Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the implementation and overall progress of the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) in the district.
During the meeting, The Deputy Commissioner reviewed NRLM interventions across various Community Development (CD) Blocks, with particular emphasis on institutional strengthening of Self Help Groups (SHGs), livelihood promotion, credit linkages, capacity building and convergence with allied departments.
The District Programme Manager (DPM), NRLM, presented a detailed performance overview through detailed presentation, highlighting overall scenario of NRLM implementation in the district. The DC sought a detailed block-wise assessment of bank linkage progress, status of credit flow to SHGs, physical achievements, identification of potential Lakhpati Didis, establishment of Agri-Nutri Gardens and formation of Producer Groups.
He directed the concerned officers to bridge gaps in capitalisation and ensure timely and adequate credit flow to all eligible SHGs. While reviewing progress achieved under non-farm livelihood enterprises, including service-oriented ventures promoted through SHGs, Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for sustained handholding, mentoring and market linkage support to emerging entrepreneurs to ensure viability of enterprises.
The DC also reviewed pendency issues at various banks and directed bank authorities to resolve the same on priority. Highlighting the importance of sustainable livelihood generation in both farm and non-farm sectors, the DC emphasised scaling up income-generating activities undertaken by SHG members stating that livelihood diversification is essential for enhancing household incomes.
The Deputy Commissioner also reviewed convergence initiatives with line departments and called for a more coordinated and integrated approach to maximise benefits for NRLM beneficiaries. He directed NRLM functionaries to ensure timely achievement of targets in close liaison with banks and line departments to ensure socio-economic empowerment of rural households in Shopian district. Among others, the meeting was attended by General Manager, DIC, LDM, CAO, CHO and representatives from concerned departments.