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RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma, today convened a Public Outreach Camp at Vibrant Village Chappar Dhara in Block Panjgrain to assess developmental requirements, address public grievances and review the implementation of government welfare schemes.
Among others present were ADDC Malik Zada Sheraz-ul-Haq, PO ICDS Harpal Singh, CPO Maqsood Ahmed, ACR Mohd Jahangir Khan, ACD Auqil Nuvaid, CAO Rajesh Verma, ARTO Ashiq Rafiq Malik, DSWO Abdul Raheem, ALC Pradyot Gupta, Executive Engineer Jal Shakti Sudesh Kumar, Executive Engineer PMGSY Shahid Mustafa and other district and sectoral officers.
During the interaction, locals projected various demands and concerns related to infrastructure and public services. The Deputy Commissioner patiently listened to the grievances and assured the public that all genuine issues would be examined and addressed in a phased manner.
Officers from different departments, including Health, PMGSY, PWD, Jal Shakti, Power Development Department, District Employment and Counselling Centre and Labour Department briefed the public about ongoing developmental works and welfare schemes and encouraged eligible beneficiaries to avail themselves of government benefits.
The Deputy Commissioner directed the Public Works Department to prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for tiled internal pathways in the village and explore suitable fencing and gondola-type interventions keeping in view the difficult terrain of the area.
Emphasizing inclusive development, he instructed all departments to ensure 100 percent coverage of eligible beneficiaries under welfare schemes and work towards saturation of the village under all flagship programmes.
The Deputy Commissioner informed the gathering that eight villages in Rajouri district have been identified under the Vibrant Villages Programme. He stated that focused interventions are being undertaken to improve road connectivity, power connectivity, internet connectivity and television connectivity to strengthen infrastructure and improve access to essential services in these border villages.
Highlighting the importance of a drug-free society, the Deputy Commissioner also sensitized the public about the ongoing 100-Day âNasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmirâ Campaign launched by the Lieutenant Governor.
He informed the gathering about the facilities available at the Drug De-addiction Centre and the 15-bedded de-addiction facility at Government Medical College Rajouri, where treatment, counselling, rehabilitation and support services are being provided. He urged parents, community leaders and youth to actively support the campaign and help eradicate drug abuse from society. A pledge was also administered under the âNasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmirâ Campaign, reaffirming the collective commitment towards building a drug-free district.
On the occasion, a mass awareness programme was conducted on social security schemes, including Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY). The participants were encouraged to enroll under these schemes to ensure financial security and social protection. The public appreciated the district administration for reaching out to the remote village and addressing their concerns at their doorstep.
