Minister reviews progress on snow clearance operation in Kupwara

Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Javed Ahmad Dar, and Adviser to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, on Monday impressed upon the officers of Kupwara district administration to work with utmost dedication and coordination to tackle any situation facing the people of this far-flung and frontier district during the snowfall period.

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The duo jointly chaired a meeting of district and sectoral officers at Kupwara held to review progress on snow clearance and restoration of essential services after recent spell of snowfall in the district.

Among others, Lolab MLA Qaiser Jamsheed Lone, Langate MLA Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh and Kupwara Deputy Commissioner Ayushi Sudan were present in the meeting.

Dar impressed upon the officers to be friendly and humane with the people who have a lot of expectations with the administration and the government in resolving their issues. Wani impressed upon the officers to ensure stronger coordination at all levels to effectively tackle any situation during the snowfall season.

On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner apprised them about the progress on snow clearance and status of power and water supply in the district post snowfall.

Sudan informed that 150 km road length out of 243.5 km falling under R&B department stands cleared from the snow. Besides, 65 km out of 183 km have been cleared by PMGSY. Out of 150 km road length falling under BRO, 50 km stands cleared. Besides, 124 km have also been cleared by the MED department.

Dar directed the officers to intensify the efforts and ensure clearance of all roads falling under their jurisdiction. The Minister was informed that low voltage power supply impacts the proper functioning of water supply schemes in Lolab sub division which are majorly lift based schemes.

PDP MLA takes a dig at Wani

Meanwhile, PDP MLA from Kupwara Fayaz Mir said took a dig at CM’s Adviser Nasir Aslam Wani. “I have been chosen MLA by my people. And more than any time in the past, the sanctity of the institution of MLA is under threat. As long as I am the MLA, I will protect the sanctity of this institution,” he said.

“May I ask the government what is the legal and political stature of the Adviser. He instructs the Deputy Commissioner, who in turn instructs the PA to send an invitation to MLAs.”

He added, “A humble advice to the Minister. If you are serious about the institutional supremacy of the Assembly and restoration of statehood start respecting your fellow MLAs. There are 6 MLAs in this district. Call them. Text them. If you are serious.”

“Please stop these photo sessions. Summoning officers will mean taking them away from work. Let them do their work. Let me know where you are. I will send the camera crew there for your photo sessions. Don’t disturb the officers,” added Mir.