Continuing its efforts to raise awareness on various aspects associated with COVID-19 pandemic, District Administration Baramulla in collaboration with NGOs, Help Foundation J&K and Human Aid Society today organized a day long awareness cum sensitization programme on ‘Prevention of COVID-19 and Vaccination Process’ at Alhuda College Pattan.Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Dr G N Itoo presided over the programme whereas SDM Pattan Syed Faheem participated in the programme as the guest of honor.On the occasion, various speakers threw light on different aspects and necessary measures that needed to be followed to control further spread of COVID-19. They also presented their valuable suggestions and feedback in this regard.The DC, in his address, complimented the participants and underlined the role of different stakeholders that can be played to combat the challenge. He informed that by the end of this month, a vaccination drive may be launched and in the first phase, about ten thousand persons including frontline workers may get vaccinated.The DC urged the participants to strictly follow all the requisite SOPs and guidelines for averting further exigencies and added that the challenge of COVID-19 has not faded away and there is a need to adopt preventive measures in letter and spirit.He deliberated for using face masks and maintaining social distancing especially at public places so as to mitigate the risk of infection.Meanwhile, religious and community leaders, civil society members among other concerned prominent citizens participated in the programme.