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- Calls for timely, efficient execution of developmental projects
- Hands over engagement orders to Anganwadi helpers/workers
KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Masood today chaired a meeting at Mini-Secretariat here to assess the progress on implementation of various welfare schemes and developmental projects across the district.
The meeting was attended by MLA Kulgam M.Y. Tarigami; MLA Devsar, Peerzada Feroze Ahmad; District Development Council (DDC) Chairperson, Mohammad Afzal Parrey; Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan; Director Health Services Kashmir, Director School Education Kashmir, Director Colleges J&K and other officers of district administration.
In a comprehensive presentation, the Deputy Commissioner provided updates on key initiatives such as the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), Integrated Social Security Scheme (ISSS), Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), and Ayushman Bharat.
Addressing the officers during the meeting, Sakeena Masood emphasized on the significance of timely and efficient execution of developmental projects, underscoring the need for accountability and transparency at all levels. She highlighted the government’s commitment to equitable development across J&K, urging officials to adopt a proactive approach in overcoming challenges.
She assured that the Omar Abdullah led government is committed to address public grievances and achieve holistic progress. Discussions during the meeting focused on critical sectors such as healthcare, education, infrastructure development, and employment generation.
The meeting also reviewed the district’s winter preparedness, disaster management plan, and healthcare infrastructure, including staff strength and vacancies in hospitals.
MLA Kulgam, M.Y. Tarigami, while speaking in the meeting, stressed on importance of enhancing healthcare facilities at the District Hospital and introducing new educational streams in colleges. MLA Devsar, Peerzada Feroze Ahmad advocated for strengthening the health sector. Later, the Minister also handed over engagement orders to newly selected Aganwari workers/helpers.
Meanwhile , a delegation of research scholars and media graduates also met the Minister and submitted representation to introduce media studies as a subject at senior secondary education. The Minister assured them the matter will be looked into for appropriate redressal.
