DC reviews HADP implementation in Kishtwar District

Emphasises collaborative approach to achieve set targets

KISHTWAR, JANUARY 04: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Dr Devansh Yadav  today chaired a meeting to conduct a thorough sector wise review in the implementation of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) in the district.

The meeting delved into a detailed review of achievements made thus far. The ADDC provided an overview of the district’s progress in the schemes under HADP, highlighting that 1033 applications have been received by agriculture and allied sector departments. Of these, 456 have been approved by field officers, while 218 have been approved by DLC.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for field officers to ramp up their targets in timely manner and support farmers and beneficiaries in navigating the application process, ensuring a seamless and successful outcome.

During the meeting, DC Kishtwar also took status of ongoing projects besides examining proposals for establishing Cattle and Poultry Feed Units in the district, seeking input from agriculture officers. Emphasizing inclusive growth, he urged the formation of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) under the HADP in Tribal Areas. This move aims to foster development and address the needs of these regions, ensuring comprehensive agricultural and allied sector support for the district’s holistic progress.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized a collective, collaborative effort among district and sectoral Officers  urging accountability for target achievement across all sectors. A target-driven, modular approach was stressed to ensure tangible outcomes in implementing the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) within the district.

DC underscored the importance of holding field functionaries and Area Extension Officers accountable for their performance. He warned of stringent actions against those exhibiting subpar performance. This emphasis on accountability aims to motivate greater diligence and responsibility in meeting set objectives, ensuring a more effective and efficient execution of the HADP. He urged to instill a culture of responsibility and drive towards achieving and surpassing the outlined targets in the district’s agricultural development.

The meeting was attended by ADDC Kishtwar Sham Lal, ACR Kishtwar Varunjeet Singh Charak, SDM Marwah Dr Rishi Kumar Sharma, ACD Kishtwar Manoj Kumar, CAO Kishtwar/Nodal Officer HADP Amjad Hussain Malik, CHO Sajjid Mustafa, CAHO Ajaz Hussain, DSHO Dr Jaffar Arafat,LDM Pankaj Badani besides other concerned officers of Agriculture and allied sector.