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KISHTWAR: To commemorate Rashtriya Ekta Diwas and Jammu & Kashmir UT Foundation Day 2026, the District Administration Kishtwar organised a series of activities across the district today, aimed at promoting national unity, integrity, solidarity and a spirit of collective responsibility. Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma flagged off a Mega Run for Unity (Ekta Daud) from Char Chinar, Chowgan Ground, to the New DC Office Complex, in the presence of SSP Sunny Gupta.
The Run for Unity was organised in collaboration with the Police Department. The Mega Run witnessed enthusiastic participation of around 550-600 individuals, including officers and officials of the Civil and Police Administration, students, youth and people from different sections of society. The event symbolised the spirit of national integration, communal harmony and solidarity, while reaffirming the ideals and contributions of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the first Home Minister of independent India, whose birth anniversary is observed across the country as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas.
Later, a programme was organised at the Mini Secretariat, wherein the Deputy Commissioner inspected the informative stalls established by various government departments. The stalls showcased departmental schemes, welfare initiatives, products and public-oriented programmes, besides highlighting local produce, traditional products and livelihood opportunities.
The initiative aimed at creating awareness among the public about various UT Government schemes and Centrally Sponsored Schemes, benefits and services, while providing a platform to promote local products, entrepreneurship and economic activities. The Deputy Commissioner interacted with departmental officers and representatives and reviewed the information being disseminated through the stalls. He emphasised the importance of effective public outreach and ensuring that people are adequately informed about government initiatives and welfare programmes.
Thereafter, an Integrity and National Unity Pledge Ceremony was organised at the Conference Hall of the Mini Secretariat, New DC Office Complex, Kishtwar, wherein Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma administered the pledge to officers, officials and other participants.
Through the pledge, participants solemnly reaffirmed their commitment to preserving the unity, integrity and security of the nation and spreading the message of national integration among fellow citizens. They also resolved to uphold the ideals of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and contribute towards strengthening the internal security and unity of the country.
As part of the programme, the Deputy Commissioner also handed over keys of 02 E-Autos to beneficiaries under the Mission YUVA scheme. The initiative aims at promoting self-employment and sustainable livelihood opportunities for the youth through loan assistance for income-generating units.
Mega Plantation Drives were also organised across the district with active public participation. At the District Headquarters, the Deputy Commissioner along with Additional Deputy Commissioner Pawan Kotwal planted saplings in the premises of New DC Office Complex.
Meanwhile, similar programmes were organised at Sub-Division, Tehsil and Block levels. Mega Run for Unity events and Pledge Ceremonies were conducted at government offices, educational institutions and other public establishments, witnessing enthusiastic participation from officers, officials, students, teachers and members of the general public.
The district-wide observance ensured extensive public participation and reinforced the message of national unity, integrity, mutual harmony and collective responsibility.
Among others present included SP Ops Nisar Ahmed Khoja; ASP Mohammad Shafiq; GM DIC Mohsin Raza; ACR Mohammad Idrees Lone; ACD Manoj Kumar; ACP Neeraj Sharma; ALC Amit Kumar; Dy. SP Hqr Dr. Ishan Gupta; DFO Marwah Vishal Chaudhary; CHO Sajid Mustafa; DYSSO Jaffer Haider Sheikh; CMO Dr. Sanjay Bhat; CAO Kushal Chandel; ExEn PWD R&B Shamis Din; ExEn JPDCL Abdul Hamid, besides other officers, officials and Volunteers from MY Bharat Kishtwar.
