STATE TIMES NEWS
NOWSHERA: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, on Saturday convened an introductory meeting with the district officers of Rajouri at Nowshera to ensure prompt public service delivery while extending good governance at people’s doorstep.
During the meeting, Additional District Development Commissioner Rajouri, Raj Kumar Thapa, provided a comprehensive briefing on the functioning of different departments in Rajouri. In his address, Surinder Choudhary emphasized the importance of prioritizing the needs of general public. He directed all district offices to process files and requests from citizens on priority basis, ensuring that public grievances are addressed promptly and efficiently. “Our commitment is towards ensuring complete welfare of the people. Every file that impacts the lives of our citizens must be handled with urgency,” he stated. The Dy CM also reiterated the government’s stance on maintaining integrity and accountability within public service. He announced zero-tolerance policy against corruption and drug-related activities, calling for a collaborative effort from all departments to combat these issues. “We must work together to create a transparent and accountable administrative framework that serves the people without compromise,” he asserted. Surinder Choudhary directed the officials to conduct gram sabhas (village assemblies) before finalizing any developmental plans. “Engagement with the community is vital. We need to ensure that development is aligned with the aspirations of our citizens,” he added.