Srinagar: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Wednesday directed concerned departments to expedite the resolution of pending issues affecting the Jhelum Water Transport Project.
Chairing a high-level meeting, Garg reviewed bottlenecks requiring inter-departmental coordination for developing water transport facilities along the River Jhelum.
The meeting discussed road widening and tree removal at Gund Parang, disposal of treated wastewater, and provision of electricity connections and water supply at eight identified locations.
The Divisional Commissioner also reviewed the shifting of electrical utilities at Maharaj Gunj and Pantha Chowk, improvement of approach roads at Sumbal and Sangam, and removal of barricading at Amira Kadal.
Other issues included shifting of houseboats wherever required, renovation of the Chattabal Navigational Lock and relocation of stone-chiselling units and dress vendors operating at Pantha Chowk.
Garg directed the departments to resolve pending issues on priority and ensure close coordination to prevent further delays. He said the project was being closely monitored by the Government of India and called for expediting preparatory works, particularly the shifting of utilities.