Dulloo reviews preparedness for Constitution Day celebrations
*CS lays focus on establishment & tracking of units
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 24: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today conducted an activity-wise, outcome-based comprehensive review of all 29 projects being implemented under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) aimed at boosting the Agriculture, Horticulture and Livestock sectors across the districts of Jammu and Kashmir in a structured, time-bound and result-oriented manner.
The high-level review meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department (APD), Shailendra Kumar; Managing Director, J&K Bank; Vice Chancellors of SKUAST Kashmir and Jammu; Managing Director, HADP; Heads of Departments of Agriculture Production and other concerned officers. Deputy Commissioners from all districts participated through video conferencing.
During the meeting, the Chief Secretary laid strong emphasis on achieving tangible outcomes by ensuring the establishment of targeted units under each project. He directed the department to track every unit rigorously for productivity, sustainability and success, stating that performance indicators under each project must become the hallmark of effective implementation.
He further instructed the Agriculture Production Department to formulate a roster of senior officers for frequent field visits to districts for on-ground assessment and real-time feedback. Stressing accountability and efficiency, he called for regular evaluation of progress and corrective interventions wherever required.
Taking project-wise appraisal, the Chief Secretary reviewed achievements and progress registered in each activity and sought detailed feedback from the respective Heads of Departments regarding current performance and future roadmaps to meet targets in both public and private sectors. He underlined that all HADP projects hold immense potential for income enhancement and employment generation, citing Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Hi-Tech Vegetable Cultivation, Dairy and Poultry sectors as key growth drivers.
The Additional Chief Secretary, APD, Shailendra Kumar highlighted the transformative impact of HADP on the UT’s agricultural landscape, stating that sustained and diversified growth across sectors would provide a significant economic boost to the farming community.
Managing Director, HADP, Sandeep Kumar presented a detailed overview of the programme’s performance and outcomes, informing that since its inception, HADP has facilitated the establishment of over 91,600 agricultural units across J&K, with more than 75,000 units actively monitored through the Output Tracking App (OTA). The initiative has generated an impressive 1.34 crore person-days of employment, reinforcing agriculture as a key livelihood engine in rural areas.
He further divulged that the programme has demonstrated exceptional return on investment, yielding Rs 2.24 in revenue and 87% profit for every rupee of subsidy disbursed. Cumulatively, the programme has generated a total revenue of Rs 298 crore and profits amounting to ?126 crore for unit holders operating across multiple sectors.
Meanwhile, Chief Secretary chaired a meeting to review the preparations for the grand celebration of Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) across J&K. The upcoming events on November 26, 2025, mark the culmination of the year-long commemorations of the 75th Year of adoption of the Constitution of India.
The meeting besides Principal Secretary, Culture and Commissioner Secretary, GAD was attended by Secretary, School Education; Secretary, Law; DDG, NIC; ED, Mubarak Mandi Heritage Society and other concerned officers.
During the review, the Chief Secretary emphasized the administration’s objective to take the message of the Constitution to a wider audience beyond official circles, generating a deep emotional connection and fostering public participation continuing with the great legacy it has.
He directed all departments to ensure synchronized and impactful activities on Constitution Day.
While highlighting the key components of the Action Plan for the Day to be celebrated on November 26, 2025, the Principal Secretary, Culture, Brij Mohan Sharma gave details about the finalized action plan.
The Chief Secretary urged citizens to participate in the Nationwide Week-long Campaign, which includes community dialogues, open debates, and online engagement. He called upon the public to take the “Online Pledge” and participate in the Samvidhan Quiz available on the MyGov.in portal.
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