Excelsior Correspondent
KISHTWAR, Jan 27: Commissioner Secretary Tourism, Yasha Mudgal, today chaired a mega public darbar at Drabshalla block, Kishtwar.
Addressing the concerns of the community, Commissioner engaged with the public, while assessing progress on developmental initiatives within the tourism sector and beneficiary-oriented schemes under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).
The event was attended by Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Dr Devansh Yadav, DDC member Drabshalla A, Ashok Kumar, DPO, Sunil Bhutyal, AD FSC & CA Executive Engineer PHE, CDPO Drabshalla, CAHO, DSHO, CAO Kishtwar, CHO, Tehsildar Drabshalla, BDO Drabshalla, TSWO Kishtwar besides officials of KDA and tourism and locals.
Scores of locals from adjoining areas thronged the public darbar wherein representatives including DDC members raised their issues and demands, ranging from infrastructure and tourist facilities at Bimal Naag to pending road compensations and development of trekking routes. Other highlighted concerns included establishment of cricket stadium at Drabshalla, employment in Ratle HEP, speedy construction of roads like Kuntwara and Kalchanda to Bimal Naag, uninterrupted electricity supply, enhanced bus services for school children, and completion of building projects such as HSS Chhirod.
Addressing the gathering, the Commissioner Secretary underscored the paramount importance of holding these public darbars, stating that its primary objective is to ensure that every individual reaps the benefits of welfare and developmental schemes. She urged upon the public to actively engage with the district administration to elevate the development profile of the district.
Assuring a prompt resolution of issues, Yasha Mudgal stated that concerns raised during the public darbar would be examined and addressed expeditiously.
Commissioner Secretary shared a comprehensive tourism plan for the Union Territory, focusing on holistic development from infrastructure to guide training.
Proposing development of Bimal Naag as a spiritual tourism circuit connected to the Machail area, she encouraged exploration of untapped tourist areas to promote adventure tourism. She stressed the need for challenge-based tourism destination development and assured facilitation of events like the Winter carnival and other tourism festivals.
Commissioner Secretary underscored the importance of a multidimensional approach, urging collaboration between the district administration and Women Self Help Groups to enhance the impact of developmental initiatives under HADP.
During the event, the Deputy Commissioner provided insights into the tourism profile and outlined initiatives being taken up by the District Administration to boost tourist footfall. Highlighting the significance of tourism festivals and carnivals held at Sinthan, Devilgol, Paddar, Kishtwar, and Warwan, he showcased the collaborative efforts that resulted in Rafting and Mountaineering training courses for youth, aiming to bolster the tourism sector.
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