Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday chaired a review meeting to assess the pace of development works on mega projects under execution by NHIDCL, NHPC and GREF at the Conference Hall of DC Office Complex Doda.
At the outset, District Development Commissioner Doda, Vishesh Mahajan welcomed the dignitaries and a presentation was made on the achievements and progress recorded by BRO (GREF) and NHIDCL in creating and enhancing road infrastructure in District Doda and District Kishtwar.
NHPC officials also gave detailed and project-wise information to the minister. It was informed that the Hydro Electric Project (HEP) Keru will be ready for commissioning by 2024, while HEP Kwar and HEP Pakal Dal will be ready by 2026 and 2027 respectively.
Sudhamhadev Daranga Tunnel, Goha-Khalni Road, Khaleni-Khanbal Road, Khaleni Tunnel, Sangpura-Vailo Tunnel under NHIDCL were discussed and informed that the work is in progress and all the projects will be completed in stipulated time.
Addressing the demand of local representatives regarding allocation of employment in mega projects for local unemployed youth, Singh has directed DC Kishtwar Devansh Yadav to ensure their fair share in employment in all government projects under NHPC and NHIDCL.
The minister reiterated that it is the endeavor of the present government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure that the benefits of all centrally sponsored schemes are extended to the eligible people and the last man in the queue.
Singh asked the executing agencies including the administration to redouble their efforts, use latest technology and work in coordination so as to bring the prestigious development projects for improving the quality of life to reach the expectations of the public and the government Could In every part of UT especially in rural districts like Doda, Kishtwar and Ramban.
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