ANANTNAG: As a sequel to government’s initiatives of addressing the public issues and grievances at their doorstep, Secretary Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, Anil Koul, today convened a mega public darbar here at Qazigund.
During the event, the Secretary emphasized the pivotal role of such public outreach programs in bridging gap between the administration and the citizens. He highlighted the significance of senior government officials engaging directly with the people to assess and address their issues and concerns.
The initiative aims to provide a platform for the local residents to voice their concerns, share feedback, and seek resolutions to various issues affecting the community.
Anil Koul, along with other officials from the department, actively engaged with the attendees to understand their needs and challenges.
Heads of various government departments including Revenue, Police, Power, Health, Education, Public Works, Agriculture, and allied departments, were present to address sector specific concerns of the people present during the public darbar.
The Secretary, after listening to grievances and demands of the public, sought on the spot response from the concerned district officers present in the grievance redressal camp. He assured the public that all genuine demands and issues projected by them will be looked into on priority for redressal.
Anil Koul also gave on the spot directions to the officers of line departments for time bound redressal of the public issues. He emphasized on cent percent implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes on ground with visible impact for overall development and welfare of the people. He also stressed on saturation of Social Security Schemes by covering all left out beneficiaries.
The Secretary commended the youth of Anantnag district for increasingly venturing into entrepreneurship. He noted that entrepreneurship has the potential to serve as an untapped source of economic growth, with entrepreneurs evolving into job providers rather than job seekers.
Acknowledging Anantnag’s reputation, he emphasized the vast opportunities available in other sectors such as sheep farming, dairy farming, and trout fish farming. He pointed out that the district’s favorable geographical location makes it conducive for diversifying into these areas.
He urged upon the unemployed youth to take advantage of various government schemes and explore opportunities in these sectors. By doing so, they can contribute to the generation of dignified employment avenues, fostering economic growth in the district, he asserted. He emphasized the need for the community to be aware of the government initiatives, ensuring sustainable development and prosperity of the district.
Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, SF. Hamid, said that the decisions taken during previous public grievance redressal camp with regard to redressal of public issues and demands are being implemented in letter and spirit for the public good. He added that timely redressal of public grievances and their quality disposal in a time bound manner is among top priorities of the present administration.
The locals commended the proactive approach of the government in reaching out to the community and finding solutions to their problems.
The Secretary expressed gratitude to the residents of Qazigund for their active participation and encouraged continued engagement in the future. Such interactions play a crucial role in building a resilient and well informed community, he maintained.