Handew

Shopian · Imam Sahib

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Citizens Digitally Empowered

5.9K+

Services Delivered

How This Centre Works

Smartpur Centre Handew works through a coordinated community-based approach to deliver digital, educational, and livelihood services. The District Coordinator conducts community mobilization, identifies local needs, and coordinates with government departments, banks to plan and implement activities. The Centre Facilitator manages the daily operations of the centre and provides governance, financial inclusion, and other citizen-centric services to beneficiaries. The Computer Academic Instructor (CAI) conducts computer education and digital literacy classes, equipping students and community members with essential digital skills.

Based on the identified needs, the centre organizes livelihood training programmes, awareness camps, financial literacy sessions, and access to online government services. Through continuous community engagement and stakeholder collaboration, Smartpur Centre Handew ensures that essential services and development opportunities reach the people effectively, with a special focus on women, youth, farmers, and other vulnerable groups.

Facilitated By

Abdul Rafia Bhat

The Centre Facilitator is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Smartpur Centre, delivering digital and governance services, assisting beneficiaries in accessing government schemes and online services, coordinating centre activities, maintaining records, supporting programme implementation, and ensuring smooth service delivery to the community.

Abdul Rafia Bhat, a B.Sc. graduate with a one-year Diploma in Computer Applications, was an unemployed youth from Handew when he was identified under the Smartpur initiative for his skills and potential. He was appointed as the Centre Facilitator at Smartpur Handew, where he began supporting the community by delivering digital services and facilitating access to government schemes. Over time, his dedication and commitment helped him expand his role. He now operates a Banking Correspondent (BC) Point at the Smartpur Centre, providing cash withdrawal, deposit, fund transfer, and other banking services to local residents. This opportunity has enabled him to earn a stable income while serving his community, making him a successful example of how the Smartpur initiative creates sustainable livelihood opportunities for rural youth.

Our Initiatives Transforming Lives

Training Program on Operating Bank Accounts

Jul 3, 2026

A Training Program on Operating Bank Accounts was organized at Smartpur Handew on 03 July 2026 in collaboration with J&K Bank Nagbal and Lead Bank Shopian. The program was graced by Mr. Anoop Kumar Sharma, AGM, RBI Srinagar, as the Special Guest. The session focused on financial literacy, digital banking, safe banking practices, government financial schemes, and the importance of using formal banking services. Participants gained practical knowledge on operating bank accounts securely and responsibly, strengthening financial inclusion and empowering the community to make better use of banking services.

Community Context

Who we serve

Farmers, Students, Senior Citizens, Labours, Women, Elderly, Persons with disabilities and other community members.

Challenges addressed

The Smartpur Centre Handew has addressed challenges such as hilly terrain and seasonal migration through regular community outreach, need-based planning, and doorstep service delivery. Continuous engagement with local residents, effective mobilization, and collaboration with stakeholders have helped ensure that essential services, awareness programmes, and livelihood opportunities reach beneficiaries despite geographical and seasonal constraints.

Insights

Key Learnings

01● Integrated services improve community participation and access to essential services. ● Community mobilization and need-based planning ensure better programme implementation. ● Collaboration with government departments enhances service delivery. ● Digital literacy and skill development increase employability and self-reliance. ● Financial literacy and awareness programmes promote informed decision-making. ● Providing multiple services under one roof makes support more accessible and convenient. ● Active community participation strengthens the sustainability and long-term impact of the centre.