Jammu: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology and Environment, and Tribal Affairs Javed Ahmed Rana on Saturday reviewed the progress of developmental works and utilisation of funds under various schemes in Poonch district.
The review covered works under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), Tribal Plan, Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), UT Capex and other development programmes.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Planning Officer, Assistant Commissioner Development, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat and Executive Engineer of the Rural Engineering Wing in Poonch.
Rana assessed the pace of ongoing works, reviewed their physical and financial progress and discussed bottlenecks affecting implementation. He stressed the need for better coordination among departments to resolve issues and ensure timely completion of projects.
Officials briefed the minister on the status of works under their respective jurisdictions and flagged issues requiring intervention to expedite implementation.
Rana said the government was committed to strengthening grassroots infrastructure and ensuring that development schemes delivered tangible benefits to people. He emphasised that funds should be utilised effectively and projects completed within stipulated timelines.
He also called for regular monitoring, accountability and inter-departmental coordination, particularly in border and remote areas, to promote balanced development and improve public service delivery.
The minister directed officers to expedite pending works and maintain quality standards, assuring them of the government’s support in addressing implementation-related challenges.