Srinagar, Jan. 17 -- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Baseer Ahmad Khan today directed Deputy Commissioners to identify 100 kanal State lands at suitable places in their respective districts for the establishment of first Science city in Kashmir.

The DCs were also directed to furnish the details like road and rail connectivity, water, electricity, health and other major facilities adjacent to the State land and send the report to the Divisional Commissioner's office immediately for finalization of the location after fulfilling all parameters.

The DSEK has prepared a Detailed Project Report (DPR) of Rs 230 crore for implementation of a first Science City project in the valley.

The main aim to establish a Science City is to develop scient...