Emphasizes Timely Completion and Quality Compliance
SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today chaired a meeting with concerned officers to review the physical and financial progress of developmental projects being executed by the PWD (R&B) in the Nowshera constituency of Rajouri district under various schemes.
The discussion centered on assessing the progress and impact of ongoing projects under the PWD and PMGSY programs within the constituency.
During the review, the Deputy Chief Minister, who also serves as the MLA for Nowshera, conducted a thorough evaluation of multiple aspects of the R&B sector. This included the implementation of projects under UT Capex, City and Town (C&T), NABARD SAMAGRA, PMGSY, and related initiatives.
The Chief Engineer of PWD (R&B) Zone Pir Panjal updated the Dy CM on current and upcoming projects. He reported that under UT Capex, 38 roads with an estimated cost exceeding Rs 73.49 crore and 6 bridges costing over Rs 18.34 crore are underway. Under the C&T component, 36 ongoing projects are valued at Rs 4.66 crore, alongside 52 new projects allocated Rs 12.74 crore.
Further, the Engineer detailed 21 works under NABARD and 44 under Samagra, with estimated costs surpassing Rs 80.15 crore and Rs 8.60 crore respectively.
Throughout the review, Surinder Choudhary emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in all R&B sector projects. He also stressed the need for inter-departmental convergence to build sustainable community development assets.
The Dy CM directed the completion of all projects within the current financial year, highlighting the Kallar-Potha and Chakli Bagla bridges as key priorities that will significantly benefit local residents upon completion.
Recognizing the role of PMGSY in the socio-economic upliftment of rural areas, he instructed the Chief Engineer to prepare detailed project reports (DPRs) for at least 50 roads to be proposed under PMGSY-4 Phase II. He urged officers to ensure smooth and efficient implementation of all projects under this important scheme.
Choudhary also called on the Chief Engineer to prioritize the completion of pending works, expedite the tendering process, and maintain consistent monitoring of departmental activities.
Finally, the Deputy Chief Minister directed Executive Engineers to accelerate progress on all projects, ensuring timely completion while upholding prescribed quality standards. He emphasized adherence to deadlines so these vital infrastructure developments can be handed over to the public without delay.
