Bandipora : The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, Friday chaired a Public Outreach Programme at Town Hall, Bandipora, to take stock of essential amenities, developmental works and issues concerning residents of the town area.
Among others, the Programme Officer ICDS, CMO, CHO, CEO MC Bandipora, Tehsildar, Executive Engineers, other district officers were present in the event, while a large gathering of the public ensured their enthusiastic participation in the program.
The programme was attended by officers of various departments, representatives of the Municipal Council, civil society, traders and members of the public.
During the programme, local residents raised several issues concerning drainage, repair and maintenance of drains, waste management, roadside parking, street lighting, public washrooms, footpaths, cleanliness of Gadar Kul and other civic amenities.
Addressing the occasion, DC stressed the importance of home composting for managing household wet waste and reducing pressure on municipal waste management syste She urged residents to adopt the practice and informed that punitive action against violations of waste management norms had come into effect from September 1, 2026.
Regarding desilting, the DC directed necessary action and asked the Irrigation Department to submit estimates. Issues concerning drains in Kaloosa, beautification of Dudh Kul and extension of Kaloosa Bridge were also reviewed.
The PDD was directed to publicize the approved power curtailment schedule and submit a proposal for a uniform curtailment schedule for shops in the town. The Jal Shakti Department was directed to improve drinking water supply in affected areas. The PWD was asked to submit a proposal for omission of the proposed Clock Tower at Gulshan Chowk under the Town Beautification Project, while the CEO Municipal Council and Traders Federation were directed to submit proposals. The ARTO was directed to meet auto-rickshaw representatives regarding roadside parking, while the CEO Municipal Council was asked to report on unlicensed vendors and traffic congestion.
Emphasizing awareness regarding the Waqar Knowledge Centre, disaster management and mandatory AgriStack registration, the DC directed concerned officers to conduct awareness programmes and camps.
She also directed CMO Bandipora to conduct awareness programmes regarding declining fertility rates and encourage people to seek professional guidance.
