RAMBAN, OCTOBER 18: Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan, today visited various areas adjoining Banihal to listen to public grievances, assess local issues and facilitate their timely redressal.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Varunjeet Singh Charak; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Shokat Hayat Mattoo; Sub-Divisional Magistrate Banihal, Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan; Tehsildar Ramban, Deep Kumar; and other concerned officers.
During the visit, various deputations and individuals at Shabanwas apprised the Deputy Commissioner of their grievances and demands, particularly those related to road connectivity, power supply, drinking water and other essential civic amenities.
The Deputy Commissioner gave a patient hearing to the people and interacted with local residents and concerned officers to assess the issues raised and identify measures for their prompt resolution.
Taking cognizance of the demand for improvement of the Shabanwas–Bankoot road stretch up to Government Degree College, the Deputy Commissioner directed the SDM Banihal and officers of the Public Works Department (PWD) to coordinate with local residents and ensure completion of the work.
The Deputy Commissioner also directed the concerned departments to take note of issues falling within their respective jurisdictions and initiate appropriate follow-up action for the timely redressal of public grievances.
Emphasizing the importance of field visits and direct interaction with the public, he called for greater accountability, responsive governance and improved public service delivery.
The Deputy Commissioner directed all officers to ensure that genuine public concerns, particularly those of residents living in far-flung areas, are addressed in a coordinated and time-bound manner.
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