The event witnessed the presence of key stakeholders including Deputy Commissioner Doda Harvinder Singh, CEO of Bhaderwah Development Authority Bal Krishan, officers from various line departments, Sarpanchs, Panchs, PRI representatives, and a substantial number of local residents.
The gathering served as a platform to deliberate on various facets of regional development, with a particular focus on tourism industry advancement, infrastructure enhancement, and the implementation of government schemes. Participants voiced their concerns and demands, spanning from the improvement of amenities and employment opportunities to the promotion of tourism initiatives for holistic progress.
Acknowledging the strides made under the current administration, Commissioner Secretary Yasha Mudgal underscored the imperative of timely project completion and pledged unwavering support for initiatives aimed at boosting tourism and addressing fundamental infrastructure requirements. She stressed the need for the expeditious implementation of government-sponsored schemes to maximize benefits for the public, while also highlighting Bhaderwah's potential in adventure tourism.
Furthermore, Mudgal urged concerned officials to prioritize the dissemination of information regarding the Hill Area Development Programme (HADP) schemes for comprehensive sectoral growth. She directed officers to formulate a tourism calendar to position district Doda as an agri-tourism hub, thereby harnessing the region's rich agricultural resources for economic prosperity.
In his address, Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh reiterated the administration's commitment to resolving public grievances and highlighted initiatives such as lavender farming and the proposed Gandola car cable service as catalysts for tourism enhancement.
The event concluded with a renewed sense of determination among stakeholders to collaboratively work towards the sustainable development of Bhaderwah, leveraging its unique geographical and cultural attributes to create a vibrant and inclusive community.
As the region sets its sights on a promising future, the public outreach program stands as a testament to the collective resolve to realize Bhaderwah's full potential as a thriving tourist destination and a model of balanced development.