RDD secretary inspects works in Akhnoor, Pargwal

Secretary, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, conducted an extensive inspection of multiple developmental initiatives in Akhnoor and Pargwal blocks of Jammu district. The visit focused on assessing progress, addressing public concerns and reinforcing community-driven sustainability efforts.

At Sungal C panchayat, the Secretary reviewed the newly constructed plastic waste management unit, which serves three blocks and was established at a cost of Rs 65 lakh. He stressed the need to raise awareness among the local population, urging them to deposit plastic waste at designated locations instead of disposing it randomly. He also highlighted the importance of involving self-help groups in this process. He stated that the unit not only contributes to environmental protection but also generates employment opportunities.

He also reviewed the activities of self-help groups operating under the Jammu and Kashmir National Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM) and encouraged them for their products.

Responding to the request from women-led self-help groups for a kitchen shed and a sanitary complex, he directed the concerned officials to commence the construction work for the kitchen shed and CSC.