Jammu : Minister for Tribal Affairs, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs and Transport, Javed Ahmed Rana, Monday chaired a review meeting at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, to assess the progress of Jal Shakti and Irrigation & Flood Control works in Mendhar Constituency of Poonch district.
The Minister had a detailed review of functioning and progress of the Jal Shakti and Irrigation works in Mendhar, with focus on implementation of developmental works, physical and financial progress besides scheme-wise utilisation of funds.
The concerned Executive Engineers apprised the Minister of the latest status of ongoing works, funds released and expenditure incurred under various schemes.
Emphasising the importance of strengthening the public infrastructure and ensuring improved service delivery, Rana called upon the officers to maintain close coordination and adopt a result-oriented approach towards the execution of developmental projects. He stressed that the timely completion of water supply schemes must remain a priority to ensure reliable access to drinking water for people, particularly in areas facing challenges in water availability.
“The government is committed to ensure equitable access to basic amenities and improve the quality of life of people, particularly in far-flung and underserved areas. Developmental works must translate into tangible benefits for the people on ground,” asserted the Minister.
Reviewing the progress of irrigation works in Mendhar, Javed Ahmed Rana directed the officers to expedite the ongoing projects, ensure quality execution and adhere to stipulated timelines. He emphasised the need for regular field inspections, effective monitoring and close coordination among the concerned agencies to address implementation-related issues and ensure timely completion of projects for the benefit of the local population.
“Officers must ensure that public funds are utilised judiciously and that every project progresses in accordance with its prescribed timelines. Effective monitoring and timely intervention are essential to overcome the bottlenecks and ensure quality execution of works,” he said.
The Minister also emphasised the importance of coordinated efforts between the Jal Shakti and Irrigation & Flood Control departments to address local infrastructure requirements and ensure that developmental initiatives respond effectively to the needs of the people of Mendhar.
The meeting was attended by Chief Engineer, Jal Shakti, Jammu; Chief Engineer, Irrigation & Flood Control, Jammu; Superintending Engineer, Hydraulic Circle, Poonch; Executive Engineer, Jal Shakti (PHE) Division, Mendhar; and Executive Engineer, Irrigation & Flood Control Division, Poonch, besides concerned Assistant Executive Engineers, Assistant Engineers and Junior Engineers of Mendhar Constituency.
