SRINAGAR: Commissioner Secretary, Housing and Urban Development Department (H&UDD), Mandeep Kaur, accompanied by Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Dr. Basharat Qayoom, today conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Facility at Tengpora to assess its overall functioning, infrastructure, operational preparedness and arrangements for the care and welfare of animals housed at the facility.
During the inspection, the Commissioner Secretary reviewed the essential requirements for maintaining appropriate animal care standards and emphasised the need to ensure adequate availability of feed stock and an uninterrupted supply of essential medicines. She also directed the concerned authorities to ensure proper heating arrangements within the facility to protect the animals from the prevailing cold weather conditions.
Stressing the importance of maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic environment, Mandeep Kaur underscored the need for regular sanitation, systematic cleaning and effective upkeep of all sections of the facility. She emphasised that appropriate hygiene standards must be consistently maintained to ensure the well-being of the animals and the overall efficiency of the facility.
The Commissioner Secretary directed the concerned officers to ensure timely replenishment of essential supplies, regular monitoring of day-to-day operations and adequate attention to the care and management of animals housed at the centre. She further instructed them to identify and address any operational or infrastructural shortcomings without delay, ensuring that the facility remains adequately equipped, properly maintained and fully functional.
Reiterating the importance of animal welfare, the Commissioner Secretary stressed that the availability of essential resources, maintenance of hygienic conditions and adherence to proper care standards must remain key priorities. She called for sustained supervision, effective coordination and accountability among the concerned officials to ensure that all requisite arrangements are maintained and the facility operates smoothly and efficiently.
The inspection was attended by the Joint Commissioner (Administration), Joint Commissioner (Works), Executive Engineers and other senior officers of the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC).


