DDC Reasi Holds Public Grievance Redressal Camp at Dhansal Panchayat, Block Arnas

Reasi, January 7: To address public issues and grievances, the District Development Commissioner (DDC) Reasi, Nidhi Malik, today held a Public Grievance Redressal Camp near Government High School Dandali in Panchayat Dhansal, Block Arnas. A large number of residents from Dandali and surrounding areas participated and apprised the DDC of issues related to road connectivity, drinking water supply, power supply, healthcare, education, mobile connectivity, and other civic amenities.Representatives from Dhansal Panchayat raised demands regarding employment under SRO-43, promotion of Lapri Top as a tourist destination, opening of a Khidmat Centre, upgradation of Government High School at Dandali, improvement in mobile network services, and concessions in electricity bills.Members from Judda and Dhansal Panchayats highlighted issues concerning compensation and pending payments under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), opening of additional Anganwadi Centres, establishment of a Primary Health Centre (PHC) and a playground at Dhansal, realignment of the Kanthan–Sawalkote road constructed under PMGSY near the railway station, inclusion of eligible families under BPL, and filling of vacant posts in schools and health institutions.Similarly, representatives from Fanti demanded improved road connectivity from Fanti to Ghosai, completion of the lift irrigation scheme, opening of a bank branch, and establishment of a PHC in the area.Addressing the gathering, DDC Nidhi Malik clarified that all genuine cases under SRO-43, involving families affected by militancy-related incidents, would be provided employment as per rules. She directed the Tehsildar Arnas to verify the status of BPL inclusions and assured that all deserving households would be extended benefits. Issues related to school upgradation and filling of vacant posts, she said, would be taken up with concerned authorities for early resolution.The DDC directed the concerned departments to enquire into pending JJM payments, directed the PMGSY department to expedite road works and ensure timely completion, and emphasized that illegal dumping would not be tolerated. Directions were also issued for the release of pending land compensation.The Chief Medical Officer, Reasi, was directed to prepare estimates for the repair of the Sub-Centre building in Panchayat Dhansal. The DDC also urged the local community to identify suitable land for the development of a playground, highlighting the importance of engaging youth in constructive activities and preventing drug abuse.Assuring the public, the District Development Commissioner stated that all genuine grievances would be addressed on priority and directed concerned officers to take immediate and time-bound action on the issues raised.The camp was attended by MLA Reasi Kuldeep Raj Dubey, DDC Member Raj Kumari, ADDC Sukhdev Singh Samyal, ADC Rakesh Kumar, CPO Narinder Kumar, ACD, CEO, and other senior officers.