Srinagar, Feb 27 : Ajaz Ahmad Bhat, IAS, Director, Sericulture J&K today called on Dr. Farooq Fareed Nabi, Zila Sainik Welfare Officer, Srinagar, at his office.
The meeting was held in a cordial and vibrant atmosphere, where both officers engaged in extensive deliberations on various important issues, particularly focusing on the welfare and skill development of ex-servicemen and the widows of martyred soldiers.
During the discussions, Mr. Bhat emphasized the importance of including the widows of martyrs and retired ex-servicemen in the skill development programs of the Sericulture Department.
He highlighted that equipping them with the latest sericulture techniques would not only provide them with sustainable livelihood opportunities but also enable them to support their families more effectively.
Mr. Bhat further elaborated on the various schemes and benefits available under the Sericulture Development Department and stressed the need to spread awareness among ex-servicemen and their families about these opportunities. He assured that the department would extend all possible support to train and empower them, ensuring their socio-economic upliftment.
Dr. Farooq Fareed Nabi appreciated the initiative and expressed his willingness to collaborate with the Sericulture Department in facilitating the participation of ex-servicemen and the families of martyrs in sericulture-based income-generating activities. He acknowledged the potential of sericulture as a viable economic activity and lauded the department’s commitment to integrating this section of society into its development programs.
The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both officers agreeing to work in close coordination to implement skill development initiatives that would benefit ex-servicemen and the widows of martyrs in Jammu and Kashmir.
