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KISHTWAR: The Sewa Parv 2025 celebrations concluded today in District Kishtwar with the commemoration of Gandhi Jayanti. Remembering the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, a series of activities and tribute paying events were held across the district under the direction of Deputy Commissioner, Pankaj Kumar Sharma.
A mega Cleanliness drive was organized at the Historic Chowgan Ground by the Municipal Council as part of the Sewa Parv celebrations. Deputy Commissioner, Pankaj Kumar Sharma along with SSP Naresh Singh, ASP Pardeep Singh, CEO Municipal Council Mirza Mumtaz Iqbal, and other district officers, actively participated in the initiative, spreading the message of cleanliness and discouraging the use of single-use plastic.
The DC emphasized the importance of community service, cleanliness and civic responsibility in building a strong and progressive society. Highlighting Mahatma Gandhiâs teachings of non-violence, truth and social harmony, the DC encouraged everyone to continue working together to promote welfare, awareness and sustainable development across the district.
The Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, was celebrated with great zeal at GHSS Sounder. Various cultural and awareness activities were held, highlighting Gandhi Jiâs vision of non-violence, truth and universal brotherhood beyond caste, colour and creed. The School Education Department organized Gandhi Jayanti events dedicated to Mahatma Gandhiâs teachings across all educational institutions in the district, where students, teachers and staff actively participated by offering floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi.
The ICDS Department carried out diverse activities, including yoga sessions at Anganwadi Centres across all Panchayats, villages, blocks and district levels. Comprehensive cleanliness drives were also conducted at AWCs, coupled with the adoption of best practices for the safe storage of food items.
The Fisheries Department Kishtwar organized an awareness and outreach programme at Block Office Bounjwah, sensitizing fish farmers and the local community about key government schemes, including PMMSY, HADP, KCC and ATMA. Additionally, departments including Health, Rural Development, Forest, Education and Social Welfare organized multiple outreach and awareness programmes across subdivisions, tehsils and blocks, ensuring mass participation and effective implementation of the Sewa Parv objectives.
The district-wide celebration not only paid tribute to the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi but also reinforced the collective commitment of the administration and community towards cleanliness, social responsibility and inclusive development.
