DODA: To commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, District Administration Doda in collaboration with RDD, Education and MC department organized a massive cleanliness-cum-awareness rally on the theme ‘Ban on single use plastic’ here today. Deputy Commissioner Doda, Dr. Sagar D. Doifode, who was the chief guest on the occasion, said that the most befitting tribute which can be paid to the Mahatma Gandhi would be to re-invigorate and strengthen our efforts for ensuring cleanliness of all the surroundings of our town and villages.
He further said that ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan’ launched by the Prime Minister has played a vital role in bringing about a behavioral change in the people with regard to maintaining cleanliness in their surroundings. He also discussed modalities for implementation of “Swachhta Hi Seva” campaign in the district to mobilize communities to make the district plastic free. He directed the concerned authorities to ensure strict implementation of ban on Single Use Plastic (SUP) and proper disposal of both bio-degradable and non-biodegradable waste in the district.
In this regard, a painting and debate competition was organized in which students of the different schools participated besides a skit based on 'Swachhta and Ban on Polythene bags theme' was also performed by the students. An awareness rally was also jointly flagged off by DC, ADDC and ACD Doda, from Sports Stadium Doda. Students also pledged to refrain from usage of plastic and Jute bags were distributed among them. Roads and offices were also cleaned during the drive under Shramdan for collection of plastic waste.
RAMBAN: District Administration Ramban, today organized several celebratory events across the district to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. On the occasion, District Development Commissioner (DDC), Ramban, Nazim Zai Khan flagged off “Swachhta Rath” (van) and an awareness rally in which students of various schools, officers, officials and other stake holders participated. He also presided over a mega event at conference hall.
SSP, Anita Sharma, ADDC, Nawab Din, ADC, Dr. Basharat Hussain, ACR, Harbans Lal, ASP, Sanjay Parihar and various other district and sectoral officers besides large number of students attended the function who were administered pledge on "Swachhata Hi Seva" campaign by the DDC. Short films, slogans, exhibition of drawings, symposium, display stalls of bio-degradable disposal items besides skits and informative cultural items were presented by the students.
Speaking on the occasion, the DDC said that “Swachhta Hi Seva” campaign aims at fulfilling Mahatma Gandhi’s dream of a clean India by mobilizing the masses to strengthen “Jan Andolan” for sanitation.
He informed that the Administration is effectively working on all four components of “Swachhta Hi Seva” campaign including awareness, collection of plastic, segregation and disposal of plastic waste on scientific way. He further informed that administration is providing cotton and jute bags in replacement of plastic waste to general masses.
“The campaign also intends to mobilize people from various walks of life to undertake Shramdaan (volunteering) for collection of plastic besides ensuring cleanliness and sanitation of country” he added. The DDC asserted on implementing ban on use of Single Use Plastic (SUP) and proper disposal of both bio-degradable and non-biodegradable waste.
RAJOURI: On 150th Gandhi Jayanti, District Development Commissioner Rajouri, Mohammad Aijaz Asad today distributed jute bags prepared by Rajouri Development Authority with important tourist destinations printed on them. Senior Superintendent of Police Yougal Manhas, CEO, Rajouri Development Authority, Sher Singh, Additional Superintendent of Police Liaqat Choudhary, CPO, Deputy Director Planning, Bilal Mir, District Panchayt Officer, Dr Abdul Khabir and other district officer were present on the occasion.
While speaking on the occasion, CEO, RDA informed that the jute bags were distributed free of cost to consumers, as part of an awareness campaign on ban on single use plastic bags. He said there is need to shun the use of plastic bags which are causing damage to the environment. He further said the Tourism Development Authority Rajouri is planning to ban the use of single use plastic items at all the tourist destinations in the district.
- DC felicitates sweepers, calls them Swachhata Prahri
REASI: On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti and culmination of first phase of ‘Swachhta Hi Seva’ mission in the district, Deputy Commissioner, Indu Kanwal Chib felicitated sanitation workers and called them ‘Swachhta Prahri’, watchers of cleanliness and exalted their role in keeping Reasi clean. She also presented a memento to Swachhta Prahri, Kuldeep at a programme held at the office of BDO Reasi.
The Deputy Commissioner, earlier, led a rally from District Headquarter to Reasi bus stand and offered Shramdaan along with other district officers. The team, led by the DC, helped clean an entire dump of garbage and later walk through the town spreading awareness about cleanliness and use of separate dustbins for wet and dry waste. Erring shopkeepers and households were also warned against littering.
Later, a function was organized by the Rural Development Office and office of BDO Reasi in which people from all walks of life were felicitated by the Deputy Commissioner for their role in ‘Swachhta Hi Seva’ mission and in keeping Reasi clean. Speaking at the occasion, the DC informed that all the confiscated plastic bags and segregated plastic waste is going to be sent to sustainable end through recycling and other methods.
The DC also distributed T-shirts among sanitation workers as a token of appreciation for their noble job. While, President Reasi Municipal Committee, Sudesh Puri was felicitated for his role in ‘Swachhta Hi Seva’ mission, Chief Agriculture Officer, Onkar Choudhary and his office were awarded as the ‘Cleanest Office in Mini Secretariat Reasi’. Vishaw and group were also felicitated for performing street plays all over the district and spreading word about the mission. A local body, Youth Brigade was given a memento acknowledging their extraordinary role and consolidated efforts with the district administration in SHS mission.
JAMMU: Directorate of Tourism, Jammu in collaboration with Tourism Development Authorities of Jammu Division is celebrating Paryatan Parv -2019 from October 2nd to 13th. A series of activities in consonance with this year’s Central theme of Paryatan Parv - “150 years of celebrating the Mahatma” shall be undertaken at various tourist destinations by the respective Tourism Development Authorities which include cleanliness drive, Heritage Walk, Debate Competitions, Painting Competition and illumination of various tourist destinations.
The series of events started with the celebration of 150th Birth Anniversary of Father of Nation at Dewan-e-Aam at Mubarak Mandi, Jammu, which was organized by Gandhi Global Family in collaboration with Tourism Department. The event was well attended by large number of reputed members of the civil society and school students which included prayers and cultural items.
Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Sanjeev Verma, Addl. Director General of Police, SD Singh Jamwal, Secretary, Higher Education Department, Talat Parvez Rohella , ,Director Tourism, Jammu, Deepika K. Sharma and prominent civil society members attended the event.
Director Tourism, Jammu, Deepika Sharma informed that the Food Craft Institute of Jammu Tourism shall also be organizing different events which will include heritage walk covering the heritage complex of Mubarak Mandi and sanitation drives at Bagh-e-Bahu and Jagti from 3rd to 4th October, 2019.
It was also shared that the Bhaderwah Development Authority is organizing the Marathon Run in collaboration with Indian Army which shall be flagged off from Bhaderwah University Campus. In order to create awareness among masses regarding the harmful effects of single use plastic, a debate competition is also being organized at different schools. Further, cleanliness drive at different tourist destinations like Telligarh, Gatha Lake, Tourist Reception Centre, Sardna and Khellani shall be undertaken with the help of District Administration with other allied Departments.
The Surinsar-Mansar Development Authority also organized a zero pollution event in collaboration with District Administration, in which the cleanliness of the lake was undertaken so as to preserve the aquatic life and sanctity of the lake. Sanitation drive was organized all along the pathways of the lake and park in collaboration with the nature activists, students and locals. Besides, cultural show including the performances of the reputed artists of Jammu region showcasing the traditional folk dances and songs depicting the rich cultural heritage of the Jammu region was also organized.
Swachhta Abhyan was also organized by Patnitop Development Authority at famous hill resort of Patnitop with JKTDC and shopkeepers. Office of the Assistant Director Tourism, Rajouri in collaboration with Rajouri/Poonch Development Authority organized a Heritage Walk from Dhanidhar Fort to War Memorial Gujjar Mandi Rajouri. Also, cleanliness drive along with Quiz Competition and Painting Competition will be organized at Noori Chamb (Poonch) and Lah Wali Bowli , Rajouri on 12-10-2019.
Similarly, cleanliness drive and other allied activities have also been planned in Sanasar, Patnitop, Batote, Katra involving the local community and other stakeholders so as to keep the tourist destination clean and create awareness among the masses.
UDHAMPUR: To mark the celebrations of 150th Gandhi Jayanti, District Administration Udhampur, under the supervision of District Development Commissioner, Udhampur Dr. Piyush Singla, today organized Special Gram Sabhas under ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan’ across the district.
During the Gram Sabhas, the general public was sensitized about the bad effects of plastic on environment, effective disposal and recycling of collected waste. As a part of the initiative, District/Sector/ Gazetted officers are assigned a Gram Panchayat and were nominated as mentors for a Panchayat for spreading awareness on plastic waste management in the Panchayat. The mentors also interacted with masses on latest concept of plastic waste management during the Gram Sabhas.
While speaking on the occasion, the DDC said that the objectives of organizing such Special Gram Sabhas are to mobilize the local people against the harmful effects of plastic.
The DDC emphasized on greater public participation for the cleanliness and greening mission on the district. He urged the people to vow for cleanliness and greening of their villages through active participation of departments and called upon them for discarding the use of polythene, maintaining hygiene, eliminating open defecation, keeping water resources clean and plantation in the villages for a holistic clean environment in the villages. The designated mentors highlighted the role of Gram Sabhas as an important element of the Panchayati Raj system.
SHOPIAN: District Panchayat Office Shopian in collaboration with the district administration today organized a mega sanitation rally on the conclusion of ‘Swachta Hi Seva’ campaign here today. The rally was flagged-off by Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Choudary Mohammad Yasin from TRC Padpawan, which culminated at Pir Ki Gali.
During the rally, participants carried banners and placards highlighting the ill impact of polythene and plastic use to the environment. The aim of the rally was to disseminate information regarding the ill effects of the plastic and polythene and its impact on the planet.
Speaking on the occasion, DC Shopian said that the aim of the rally is to realize the objective of cleanness and sanitation among people living in the district to save the environment. He said the excessive use of polythene and plastic is detrimental to human health and has hazardous effect on the environment especially in tourist spots.
Later, a massive sanitation drive was carried at famous tourist spot Pir Ki Gali and Dubijan where large number of polythene bags and plastic bottles were collected and segregated from other forms of waste.
ANANTNAG: An awareness programme on the ill-effects of polythene and plastic use in daily life was held here during which speakers deliberated upon ways on scientific disposal of plastic waste. On the occasion, District Development Commissioner Anantnag Khalid Jahanger spoke about the importance of ‘Shramdaan’ for achieving a pollution free environment. He also spoke about the ill effects of the plastic on environment, its threat to the future generations and remedies for its scientific disposal.
He also called for coordinated effort among various stakeholders including educational institutions, health institutions, NGOs, Media organizations and general public on avoiding single use plastic materials. He added that mass awareness regarding ill effects of plastic needs to be created among the public and added that Reverse Vending Machines would be provided to all the towns of the district for scientific disposal of the plastic waste.
The DDC said that the highest tributes to the Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th Jayanti would be to carry forward his mission of making India Swatch by keeping surroundings clean. ADC Anantnag, EO Municipality, all ward members, besides scores of safai karamcharies were also present on the occasion.
BANDIPORA: A massive plastic collection drive under the theme of ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’was held here today to commemorate the Gandhi Jyanti. The drive started from Town Hall Bandipora and culminated at Kalosa Bridge.
SSP Bandipora Rahul Malik, Chief Education Officer Bandipora, District Information Officer Bandipora Jahangeer Akhoon, President MC Bandipora Khursheed Ahmed, Councilors of MC Bandipora besides employees of District Legal Service Authority, Health Department and Municipality participated in the drive. The drive led by Deputy Commissioner displayed banners with slogans against use of single Use Plastic (SUP).
The Deputy Commissioner along with officers of various departments collected the garbage and other non bio-degradable waste material. During the drive various shopkeepers and street vendors voluntarily surrendered polythene bags to MC Bandipora. He also visited various villages to check the progress of SUP collection and dumping.
On the occasion, the DDC said that along with development “we have to manage things on scientific basis to save our environment.” He stressed upon the minimizing the use of plastic and to avoid SUP. He added apart from cleanliness the aim of the drive is to aware the people and encourage them to avoid use of SUP.
In his speech, President MC Bandipora Khursheed Ahmed said every citizen is stakeholder of the campaign and it is a collective responsibility to aware people regarding harmful effects of SUP.