Deputy Commissioner Rajouri reviews progress on District Indicator Framework
RAJOURI, August 04: In a significant step towards the overall development of Rajouri District, Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal presided over a crucial meeting on Friday to review the progress made on the District Indicator Framework.
The meeting was attended by the DFO Rajouri, Arshdeep Singh; DFO Nowshera; Chief Planning Officer Mohd Khurshid, DPO Showket Malik, GM DIC Ashwani Sharma, DSEO Sandeep Sharma, ACD Vijay Verma, CEO Education Sultana Kouser; LDM JK Bank Sanjeev Bhasin and other concerned officers. The agenda of the meeting revolved around assessing the implementation and progress of the framework.
The District Indicators Framework stands as a comprehensive initiative aimed at evaluating and enhancing the development and well-being of the district as a whole. It encompasses crucial aspects such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, social welfare, economic growth and environmental sustainability. By analysing a set of indicators and performance metrics, the framework provides a holistic view of the district’s progress, enabling the identification of areas that require targeted intervention and improvement.
During the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal emphasised the indispensability of the District Indicator Framework as a tool for effective governance and evidence-based decision-making. He stressed the need for regular monitoring and evaluation to track the district’s development trajectory and ensure the successful implementation of various government programs and policies.
Addressing the participants, the DC stated, “The District Indicators Framework is a vital instrument that enables us to gauge our progress in key areas of development. It helps us identify our strengths and weaknesses, thereby channeling our efforts towards achieving sustainable growth and uplifting the lives of our citizens. I urge all departments and stakeholders to actively participate and contribute towards the effective implementation of this framework.”
During the meeting, the officers engaged in fruitful discussions on various indicators, including education enrollment rates, healthcare infrastructure, employment generation, poverty alleviation, agriculture, horticulture, Aadhar seeding and environmental conservation. The participants shared their valuable insights, experiences and best practices, fostering a collaborative approach towards addressing the district’s challenges and identifying innovative solutions.
The Deputy Commissioner also underscored the significance of data-driven decision-making and the integration of technology to streamline the data collection and analysis processes. He urged the departments to ensure timely and accurate reporting of relevant data, serving as the foundation for evidence-based policy formulation and implementation.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment to work in synergy, aiming to improve the district’s development indicators and enhance the overall quality of life for the residents of Rajouri.
