Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra: Ramban Administration mobilises IEC Van to promote flagship central schemes

DOGRA HERALD BUREAU
RAMBAN, Nov 30
To ensure seamless reach of Central Government schemes to the farthest corners of the District, Ramban administration today flagged off an IEC van here from Panchayat Maitra-A as the part of the ongoing “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra.” The outreach campaign being held under the aegis of Deputy Commissioner, Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary, is being conducted across the district.
Chairperson District Development Council, Ramban, Dr. Shamshad Shan, DDC Member, Renuka Katoch, Sarpanch Panchayat Maitra-A, Mohinder Singh, PRIs and numerous other prominent people were present.
The programme started with the National Anthem followed by Viksit Bharat Sankalp (pledge) administered ADC Harbans Lal to participants. The Chairperson, and Deputy Commissioner along with other participants took part in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp rally to sensitize the people about the benefits of welfare and developmental schemes launched for their welfare.
It was informed that the IEC Van will traverse through the district according to a pre-defined schedule.
A combo of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials, the van aims to create public awareness about a myriad of Central Government schemes. With a sound system and digital LED screen on board, the van will showcase videos of Prime Minister’s addresses, testimonials from beneficiaries and informative clips to further enhance understanding. The Yatra focuses on both urban and rural areas, spotlighting key schemes such as PM Svanidhi, PM Vishwakarma Yojana, PM Mudra Yojana, PM Ujjwala Yojana, Start up India, stand up India, Ayushman Bharat, PM Awas Yojana, SBM, AMRUT, PM Bhartiya Jan Aushidi Pariyojana, Ujjala Yojana, Digital Payment infrastructure, Khelo India, RCS:UDAN, and rural areas schemes like Ayushman Bharat PMJAY, PMGKAY, DAY-NRLM, PM Awas Yojana Rural, PM Ujjwala Yojana, PM KISAN Saman, KCC, PM Poshan Abhiyan, JJM and SVAMITVA.
Similar programme was also held in Panchayat Doligam Upper B, Chamalwas Lower A, Chamalwas Upper, Chaknerwah, Bankoot, Gundadalkoot B, Chawalwas Lower B and Thachi Wagan in block Banihal The officers expressed the significance of this initiative, saying that the primary objectives of the yatra include disseminating information, fostering awareness, and establishing direct interaction with beneficiaries.
They highlighted the role of the VBSY in achieving saturation of all schemes and enhancing awareness among the populace. This proactive approach signifies the dedication of the administration to ensuring comprehensive awareness, leaving no eligible individual uninformed about transformative government schemes.
The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra stands as a testament to the commitment of the Government to inclusive development, ensuring that the benefits of its schemes reach every individual, contributing to the overall socio-economic landscape of the district.
Among the others, ADDC, Rajinder Sharma, ADC Harbans Lal Sharma, ACD Ashok Katoch, GM DIC, Xen PWD and other officers, officials, PRIs and the public attended the event.