Arrangements finalised for JKSSB constable exam in Kishtwar, Kathua, Rajouri

Kishtwar/ Kathua/Rajouri/ Poonch, Nov 28: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar Rajesh Kumar Shavan Thursday finalised the arrangements for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) examination for recruitment of constables scheduled to be held on December 1, 2024, from 12 noon to 2 pm.

It was informed that a total of 5873 aspirants are expected to appear for the exam across 19 centres. To ensure a fair and seamless process, two flying squads led by ACR and CPO along with 19 Duty Magistrates, 19 Superintendents, 8 Deputy Superintendents, and 50 Frisking Supervisors have been deployed to facilitate the examination.

The DC reviewed the overall preparedness, including the provision of adequate seating arrangements, heating, lighting, sanitation, transportation, and security at all examination centers.

Centre Superintendents, Deputy Superintendents, and Heads of Institutions were sensitised about their crucial roles in exam preparations.

The meeting was attended by ADC Pawan Kotwal; ASP N A Khoja; JKSSB member Pritam Lal Thappa (District Coordinator); Centre Superintendents, Deputy Superintendents, Frisking Supervisors, and other concerned staff.

Meanwhile, DC Kathua Rakesh Minhas chaired a detailed meeting with all stakeholders to ensure the smooth and transparent conduct of the upcoming JKSSB examination for the recruitment of JKP constables scheduled on December 1, 2024.

Around 16,500 candidates are expected to appear for the JKP constable recruitment examination. The JKSSB has set up 38 examination centres across the district to accommodate the candidates.

DC Kathua discussed protocols for handling examination materials, including their secure collection from JKSSB, safe storage at the District Treasury, and timely distribution to all 38 designated examination centres. Emphasis was laid on maintaining strict security measures throughout the process.

To ensure a safe and organised examination, Minhas directed the ASP to deploy adequate police personnel at all examination centres for security and frisking.

The ASP was also asked to take the services of ASHA workers to assist in frisking female candidates.

He was also asked to enhance security arrangements at the District Treasury for safeguarding examination materials.

Duty Magistrates were instructed to oversee the smooth entry of candidates into the centres, ensuring that there were no delays while maintaining strict compliance with frisking protocols and other standard procedures.

Center Superintendents were advised to visit their respective centres well in advance and finalize the seating arrangements to prevent any last-minute disruptions.

It was informed that carrying mobile phones would be strictly prohibited inside the examination centres both for candidates and staff.

Arrangements will be made to securely store the mobile devices of staff during the exam period.

To ensure smooth vehicular movement and prevent congestion, the Traffic Police will deploy personnel around the examination centres to regulate traffic.

The entire examination process will be conducted under stringent security measures, including videography of critical aspects, to ensure transparency and accountability.

Minhas called upon all officers involved to maintain real-time communication and report any incidents promptly to ensure the examination process is conducted fairly and without interruptions.

DC Rajouri Abhishek Sharma also chaired a high-level meeting here in Dak Bungalow, to review and finalise arrangements for the smooth conduct of the OMR-based written examination for the recruitment of Constables being organized by the JKSSB.