Page 11 - Informatics_January_2025

From the States

• Secure Authentication: OTP verification inte- non-discrimination among bidders, provides Key features include area calculations, PDF
grated with the SANDESH App ensures secure and free access to tender documents, and facilitates generation, and a secure payment gateway.
verified bookings. secure bid submission and opening from any This system balances tourism growth with
• RESTful API Integration: Facilitates seamless location. Key features include bidder and environmental preservation, ensuring transparent
functionality with platforms like UMANG, en- government official registration, tender creation and accountable operations while addressing the
abling OTP verification, dynamic dropdowns, and and publishing, bid encryption, multi-cover bid needs of users and administrators.
booking status updates. systems, online bid submission and withdrawal, The OBPS reflects the PDA’s commitment to
The system is built using advanced technol- and automatic financial bid evaluation. With fostering responsible development in Pahalgam,
ogies, including the DotNet Framework 4.7, IIS robust security measures like two-factor safeguarding its natural and cultural heritage.
10.0, and Microsoft SQL Server Management Stu- authentication with digital signatures, role-based
dio 19. These technologies ensure the platform’s access, and bid encryption, GePNIC ensures a Infrastructure and Networking
scalability, security, and accessibility, delivering secure and reliable procurement process. NIC Connectivity Augmentation
a seamless and efficient booking experience for As of November 30, 2024, 7,90,859 tenders The NIC Connectivity Augmentation project in
both departmental users and citizens. worth ₹2,47,629.45 crores have been floated. Jammu and Kashmir enhances NIC/NKN network
Jammu and Kashmir achieved the No. 1 position
HADP in October 2024 and No. 2 in November 2024 infrastructure, delivering resilient, high-speed,
https://hadp.jk.gov.in among all States/UTs in the number of online and cost-effective connectivity, even in remote
The Holistic Agriculture Development tenders floated, reflecting the system’s impact districts.
Programme (HADP), a flagship initiative of the and efficiency. • Bandwidth Upgrade: From 34 Mbps to 100
Government of Jammu and Kashmir, is designed Employment Portal Mbps in 10 districts.
to transform the region’s agricultural economy. https://jakemp.nic.in • Redundant Connectivity: Dual ISP links with
Developed by NIC JKUT, the program integrates 29 The Employment Portal bridges the gap between BSNL, RailTel, and PGCIL to minimize downtime.
projects across Horticulture, Crop and Livestock job seekers and employers, offering a unified • Triangle Topology Design: Ensures high avail-
Husbandry, with 135+ activities supported by platform to meet their respective needs efficiently. ability and optimized performance with pairwise
a robust, multi-tier scrutiny mechanism for It enables job seekers to register seamlessly, district connectivity.
efficient implementation. access job notifications, and apply online, while This initiative supports 24x7 reliable connectiv-
With secure authentication modules and employers can post vacancies, search for skilled ity, aligning with modern operational standards.
advanced bank integration, HADP facilitates candidates, and manage recruitment processes.
post-approval loan disbursement and seamless Key Objectives Events Organized
subsidy allocation, ensuring financial efficiency. • Create a dynamic portal for the Labour and The NIC Jammu & Kashmir hosted several
To date, over 2 lakh farmers have registered, Employment Department. notable events in 2024, including the 10th
with 3.5 lakh applications received and 2.7 lakh • International Yoga Day at SKICC on 21st June,
Connect job seekers and employers on a single
approvals granted. platform. and the Viksit Bharat - Viksit J&K program on
The HADP leverages advanced technologies,
including the DotNet Framework 4.7, IIS 10.0, • Provide job notifications in one place for easy 7th March. The Thana Diwas Event took place on
1st July, while specialized training sessions were
and Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio access. conducted on MedLeaPR and Next Gen eHospital
19, to provide a unified platform for farmers, • Facilitate online grievance registration and systems. Additionally, the Phase II launch of the
entrepreneurs, and government users. This robust NOC applications. SATHI Portal was inaugurated by the Director
system ensures transparency and scalability, • Offer online employment cards for job seekers. of Agriculture Kashmir in the presence of the
supporting efficient agricultural governance. This portal also empowers the department HOD of Agriculture NIC HQ, highlighting NIC’s
Future enhancements include integration with with tools to analyze the unemployment scenario commitment to technological advancements and
citizen-centric applications and the addition effectively, improving information dissemination community engagement.
of new activities to further boost agricultural and decision-making.
productivity and welfare in Jammu and Kashmir. Way Forward
OBPS With RTI Online and Pension Suvidha as
GePNIC https://obps-pdapahalgam.nic.in future-focused initiatives, NIC J&K aims to ensure
The Government e-Procurement System of The Online Building Permission System seamless e-Governance by enhancing user
NIC (GePNIC) in Jammu and Kashmir, accessible (OBPS), developed by NIC JKUT, modernizes and experiences, integrating related services, and
at https://jktenders.gov.in, is an advanced streamlines the building permission process building capacity among stakeholders. RTI Online
online platform designed to streamline all for the Pahalgam Development Authority (PDA). will focus on simplified navigation, grievance
stages of the procurement process. GePNIC Pahalgam, a major tourist destination in Kashmir, portal integration, and actionable analytics, while
transforms traditional procurement into an accounts for over 70% of the valley’s tourist Pension Suvidha will prioritize post-retirement
economical, transparent, and secure system, flow, necessitating sustainable infrastructure services, mobile accessibility, and automated
promoting fairness, competition, and efficiency. development. notifications. By leveraging innovation and cross-
Its generic design allows easy adoption for Built on the ASP.NET MVC framework with departmental collaboration, NIC J&K is poised
various procurement needs, particularly for a secure SQL Server database, OBPS ensures to deliver scalable, citizen-centric solutions and
works-related tenders. The system ensures modularity, scalability, and user convenience. drive digital transformation in the Union Territory.

Table 2.1 : Employment portal stats
Name of No. of Service Min. Days Average days
service registrations availed of delivery of delivery Contact for more details
Job Seekers registered 370279 344613 1 3 State Informatics Officer
NIC Jammu and Kashmir UT Centre
NOC Issued 16742 16539 1 8 NB-12 Mini Secretariat, Civil Secretariat
Jammu (J&K) - 180001
Employers registered 616 NA NA NA Email: sio-jk@nic.in, Phone: 0191-2547720

January 2025 informatics.nic.in 11