Bandipore legislators review development, welfare initiatives

The three legislators representing Bandipora District Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Gurez, Nazir Ahmad Khan; MLA Bandipora, Nizam-ud-Din Bhat and MLA Sonawari, Hilal Akbar Lone on Friday conducted a joint review of the district’s developmental scenario and the progress of various schemes and projects.

A spokesperson said Deputy Commissioner) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, provided a comprehensive briefing on the status of ongoing projects, key initiatives, and developmental schemes through a detailed PowerPoint presentation.

The legislators conducted a constituency-wise and scheme-wise review of developmental works, the spokesperson said.

Officials said the MLAs also took the opportunity to highlight a range of pressing issues affecting their respective constituencies. “They sought comprehensive responses and detailed Action Taken Reports (ATRs) from the sectoral officers, emphasising accountability and the need for prompt redressal of public grievances,” the spokesperson said.

Specific concerns were raised regarding delays in project implementation, gaps in service delivery, and the effectiveness of ongoing welfare schemes.

The legislators underscored the importance of inter-departmental coordination and proactive measures to address these challenges, ensuring tangible outcomes that align with public expectations, the spokesperson noted.

“The legislators emphasised the importance of efficient resource utilidation to maximide public benefit, and urged district officers to expedite the pace of ongoing projects. They also called for prioritising the resolution of public grievances and enhancing awareness about available government schemes to alleviate the challenges faced by the people,” the spokesperson said.

Discussions during the meeting also included the works and funds provided by NHPC under its Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.