Srinagar, Oct 25: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Chief Spokesperson and Zadibal MLA Tanvir Sadiq on Saturday reviewed ongoing developmental works and winter preparedness with senior officials from various departments, directing them to expedite pending projects and ensure uninterrupted delivery of essential services.
The meeting, held at the Banquet Hall in Srinagar, was attended by officials from the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Health Department, Lakes Conservation and Management Authority (LCMA), Roads and Buildings Department, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL), Public Health Engineering Department and other agencies.
Sadiq stressed the need for better coordination among departments and directed officials to complete ongoing works, wherever possible, before the onset of snowfall and severe winter conditions. He said unnecessary delays should be avoided and public grievances addressed promptly.
He emphasised the need to ensure uninterrupted electricity and water supply, healthcare, sanitation and other essential services during winter, while maintaining transparency and accountability in the execution of developmental projects.
The MLA also reviewed construction works in the Zadibal constituency, including Bab-ul-Salam and Bab-ul-Noor at Dargah Hazratbal, Bab-ul-Zahra in Zadibal and the Sultan-ul-Arifeen Gate at Rainawari Chowk.
Progress on the proposed Primary Health Centre in Zadibal and road improvement works from Kathi Darwaza to Sangin Darwaza was also discussed.
Issues related to the Western Foreshore Road, sinking footpaths along Boulevard Road, drinking water supply in Zoonimar and Gali Kadal, and other Public Health Engineering works came up for discussion. Sadiq asked the concerned departments to remove bottlenecks and address pending issues on priority.
He also stressed improving sanitation, strengthening healthcare facilities and resolving hospital- and school-related issues in Mir Behri Dal.
Reaffirming his commitment to the constituency’s development, Sadiq said funds allocated to Zadibal should be utilised judiciously and equitably to ensure tangible benefits for residents. He urged officials to regularly monitor projects and remain responsive to public concerns.
