SRINAGAR: Minister for Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired an exclusive meeting of the Tribal Affairs department to review the functioning of Gujjar & Bakerwal hostels across the Kashmir division.
The meeting was attended by the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, the Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, the Director Tribal Affairs and other officers.
The Minister had a detailed assessment of the working of the hostels with emphasis on completion of infrastructural projects, facilities for students, pre and post-matric scholarship and land acquisition among other issues.
While addressing the meeting, Javed Rana instructed the Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir and Deputy Commissioner Srinagar to resolve all land acquisition issues for fast-tracking the completion of infrastructure projects related to the welfare of tribal students. He underscored the importance of coordinated efforts among all stakeholders for the effective implementation of government schemes, stressing that the intended benefits must reach the most marginalized sections of the tribal community.
Emphasizing on the importance of holistic development for students, the Minister directed the Director of Tribal Affairs to ensure all necessary facilities are provided in hostels to foster the academic and personal growth of students.
Rana took a first-hand appraisal of the implementation of various schemes being executed for the welfare of tribal students. He also reviewed the pre and post-matric scholarship for SC/ST students and said that no student should be left behind in availing the benefits of the government schemes.
Javed Rana also sought details about the repair and renovation works being carried out in the hostels. He directed the concerned to closely monitor the progress of works for maintaining quality standards and completion within the set timelines.
