BANDIPORA: As part of the ongoing celebrations of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026, various awareness, health and cultural activities were successfully organised across District Bandipora by different departments, with active participation from tribal communities, students and local residents.
In Gurez, ICDS Poshan Project, in collaboration with the Health Department, organised activities at Anganwadi Centres in Mastan. The Health Department conducted Ante-Natal Care (ANC) check-ups, anaemia screening and general health check-ups. Awareness regarding health, hygiene and various ICDS services was also imparted, with active participation from community members, Mahila Samiti representatives and ICDS beneficiaries.
Meanwhile, the Horticulture Department conducted awareness programmes at Dangital, PTL, Kudara, Chittabanday and Markoot, besides Khandyal Zone, Dawar, Gurez. The participants were sensitised about various departmental schemes and initiatives, while awareness regarding the Khet Bachao Abhiyan was also imparted as part of the celebrations.
Educational institutions across the district also organised activities to mark the occasion. At Government High School Achoora, Gurez, an awareness activity was conducted with active participation of students and staff. Painting, poster-making and essay-writing competitions based on tribal culture, heritage and the objectives of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas were organised at Government High School Hajin, KGBV Gurez, GMS Wanpora, BMS Wanpora, Government High School Gujran and Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS), Gurez.
Government Higher Secondary School PTL, Gurez, organised a Story Writing Competition on the theme “My Tribal Village”, wherein students participated in story writing and discussions highlighting tribal heritage, culture and the significance of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas.
Meanwhile, the Agriculture Department facilitated the registration of farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme, while eight tribal beneficiaries were registered under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).
The activities aimed at highlighting the rich cultural heritage, traditions and contributions of tribal communities while promoting awareness about government welfare schemes, health, nutrition, education and community empowerment.
The celebrations also emphasised the importance of preserving tribal identity and ensuring inclusive development through active community participation.
