Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today visited Banihal and Khari to assess the status of essential services and supplies besides listening to the grievances of people at their doorsteps. SSP Arun Gupta; Sub-Divisional Magistrate Banihal Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan; Assistant Director FCS&CA Niamatullah Sheikh; Executive Engineers of PMGSY, PWD, Jal Shakti and REW, along with other concerned officers, were present during the visit.
During the tour, the Deputy Commissioner met several deputations and individuals who apprised him of their issues and demands. He patiently listened to the grievances and resolved most of them on the spot by issuing directions to the concerned officers.
The Deputy Commissioner also reviewed the status of essential services including power and water supply, healthcare facilities, sanitation and road connectivity in the areas. He directed the concerned departments to ensure uninterrupted delivery of services, particularly keeping in view public convenience and the prevailing weather conditions.
The DC also reviewed the progress of ongoing developmental works in the Sub-Division. He assessed the status of the infrastructure projects and instructed the executing agencies to expedite the pace of work while strictly maintaining quality standards to ensure their timely completion.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with shopkeepers and members of civil society to seek feedback regarding the availability and pricing of essential commodities and other civic issues. He directed the concerned officers to maintain strict vigilance against overpricing, hoarding and black marketing.
Stressing transparency, he instructed shopkeepers to display updated rate lists and maintain proper hygiene standards in their establishments. Emphasizing people-centric governance and public welfare, the Deputy Commissioner assured the public that their genuine concerns would be addressed on priority.