SHOPIAN: The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra (VBSY) programme has left an indelible mark on the communities of all blocks of Shopian District.

The campaign was today conducted in Maldair, Narwani, T.Wangam, Heff, Dachoo and Sugan Panchayats of the district amid festive celebrations and appreciable participation of stakeholders.

The initiative aimed at holistic development and community welfare garnered an overwhelming response from residents, signifying a major stride towards uplifting and empowering local communities. More than 1.30 lac people in 72 Panchayat Halqas of the district Shopian have attended the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra till date.

IEC Van, a mobile hub of information, is playing an important role in creating awareness of various centrally sponsored schemes and other welfare schemes meant for the general public. This IEC Van is a dynamic tool for disseminating essential information on Government schemes directly to the people.

Like other parts of the country, people are being given awareness of welfare scheme benefits under PM Kisan Samman, Jan Dhan Yojana, PM Garib Kalyan, PM Awas Yojana etc. to reach the vulnerable population with the aim to generate awareness regarding the Government's schemes, empowering the public with the knowledge and resources essential for their growth.

Besides, multifarious activities are being organized by departments across the panchayats.