16/09/2025
DC Kishtwar Finalizes Sewa Parv 2025 Preparations
Kishtwar, 16-09-2025::To ensure the effective ex*****on of Sewa Parv activities, scheduled to be observed from 17th September to 2nd October 2025, Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Sh. Pankaj Kumar Sharma (JKAS), chaired a meeting with concerned district officers and heads of institutions to discuss the arrangements for the fortnight-long campaign.
The meeting focused on ensuring active public participation, inter-departmental convergence, and comprehensive community outreach, aligning with the spirit of Sewa Parv — a nationwide celebration of selfless service and inclusive development.
As part of the launch of Sewa Parv 2025, a Mega Swachhta Drive is scheduled to be held on 17th September 2025 at 9:00 AM at the historic Chowgan Ground, Kishtwar.
The drive will see active participation from officers and staff of all line departments, aiming to promote cleanliness and community involvement. Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Sh. Pankaj Kumar Sharma (JKAS), has urged all citizens to join the initiative and contribute towards maintaining the cleanliness and sanctity of the Historic Chowgan Ground.
During the meeting, officers briefed the DC on planned and ongoing initiatives, including cleanliness drives, community meals for the needy, health check-ups, blood donation camps, and nutrition awareness campaigns under health initiatives.
They also discussed awareness programs on key government schemes such as PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat, and other flagship initiatives through capacity-building workshops. A variety of cultural and educational activities — including essay competitions, wall paintings, art and slogan contests, and donation drives for underprivileged students — were also proposed as part of the upcoming celebrations.
Speaking on the occasion, DC Kishtwar emphasized that Sewa Parv is not just a series of activities but a collective spirit of service, underscoring the government’s commitment to citizen welfare and inclusive governance.
He directed key departments — including Jal Shakti ICDS,Forest, Education, Technical Education,Higher Education,Rural Development, Health, Municipality,ITI, Information, and Social Welfare — to develop targeted activities under various schemes to ensure outreach at the grassroots level.
The Directed Action Plan for Sewa Parv 2025 includes cleanliness drives across towns and villages, tree plantation campaigns, health and wellness camps, blood donation drives, IEC (Information, Education & Communication) initiatives, workshops for vulnerable groups, disaster preparedness activities, beautification and sustainable development campaigns, and widespread awareness drives on government schemes.
All activities will be monitored in real time, with visual documentation and social media amplification to ensure transparency, visibility, and mass engagement.
The meeting was attended by ADC Kishtwar Sh. Pawan Kotwal (JKAS), PO ICDS Kishtwar Rishi Kumar Sharma, ACR Kishtwar Idrees Lone, DSWO Kishtwar Zubair Ahmed, DIO Kishtwar Dr. Kuldeep Kumar, DFO Marwah Vishal Chaudhary, CEO Kishtwar Sanjay Dogra, CMO Kishtwar Dr. Rajinder Kumar, other concerned officers and Representatives from GDC Kishtwar,ITI,Govt. Polytechnic College.
