Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!đ Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. KUPWARA: Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas-2026 was celebrated with traditional fervour and enthusiasm across Kupwara district today, culminating in a mega district-level function at the Gujjar & Bakerwal Hostel, Kupwara. The event was chaired by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Kupwara, Ghulam Rasool Choudhary.
Organised by the District Administration Kupwara in collaboration with the Tribal Affairs Department, J&K, the celebration marked the culmination of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada and commemorated the 151st birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
Addressing the gathering, the ADDC highlighted the invaluable contribution of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and other tribal freedom fighters to the nationâs freedom struggle. He observed that Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas provides an important platform to honour their sacrifices and celebrate the rich heritage, traditional knowledge, art and culture of tribal communities.
He directed all line departments to ensure effective and seamless delivery of welfare benefits to eligible beneficiaries, with particular emphasis on intensive awareness, targeted outreach and saturation of government schemes for Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities across the district.
The programme featured vibrant cultural presentations by students, awareness sessions highlighting the significance of the occasion, and an exhibition showcasing departmental schemes and achievements. Students and artists presented traditional tribal dances, folk music, drama and Nukkad Nataks depicting tribal history, cultural traditions and the significant role played by tribal communities in the countryâs freedom movement.
Various government departments also established stalls to facilitate on-the-spot awareness and service delivery, showcasing welfare schemes, public services and locally produced items. Senior citizens, tribal leaders, former PRI members and representatives of the ST community participated in the celebrations in large numbers.
Among others present on the occasion were Chief Planning Officer (CPO) Kupwara, District Information Officer (DIO) Kupwara, Warden Gujjar & Bakerwal Hostel Kupwara, and district officers from Education, Health, Agriculture, Fisheries, ICDS/Poshan, Handicrafts & Handloom, Social Welfare and Lead Bank, besides students and local residents
