JAMMU: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, while inaugurating the newly constructed conference hall at the PWD Dak Bungalow in Nowshera, built at a cost of Rs 2.49 crore on Tuesday said development is prime and key priority of the Omar-led NC Government and efforts are in full swing to complete the projects on a war-footing basis.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the new facility will strengthen the administrative infrastructure of the area by providing a modern venue for official meetings, conferences and public interactions. He reiterated the government’s commitment towards creating quality public assets that enhance governance and improve the public service delivery.
Addressing the gathering of local residents, the Deputy Chief Minister highlighted the government’s focus on inclusive and people-centric development. He said that infrastructure development remains a key priority and every effort is being made to ensure that developmental projects are completed within the stipulated timeframe while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
Earlier, the Deputy Chief Minister undertook an extensive inspection of various ongoing developmental works across the Nowshera constituency, including road, bridge and other infrastructure projects. He reviewed the progress of the works and directed the concerned officers to expedite execution while ensuring transparency, quality and adherence to the prescribed timelines.
He emphasized that timely completion of public projects is essential to provide better connectivity, improved civic amenities and enhanced quality of life to the people.
The Deputy Chief Minister also held a detailed public outreach programme during which he interacted with the local residents, public representatives and various delegations. He assured them that all their genuine issues would be addressed on priority through coordinated efforts of the concerned departments.
Among those present were Additional Deputy Commissioner Nowshera, Superintending Engineer PWD, Executive Engineers and other senior officers of the district administration and line departments.
