JAMMU, Sep 28: Gatisheel Jammu & Kashmir 2.0, a three-day mega exhibition, commenced on Monday at the Convention Center, Indira Theater, Canal Road, Jammu, bringing together a wide range of government departments, institutions and organisations on a common platform.
The exhibition is being organised under the guidance of Jugal Kishore Sharma, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, Jammu & Kashmir, with the objective of facilitating greater awareness about government initiatives, institutional services, technology, innovation and development programmes. The initiative also seeks to contribute to Jammu’s growth and development in alignment with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
The inaugural ceremony began with ribbon cutting and traditional lamp lighting. Ansuya Jamwal, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Jammu, led the inauguration along with Hardeep Kaur, Principal, Air Force School; Keshav Chopra, social activist; and Sanjay Gupta, social activist, who attended as Guests of Honour.
The dignitaries subsequently visited various stalls and interacted with representatives of participating organisations. They appreciated the wide range of exhibits covering government schemes, emerging technologies, products, services, research, innovation and development initiatives across different sectors.
The exhibition features participation from several prominent organisations, including India Optel Limited, Troop Comforts Limited, Advanced Weapons & Equipment India Limited, National Atlas & Thematic Mapping Organisation, Reserve Bank of India, Oriental Insurance Company Limited, National Centre of Organic Farming, CSIR, Indian Maritime University, ICAR, ICMR, FSSAI, Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Bureau of Indian Standards, New Space India Limited, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Geological Survey of India, National Sugar Institute, Central Organisation for Railway Electrification, National e-Governance Division, Central Council for Research in Siddha and Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology, among others.
A special public-service facility by UIDAI has also been established at the venue, allowing eligible visitors to access Aadhaar enrolment and correction/update services, subject to applicable requirements.
The first day witnessed participation from students, youth, professionals, entrepreneurs, government representatives and members of the general public. Visitors explored the different stalls and interacted directly with participating organisations to learn about institutional initiatives, emerging technologies, public services and career-related opportunities.
Speaking on the occasion, ADC Ansuya Jamwal appreciated the initiative and said that exhibitions such as Gatisheel Jammu & Kashmir 2.0 provide young people with an opportunity to explore their skills, understand emerging career opportunities and gain direction for their future. She emphasised the importance of organising such platforms regularly to connect youth with institutions, technologies and new opportunities.
She also expressed gratitude to Jugal Kishore Sharma, Member of Parliament, for his guidance and efforts in bringing the platform to Jammu, adding that initiatives of this nature can contribute to informing, guiding and empowering the younger generation.
The exhibition is supported by several public-sector organisations. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) are the Logo Sponsors, while State Bank of India (SBI), Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) are Silver Sponsors. BHASHINI – Digital India Bhashini is associated with the event as an Associate Sponsor.
Gatisheel Jammu & Kashmir 2.0 will continue from September 28 to 30, 2026, and will remain open to visitors from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Entry is free.
The organisers have invited students, youth, entrepreneurs, professionals, industry representatives, media personnel and the general public to visit the exhibition and explore the range of initiatives, technologies, services and opportunities being showcased.