DC Srinagar inspects key ongoing development works at Children's Hospital Bemina and Revenue Complex Shalteng

• Stresses close coordination among executing agencies for timely completion of development works to enhance public amenities and strengthen government service delivery

SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, on Tuesday conducted an extensive inspection of the ongoing development works on the Foot Over Bridge (FOB) near Children's Hospital Bemina and the Attendant Sarai/Accommodation being constructed within the hospital premises. He also took onsite review of the works on construction of Revenue Complex Shalteng. The visit was aimed at reviewing the progress of these key public infrastructure projects and ensuring their timely completion.

At Children Hospital Bemina, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the ongoing construction of the Foot Over Bridge (FOB) near the hospital. He reviewed the physical progress of the project and stressed the need to expedite the works so that the bridge can be made operational at the earliest. He noted that the FOB, equipped with escalators, will provide a safe and convenient passage for pedestrians, particularly patients, attendants and local residents, while also helping regulate traffic movement in the busy hospital area.

The DC also inspected the construction site of the Attendant Sarai at Children's Hospital Bemina and reviewed the status of the facility being developed to provide comfortable accommodation and essential amenities for attendants accompanying patients from different parts of the Kashmir Valley. He directed the executing agency to ensure the timely completion of the project so that the facility can be dedicated to the public at the earliest.

Earlier, at the Revenue Complex, Shalteng, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the construction of the new Tehsil Office and the Office building of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) West. He assessed the quality of construction works and the pace of work being carried out by the executing agency.

On the occasion, the DC was apprised that the upcoming Tehsil Office will house key functional spaces, including the Tehsildar's Room, Tehsildar's Courtroom, Waiting Area, Naib Tehsildar's Room, Staff Room, Meeting Room, Computer Room, Establishment Section, and Record Room, among other facilities. He was informed that the building is nearing completion and will soon be ready for official use. The DC also inspected the proposed construction site for construction of Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) West, being constructed adjacent to the new Tehsil Office.

The DC emphasized the importance of expediting the construction works and directed the executing agency to accelerate the pace of work while ensuring strict adherence to quality standards. He underscored that the project is vital for enhancing public service delivery and strengthening the revenue administration in the area. He observed that the new Revenue Complex will significantly strengthen the administrative infrastructure by providing modern office space and improved facilities for Government Officials as well as the general public.

While interacting with the Officers and Engineers on site, the Deputy Commissioner instructed them to maintain close coordination for the smooth execution of all projects. He stressed strict adherence to approved construction specifications and safety protocols while ensuring the efficient utilization of public resources. He further urged all executing agencies to maintain the momentum of work and complete the projects within the prescribed timelines for the benefit of the public.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Joint commissioner SMC, Nuzhat Khurshid, Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, Superintending Engineer, R&B, Shabir Ahmad, SDM West, Irfan Bahadur, Executive Engineer PCD-Ist, Nasir Ahmad, Executive Engineer R&B, Yasir Ahmad, Medical Superintendent Children Hospital, Dr A.R Para and other concerned Officers.