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Talented Artist and PDD Assistant Engineer Tufail Qureshi Showcases Exquisite Wooden Carvings at Bait-ul-Meeras, Srinagar

Srinagar, June 13: A captivating exhibition of wooden carvings created by noted artist and Assistant Engineer in the Power Development Department (PDD), Tufail Qureshi, was inaugurated today at Bait-ul-Meeras, Aali Kadal, Srinagar.

Tufail Qureshi, whose artistic talent is widely admired, has beautifully reflected the rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship of Kashmir through his remarkable wooden artworks. His creations have attracted art lovers, cultural enthusiasts, and visitors from different walks of life, who appreciated the intricate detailing and creativity displayed in each piece.

The exhibition is being hosted at Bait-ul-Meeras, a renowned center dedicated to preserving and promoting Kashmir's heritage through the efforts of the HELP Foundation. The venue has long sved as an important platform for showcasing traditional Kashmiri art, culture, and craftsmanship.

Visitors attending the exhibition expressed admiration for Tufail Qureshi's dedication to preserving traditional art forms while presenting them with a unique artistic vision. His work stands as a testament to the rich legacy of Kashmiri woodcraft and the immense talent present within the Valley.

The exhibition will continue tomorrow, offering the public another opportunity to witness the exceptional wooden carvings and artistic excellence of Tufail Qureshi.

D2CIA Welcomes Government’s Progressive Push for Ease of Doing Business and Industrial Reforms in Jammu & Kashmir

The D2CIA has lauded the proactive initiative of the Government of Jammu & Kashmir for engaging with industry stakeholders on key issues related to Ease of Doing Business, industrial reforms, and investment promotion in the Union Territory.

D2CIA appreciates the government’s consultative approach in bringing together leading trade and industry bodies to discuss policy reforms aimed at accelerating economic growth and industrial development in Jammu & Kashmir.

The association particularly welcomed the following key highlights emerging from the deliberations:

* Focus on strengthening the Ease of Doing Business ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir.
* Emphasis on introducing a modern and investor-friendly industrial policy.

Highlighting the concerns and suggestions from the industry perspective, *Haya Qazi Vice President, D2CIA Kashmir* stated:

1. Relaxation in yearly NOCs for women-owned and women-run educational institutions.
2. Strengthening the digital infrastructure, as government portals remain non-functional most of the time.
3. Timely disbursement of credit and incentives to businesses to reduce operational costs and financial burden.
4. NOCs should be issued within a stipulated timeframe.

D2CIA stated that such collaborative initiatives reflect the government’s commitment towards creating a transparent, growth-oriented, and business-friendly environment in Jammu & Kashmir.

The association further expressed confidence that these reforms will strengthen investor sentiment, encourage industrial expansion, generate employment opportunities for youth, and position Jammu & Kashmir as an emerging destination for trade, tourism, manufacturing, and innovation.

D2CIA reaffirmed its full support to the government and assured active cooperation in all future initiatives aimed at economic development and sustainable industrial growth in the region.

Issued by:
D2CIA

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