Afsar Jan for LA – 3 and Advocate Mumtaz Nagri for LA – 4.
Speaking to a press conference, party leadership blamed government of harassing them during their compaigns saying that undemocratic acts of government to manage to take part in the poles. Talking to journalists Mr. Omer Farooq adovocate, leader of GBDA, said that their top leadership including Col(r) Mirza NAdir Hassan Khan and Col(r) Mirza Wajahat Hassan Khan, sons of the hero of freedom of Gilgit Col Mirza Hssan Khan, has been detained in Gilgit and deported few days ago on baseless allegations.
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Severe cold grips Hunza; Trees wear yellow-red dress as the leaves turn pale; demand of warm clothes increased
VoH Report
HUNZA, HYDERABAD, Nov. 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hunza is under sever coldness since last two weeks with the commencement of automn season like other areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Temperature has considerably dropped in Hunza and outskirts ahead of winter during the night. For the last couple of weeks due to drastic change in temperature, leaves of the trees have pailed to yellow. The lowest temperature recorded in Hunza and surrounding has been 8 to 10 degree centigrade during the night. In some areas, murcury dropped yesterday to seven degree centigrade. Consequently, the crowds of people are observed on second hand cloth selling shops.
Crowed of customers can be observed on shops selling warm clothes in Hunza. On the other hand price of second hand items both cloths and over coat have sky rocketed due to increae in demand of cheap warm clothes and reduction in value of Pakistani rupee during last three years.
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Zafar Waqar Taj appointed as Deputy Commissioner
Hunza – Nagar
VoH Watch
HUNZA, November 6: According to media sources Zafar Waqar Taj has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner Hunza – Nagar district vide a notificaiton issued authorities. He has served in the department at in different areas of the region. Mr. Zafar is anintellectual and author of three famous books on poetry and nature. Public circles have expressed their hope, welcomed his appointment and expect a better future during his tenure. He is expected to take his responsiblities soon.
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A renown elder passes away in Hunza; Khalifa Bulbul saw many centuries while serving the nation
VoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Khalifa Bulbul, renown scholar, social worker and notable died here in Karimabad on Wednesday. He was famous for his sprit to serve humanity and despite his old age he was supposed to participate in all occasions. He left two sons:Parhat and Munajat.
A youth was also reported died of a choronic diseas cancer in Aliabad on the same day. He was undertreatment and took the last breath on Tuesday. His body was brought later to Aliabad, his home town where he was burried before thousands of people.
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I am proud to further the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan; Some parachute parties entered region with vested interests; Musharraf Government has empowered people of Gilgit-Baltistan: Mari Memon
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, member National Assembly and Incharge Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Gilgit-Baltistan has said that she is proud to further the cause of the region in before the rulers.
She was addressing to a large gathering organized by Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Hunza chapterhere in Karimabad, Hunza on Wednesday evening. Accompanied by Dr. Sher Afgan, former law minister and regional offices bearers of the party, she got a warm welcome from the poeople of the region. They were presented a Hunza's traditional cap and shawl as a hospitability to the guests.
Addressing the gathering she said that It gives me an immense pleasure that I had a part of an entity that made bridges between different communities to strengthen communal harmony during the last regime.
She paid tribute to former president Pervez Musharraf whom supervision gave a new life to the party to address long lasting demands of people of this region.
She said that it was Pervez Musharraf who gave them an international university, approved new district, empowed woman and gave more powers to regional assembly. She alleged that the contemporary government is taking advantage of what the last government has given to public by renaming the packages and other plans. She said we observe that many new parties have enter the region through parachute to get vote of people to fulfil their own interests. "They have nothing to do with the eridication of miseries of the poor but came with their vested interests," she added. She asked these parties that where were those during last sixty years who are tempeting the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan. " From where should I start to count our services during the tenure, ranging from KIU to introduction of modern telecome facilities. And Musharraf reign was remarkable as it gave power to voiceless people," she further added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza, she said that Rai Rematullah Khan has brought the party flag to the life due to his popularity. She alleged that the stage has been set to rigg the coming eletions to benefit their party. When VoH asked whether she has any evidence of such thing she said that she has informed Prime Minister about the situation. She warned that if the same thing happens then she is ready to challenge the status of election process in competent court.
Doctor Sher Afgan also praised the previous regime for public centred policies. He compared the today's inflation rate saying today you can get a flour sack at Rs.3000 was available at Rs.2000 during their reign. He said that what makes former president Pervez Musharraf unique among other presidents after Z.A.Bhutto is his sprit of service to the people of oppressed regions. He praised Musharraf for allowing assemblies to complete their tenure-an example hardly found in our polical history adding he faced every threat from extremist elements but never scared.
He alleged the contemporary government saying inappropriate policies and lack of attention to public sufferings that ruined the country. He also criticised on ineffective role of government officials to asses the conditionalities in Kerry Lugar Bill before its approval. He said that opposition parties including our party will reject and challenge certain claused against our sovereiGnty. "USA wants to mortage our security, has eyes on our nuclear assest and wants to execute Qadeer Khan, our national hero which the nation will never allow to happen," he added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza that in presence of more than dozen of political parties in the region will it be able to get a due share in cabinet through coming elections, he said that the party has completed necessary home work vis-a-vis coming elections; the party will gain mejority in house based on past performance in the region adding that they are working on a comprehensive strategy that will help to empower the people and remember the work of the party in the next generations.
The gathering was also addressed by Salman Arif, former Chairman district Karimabad and Altit and Rehmatullah, the ticket holder of Pakistan Muslim League (Q) in coming elections. Speaking to the public gathering he reiterated the good performance and role of Pervez Musharraf government in socio-economic development of the region. A Youth from Karimabad paid his tribute for the remarkable work of Musharraf in his peom.
Rehmat ullah in his speech elaborated the reason that forced him to accept the ticket of the party due to his public walfare spirit since childhood. He requested the participants to cast their vote to a candidate who want to get a chance to serve masses.
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Shehryar Khan backs from Shimshal tour
VOH Monitor
Hunza,KARIM ABAD, November 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Prince Shehryar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) finished his election campaign tour of Shimshal valley, Gojal.People of Shimshal have ensured support to Shehryar and promised to voter for him on electio date for being more educated, intelligant and rational person.
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PML (Q) annouces its 30 point based agenda for the next five years
Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced its 24 point menifesto for the coming tenure. The points include following areas.
Efforts to be made to give provincial status or resembles to that of Azad Kashmir
To appoint local governor and Chief minister for the assembly under new reform package
To give right of representation in bi-cameral legislature
Transfer of complete authorities from KANA to local administration
To ensure ppointment of local officials in the local administration
Reforms to be brought to ensure speedy and inexepensive justice to the people
Establishment of High Court and increment in number of judges in
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
Efforts to be made to bring improvement in system
In health sector, BHU facilities to be provided on union level; hospitals to equiped with modern facilities and respective staff
Illiteracy rate to be reduced by 85 percent in region
In education sector, construction of a primary school for every cluster or settlement; construction of separate female colleges
Contruction of a medical and engineering college;
Addition of new departments in Karakorum International University; establishment of regional campus in Baltistan
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patronization of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
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PML (Q) highlights its accomplishments of last five years in the region
VoH Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced formally about its last five years performance in the region. The press release provided by the party includes following major points:
Gilgit-Baltistan council was empowered to legislate its laws
Woman representation in house was enhanced by six seats
Chief Executive was made answerable to befor the members of house
Powers were trasfered from KANA division to Chief Secretary
Astore was declared as district
Hunza-Nagar was notified as district
Annual development budget was increased to seventy million; first ever provided fifty million to each every member of the assembly
Sadpara lake project was complete in proposed time period; construction work initiated after forrmal ficibility report
Naltar Hyderal power project with the capacity of 18 M.W completed
4.M.W. Hyderal power project along with a generator of 8.M.W was provided to Gilgit-Baltistan
Programme procession and preservation of local fruits was initiated
Construction work of KIU, 12 colleges and 92 primary schools were completed
Medical and Engg. universities were approved from authorities
In health sector 84 dispensaries were established; District head quarter hospitals in Hunza, Nagar,Chilas and Astore were completed
Telecome sector was patronized to start operations in the region; Introduced Fiber optics first ever in the past history
Expension of Karakorum High Way was initiated; Gilgt-Baltistan road was completed in time
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HRSO holds inter colleges quiz competition on Gender Rights, Gender Based Violation;
Participants highlighted the today woman's problems in her life
VoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.03: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hyderabad Rural Support Organization (HRSO) with the technical support of Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) organized one day inter colleges quiz competition on 3rd November, 2009 in F.G.Girls college auditorium, Karimabad, Hunza. The programme started with the name of Allah almighty followed by naat sharif.
The participants were among F.G.Girls Inter college, Karimabad, F.G.Boys degree college Ali abad and Sedna degree college Aliabad. While othe colleges are reported absent for lack of preparation.
The competition was comprised of three rounds with four question in each respectively. According to the rules and regulations the third team that gets lower score in second round was subjected to get out of competition. In second round F.G.degree college Aliabad went out of contest as it gained lowest socre. In the concluding round, F.G.Girls Inter College Karimabad was declared winner with the highest score and Sedna College was declared as runner up team.
In the last, Ms Nasreen Bagum, chief guest of the programme and Mrs. Shahida Jalal, Project director gave away trophy and medals to winner, runner up team and other participants of the competition. In the concluding speech, Mrs. Shahida Jalal, director Hyderabad Rural Support Organization said that it is a matter of immense pleasure to present such an informative programme that will bring more awareness among the young females about their rights in wakes of our lives. She thanked Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) for its technical support to organize the event to educate youth. Zero convention of Human rights ensures right of employment and other facilities without any descrimination. Article 25 of Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan declares equality of citizens and prohibition of gender descrimination saying there shall be no descrimination on the basis of sex, caste and creed. Article 27 of country's constitution provides safegard against descrimination in services, religion, caste, sex and residence. Article number 34 ensures participation of woman providing that step shall be taken to ensure full participation of woman in all spheres of national life. Similarly, article 34 asserts that the promotion of social justice and eridication of social evils, ensures to promote, with special care, speedy and inexpensive justice and provision of better condition of work, abstain to be employed in vacations unsuited to their ages, sex and maternity benefits for woman in employment. It is petty to see the violation of basic human rights rather to ponder on gender in this back ward region.
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Severe cold grips Hunza; Trees wear yellow-red dress as the leaves turn pale; demand of warm clothes increasedVoH Report
HUNZA, HYDERABAD, Nov. 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hunza is under sever coldness since last two weeks with the commencement of automn season like other areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Temperature has considerably dropped in Hunza and outskirts ahead of winter during the night. For the last couple of weeks due to drastic change in temperature, leaves of the trees have pailed to yellow. The lowest temperature recorded in Hunza and surrounding has been 8 to 10 degree centigrade during the night. In some areas, murcury dropped yesterday to seven degree centigrade. Consequently, the crowds of people are observed on second hand cloth selling shops.
Crowed of customers can be observed on shops selling warm clothes in Hunza. On the other hand price of second hand items both cloths and over coat have sky rocketed due to increae in demand of cheap warm clothes and reduction in value of Pakistani rupee during last three years.
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Zafar Waqar Taj appointed as Deputy Commissioner
Hunza – NagarVoH Watch
HUNZA, November 6: According to media sources Zafar Waqar Taj has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner Hunza – Nagar district vide a notificaiton issued authorities. He has served in the department at in different areas of the region. Mr. Zafar is anintellectual and author of three famous books on poetry and nature. Public circles have expressed their hope, welcomed his appointment and expect a better future during his tenure. He is expected to take his responsibilities soon.
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Nawaz on Gilgit-Baltistan tour-A public gathering in Karimabad to show the strength in HunzaVoH News watch
SKARDU, Nov. 5: ( Shamsuddin Muhammad) According to media news, Mian Mohammad Nawaz Sharif, chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has started his election tour of Gilgit – Baltistan from Skardu.The other main leadership includes Mehtab Abbasi and Chaudhary Nisar Ali Khan among others. The scheduled electoin tour for seven districts of Gilgit – Baltistan coupled with public gatherings is expected to conclude in three days ahead.
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A renown elder passes away in Hunza; Khalifa Bulbul saw many centuries while serving the nationVoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Khalifa Bulbul, renown scholar, social worker and notable died here in Karimabad on Wednesday. He was famous for his sprit to serve humanity and despite his old age he was supposed to participate in all occasions. He left two sons:Parhat and Munajat.
A youth was also reported died of a choronic diseas cancer in Aliabad on the same day. He was undertreatment and took the last breath on Tuesday. His body was brought later to Aliabad, his home town where he was burried before thousands of people.
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I am proud to further the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan; Some parachute parties entered region with vested interests; Musharraf Government has empowered people of Gilgit-Baltistan: Mari MemonVoH Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, member National Assembly and Incharge Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Gilgit-Baltistan has said that she is proud to further the cause of the region in before the rulers.
She was addressing to a large gathering organized by Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Hunza chapterhere in Karimabad, Hunza on Wednesday evening. Accompanied by Dr. Sher Afgan, former law minister and regional offices bearers of the party, she got a warm welcome from the poeople of the region. They were presented a Hunza's traditional cap and shawl as a hospitability to the guests.
Addressing the gathering she said that It gives me an immense pleasure that I had a part of an entity that made bridges between different communities to strengthen communal harmony during the last regime.
She paid tribute to former president Pervez Musharraf whom supervision gave a new life to the party to address long lasting demands of people of this region.
She said that it was Pervez Musharraf who gave them an international university, approved new district, empowed woman and gave more powers to regional assembly. She alleged that the contemporary government is taking advantage of what the last government has given to public by renaming the packages and other plans. She said we observe that many new parties have enter the region through parachute to get vote of people to fulfil their own interests. "They have nothing to do with the eridication of miseries of the poor but came with their vested interests," she added. She asked these parties that where were those during last sixty years who are tempeting the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan. " From where should I start to count our services during the tenure, ranging from KIU to introduction of modern telecome facilities. And Musharraf reign was remarkable as it gave power to voiceless people," she further added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza, she said that Rai Rematullah Khan has brought the party flag to the life due to his popularity. She alleged that the stage has been set to rigg the coming eletions to benefit their party. When VoH asked whether she has any evidence of such thing she said that she has informed Prime Minister about the situation. She warned that if the same thing happens then she is ready to challenge the status of election process in competent court.
Doctor Sher Afgan also praised the previous regime for public centred policies. He compared the today's inflation rate saying today you can get a flour sack at Rs.3000 was available at Rs.2000 during their reign. He said that what makes former president Pervez Musharraf unique among other presidents after Z.A.Bhutto is his sprit of service to the people of oppressed regions. He praised Musharraf for allowing assemblies to complete their tenure-an example hardly found in our polical history adding he faced every threat from extremist elements but never scared.
He alleged the contemporary government saying inappropriate policies and lack of attention to public sufferings that ruined the country. He also criticised on ineffective role of government officials to asses the conditionalities in Kerry Lugar Bill before its approval. He said that opposition parties including our party will reject and challenge certain claused against our sovereiGnty. "USA wants to mortage our security, has eyes on our nuclear assest and wants to execute Qadeer Khan, our national hero which the nation will never allow to happen," he added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza that in presence of more than dozen of political parties in the region will it be able to get a due share in cabinet through coming elections, he said that the party has completed necessary home work vis-a-vis coming elections; the party will gain mejority in house based on past performance in the region adding that they are working on a comprehensive strategy that will help to empower the people and remember the work of the party in the next generations.
The gathering was also addressed by Salman Arif, former Chairman district Karimabad and Altit and Rehmatullah, the ticket holder of Pakistan Muslim League (Q) in coming elections. Speaking to the public gathering he reiterated the good performance and role of Pervez Musharraf government in socio-economic development of the region. A Youth from Karimabad paid his tribute for the remarkable work of Musharraf in his peom.
Rehmat ullah in his speech elaborated the reason that forced him to accept the ticket of the party due to his public walfare spirit since childhood. He requested the participants to cast their vote to a candidate who want to get a chance to serve masses. ___________________________
PML (Q) to re-form the government in Gilgit-Baltistan; PPP is taking advantage of the reforms of previous regime; instead of giving something to people it is taking back; elections can be rigged says Marvi MemonVoH Report
Hunza, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, incharge Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan, has said that her party will be able to form government and retain its high mandate in the coming elections. She blamed that PPP is taking advantage of packages and reforms delivered under ex-Pervez Musharaf's reign. "Instead of giving credit to our government rulling party tends to get benefit of all good work in past," she said. Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza about the strategy and future perspective she said that the rulling party is mood of rigging the elections and if it happens so, then, that will be challenged on the right platform adding she is encouraged to further the cause of the people at every forum against injustices done to the region for last many decades.HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced its 24 point menifesto for the coming tenure. The points include following areas.
Efforts to be made to give provincial status or resembles to that of Azad Kashmir
To appoint local governor and Chief minister for the assembly under new reform package
To give right of representation in bi-cameral legislature
Transfer of complete authorities from KANA to local administration
To ensure ppointment of local officials in the local administration
Reforms to be brought to ensure speedy and inexepensive justice to the people
Establishment of High Court and increment in number of judges in
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
Efforts to be made to bring improvement in system
In health sector, BHU facilities to be provided on union level; hospitals to equiped with modern facilities and respective staff
Illiteracy rate to be reduced by 85 percent in region
In education sector, construction of a primary school for every cluster or settlement; construction of separate female colleges
Contruction of a medical and engineering college;
Addition of new departments in Karakorum International University; establishment of regional campus in Baltistan
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patronization of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
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PML (Q) highlights its accomplishments of last five years in the region
VoH Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced formally about its last five years performance in the region. The press release provided by the party includes following major points:
Gilgit-Baltistan council was empowered to legislate its laws
Woman representation in house was enhanced by six seats
Chief Executive was made answerable to befor the members of house
Powers were trasfered from KANA division to Chief Secretary
Astore was declared as district
Hunza-Nagar was notified as district
Annual development budget was increased to seventy million; first ever provided fifty million to each every member of the assembly
Sadpara lake project was complete in proposed time period; construction work initiated after forrmal ficibility report
Naltar Hyderal power project with the capacity of 18 M.W completed
4.M.W. Hyderal power project along with a generator of 8.M.W was provided to Gilgit-Baltistan
Programme procession and preservation of local fruits was initiated
Construction work of KIU, 12 colleges and 92 primary schools were completed
Medical and Engg. universities were approved from authorities
In health sector 84 dispensaries were established; District head quarter hospitals in Hunza, Nagar,Chilas and Astore were completed
Telecome sector was patronized to start operations in the region; Introduced Fiber optics first ever in the past history
Expension of Karakorum High Way was initiated; Gilgt-Baltistan road was completed in time
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HRSO holds inter colleges quiz competition on Gender Rights, Gender Based Violation;
Participants highlighted the today woman's problems in her life
VoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.03: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hyderabad Rural Support Organization (HRSO) with the technical support of Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) organized one day inter colleges quiz competition on 3rd November, 2009 in F.G.Girls college auditorium, Karimabad, Hunza. The programme started with the name of Allah almighty followed by naat sharif.
The participants were among F.G.Girls Inter college, Karimabad, F.G.Boys degree college Ali abad and Sedna degree college Aliabad. While othe colleges are reported absent for lack of preparation.
The competition was comprised of three rounds with four question in each respectively. According to the rules and regulations the third team that gets lower score in second round was subjected to get out of competition. In second round F.G.degree college Aliabad went out of contest as it gained lowest socre. In the concluding round, F.G.Girls Inter College Karimabad was declared winner with the highest score and Sedna College was declared as runner up team.
In the last, Ms Nasreen Bagum, chief guest of the programme and Mrs. Shahida Jalal, Project director gave away trophy and medals to winner, runner up team and other participants of the competition. In the concluding speech, Mrs. Shahida Jalal, director Hyderabad Rural Support Organization said that it is a matter of immense pleasure to present such an informative programme that will bring more awareness among the young females about their rights in wakes of our lives. She thanked Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) for its technical support to organize the event to educate youth. Zero convention of Human rights ensures right of employment and other facilities without any descrimination. Article 25 of Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan declares equality of citizens and prohibition of gender descrimination saying there shall be no descrimination on the basis of sex, caste and creed. Article 27 of country's constitution provides safegard against descrimination in services, religion, caste, sex and residence. Article number 34 ensures participation of woman providing that step shall be taken to ensure full participation of woman in all spheres of national life. Similarly, article 34 asserts that the promotion of social justice and eridication of social evils, ensures to promote, with special care, speedy and inexpensive justice and provision of better condition of work, abstain to be employed in vacations unsuited to their ages, sex and maternity benefits for woman in employment. It is petty to see the violation of basic human rights rather to ponder on gender in this back ward region.
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Severe cold grips Hunza; Trees wear yellow-red dress as the leaves turn pale; demand of warm clothes increasedVoH Report
HUNZA, HYDERABAD, Nov. 05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hunza is under sever coldness since last two weeks with the commencement of automn season like other areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.
Temperature has considerably dropped in Hunza and outskirts ahead of winter during the night. For the last couple of weeks due to drastic change in temperature, leaves of the trees have pailed to yellow. The lowest temperature recorded in Hunza and surrounding has been 8 to 10 degree centigrade during the night. In some areas, murcury dropped yesterday to seven degree centigrade. Consequently, the crowds of people are observed on second hand cloth selling shops.
Crowed of customers can be observed on shops selling warm clothes in Hunza. On the other hand price of second hand items both cloths and over coat have sky rocketed due to increae in demand of cheap warm clothes and reduction in value of Pakistani rupee during last three years.
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Zafar Waqar Taj appointed as Deputy Commissioner
Hunza – NagarVoH Watch
HUNZA, November 6: According to media sources Zafar Waqar Taj has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner Hunza – Nagar district vide a notificaiton issued authorities. He has served in the department at in different areas of the region. Mr. Zafar is anintellectual and author of three famous books on poetry and nature. Public circles have expressed their hope, welcomed his appointment and expect a better future during his tenure. He is expected to take his responsibilities soon.
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Nawaz on Gilgit-Baltistan tour-A public gathering in Karimabad to show the strength in HunzaVoH News watch
SKARDU, Nov. 5: ( Shamsuddin Muhammad) According to media news, Mian Mohammad Nawaz Sharif, chief of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) has started his election tour of Gilgit – Baltistan from Skardu.The other main leadership includes Mehtab Abbasi and Chaudhary Nisar Ali Khan among others. The scheduled electoin tour for seven districts of Gilgit – Baltistan coupled with public gatherings is expected to conclude in three days ahead.
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A renown elder passes away in Hunza; Khalifa Bulbul saw many centuries while serving the nationVoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.05: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Khalifa Bulbul, renown scholar, social worker and notable died here in Karimabad on Wednesday. He was famous for his sprit to serve humanity and despite his old age he was supposed to participate in all occasions. He left two sons:Parhat and Munajat.
A youth was also reported died of a choronic diseas cancer in Aliabad on the same day. He was undertreatment and took the last breath on Tuesday. His body was brought later to Aliabad, his home town where he was burried before thousands of people.
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I am proud to further the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan; Some parachute parties entered region with vested interests; Musharraf Government has empowered people of Gilgit-Baltistan: Mari MemonVoH Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Marvi Memon, member National Assembly and Incharge Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Gilgit-Baltistan has said that she is proud to further the cause of the region in before the rulers.
She was addressing to a large gathering organized by Pakistan Muslim League (Q) Hunza chapterhere in Karimabad, Hunza on Wednesday evening. Accompanied by Dr. Sher Afgan, former law minister and regional offices bearers of the party, she got a warm welcome from the poeople of the region. They were presented a Hunza's traditional cap and shawl as a hospitability to the guests.
Addressing the gathering she said that It gives me an immense pleasure that I had a part of an entity that made bridges between different communities to strengthen communal harmony during the last regime.
She paid tribute to former president Pervez Musharraf whom supervision gave a new life to the party to address long lasting demands of people of this region.
She said that it was Pervez Musharraf who gave them an international university, approved new district, empowed woman and gave more powers to regional assembly. She alleged that the contemporary government is taking advantage of what the last government has given to public by renaming the packages and other plans. She said we observe that many new parties have enter the region through parachute to get vote of people to fulfil their own interests. "They have nothing to do with the eridication of miseries of the poor but came with their vested interests," she added. She asked these parties that where were those during last sixty years who are tempeting the cause of Gilgit-Baltistan. " From where should I start to count our services during the tenure, ranging from KIU to introduction of modern telecome facilities. And Musharraf reign was remarkable as it gave power to voiceless people," she further added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza, she said that Rai Rematullah Khan has brought the party flag to the life due to his popularity. She alleged that the stage has been set to rigg the coming eletions to benefit their party. When VoH asked whether she has any evidence of such thing she said that she has informed Prime Minister about the situation. She warned that if the same thing happens then she is ready to challenge the status of election process in competent court.
Doctor Sher Afgan also praised the previous regime for public centred policies. He compared the today's inflation rate saying today you can get a flour sack at Rs.3000 was available at Rs.2000 during their reign. He said that what makes former president Pervez Musharraf unique among other presidents after Z.A.Bhutto is his sprit of service to the people of oppressed regions. He praised Musharraf for allowing assemblies to complete their tenure-an example hardly found in our polical history adding he faced every threat from extremist elements but never scared.
He alleged the contemporary government saying inappropriate policies and lack of attention to public sufferings that ruined the country. He also criticised on ineffective role of government officials to asses the conditionalities in Kerry Lugar Bill before its approval. He said that opposition parties including our party will reject and challenge certain claused against our sovereiGnty. "USA wants to mortage our security, has eyes on our nuclear assest and wants to execute Qadeer Khan, our national hero which the nation will never allow to happen," he added.
Answering to a question of Voice of Hunza that in presence of more than dozen of political parties in the region will it be able to get a due share in cabinet through coming elections, he said that the party has completed necessary home work vis-a-vis coming elections; the party will gain mejority in house based on past performance in the region adding that they are working on a comprehensive strategy that will help to empower the people and remember the work of the party in the next generations.
The gathering was also addressed by Salman Arif, former Chairman district Karimabad and Altit and Rehmatullah, the ticket holder of Pakistan Muslim League (Q) in coming elections. Speaking to the public gathering he reiterated the good performance and role of Pervez Musharraf government in socio-economic development of the region. A Youth from Karimabad paid his tribute for the remarkable work of Musharraf in his peom.
Rehmat ullah in his speech elaborated the reason that forced him to accept the ticket of the party due to his public walfare spirit since childhood. He requested the participants to cast their vote to a candidate who want to get a chance to serve masses. ___________________________
PML (Q) to re-form the government in Gilgit-Baltistan; PPP is taking advantage of the reforms of previous regime; instead of giving something to people it is taking back; elections can be rigged says Marvi MemonVoH Report
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PML (Q) annouces its 30 point based agenda for the next five years Voice of Hunza Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced its 24 point menifesto for the coming tenure. The points include following areas.
Efforts to be made to give provincial status or resembles to that of Azad Kashmir
To appoint local governor and Chief minister for the assembly under new reform package
To give right of representation in bi-cameral legislature
Transfer of complete authorities from KANA to local administration
To ensure ppointment of local officials in the local administration
Reforms to be brought to ensure speedy and inexepensive justice to the people
Establishment of High Court and increment in number of judges in
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Upgradation and improvement in telecom sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
Efforts to be made to bring improvement in system
In health sector, BHU facilities to be provided on union level; hospitals to equiped with modern facilities and respective staff
Illiteracy rate to be reduced by 85 percent in region
In education sector, construction of a primary school for every cluster or settlement; construction of separate female colleges
Contruction of a medical and engineering college;
Addition of new departments in Karakorum International University; establishment of regional campus in Baltistan
In energy sector, construction of new power projets in region; improvement in current capacity
Provision of at least one job to each family
Delimitation and approval of new district and sub-divisions
Up gradation and improvement in telecoms sector
Addendum in annual development fund
Patronization of communal harmony and mutual respect
To infuse patriotism in youth and bring more awareness
Efforts to be made to patronize tourism sector
Patroniztion of trade and domestic industry to reduce poverty and unemployment
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PML (Q) highlights its accomplishments of last five years in the region
Voice of Hunza ReportHUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 04: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Pakistan Muslim League (PML) Qaid-e-Azam, Gilgit-Baltistan chapter has announced formally about its last five years performance in the region. The press release provided by the party includes following major points:
Gilgit-Baltistan council was empowered to legislate its laws
Woman representation in house was enhanced by six seats
Chief Executive was made answerable to befor the members of house
Powers were trasfered from KANA division to Chief Secretary
Astore was declared as district
Hunza-Nagar was notified as district
Annual development budget was increased to seventy million; first ever provided fifty million to each every member of the assembly
Sadpara lake project was complete in proposed time period; construction work initiated after forrmal ficibility report
Naltar Hyderal power project with the capacity of 18 M.W completed
4.M.W. Hyderal power project along with a generator of 8.M.W was provided to Gilgit-Baltistan
Programme procession and preservation of local fruits was initiated
Construction work of KIU, 12 colleges and 92 primary schools were completed
Medical and Engg. universities were approved from authorities
In health sector 84 dispensaries were established; District head quarter hospitals in Hunza, Nagar,Chilas and Astore were completed
Telecoms sector was patronized to start operations in the region; Introduced Fiber optics first ever in the past history
Expansion of Karakorum High Way was initiated; Gilgt-Baltistan road was completed in time
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Sher Afgan Niazi and Marvi Memon on Hunza election tourVoH Watch
HUNZA,KARIMABAD, November 03: Sher Afgan Niazi, former law minister accompanied Marvi Memon , MNA addressed a public gathering here at Karimabad, Hunza. They beloud the work of previous government and criticized inable leadership who used the platform of their party and changed the base for this turn. Both return Gilgit city in the late evening.
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HRSO holds inter colleges quiz competition on Gender Rights, Gender Based Voilation;
Participants highlighted the today woman's problems in her lifeVoH Watch
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov.03: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hyderabad Rural Support Organization (HRSO) with the technical support of Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) organized one day inter colleges quiz competition on 3rd November, 2009 in F.G.Girls college auditorium, Karimabad, Hunza. The programme started with the name of Allah almighty followed by naat sharif.
The participants were among F.G.Girls Inter college, Karimabad, F.G.Boys degree college Ali abad and Sedna degree college Aliabad. While othe colleges are reported absent for lack of preparation.
The competition was comprised of three rounds with four question in each respectively. According to the rules and regulations the third team that gets lower score in second round was subjected to get out of competition. In second round F.G.degree college Aliabad went out of contest as it gained lowest socre. In the concluding round, F.G.Girls Inter College Karimabad was declared winner with the highest score and Sedna College was declared as runner up team.
In the last, Ms Nasreen Bagum, chief guest of the programme and Mrs. Shahida Jalal, Project director gave away trophy and medals to winner, runner up team and other participants of the competition. In the concluding speech, Mrs. Shahida Jalal, director Hyderabad Rural Support Organization said that it is a matter of immense pleasure to present such an informative programme that will bring more awareness among the young females about their rights in wakes of our lives. She thanked Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) for its technical support to organize the event to educate youth. Zero convention of Human rights ensures right of employment and other facilities without any descrimination. Article 25 of Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan declares equality of citizens and prohibition of gender descrimination saying there shall be no descrimination on the basis of sex, caste and creed. Article 27 of country's constitution provides safegard against descrimination in services, religion, caste, sex and residence. Article number 34 ensures participation of woman providing that step shall be taken to ensure full participation of woman in all spheres of national life. Similarly, article 34 asserts that the promotion of social justice and eridication of social evils, ensures to promote, with special care, speedy and inexpensive justice and provision of better condition of work, abstain to be employed in vacations unsuited to their ages, sex and maternity benefits for woman in employment. It is pitty to see the voilation of basic human rights rather to ponder on gender in this back ward region.
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No any tax to be imposed in Gilgit-Baltistan; Custom unpaid vehicles to be regularised soon; many complaints recived in B.I.S.P:Ch. ManzoorVoH Watch
SKARDU, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Chaudhry Manzoor, incharge election cell Pakistan Peoples Party, Baltistan has said that no tax will be imposed on masses in new setup under governance reform package, 2009. He said that the custom unpaid vehicles will be regulized through registration. Briefing to journalists the said that Gilgit-Baltistan, being a backward region the federal government has no intension to bring the people under the burden of heavy tax net. He said that upcoming elections will be fully fair and transparent to avoid any objection of rigging. He warned the government of legal proceeding against them if they were found involved in election compains for any candidate.
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I am driven by patriotism and walfare spirit;The voters to support his visionPrince Shehar Yar Khan
VoH Report
HUNZA, KARIMABAD, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) I am driven by patriotism and walfare spirit and want to satisfy the people with smart work during my tenure; I will be able to show my performance if they vote him to support his vision for a tangible development. These views were expressed by Prince Shehar Yar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) to a public gathering at Khana abad, on Monday evening. He said that his family, during their tenure has delivered many projects for the area and he will try to do more than they expect if they vote him to make the dream to serve them in future. " I have left my job and other perks to get a chance to lead them to address their demands. He promissed to construct a sports stadium and a girls inter college for lower Hunza (Shinaki). People of the area assured to extend their support through their vote to him in the election.
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B.I.S.P. is IMF and World bank's sponsored fund not of PPP; Ruling party is exploiting by using it for vote bank: Majeedullah
VoH Report
Hunza, KARIMABAD, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Benazir Income Support Programme is a project sponsored by International Monitory Fund and World Bank and the rulling party should avoid using it to get votes from the people of Hunza. These views were expressed by Majeedullah, Chairman Union council, Karimabad, Hunza. He was addressing a large public gathering here at, Domat Diramishal, during his speech during the visit of Sheharyar Khan, candidate of Pakistan Muslim League (N) vis-a-vis his election compaign. He alleged that he has distributed the income support forms to nominate the legitimate families while the rulling party has done this for its own interest.
Independance day was celebrated in Gilgit-Baltistan; Speakers stressed for greater communal harmony, unification and mutual respectVoH Watch
GILGIT, Nov. 02: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) People of Gilgit-Baltistan celeberated independance day with national spirit and patriotism to comemorate the valour, fortitude and sacrifice to absolve the region from imperial powers.
The main event was held in Gari Bagh in which speakers paid their tribute to all our heroes laid their loves for the noble cause.
Month-October 2009
Strong opposition of Gojal youth, Noor Muhammad returns with loose heart
VoH Monitoring Desk
BY:Shamsuddin Mummamad
GULMIT,GOJAL, Oct.31: Noor Muhammamad, a candidate of All Hunza Action Committee (AHAC) who has been on his election compaigns had a scheduled visit to Gojal to convince for vote. Yet, today's incident shows the circumstances prove unfavorable for him. Accompanied by many figures in his support he arrived at Gulmit, the Gojal's headquarter in afternoon. He was unable to attract a large number of people for the procession. As Noor Muhammad started his speech, a group of youngsters chanted slogans against him and the party.He choose to stop his sppeech and and wrap up the public meeting immediately. Nevertheless, he said that he is planning a remarkable political gathering of All Hunza Action Committee (AHAC) shortly in Gulmit to show his strength ahead poles.
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Ghulam Abbas joins MQM in Gojal
VoH Watch
Oct.20-31
GULMIT, October 31: (Shamsuddin Mummamad) According to some reliable source, Ghulam Abbas, who failed earlier to get ticket from PPP announced quitting his Pakistan Poeple party and joined Mutahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), withdrew in favor of Kamil Jan infront of a lagrge gathering of people of Gojal valley.
Sources say that it will benefit Kamil jan who has succeeded to break many people including veterans of many federalist parties including PPP and PML (Qa) and Nawaz. Kamil Jan has beloud favourable response of the people towards Mutahida Qaumi Movement. Talking to media he said, "irrespective of whether or not he wins the polls, he will serve the region as a son of the soil". He asserted that the party has check and balance system that makes one answerable to his voters and to his party leadership". He said that he in favor of demand for three seats for Hunza. Pointing to difficulties faced by students of the region in obtaining admissions in different educational institutions he said that his party will help ensure that no discriminatory policies are formulated against the students of Area.
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Free trade zone among the fourteen points manifesto of MQMDemands public representation in national assembly and Senate;
establishment and upgradation of educational institutions, betterment in basic health
facilities; new power projects in Hunza
VoH Monitoring desk
Hunza, October 29: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Mutahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) announced a fourteen point based manifesto for the upcoming election of ilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly in a public gathering in a local hotel here at Karimabad, Hunza on Wednesday evening. The speakers wereamong Sufian Yousuf, Abdul Khaliq Balooch and Abid Zaiidi of Provincial Coordination Committee. Prioritizing education as one of the most important part of the manifesto, it has demanded establishment and upgradation of both existing and new institutions in the region. Similarly, in both health and energy sector, MQM announced to establish new health facilities and power projects in Hunza. These points include:
representation of the people of Gilgit-Baltistan in National Assembly and Senate
up-gradation of Hunza subdivision to District
two additional seats for Hunza in GBLA
Prioritising announced to upgrade F.G Upgradation of degree College
Upgradation of Aliabad to Engineering College
Upgrading F.G Girls inter college Karimabad to Degree College
Establishment of Inter College in Gojal
Establishment of Cadet College in Shinaki
increment in qouta for the students of Gilgit-Baltistan in educationalistitutions across the contry
Establishment of Agro-technical college in Hunza
Establishment of a 20-bed hospital in Gojal
Establishment of new power station
supply of subsidised LPG gas
To declare Hunza as free trade zone in trade sector
On party level an advisory comprised of board of educated youth and notables was proposed to address issues of youth. Speaking to the gathering, Sufian Yousuf, an MPA from F.B. Area, Karachi claimed that MQM is the only platform for the poor people of Gilgit-Baltistan to raise their voices against the oppressions in both houses. He said our manifesto seeks ‘Empowerment for all’ and it struggles for about 98% population of the country.
He announced for planning the institutional mechanisms of the party in Hunza soon after the election. While Abid Zaidi, member provincial coordination committee comparing sufferigns of Urdu speaking thinicity with the people of Gilgit-Baltistan said that MQM will provide the platform to address all major issues. Abdul Kahliq Balooch vowed to back the efforts of Kamil Jan in Hunza.
Kamil Jan, the candidate of MQM from Hunza criticised former representatives saying he is going to contest the election with a mission to serve the people. “Having no educational qualification, my honest struggle taught me a lot to lead the people and serve them”, he further added. He rejected the allegations of pouring huge money to attract voters saying no one is so poor to sell his will.
On the other hand Neeknam Karim of PPP announced formally to join MQM for he thinks it a more appropriate platform to adress issues of area. He alleged party leadership for expliotation of merit and inefficiencies with in the party. The domestic resultant furstration cuased by poor performance of federal parties have left no place to join new parties to voice against injustices with the region. Nevertheless, it has been observed that politics was a dirty game and has had least consideration for poor as seasonal birds in past have shown by appearing in elections only and disappear from the people.
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Month-September 2009
Sincere leadership is the need of hour, Visaless access of Hunzais top priority; Hunza to be made commercial hub by making it free trade zone
says: Raja Shehbaz Khan VOH Monitor
HUNZA, Hyderabad, October 27: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Raja Shehbaz Khan, an independant candidate for LA-6 in comming elections has said that the sincere leadership to address issues of the region is need of the hour. He was addressing to a public gathering followed by inuagration of electio compaign office at Hyderabad.He criticized government for for its biased policies saying we have been neglecting and descriminating people of Hunza in government jobs despite having better and relevant qualifications for many decades. we have not even a single assistant commission in the whole region. " I am not like one who gets hotter for some time and loose the courage; I will stand for additional representation, increment in qouta and visa free access of people of Hunza to China with mere Computerized national identity card. He said that he is going to sign an agreement to a Chinese firm to establish an internationally bound trade center in Hunza proper that will in turn generate employment for the youth of the region." I shall try to bring experts along with modernequipments with the consent of the people to unearth the precious minerals from our mountains that will indirectly play a role in well being of the people ", he added.
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Traiters will lose the poles: says Noor MuhammadVoice of Hunza Watch
GILGIT, Oct.26: Noor Muhammad, candidate of All Hunza Action Committee (AHAC) has said that triters will lose the opportunity in coming elections. Talking to media persons he said that all federalist Parties have proved complete failure and were confined to their own interests. He said that people of Hunza will vote him to teach the lesson to those who hood winked them in past. He warned government if it use tactics to rig the pols of harsh consequences.
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Peple should support a rationale leader who has left every thing for them:Mir Ghazanfar AliWell educated leadership can only cope future challenges: Prince Shehar Yar Khan
VOH Monitor
HUNZA,HYDERABAD, Oct. 24: Prince Sheharyar Khan, son of former Chief Executive Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan and the candidate contesting for upcoming elections with the ticket of Muslim League Nawaz has said that only well educated and rationale leadership can bring the nation out of troubles and sufferings.
Shehar Yar Khan who has geared up his election compaigns reached Khurukushal in a form of a rally. Addressing followed by inauguration of compaing office at famous Titanic Hotle spot accompanied by his father Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan and Rani Atiqa, he said that I have entered the field to struggle for the rights of the people of Hunza.
"I am proud of bieng a Hunzai who have an inspirational historical back ground in the region", he added. He said that today due to unemployment, hundreds of youth are without jobs; that created depression and sense of deprivation." A comprehensive work is underway to address the issues the people on priority basis, he added. Mir Ghazanfar Ali Khan and Rani Atiqa called on the people to support him as he is well educated who left his job, has parliamentary experience and keen to serve people of this region.
Mr. Ghazanfar said, Prince Shehar Yar was intellegent and had a political mind we hope that the people of Hunza would elect him with a huge margin of votes. He confidently asserted that was a suitable candidate for the position of regional governor of the region and considered him self betterly experienced person with the highest rank as Chief Executive in past. He further said that he won more than eight times and served in capacity of as member and higher levels adding he has had better relations both with bearocracy and political figures that made every task for him possible. He rejected the allegations that he has had created obstacles in their projects and funds and said to ask them even meet a deputy commissioner with out my recommendation. " There was never a scandal against him and involved in corruption and equally respected by all sects being a neutral person in the region", he added. He also said that there was a need of constituences in Hunza, Ghizar, Diamar and Shiger.
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Wazir Baig vows to adhere his commitment to diliver multi projectsVOH Watch
HUNZA,HYDERABAD,Oct.24:(Shamsuddin Muhammad) Wazir Baig, candidate from Pakistan People's Party (PPP) while addressing following inauguration of compaign office asserted that despite his will to nominate any young person, the respective committee has trusted him again to contest the election. He said that it is beauty of democracy that today different candidates are contesting elections from different parties.
He said," I am pleased to see that our new generation has got more political awarness evident from their inception into the struggle for the rights of the region through participating in elections." He promised the people of Hyderabad to deliver many projects to this area that has been left backward for unseen reasons. He ensured the people to establish a Basic Heal Unit (BHU) if he win the elction, immidiately.
He reiterated to adhere with the slogans of his party to deliver Roti, Kapra and Makaan and vowed to deliver new projects for the area. Answering to a question that candidates from both Karimabad and Aliabad have already won elections many times in past but not a single has nominated so far to contest elections thus sandwitched the area without any remarkable development except few link roads and educational institutions with the help of NGOs he said that he will focus his attention on Hyderabad if he wins the election in days to come. He urged the people to know the worth of their vote and cast it for the right one whether that is he or some one, an individual who can deliver.
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Political Activities gain momentum in HunzaVoH watch
HUNZA,HYDERABAD, Oct.23: (Shamsuddin Muhammad)Like the other parts of Gilgit Baltistan, political activities have gain momentum in different areas of Hunza namely Karimabad, Hyderabad, Altit, Shiskat, Aliabad, Hasanabad, Murtazaabad, Gulmit, Nasirabad, Hussainabad, Mayone, Khyber, Sost, Misgar and other areas of Gojal. Candidates contesting election from different political parties have started their election compaigns to convince poeple for respective support. One of the vital difference in current and the past elections is presence of more than a dozen of candidates, though many seasonal birds with different party backgrounds is confusing people to whom they should vote for.
PM to Visit GB in October
GILGIT, Sep 29: (Shamsuddin Muahammad) Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani is starting his scheduled visit to Gilgit Baltistan amid tense due to carnage occured two days earlier that turned area in fear and choas following a bomb explosion in a stationery shop leaving many dead while others critically injured in the heart of city. It is a visit of any primerier with a span of many years vitnessing sectarianism roits. Hidden hands seems to distort communal harmony to benefit those all elements who want to avert the demand of people for their due rights.
It is expected that Prime Minister will make some announce of importance including the approval of Hunza-Nagar distict still waiting for formal approval. Media sources told VOH that people of Hunza in general and the PPP Hunza chapter is earnestly waiting for approval of additional representation through Prime Minster. If this happens really then PPP will able to regain its popularity observed declining gradually.
HUNDREDS OF YOUTH OUTBURST OVER GOVERNMENT'S IGNORANCE;URGE STOP DEPRIVATION, BESTOW BASIC RIGHTS TO THE PEOPLE; RULERS WERE CRITICIZED FOR HOODWINKING PEOPLE IN THE NAME OF SO CALLED REFORM PACKAGES
VoH Weekly
Sep 24-30
Protesters chanted slogans aginst the ignorance of the federal government towards the deprivation of masses except making decisions under the suggestions of a spacific group. Addressing to the participants, speakers condemn the attitude of contemporary government; called on to stop hoodwinking and deluding people in the name of rhetoricians. Speakers highlighted the sacrifices of inhabitants of Hunza valley and Gilgit Gilgit-Baltistan for the country and lamented the fact that the state of Pakistan was least interested in welfare of the people, as manifested by the delaying tactics used in case of Hunza’s demand for increased representation in GBLA. Addressing to the protest, Mr. Mansoor, president Hunza action committee said that today where tourism day is celebrated across the world for natural beauty of a valley like Hunza our rulers should also little about the problems faced by the inhabitants. He asked Islamabad that what was the reason behind dissolution for Additional distric Hunza within four years." Islamabad has overlooked the people of the region and left them with false promises. How can we call ourselves Pakistanis if we do not have right of vote, " he added. He qouted his poem : I beg for a single seat not for the president ship I have not begged liberty mere a single seat. Talking to media persons he said that now media has a big say and role in resolution of public issues so the people of Hunza invite media to highlight out legitimate cause to induce authorities in this regard. 
On the occasion, Aslam Barcha said that history is evident that Hunza has shaken the world when it rose in past against injustices. While Noor Muhammad in his speech alleged government and agencies for distablizing region by infusing secratarianism in peaceful Gilgit-Baltistan. He thanked participants who gathered and participated for national cause. 
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KARACHI,Sep 27: (Shamsuddin Muhammad) Hundreds of youth living at different localities in city gathered at Lasbela Chowk on Monday to record voice against injustices of federal government towards Gilgit Baltistan in general and Hunza in particular. A raily took the participants to Karachi Press Club to stage protest demonstration. Participants holding banners that quote " Kaira we do not accept your codes, Jeeyeh-Jeeyeh(long live ) Hunza , No to single seat ".
Protesters chanted slogans aginst the ignorance of the federal government towards the deprivation of masses except making decisions under the suggestions of a spacific group. Addressing to the participants, speakers condemn the attitude of contemporary government; called on to stop hoodwinking and deluding people in the name of rhetoricians. Speakers highlighted the sacrifices of inhabitants of Hunza valley and Gilgit Gilgit-Baltistan for the country and lamented the fact that the state of Pakistan was least interested in welfare of the people, as manifested by the delaying tactics used in case of Hunza’s demand for increased representation in GBLA. Addressing to the protest, Mr. Mansoor, president Hunza action committee said that today where tourism day is celebrated across the world for natural beauty of a valley like Hunza our rulers should also little about the problems faced by the inhabitants. He asked Islamabad that what was the reason behind dissolution for Additional distric Hunza within four years." Islamabad has overlooked the people of the region and left them with false promises. How can we call ourselves Pakistanis if we do not have right of vote, " he added. He qouted his poem : I beg for a single seat not for the president ship I have not begged liberty mere a single seat. Talking to media persons he said that now media has a big say and role in resolution of public issues so the people of Hunza invite media to highlight out legitimate cause to induce authorities in this regard. 
On the occasion, Aslam Barcha said that history is evident that Hunza has shaken the world when it rose in past against injustices. While Noor Muhammad in his speech alleged government and agencies for distablizing region by infusing secratarianism in peaceful Gilgit-Baltistan. He thanked participants who gathered and participated for national cause. 
Similarly Khosh jan criticised rulers for depriving them of propotionate representation the vary foundation of democratic processes. He alleged that federal government in general and Qamar Zaman Kaira, a alien governor is giving way to create Hunza the next Waziristan. He warned authorities that people of Hunza will go beyond limits if they are kept on lies without any tengible out come of their agitation against attrocities. In the last participants dispersed peacefully for their homes.
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Section-144 in Gilgit; pillion riding banned
VOH Watch
Sep 24-30
GILIGIT, Sep. 27: Authorities have banned pillion riding in Gilgit city by imposing section-144 while all the arms licenses have been cancelled. Police has arrested 8 people on charges of rioting. District Majistrate Gilgit imposed section-144 in the city following the bomb blast and riots in Gilgit, banning pillion riding besides canceling all the arms licenses.
It may be mentioned here that a man was killed in a bomb blast occurred here at Airport Road on Saturday. Riots followed in the city and two policemen and a 13 year old boy were also killed when unknown men opened fire at them. Geo News reports that at least Four people, including two policemen, were on Saturday shot dead in various incidents of violence in Gilgit following a blast in a local bookshop, officials said. They said the explosives were placed in a bookstore in a busy market in Gilgit and the explosion killed one and injured four people. App
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