The District Information Centre (DIC) Bandipora, in collaboration with the District Administration Bandipora, organized an Interaction-cum-Felicitation Ceremony for media persons on Saturday at the Mini Secretariat, Bandipora.
The event was presided over by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, and attended by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Mohammad Ashraf Bhatt, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Zaffar Husson Shawl, District Information Officer (DIO), Aadil Manzoor Wani besides media persons.
Addressing the function, DC acknowledged the pivotal role of the media in highlighting public issues, disseminating information, and fostering awareness among the masses. He lauded the role of media in highlighting developmental, social, and administrative achievements & progress.
He emphasized the importance of constructive collaboration between the District Administration and the media, highlighting that such synergy is essential for promoting transparency, accountability, and public welfare.
He stated that the felicitation ceremony is aimed to recognizing the media as a vital stakeholder in the district’s development. On the occasion, media persons from various outlets were felicitated & presented mementos for their remarkable contributions in the implementation of developmental works & schemes.