BANDIPORA: As part of the ongoing celebrations of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026, various departments and educational institutions across District Bandipora organised a series of awareness, healthcare, educational and cultural activities to highlight the rich tribal heritage, traditions and contributions of tribal communities to the nation.
The Health Department organised a special healthcare programme at NTPHC Gujran, where ANC check-ups, screening for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and haemoglobin estimation were conducted. Free medicines were also distributed among the beneficiaries as part of the initiative to promote accessible healthcare in tribal areas.
The Horticulture Department conducted awareness activities at Sheikhpora Watrina, Kudara and Garoora, sensitising tribal communities about various departmental initiatives and schemes.
Similarly, the Agriculture Department organised awareness activities in Zone Nadihal to educate farmers and local communities about agricultural interventions and government schemes.
Meanwhile, Zone Bandipora and Zone Quilmuqam of the Youth Services and Sports Department organised a series of educational, cultural and creative activities across educational institutions. Students enthusiastically participated in painting, story writing, poetry, essay writing, photography, traditional art and craft, dance, music, drama, Nukkad Natak, quiz and slogan-writing competitions.
The activities were organised to provide students with a platform to explore their cultural roots, appreciate tribal history and celebrate the invaluable contributions of tribal communities to India’s freedom struggle and nation-building.
