Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today presided over a Public outreach program as part of the weekly Block Diwas program at Boys Higher Secondary School Manigam. Among others Additional District Development Commissioner, Manzoor Ahmad; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Chief Education Officer, District and sectorial officers attended the event, which also witnessed enthusiastic participation from civil society members and public representatives from different areas of the block.
At the outset, various delegations and individuals raised public welfare and developmental issues pertaining to their respective areas. The issues raised during the programme mainly revolved around improving healthcare and education facilities, irrigation network, road connectivity, sanitation, and public infrastructure across the block.
Residents highlighted concerns regarding the Baba Canal, revival of lift irrigation facilities, cleaning of water streams and canals, shortage of drinking water, and better command management of Dhobi Canal. Demands were also made for upgradation of schools, establishment of playgrounds in various villages and setting up of women’s college in the Block.
Officers from the concerned departments actively addressed a number of grievances and issues on the spot. They also informed them about the initiatives already underway and the measures planned for effective redressal of their issues.
The DC gave a patient hearing to all issues raised during the programme, and directed officers to take necessary action on genuine public grievances in a time-bound manner. He also stated that while it may not be feasible to upgrade schools and PHCs everywhere immediately, genuine healthcare concerns including facilities at PHCs would be examined on priority.
On the occasion, an official of the district administration highlighted the importance of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyan and emphasized collective efforts for making Ganderbal a drug-free district through active public participation and awareness at the grassroots level.
DC on the occasion emphasized that the Nasha Mukht Abhiyaan should become part of daily public discourse and called for coordinated efforts from all sections of society to eradicate drug abuse.