Srinagar: Chief Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir Dr Arun Kumar Mehta has asked all the Deputy Commissioners to intensify their activities under the ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ programme.
The meeting was attended by both the Divisional Commissioners; Commissioner Secretary, Culture; Deputy Commissioners and other concerned officers physically or through virtual mode.
The Chief Secretary took note of activities conducted under this programme so far. He enquired from each of the Deputy Commissioners about the nature and number of activities carried out during this month. He directed them to keep a target of uploading at least 100 events per day on the portal.
Dr Mehta urged each of them to ensure that only relevant activities with good-quality photographs and videos are uploaded only.
He stressed on coordination between the Youth Services and Sports, Higher Education, School Education, Rural Development, R&B and other departments for conducting as many activities as possible in each district.
He asked for the participation of the masses in these activities as these are actually meant for them. He emphasised on giving an opportunity to each citizen of JK to either hone his/her skills in the arena of sports or culture.
He observed that all these activities are a prelude to the ‘Amritkaal’, the nation is passing through. He declared that the activities should go on a daily basis till the 15th of August, 2023.
Pertinent to mention that Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of independence and the history of its people, culture and achievements.
Later on, the Chief Secretary also reviewed arrangements ahead of the festival of lights, Diwali.
He asked both the Divisional Commissioners to ensure that all amenities are provided to people on this special eve.
He directed ensuring quality power and water supply to all the areas where people are observing this festival.
He stressed on maintaining disciplined traffic on roads and proper law and order everywhere so that the festival is celebrated with full fervour and religious gaiety.
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