Cooperative department Kashmir commemorates ‘International Year of Cooperatives’ at Srinagar

 

SRINAGAR, JULY 03: The Department of Cooperatives today organized a Divisional Level function at Tagore Hall here to commemorate the International Year of Cooperatives 2025, as declared by the United Nations under the global theme: ‘Cooperatives Build a Better World’.

Registrar, Cooperative Societies, Mohammad Shafiq Chak was the Chief Guest on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Registrar Cooperative Societies highlighted the transformative power of cooperatives in building a sustainable and economically viable society. He said that cooperatives are more than economic enterprises and are value-driven organizations built on solidarity and mutual support.

The Registrar also spoke about the roadmap for cooperative movement in Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on digital integration, capacity building, financial literacy, and easier access to credit facilities for grassroots organizations.

In his welcome address, Additional Registrar, Cooperative Societies, Kashmir, Bashir Ahmad Wani highlighted the vital role of cooperatives in driving sustainable economic development, inclusive growth, and youth empowerment within the Union Territory.

He shared the department’s vision for the cooperative movement in Jammu and Kashmir and emphasized the revival of primary cooperative societies, particularly in agriculture, dairy, handicrafts, and rural credit—contributing to the economic upliftment of the region.

Speakers from various cooperative societies shared personal insights into how the cooperative movement has transformed their lives and positively impacted their communities, underscoring the movement’s grassroots strength and social value.

Later, the Registrar also inspected exhibition stalls set up by various cooperative societies and held brief, engaging interactions with their representatives.

The event also featured cultural performances, showcasing the cooperative ethos and community spirit unique to the region.

A special segment of the event included the felicitation of Best Performing Cooperative Societies as well as outstanding departmental officers and officials from across Kashmir Division, recognizing their contributions to the sector.