Kisan Seva Kendra Launched in Rajouri, New Facilities for Villagers
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Synopsis
A Kisan Seva Kendra has been launched in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, providing essential services to farmers. This initiative aims to strengthen rural agriculture and empower local youth through various digital services.
Key Takeaways
- Kisan Seva Kendra inaugurated in Rajouri
- Offers subsidized seeds and registration for government schemes
- Provides essential services like passport and PAN card applications
- Managed by local youth, fostering community service
- Paves the way for more centers to enhance rural governance
Rajouri, April 9 (NationPress) In a significant move, a Kisan Seva Kendra, referred to as 'Kisan Khidmat Ghar' (Single Window Service Centre), was officially launched for farmers in the secluded Panchayat Daraj B of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir.
This initiative marks a crucial advancement in enhancing rural agriculture, operating under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) in collaboration with the Lieutenant Governor Administration and the Central Government.
The inauguration was conducted by Rajouri District Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma. Also present were Chief Agriculture Officer Sohan Singh and Budhal’s Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Ranjan Sharma. This center will serve as a digital multi-purpose service hub for villagers, particularly farmers, providing numerous essential services.
At Kisan Khidmat Ghar, farmers can acquire seeds at subsidized rates under HADP. Additionally, registration for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana will be facilitated. Help will also be available for applications for documents such as passports, PAN cards, and payments for electricity and water bills. Furthermore, services like ration card issuance, photo printing, and various online services will be provided.
The center will be managed by local youth Afroz Hameed, who expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the central government for this initiative, stating, 'This is not merely a job, but an opportunity to serve our community.'
The villagers warmly embraced this initiative. Local elders and farmers expressed that this center will become a lifeline for them. An elderly resident remarked, 'Previously, we had to travel to the distant city for minor services; now everything is available in our village.'
Officials noted that this initiative is a vital step towards implementing the government’s Digital India mission at the grassroots level, aiming to empower the youth. Plans are underway to establish more such centers, heralding a revolutionary shift in rural governance. This center is expected to expand the reach of services and create new opportunities for employment and entrepreneurship among local youth.
