DC Poonch reviews functioning of Social Welfare Department
Emphasizes Effective Implementation of Schemes
POONCH, MAY 19: Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal today chaired a meeting to take a comprehensive review of the working of the Social Welfare Department.
He assessed the implementation of different welfare schemes in the district. He stressed the importance of delivering the benefits of government schemes to the last eligible beneficiary and ensuring full transparency in operations.
Stress was laid on effective implementation of all social welfare schemes, with a special focus on achieving saturation in pension coverage across all eligible categories, including old age, widow, and disability pensions. The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that no eligible beneficiary should be left out and instructed the department to expedite the process of identifying and enrolling pending cases.
To strengthen outreach and improve public awareness, the Deputy Commissioner also directed the department to organise camps at the village level. These camps will serve as a platform for on the spot registration, grievance redressal, and dissemination of information regarding welfare schemes and entitlements.
Underlining the need for eradication of substance abuse, the Deputy Commissioner called for proactive collaboration with all stakeholders to contribute to the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drug-Free India Campaign). He directed the Social Welfare Department to intensify awareness activities, especially targeting vulnerable groups and youth, and to work closely with educational institutions and Panchayati Raj Institutions.
Special attention was also given to the rehabilitation and monitoring of rescued children, particularly those previously involved in child labour. The Deputy Commissioner instructed that such children must be regularly enrolled in schools and their attendance and progress monitored to ensure they do not return to exploitative conditions. He emphasized the importance of continuous follow up and coordination with child protection services, schools, and local bodies to safeguard their rights and future.
The Deputy Commissioner reiterated the district administration’s commitment to strengthening the social safety net and ensuring that the welfare mechanisms reach the most marginalized sections of society. He called upon the officers to work with dedication, compassion, and accountability to translate welfare objectives into visible outcomes on the ground.
