BANDIPORA: As part of the ongoing observance of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026, various departments of District Administration Bandipora organised a series of awareness, outreach and community engagement activities across tribal areas of the district to highlight the rich heritage, identity and contributions of tribal communities.
The Horticulture Department Bandipora organised awareness programmes at Nail Kanzalwan in Gurez, Dawar and Badgum Gratnar in Tulail, sensitising tribal communities about various departmental schemes and initiatives aimed at promoting horticulture and improving livelihood opportunities.
The Department of Agriculture also observed Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas at Bonakoot, Bandipora, by organising awareness activities highlighting the importance of the occasion and the contributions of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
Meanwhile, Poshan Project Gurez celebrated Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas at Anganwadi Centre Dawar A in collaboration with the Health Department. The event witnessed participation of ICDS beneficiaries, including pregnant women, lactating mothers, children, members of Mahila Samiti and other local community members. Health officials sensitised participants about health and hygiene, while ICDS staff highlighted various services and schemes being provided under ICDS.
On the occasion, CDPO Gurez, Haseena Iqbal, also shared insights into the remarkable contributions of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and emphasised the significance of the occasion in honouring the rich heritage, identity and contributions of tribal communities.
At Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS), Gurez, a painting competition was organised during the Learning Hour Activity. Students enthusiastically participated and showcased their artistic talent through sketches depicting the life, courage and revolutionary spirit of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
The activity aimed to familiarise students with tribal history, heritage and the invaluable contributions of tribal freedom fighters while encouraging creativity and a sense of pride in their cultural roots.
As part of the livelihood and empowerment initiatives, the Employment Department Bandipora organised an Udyam Jagriti Programme for Self-Help Group (SHG) members at Aragam. The programme aimed to sensitise participants about entrepreneurship, business opportunities and various self-employment avenues, encouraging them to explore income-generating activities, develop sustainable livelihood opportunities and avail benefits under various self-employment schemes.
The activities reflected the collective efforts of various departments towards promoting awareness, preserving tribal heritage, strengthening community participation and advancing the socio-economic empowerment of tribal communities as part of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2026.
