SHOPIAN: Residents of Wachi and adjoining areas on Wednesday raised demands related to public transport, road macadamisation, power supply, flood protection and healthcare facilities during a Mega Block Diwas chaired by Deputy Commissioner Shopian Charandeep Singh.
The public outreach programme was held at Public Park, Wachi, in Zainapora, where residents also sought the shifting of a high-tension power line passing through the park, desilting of irrigation canals, construction of flood protection bunds, and development of a children’s park and a library.
Other demands included additional staff and machinery for hospitals, improved electricity supply and the introduction of bus services from Shopian.
Officers from various departments responded to the issues raised by residents and provided updates on ongoing development works. The deputy commissioner assured participants that their genuine grievances would be taken up with the concerned departments for timely resolution. Some issues were addressed on the spot, officials said.
Singh directed officers to respond promptly to public grievances and ensure time-bound completion of development projects in the area.
The programme also began with a pledge under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, reaffirming the commitment to combating drug abuse.
Additional District Development Commissioner Nasir Ahmed Lone, Additional Deputy Commissioner Zakir Hussain Faaz, District Panchayat Officer Mohammed Imran, Chief Planning Officer Mudasir Ahmed, General Manager District Industries Centre Shurjil Naik, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Zainapora Bilal Ahmed, executive engineers, block development officers and other departmental representatives attended the programme.
