In a proactive move to connect with the people and address their concerns, Commissioner Secretary of the Social Welfare Department, Sheetal Nanda, presided over a mega public darbar at Mangloor Panchayat in the Dinga Amb block. The event saw the participation of key officials, including Deputy Commissioner Dr Rakesh Minhas, Additional District Development Commissioner Ankur Mahajan, and Sub Divisional Magistrate Hiranagar, among others.
During the public darbar, Commissioner Secretary Sheetal Nanda actively engaged with the local population, listening to their grievances and taking stock of their demands. The event garnered an overwhelming response from the public, with individuals and various delegations expressing their developmental issues and seeking intervention for their resolution.
Several delegations, including former BDC Chairman Barnoti, led by Brijeshwar Singh, presented memoranda outlining their specific demands. The public darbar was hailed by the delegations as an effective platform for voicing concerns and expediting the resolution of public issues through the administration’s appropriate channels.
Commissioner Secretary Nanda, in response to the delegations, issued on-the-spot directions to the concerned officers, urging them to address the grievances in a time-bound manner. She assured the individuals and delegations that their issues and demands would be considered on a merit basis.
Emphasizing the government’s commitment to providing basic facilities and services to the public efficiently, Commissioner Secretary Nanda directed officers to personally visit their respective areas to assess public problems for speedy resolution.
Deputy Commissioner Dr Rakesh Minhas welcomed the participants and provided insights into the district profile. During the public darbar, DDC member Nagrota Gujjroo raised issues related to the inclusion of Ramkote area in the PWD Billawar sub-division, provision of infrastructure for DDC, BDC, and panchayat buildings, flood protection measures, promotion of solar panels, and the early allotment of proposed roads.
Various other delegations highlighted concerns such as the completion of road projects, road connectivity, bridges, shortage of drinking water, and the need for healthcare and skill development centers. Commissioner Secretary Nanda assured swift action on the issues raised and reiterated the government’s commitment to addressing the needs of the public in a timely manner.