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Libraries to be built across Kangra district in phased manner, says DC

Inaugurates Panchayat Bhawan, library at Baghni

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DC Hemraj Bairwa inaugurates the Panchayat Bhawan and library constructed at Baghni Panchayat on Saturday. Kamal Jeet
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In a significant step towards promoting education and rural development, Deputy Commissioner Hemraj Bairwa on Saturday inaugurated the newly-constructed Panchayat Bhawan and Library in Baghni Panchayat, built at a cost of RS 32 lakh. Former Mayor Devendra Jaggi was also present on the occasion.

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Addressing the gathering, Bairwa announced that libraries will be constructed in various areas of the district in a phased manner to provide better study resources for the younger generation. “These libraries will serve as knowledge hubs and help students in exam preparation, while encouraging constructive engagement,” he said.

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The DC emphasised the administration’s commitment to building sports infrastructure at the panchayat-level to steer youth away from drug addiction. He also highlighted efforts being made to empower women economically through self-help groups and Him-Ira Shops. “To further boost rural entrepreneurship, the Apna Kangra App is being developed to facilitate online marketing of SHG products,” he added.

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Bairwa encouraged villagers to form milk production societies, assuring government support for milk procurement. He informed that a milk processing plant is coming up in Dhagwar, which will enhance dairy-based economic opportunities in rural areas.

“Baghni Panchayat is emerging as a model panchayat. The administration will continue to support its growth,” he stated, adding that timely resolution of public issues remains a top priority.

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Panchayat Pradhan Suresh Pappi welcomed the officials and briefed them on ongoing development works. BDO Abhinit Katyayan, DPO Alok Dhawan and other local

leaders and officials were also present.

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