DH NEWS SERVICE
JAMMU, Mar 2
Block Bhalwal hosted a significant event as part of the nationwide ‘Watershed Yatra’ campaign under the Watershed Development Component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (WDC-PMKSY 2.0).
This campaign aimed to enhance water conservation, promote sustainable land management and empower local communities through effective watershed development strategies.
District Development Council (DDC) Chairman Bharat Bhushan, MLA North Jammu Sham Lal Sharma, Ex-PRI Members, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat Jammu, Shazada Noor Ul Ain, Block Development Officer Bhalwal Dr.Sunil Sharma and officials of RD&PR, ICDS, NRLM (UMEED) besides prominent figures and huge gathering of locals of Block Bhalwal participated in the event.
A highlight of the event was the e-inauguration of various watershed developmental works aimed at improving local soil and water conservation practices. The dignitaries addressed the gathering, emphasizing the critical importance of watershed management. They highlighted that effective watershed development is essential for improving soil moisture, enhancing agricultural productivity, and ensuring sustainable livelihoods for rural communities.
This van has traversed approximately 2,400 km across Jammu and Kashmir, targeted over 500,000 residents through interactive workshops, community activities, and awareness drives. The campaign has today culminated in Jammu, showcasing cutting-edge techniques in watershed conservation, soil health enhancement, and rainwater harvesting.
The event concluded after plantation under the theme EK Ped Maa Ke Naam and flagging off Watershed Yatra Vehicle by the dignitaries
