Inaugurates upgraded Block Headquarters
STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: Director Rural Development Shahnaz Akhter on Saturday conducted a surprise inspection of development works being executed under different centrally sponsored schemes here in Block Satwari.
During her visit to Panchayat Sunjwan Upper, Satwari and Chatha, the Director reviewed both completed and ongoing works under MGNREGA, PMAY and CD & Panchayat schemes. She emphasized strict adherence to the prescribed guidelines of each scheme and directed field staff to ensure timely completion of works, proper maintenance of records, and installation of Citizen Information Boards (CIBs) to enhance transparency and public awareness.
The Director also interacted with locals to listen to their grievances. She assured them that all feasible proposals falling within the mandate of the department would be duly considered for the betterment of facilities in the area.
Later, the Director inaugurated the upgraded Block Headquarters Building at Satwari, completed under the scheme “CD & Pyt, Year 2024-25”. The work included wall tiling, panelling, and other allied improvements. She underlined the importance of proper upkeep and sanitation of departmental assets, urging officials to maintain high standards of cleanliness and functionality.
The Director was accompanied by Joint Director (Administration), Avleen Kour Bali, Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Jammu, Er. Danish Rasool Mir, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat (ACP) Jammu, Shahzada Noor-Ul-Ain, Deputy Director (Planning), Ravinder Singh Rana, Block Development Officer, Satwari, Sandeep Kumar Gupta, Accounts Officer, Mukesh Kumar, along with other officers and field functionaries of the department.
