RAJOURI: In a proactive effort to monitor and enhance the progress of Rural Development Department Schemes, the Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Vikas Kundal today conducted a comprehensive review meeting focusing on several crucial developmental programs.
The meeting, which featured a detailed examination of key projects, reaffirmed the commitment of the district administration to advancing rural development and improving the quality of works.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) and Awas Plus, the DC undertook a thorough review block-wise. It was informed that out of a target, an impressive 31,480 houses have already been successfully completed. Noting a gap between the first and second installment, the DC emphasized the need to bridge the gap at the earliest.
The DC asked the officers to expedite the achievement of targets under PMAY-G and Awas Plus, highlighting the importance of providing quality housing to those in need.
While talking a review of the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Phase II, the DC inquired about the progress of door-to-door waste collection, learning that this essential service is being efficiently carried out in all 312 panchayats within the district. The review also included a comprehensive overview of the construction of Individual Household Latrines (IHHL) units, with an impressive 123,528 units completed so far. Additionally, the progress of community soakage pits, segregation sheds, and community compost pits was discussed, underscoring the importance of effective waste management and environmental sustainability in the district.
Taking note of the progress under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), it was reported that out of the initiated works, 2,126 have already been successfully completed in the financial year 2023-24, with 6,022 works still in progress. For works funded under the District Capex budget, out of 4,143 approved works, 640 have been successfully completed, while 2,301 have already been allotted.
The DC emphasized the need for a speedy allotment of these works, ensuring that the region benefits from the development schemes.
The meeting was attended by CPO Mohammad Khurshid, ACD Vijay Kumar, ACP Sheraz Chowhan, DPO Auqil Nuvaid, EXEN REW Zahir Khan and Block Development Officers.