Minister inaugurates training-cum-awareness program on Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
Poonch |: Minister for Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo, Tuesday distributed motorized Tricycles among 28 specially abled persons at a function held here Tuesday.
The event was organized by the Department of Social Welfare department with an aim at enhancing the mobility and independence of individuals with physical challenges.
MLA Haveli, Ajaz Ahmed Jan; Director Social Welfare Jammu; Additional District Development Commissioner Poonch; DSWO Poonch; other district and sectoral officers and locals were also present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister reaffirmed the commitment of government to social welfare and inclusive governance. “Empowering the differently-abled is not just a matter of providing mobility aids, it is about ensuring dignity, accessibility and opportunity for every individual, regardless of their physical abilities,” she stated.
The Minister emphasized the need for continued efforts to bridge the gaps in accessibility, adding that more such initiatives in other districts will be held for facilitation of specially abled persons. She urged the administration to prioritize the needs of marginalized communities and ensure timely support for persons with disabilities.
The Minister further highlighted that these tricycles are not just about mobility, they symbolize dignity, independence and opportunity for those with special needs.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Haveli, Ajaz Ahmed Jan appreciated the department’s efforts in reaching out to most vulnerable sections of the society. He emphasized the importance of empowering the differently abled through accessible mobility and government support.
The beneficiaries expressed sincere gratitude to the Minister for the support, describing the tricycles as life changing support which will enhance their access to education, employment and public services.
Later, the Minister inaugurated training cum awareness program under Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY).
Addressing the participants on the occasion, the Minister highlighted that the present government led by Omar Abdullah is committed to provide essential services to the people at their door steps. She spoke in length about various social sector schemes, particularly for women folk like WDC loan scheme, Ladli beti scheme and other which are aimed for empowerment of women.
She asked the concerned department to organise awareness camps in remote areas of the district so that maximum people can take benefits of these schemes.
She also appreciated the commendable job done by Anganwari workers and helpers in implementing scheme smoothly across Jammu and Kashmir.
In his welcome address, Mission Director Poshan highlighted the progress on mission implementation, benefits and procedures of the scheme.
During the event, the Minister also distributed the letter of appreciation among the POICS and data entry operators for their commendable job in implementing the scheme in the district. She also presented appointment orders to Workers and helpers.
On the occasion, Anganwari workers also presented a skit depicting the whole process and benefits of the scheme.
