Baramulla, Nov 08: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, on Friday called for continued collaboration across departments to address challenges and ensure uninterrupted progress toward the district’s development goals.
He said this while chairing a District Level Committee (DLC) meeting, during which 1,157 new applications were approved under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).
The approval of these fresh cases has brought the total approved applications in the district to 26,494. The aim of the meeting was to further support local agriculture, empower rural communities, and provide essential resources while promoting modern farming practices.
During the meeting, the DDC also reviewed the district’s financial expenditure for the fiscal year 2024-25. It was reported that 65% of the allocated budget has already been utilized.
“There is still 35% of the expenditure remaining,” the DDC said. He called for efficient allocation and timely expenditure in the coming months to ensure that the remaining budget is used effectively for critical projects and schemes aimed at fostering development and supporting local farmers.
To further enhance community engagement and awareness of government schemes under HADP, the DDC directed concerned officers to organise at least 50 outreach events in each block under Kissan Sampark Abhiyan 3rd. “These events will serve as a platform to educate local communities on the benefits of HADP and other available government programs, ensuring that all residents are informed and can actively participate in these schemes,” he said.
These initiatives will help reach even the most remote areas, empowering residents to fully utilize the support provided, Sherpa said.
In addressing the committee, the DDC reiterated the district administration’s vision of fostering a prosperous and self-sufficient agricultural community. “By approving these applications, we are making significant progress toward empowering our farmers and strengthening rural livelihoods. Our aim is to ensure that every farmer has access to the resources and knowledge necessary to thrive,” he said.
