POONCH: Secretary Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Department, Nazim Zai Khan, today convened a public darbar besides attending other activities being conducted under ambitious ongoing Viksit Bharat Sankalpa Yatra (VBSY) at Dhargloon Block, Balakote,
Secretary along with PRI representatives and Deputy Commissioner, inspected stalls set up by various government departments showcasing schemes related to agriculture, horticulture, health, animal husbandry, social welfare, handicraft, handloom and other wings.
On the occasion, ‘Hamara Sankalp Viksit Bharat’ pledge was taken by the participants and video messages of Prime Minister and other promotional videos were also screened on IEC van in presence of the Commissioner Secretary.
“The Viksit Bharat Sankalpa Yatra extends beyond a mere program; it stands as a commitment to uplift and empower communities,” maintained the Secretary while addressing the gathering on the occasion.
Secretary emphasized the Prime Minister’s vision behind the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra (VBSY) of ensuring widespread awareness among rural masses, reaching the unreached population, and facilitating the utilization of government welfare schemes.
Nazim Zai highlighted the transformative impact of VBSY in fostering development, promoting engagement with government schemes, and achieving saturation under citizen-centric schemes. He fervently motivated the public, urging them to actively avail themselves of the numerous benefits offered through government schemes.
The program featured an array of speakers, including PRIs, DDC members, and BDC members, who addressed the public and raised their issues and concerns.
The Vice Chairman DDC Poonch raised specific issues including completion of Mini Secretariat at Mendhar, PDD workshop for repairing of transformers and other electrical equipments, identification of land for grid station, enhancing wages for daily wagers, drivers for ambulances purchased under DDC/BDC/PRI grants.
Similarly, the Sarpanchs of upper and lower Dargloon demanded Tehsil Complex for Balakote Tehsil, Police Station/Chowki at Dhargloon, Upgradation of PHC with proper medical staff and equipments, improvement in water supply schemes and Dak Bunglow in Balakote Tehsil and other developmental issues.
Deputy Commissioner, Yasin M.Choudhary briefed the Secretary and the gathering about the developmental projects and works undertaken in the area.
Secretary assured that the issues raised by the PRI’s will be addressed and resolved in a phased manner.
Meanwhile, Academy of Art, Culture & Language organized a mesmerising cultural program, captivating the audience with their performances. Furthermore, sports activities were held, providing an opportunity for participants to engage in healthy competition and camaraderie.