Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary today conducted surprise inspection of several engineering offices in Jammu to assess their functioning and review progress of developmental works. The Deputy Chief Minister visited the office of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) at Bikram Chowk, Jammu, where he reviewed the overall functioning of the department and assessed the status of ongoing road projects.
He directed the officers to ensure timely execution of works while strictly adhering to prescribed quality standards. The Deputy Chief Minister stressed that improved road connectivity is vital for the socio-economic development of the region. He called upon the officials to work with dedication and accountability.
During the inspection, the Deputy Chief Minister also interacted with the officers and staff, emphasizing the importance of maintaining transparency, efficiency and responsiveness in departmental functioning. During the inspection, the Deputy Chief Minister said that every project should be completed within the stipulated timelines without compromising on quality.
Later, the Deputy Chief Minister inspected the offices of the Jammu and Kashmir Projects Construction Corporation (JKPCC) and the Design Inspection and Quality Control (DIQC) and JKPCC office at Panama Chowk in Jammu. He reviewed the operational efficiency of both the departments and took stock of the progress of various ongoing works.
Expressing the need for strengthening institutional accountability, the Deputy Chief Minister directed the officers to maintain discipline in offices, ensure regular monitoring of projects and uphold the highest standards of quality in execution.
He said that effective supervision and timely completion of projects are essential to delivering better public services and meeting the expectations of the people. He further stressed on ensuring greater efficiency, transparency and accountability in public service delivery.