KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today held a mega Public Darbar at Sanyadi DK Marg here, reaffirming the Omar Abdullah-led Government’s commitment to equitable growth and people-centric governance.
Addressing the gathering, Sakeena Itoo emphasized that the Government is focused on equitable growth, efficient governance, and people-centric policies. “Our objective is to take development to every doorstep and ensure that no citizen feels left out of the progress story,” she said.
Minister Sakeena further said that the Government led by Omar Abdullah has been formed by the vote and trust of people and the Government remains committed to inclusive development and grassroots empowerment of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, with special focus on remote and tribal areas.
The Minister appreciated the proactive participation of local residents and officials, urging them to work collectively for the region’s prosperity. She reiterated that the government is committed to ensuring timely completion of all projects with full transparency and accountability.
The Darbar witnessed an overwhelming response from the local populace mainly from Balsiran, Dodkuchan, Kandimarg, Sanyadi areas as well as representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions and youth groups, who projected various demands pertaining to roads, health facilities, education, power supply, and other public services before the Minister.
The Minister personally heard the grievances and developmental issues raised by the public and assured prompt redressal through the concerned departments. She issued on-spot directions to concerned officers for prompt redressal of genuine grievances.
In the meantime, the Minister also took stock of the progress made on the Sanyadi–Dodkuchan Bridge, being constructed by the R&B Department at an estimated cost of ₹6.23 crore.
Interacted with the officers on the occasion, the Minister stressed on early completion of the project without compromising quality of works.
Earlier, the Minister laid foundation stones for multiple road projects and sports infrastructure in DH Pora Constituency.
The road Projects for which foundation stone for Construction and Maintenance was laid include Kounsermarg Nandimarg Road to Galman at Rs. 415.49 lakhs, Seerpora to Hajampora Road at Rs. 405.68 lakhs and Bangward Dadran Road to Dadran Gujjarbasti at Rs. 283.08 lakhs.
Interacting with locals after laying foundation stone for these multiple road projects, the Minister said that these roads after upgradation works will significantly improve connectivity in these rural and far-flung areas. She added that these projects are expected to boost local trade, facilitate easier access to education and healthcare, and open up new avenues for tourism and economic activity.
During her visit to Manzgam, Minister Sakeena laid foundation stone for upgradation of playfield at Manzgam at Rs. 80.25 lakhs. The project includes establishment of change room, seating tiers, fencing and other amenities for sportsperson and local youth.
Interacting with local youth and sportspersons on the occasion, the Minister highlighted the Government’s vision to nurture young talent and promote sports as a tool for empowerment, discipline, and social harmony.
