Drass, May 27 : Deputy Commissioner, Drass, Imteeaz Kacho on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for the new building of Government High School, Chowkiyal, and directed executing agencies to ensure timely completion of the project with emphasis on quality construction and winter-friendly infrastructure.
The school building, being constructed under the SAMAGRA scheme at an estimated cost of Rs 220 lakh, is aimed at strengthening educational infrastructure in the newly formed Drass district and improving academic facilities for students in the region.
The foundation stone ceremony was attended by Superintending Engineer, PWD (R&B) Circle Kargil, Dr. Tsewang Thinglas; Sub-Divisional Magistrate Drass, Vishal Atri (JKAS); Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Abdul Wahid; Chief Education Officer Kargil, Sonam Wangchuk; and Executive Engineer, R&B-II Division Kargil, Er. Mansoor M. Nissar, besides local residents, school authorities and students.
Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner appreciated the role of Councillor Abdul Wahid in facilitating the project and acknowledged the efforts of the Public Works Department in initiating the construction work.
Kacho stressed that the school building should be equipped to withstand harsh winter conditions and provide improved learning facilities for students throughout the year. He also expressed satisfaction over the centrally located site selected for the institution and said the facility had the potential to emerge as a model educational institution in the region.
The event featured cultural performances by school students, including traditional song and dance presentations.
Earlier, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with residents of Throngos, where issues related to education, handicraft and skill development centres, and livelihood opportunities for women were raised. He assured the residents that their concerns would be examined for appropriate follow-up and early resolution.
