KUPWARA: District Kupwara witnessed the successful organisation of a series of awareness and outreach programmes under the nationwide “Jan Bhagidari Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle” IEC Campaign in various tribal villages and far-flung areas of the district.

The programmes were conducted in coordination with different departments with the objective of ensuring last-mile delivery of government welfare schemes and services to the tribal population.

The district administration, under the guidance of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, GoI organised extensive IEC campaigns, Jan Sunwai programmes from  May 21 to 23rd May 2026.  Plantation drives, cleanliness drives, Aadhaar generation and updating camps, PMMVY enrolment drives, health awareness programmes, and community interaction sessions were also conducted across several tribal panchayats and villages of the district.

During the programme, officers and officials interacted directly with the local residents and sensitized them about various welfare schemes being implemented by the Government for the socio-economic upliftment of tribal communities. Special emphasis was laid on creating awareness regarding health, nutrition, sanitation, education, women empowerment, livelihood opportunities, and social welfare initiatives.

Jan Sunwai programmes were also organized at various locations wherein grievances and public issues raised by the local inhabitants were heard patiently by the concerned officers and several grievances were redressed on the spot. The concerned departments assured timely disposal of pending issues and prompt service delivery in tribal areas.

The district administration reiterated its commitment towards strengthening public participation and ensuring that the benefits of government schemes reach every deserving household residing in remote and underserved areas.

The campaign also witnessed active participation from field functionaries, Anganwadi workers, ASHAs, youth volunteers, and local residents. The administration further informed that all activities conducted under the campaign are being regularly uploaded on the designated portal for real-time monitoring and documentation of outreach efforts across the district.

District Kupwara shall continue to organize such public outreach and awareness programmes in tribal areas to ensure inclusive development and effective implementation of welfare initiatives under the spirit of “Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle.”

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