Reviews development works in Baramulla Constituency
SRINAGAR, JUNE 04: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Thursday directed the officers to expedite clearances, resolve pending issues and ensure timely completion of key developmental and public utility projects in Baramulla Assembly Constituency.
The directions, as per an official statement, were issued during a review meeting convened by the Minister at the Civil Secretariat to assess the status of ongoing development works and public welfare schemes in the constituency represented by MLA Javid Hassan Baig.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held regarding afforestation and greening initiatives for Baramulla town, pending issues related to the Janbazpora-Kandikhan Irrigation Scheme and progress on the Sheeri Lift Irrigation Schemes under Phase-I and Phase-II.
The Minister directed the concerned officers to take all necessary measures for expeditious completion of works and early resolution of the pending issues.
Regarding the establishment of the City Forest at Azad Gunj, Baramulla, Javed Rana directed the concerned officers to actively pursue the proposal pending with the Government of India. He emphasized the need for close coordination and regular follow-up with the concerned authorities so that the project is accorded due priority and taken up at the earliest.
The Minister said that the proposed City Forest would not only enhance the green cover in the area but also provide recreational spaces for the public while promoting environmental conservation and sustainable urban development.
The Minister directed the concerned officers to proactively address the pending forest-related issues, improve access to essential services in tribal habitations and ensure effective implementation of the Forest Rights Act (FRA) so that the rightful benefits envisaged under the Act reach tribal communities in a timely and transparent manner.
Regarding the Girls Hostel in Baramulla, the Minister directed to complete all the pending formalities related to its handover and takeover at the earliest.
The Minister also reviewed matters relating to the Sangri Top-Sheeri Road, Kattianwali Road and Kawhar Road, particularly issues concerning forest clearances and No Objection Certificates (NOCs). He instructed the Forest Department to facilitate timely processing of cases in accordance with prescribed norms so that developmental works are not unnecessarily delayed.
Reviewing the Delina Irrigation Scheme and major water supply schemes serving Delina, Jalsheeri and adjoining areas, Javed Rana emphasized the need to ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply and directed the Jal Shakti Department to address all technical and infrastructural deficiencies on priority.
The meeting also discussed flood protection and restoration works along Seesri Nallah.
The Minister called for comprehensive measures to safeguard the habitations and agricultural land from flood-related risks and directed the concerned agencies to prepare a time-bound action plan.
Reviewing the Chandsuma Water Supply Scheme, the Minister directed the concerned authorities to explore viable options for identification and development of a sustainable water source and take necessary steps for mobilization of resources required for the project.
He also had detailed discussion on issues related to drinking water shortage in Kalayban, Heewan, Sheeri, Kanispora and other adjoining areas. He instructed the officers to undertake immediate interventions to mitigate public inconvenience and ensure adequate water supply to affected areas.
MLA Javid Hassan Baig highlighted various development issues and put forth several demands concerning infrastructure development, drinking water supply, road connectivity, public utilities and other civic amenities in the constituency.
Several deputations and individuals from Baramulla constituency also raised certain issues related to their respective areas and urged the intervention of the Minister for their early redressal.
