Doda : Divisional Commissioner Jammu Vikas Kundal on Friday reviewed the developmental scenario in Doda district, stressing the timely completion of infrastructure projects, improved road connectivity and effective implementation of government welfare schemes.
Chairing a comprehensive review meeting at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex, the Divisional Commissioner assessed the physical and financial progress of ongoing projects and examined the ground-level impact of various government initiatives.
Deputy Commissioner Krishan Lal briefed the meeting on the district’s developmental profile, sector-wise achievements, ongoing projects and implementation challenges through a detailed presentation.
Reviewing major infrastructure projects, Kundal emphasised the completion of the multi-storey car parking facility in Doda town, besides taking stock of the alignment of National Highway-244 and ongoing road upgradation works.
He directed the General Manager of NHIDCL to expedite ongoing works, remove bottlenecks and ensure completion within stipulated timelines while maintaining quality standards.
The progress of projects under PMGSY-I and PMGSY-II, NABARD, SASCI and other road development programmes was also reviewed. The Divisional Commissioner stressed accelerated macadamisation and upgradation of roads, particularly in remote and far-flung areas, to improve connectivity.
He directed the concerned departments to address pending issues relating to land compensation and forest clearances within a stipulated timeframe to prevent delays in project execution.
Reviewing the Jal Shakti sector, the Divisional Commissioner assessed the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission, including the progress of Functional Household Tap Connections and ongoing water supply schemes. The AMRUT scheme and initiatives under Irrigation and Flood Control were also discussed.
The power sector came under review, with particular focus on projects under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). Kundal directed officials to strengthen distribution infrastructure, improve the reliability of electricity supply and expedite pending works to ensure uninterrupted power supply, particularly during winter.
Taking stock of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin, he instructed officers to intensify efforts to achieve targets and ensure timely construction of houses for all eligible rural beneficiaries.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Krishan Lal, Additional Deputy Commissioners Anil Kumar Thakur and Sunil Kumar Butyal, Chief Planning Officer Manesh Kumar Manhas, ASP Headquarters Mohammad Aslam, heads of various departments and representatives of executing agencies.
The Divisional Commissioner stressed coordinated efforts among departments and executing agencies to ensure that developmental projects translate into tangible benefits for the people of Doda.
