KATHUA: A number of gramin sabhas were held in all panchyats of Kathua district to commemorate the anniversary of Swachh Bharat Mission besides Gandhiji jayanti under the supervision of District Development Commissioner Ramesh Kumar. On the eve of Mahatama Gandhi Jyanti, Gram sabhas were organized in 244 panchayts of District Kathua by concerned BDOs involving secretary panchyats, VLWS and every stakeholder of the society.
The DDC visited panchayat Chhangran and enlightened rural masses about Swachh Bharat Mission. He asked the officers to sensitize rural masses regarding cleanliness to make rural areas Open Defecation and polythene free. He said that sustainable development should take place in all panchyats for that people from all walks of life have to participate in campaigns like Swachh Bharat Mission. He said a committed workforce can bring noticeable change everywhere in the society.
Meanwhile, ACD and DPO visited various panchayats and educated the people about the importance of Swachh Bharat Mission. They also laid stress on sensitization of MGNREGA functionaries for effective results. BDOs and other officers were also present on the occasion.