BANDIPORA: As part of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026, various awareness and educational activities were organised across District Bandipora to highlight tribal heritage, rights and welfare initiatives.
On the occasion, a Special Gram Sabha was convened at Aragam Gojerpati for identification and prioritisation of works under VB-GRAMG. Awareness regarding the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, was also imparted to the participants.
A painting event was organised at Government Degree College Tulail, providing students an opportunity to express their creativity and showcase themes related to tribal heritage and culture.
Similarly, a painting competition was organised at Gujjar and Bakarwal Boys Hostel Bandipora, encouraging students to highlight the rich traditions, identity and contributions of tribal communities.
Meanwhile, the Agriculture Department Bandipora organised an awareness programme under Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada at Binlipora Aloosa, sensitising the tribal community about various agricultural schemes and government initiatives aimed at their welfare and development.


