DOGRA HERALD BUREAU
ANANTNAG, Jan 8
The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra (VBSY), continues to generate excitement amid remarkable progress in Anantnag’s Block Pahalgam, drawing massive public engagement during the VBSY IEC Van’s tour to Dehwatoo, Yanned B, Ovoora, Veerseran, Lidroo, Batakoot, Mandlana, and Frislana Gram Panchayats.
People also listened to the live address/interaction of Hon’ble Prime Minister with VBSY Participants.
The Yatra aims to raise awareness about a range of welfare schemes and encourage active participation under the banner of ‘Jan Bhagidari’ to achieve complete coverage. Beyond mere promises, the Yatra demonstrates tangible improvements, surpassing expectations in Anantnag, uniting more than 2.50 lakh participants across 335 Gram Panchayats and 138 Urban local bodies.
In District Anantnag, the Yatra camps transformed into lively hubs, engaging people in events and offering on-the-spot services. Health camps played a crucial role, screening 93,347 individuals for prevalent health concerns such as TB, sickle cell anemia, and non-communicable diseases.
Over 16,097 My Bharat volunteers and 2.28 lakh individuals pledged the transformative ‘Sankalp Pledge’ in District Anantnag. Noteworthy contributors, including 1,288 women, 3,601 students, 396 local artists, and 397 sports personalities, received accolades for their dedication.
The Yatra actively involved farmers through drone demonstrations and Soil Health Card sessions, promoting sustainable Natural Farming practices. It celebrated milestones in 100% JJM saturation, ODF+ status, and Digitization of Land Records. At the core were 9,777 beneficiaries sharing their stories in ‘Meri Kahani Meri Zubani’ sessions, illustrating the profound impact of government schemes on their lives.
The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra transcends being an initiative; it stands as a people-driven movement for inclusive development. This journey reflects India’s commitment to holistic development, engaging, educating, and uplifting every citizen towards shared progress.
