ICDS scheme
The government of Jammu and Kashmir is very keen to review the functioning of ICDS and recently Advisor to LG has sought explanation on arbitrary engagement of individuals by district offices.
He recently reviewed the functioning of the Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS) of the Social Welfare Department.
He emphasized that the ICDS is aimed primarily at providing nutrition to children, especially those from the underprivileged and far flung areas. He also reviewed issues pertaining to pending payments in this regard.
He took stock of the staff rationalization procedures being adopted by the Social Welfare Department for efficient and optimum utilization of Anganwadi Centres and the workers therein.
He called for framing fresh and clear rules to eliminate scope of ambiguity in issues pertaining to disbursal of relief, eligibility of beneficiaries and related concerns. He asked the officers for geo-tagging of every Anganwadi Centre of the UT for effective functioning of these vital institutes of the government.
Taking strong notice of arbitrary engagement of individuals by district offices, he issued directions seeking explanation and taking stern action against the erring officers. He also assessed departmental issues including those pertaining to DPCs and recruitment besides legal matters.
