NOWSHERA: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary on Thursday laid foundation stone for upgradation of Conference Hall at PWD Dak Bungalow, Nowshera, and remodelling of Palaash Nowshera.
The upgradation of the conference hall, to be raised with a sanctioned cost of Rs 249.39 lakh, aims to improve conference and meeting facilities in the region.
Speaking on the occasion, Surinder Choudhary emphasised the government’s commitment towards strengthening infrastructure to facilitate efficient governance and better service delivery. He highlighted that the upgraded conference hall will serve as a modern venue for official meetings, public interactions and other important deliberations.
Additionally, the Remodelling work on Palaash Nowshera, to be done with an estimated cost of Rs 107.48 lakh, was also launched by the Deputy Chief Minister. The project aims to provide a better environment for the residents.
Officials from the Public Works Department (PWD), local administration and public representatives were present at the event. They reiterated their dedication towards ensuring the timely completion of both projects with high-quality standards.
These infrastructure development initiatives are part of the broader agenda of present administration to improve public service facilities and urban amenities in Nowshera, reinforcing the government’s focus on holistic regional development.
Meanwhile, Deputy Chief Minister conducted a public outreach program at Seri to take stock of issues and concerns of local residents besides reviewing development works there.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the public, who raised various developmental concerns and sought immediate intervention from the administration in redressal of the same.
Among the key issues highlighted by the people included construction of multi-storey building for government offices, upgradation of schools, acute shortage of teaching and medical staff in schools and Primary Health Centre (PHC) at Seri.
Additionally, the public demanded deployment of technical staff, installation of an X-ray machine and laboratory facilities, provision of a dental chair and establishment of new veterinary centres at Kalal and Sail.
Other pressing concerns included pending Administrative Approval (AAA) for a grid station, requisition of electricity poles and wires, installation of new transformers and upgradation of existing ones in various panchayats. The people also sought expeditious execution of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) works, bifurcation of panchayats and construction of check dams.
The Dy CM issued directions for prompt action and redressal of grievance of general public on priority basis.
He instructed for rationalisation of staff in schools and health institutions to address the deficiencies. He emphasised that the work under Jeevan Mission (JJM) must be executed as per guidelines to ensure water supply reaches every panchayat.
He asked the officers not to solely rely on feedback from field staff but to personally visit each panchayat and assess the ground situation.
The Dy CM reiterated that corruption would not be tolerated and firmly stated that the “commission culture” must end. He asked the concerned departments to ensure availability of essential public amenities. He ordered a strict ban on mining activities near water sources to prevent environmental degradation and safeguard drinking water supply.