KULGAM: MLA Kulgam, Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami, today chaired a review meeting at Rest House Chawalgam to assess the functioning of the Power Development Department in the constituency.
The meeting was attended by officers and officials of the department and other concerned agencies.
During the meeting, various issues related to electricity supply and power infrastructure in the constituency were discussed.
Emphasis was laid on strengthening the existing power distribution network, ensuring reliable electricity supply, and addressing public grievances in a timely manner.
Tarigami also reviewed the progress of centrally sponsored schemes, particularly the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS).
The meeting also discussed uninterrupted power supply to PHC Behibagh, where the department informed that the proposal for providing a UPS backup system to the hospital is being expedited and is expected to be finalized within a week.
The status of dedicated power supply to Lift Irrigation Hanjer was also reviewed. The department informed that estimates have already been prepared and, upon receipt of the required Administrative Approval (AA), the work will be tendered without delay.
The meeting further discussed the construction of a new Receiving Station at Katrusoo, for which demarcation of the identified land will be carried out so that the project can be taken up at the earliest.
He stressed the need for coordinated efforts to ensure the timely execution of power infrastructure projects in the district.
