Raman Kumar reaffirms govt’s commitment towards education, skill dev

Ramban : As part of government’s transformative initiative, the “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra,” Secretary in Power Development Department, Raman Kumar Kesar, on Friday visited Gool block in Ramban district and engaged in various events besides interacting with locals and students.
The Secretary chaired the main event at Kalimasta Panchayat under VBSY, where he shared Prime Minister’s vision behind the Yatra. The aim is to enhance awareness among rural communities and facilitate the utilization of government welfare schemes, he added. He emphasized the initiative as a means to sensitize Kalimasta Panchayat residents about various government schemes and programs geared towards socio-economic empowerment.
Commending the progress achieved in Ramban under the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, Secretary stressed the importance of collective efforts by all stakeholders in promoting grassroots development and empowerment. He highlighted the government’s commitment towards education and skill development besides emphasizing collaboration between departments, PRIs and community based organizations for sustainable and inclusive panchayat development.
“The VBSY initiative has significantly contributed towards improving accessibility to education, enhancing health infrastructure, and fostering entrepreneurship and skill development across Jammu & Kashmir,” maintained the Secretary.
The IEC vans covered 132 panchayats in the district visiting Ind, Dheeda, Mahakund and Kalimasta. This initiative, part of VBSY, has benefited thousands at their doorsteps by generating awareness about various flagship government schemes.
During the event, the beneficiaries shared their success stories, highlighting tangible benefits from government welfare schemes through “Meri Kahani Meri Zubani.” The Viksit Bharat Sankalp pledge was administered to participants, symbolizing a collective commitment towards progress and development.