DC Bandipora embarks on 02-day
extensive field tour to Gurez
Inspects polling stations, assesses
arrangements at Election Strong Room, pays visit to KVK Gurez, interacts with
public
BANDIPORA MAY 02:
The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, on Thursday embarked on a two-day
extensive tour to Gurez and inspected various polling stations to assess
assured minimum facilities (AMF) and other necessary preparations to facilitate
smooth and peaceful conduct of Lok Sabha Polls-2024.
The DC, accompanied
by a team of officers, visited polling stations of Izmarg, Kanzalwan, Nyle,
Dawar, and other adjacent areas, besides inspected arrangements at the Election
Strong room established at Dawar.
During his visit to
polling stations, the DC emphasized concerned officers to ensure implementation
of ECI guidelines, guarantee voter accessibility, and maintain the integrity of
the democratic process besides stressed on completing all necessary measures
well in time.
He laid emphasis on
availability and functionality of essential amenities such as electricity,
drinking water, sanitation facilities, and accessibility ramps besides others.
At Government
Middle School Izmarg, which is also a polling station, the DC interacted with
students and took feedback regarding academic activities besides assessing
availability of basic facilities in the school.
He also paid a
visit to KVK Bagtore and took stock of various programs and training activities
carried out in KVK Bagtore.
On the way to
various areas of Gurez, including Bagtore, Kanzalwan, Nyle, Dawar, and other
areas, the DC interacted with the public, listened to their concerns and took
feedback on issues of public welfare.
The locals put
forward various issues including improvement of road infrastructure, upgradation
of basic facilities in educational institutions, availability of teachers and
subject specific lectures, upgradation of transport facilities, health
infrastructure, mobile connectivity besides other issues of public importance.
After patiently listening
to the issues and concerns of the general public, the DC passed on the spot
directions for redressal of various issues. He also assured redressal of other
genuine issues on priority.
Later, the DC
chaired a meeting of officers at Dak Bungalow Dawar Gurez to review the
functioning of different departments.
During the meeting,
the DC reviewed the functioning of health, education, animal husbandry, social
welfare, and other departments.
He emphasized
officers to work diligently in order to enhance service delivery, streamline
processes, and optimize resource utilization.
Shakeel ul Rehman
said that from having beautiful landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and diverse
potential for outdoor activities, Gurez offers a unique opportunity for
tourists seeking off-beat experiences.
He urged the
stakeholders to further develop the tourism infrastructure to attract more
tourists, thereby creating opportunities for economic growth and job creation
for youth.
The DC said that
the administration is committed to harnessing the tourism potential of Gurez
involving local youth.
He also led a
plantation drive by planting saplings within the premises of Dak Bungalow
Dawar.
During the visit to
Gurez, the DC was accompanied by SDM Gurez Mukhtar Ahmad, ACD Mumtaz Ahmad Pir,
CEO Dr. G. M Pujoo, CMO Dr. Rafi Ahmed, DySP Ahmad Shaafi, and other concerned
officers.