DC Bandipora inspects ongoing Developmental Works, reviews Healthcare, Educational Facilities

Bandipora| Sept. 12:Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, Saturday visited and inspected various ongoing developmental works and public infrastructure projects in the district, reviewing their progress and issuing directions for timely completion, quality maintenance and improved public services.
During her visit to the Old District Hospital Bandipora, the DC inspected the progress of work on the BMO Office and stressed the need for proper handover and takeover of completed buildings. She directed the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to physically inspect all buildings to ensure their proper upkeep and utilisation.
At Ayathmulla, the DC inspected the functioning of Primary School Ayathmulla and directed the concerned authorities to ensure proper maintenance of infrastructure.
The DC also inspected the construction work at BothooZiyarat and emphasised adherence to high-quality construction standards.
During inspection of the proposed 7-km PMGSY road from Bothu to Herpora, the DC reviewed the ongoing survey and interacted with local residents to understand their concerns and expectations. She stressed that the road should provide maximum benefit to the residents while ensuring that no significant damage was caused to the environment. She further directed the concerned agencies to ensure smooth execution of the work and stated that no one would be allowed to disrupt the project.
At Sub-Centre Authwatoo, the DC inspected the functioning of the healthcare facility and took stock of the pending works and directed the CMO to ensure smooth functioning of the health centre.
The DC also interacted with locals at Authwatoo and emphasised the potential of homestays as a major source of livelihood, encouraging residents to explore homestay tourism for economic empowerment.
Later, the DC inspected the construction of the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) at Potushay, being developed for improved waste management. She stressed adherence to quality standards and directed the concerned authorities to ensure time-bound completion of the facility.