The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir today inspected progress on construction of various public utilities along Yatra route, facilities at transit camp Manigam in Ganderbal district.During the visit, the DC inspected lavatory blocks at various locations including Nagbal, Bus stand near SSP Office, Beehama chowk, Wayil, Manigam, Haripora and other locations along the Yatra route.While inspecting the progress on various lavatory blocks, the DC directed the concerned to expedite the progress on all ongoing works so that they get completed before the commencing of annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. He also stressed keeping surroundings clean at all public utilities and using proper signage to make them more visible.
Meanwhile, the DC also inspected the progress on under construction Rural Haat at Haripora being constructed at the cost of Rs 13.25 lakh and was briefed by the BDO Lar about the progress of work. The DC directed the BDO to expedite the work progress and development of the approach road so that it gets completed on time.The DC also visited transit camp Manigam and inspected the newly constructed lavatory blocks and directed the R&B to ensure all basic facilities are made available including water and electricity at an earliest to make them functional.He also visited various identified government schools along the Yatra route that could be used in case of any emergency during the Yatra period.The DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Farooq Ahmad Baba, CEO, BDO Lar and other concerned.