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Hello Jammu News at 8:30:00 PM 0

KATHUA, SEPTEMBER 06: District Development Commissioner, Kathua, Rohit Khajuria today convened a meeting of District Officers to finalize the convergence plan under MGNREGA for the year 2018-19.
During the meeting, the DDC directed all the line departments to converge their plan with MGNREGA so that more labor oriented works can be executed for which corresponding material component would be utilized for pending material liabilities of district.
The DDC asked the DFO Forestry to take up the fencing of encroached state land which has been recovered recently. He further directed the concerned officers to initiate the work for development of playfields, water conservation works, farm ponds and viable works during the current year.
It was further decided to construct 2055 PMAY-G houses, 34 Panchayat Ghars, 52 sanitary complexes, 50 play fields, 20 Anganwari Centres, 16 harvesting tanks besides planting 40,000 saplings under convergence mode in addition to other activities under Fisheries and Social Forestry. 
Earlier, ACD Kathua informed the chair that funds under MGNREGA may be utilized under convergence plan mode with similar contributions from line departments in respect of permissible activities.
The meeting was attended by ADDC Kathua, Shubra Sharma, ACD, Sukhpal Singh, CPO, Raghubir Singh, DPO, CAO, Project Officer IWMP, DFOs and other district officers.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:08:00 PM 0

RAJOURI, JULY 20: District Development Commissioner Mohammad Aijaz Asad today ordered suspension of an Executive Officer, attachment of a Block Development Officer and withheld salaries of 30 officials of health department, even as he sought explanation from CMO, BMO Nowshera, Sunderbani, Darhal, Kalakote and Manjakote for their failure to enforce discipline and punctuality of officials in health institutions under their control.
The Executive Officer Municipality Sunderbani was suspended for remaining absent in a meeting chaired by DDC to review the arrangements for Budha Amarnath Yatra.
The action against the officer was taken for leaving the station, despite explicit directions from district administration against leaving the station without prior permission.
The DDC also ordered attachment of BDO Darhal in view of complaints of delay in MGNREGA payments against him during a public meeting on July 19, 2018.
Pertinently, the said Block Development Officer also skipped the meeting during review of achievements of RDD by the DDC.
The salary of 30 health department officials posted at PHCs and health sub-centres which were found locked during surprise inspections by a team on July 10, 2018 and July 18, 2018 were also withheld to discourage absenteeism among the employees.
 Earlier, Additional Deputy Commissioner was appointed as inquiry officer and explanation sought from all these employees.
Meanwhile, instructions were issued to the controlling officers/DDOs to regularly monitor attendance in their own and subordinate offices especially in remote areas to ensure effective delivery of essential services.
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Hello Jammu News at 7:18:00 PM 0

SRINAGAR, JULY 20: Stressing the importance to bring transparency and accountability in the implementation of the MGNREGA scheme, the Secretary, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Sheetal Nanda today directed the recently-appointed Ombudsmen to redress all genuine grievances related to MGNREGA works at the district level.
Nanda asked the Social Audit Resource persons to create awareness among the people so that quality work can be maintained as per the guidelines.
These instructions were issued in a meeting held at Directorate Rural Development, Lal Mandi with Ombudsmen and Social Audit Resource Persons.
Chairing the meeting, Nanda said that the beneficiaries should know their complete rights and provisions of the MGNREGA scheme so that they can avail all the benefits of the scheme.
She reiterated that MGNREGA provides livelihood across rural India including the rural areas of Jammu and Kashmir. She said more and more awareness needs to be created about the rights and provisions of the scheme so that more employment is generated among the rural poor.
She added that the beneficiaries should demand work by themselves for which awareness is a prerequisite. She further said that people should know the kind of work that are being construction, the quality of works and whether those are beneficial to general public or not.
She directed the Ombudsmen to start hearing the grievances so that complainants can visit them and get their grievances redressed.
She further directed that the Good Governance initiatives of the Department should be visible on the ground level.
The Rural Development Department has engaged 11 Ombudsmen in 22 Districts of Jammu and Kashmir for the redressal of MGNREGA related grievances and has a force of 16 District Resource Persons in its Social Audit Society
The meeting was attended by Director Rural Development, Kashmir, Qazi Sarwar, Additional Secretary to Government, Department of Rural Development, Rakesh Badyal and Ombudsmen and the Social Audit Unit Officials.
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Hello Jammu News at 7:22:00 PM 0

SRINAGAR, JULY 17:  Secretary Rural Development Department, Sheetal Nanda today chaired a meeting to review the progress of works under the Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP).
During the meeting, the Secretary asked the IWMP authorities to submit the Utilization Certificate (UC) for funds provided to them and clear all the pending liabilities by next week.
Project maps of various districts were discussed in the meeting and it was stressed that no work should be done outside the project area and strict monitoring through G/S coordinators should be ensured by CEO IWMP.
Nanda also stressed on devising convergence plans with MGNREGA which would result in taking up of more works by IWMP. She directed that convergence plan should be framed with the consultation of respective ACDs.
To ensure transparency, she directed that photographs of completed works should be updated on the Bhuvan portal before 30th July and the details regarding works should be uploaded on MIS within a week.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the Locational Action Plan and prioritized works for the current financial year.
Chief Executive Officer IWMP Farooq Ahmad briefed the meeting regarding the status of IWMP works and the issues to be addressed.
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Hello Jammu News at 7:18:00 PM 0

BUDGAM, JULY 17:  Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Baseer Ahmad Khan, today convened a meeting to review overall development scenario of Budgam and various directions issued by the Governor during his recent visit to the district.
During the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Dr Syed Sehrish Asgar briefed the Div Com about the overall development scenario and various bottlenecks that require the intervention of divisional administration for carrying out work smoothly on development projects.
An in-depth review of CSS schemes being executed under CRF and NABARD schemes of R&B, PMGSY, I&FC, PHE, PDD,PMGSY, RDD, SBM, Health, and Education was also undertaken in the meeting. 
On the occasion, the Divisional Commissioner directed the Deputy Commissioner to hold separate meetings with various departments to expedite land acquisition process for development projects.
Further, he urged the engineering wings to redouble their efforts and ensure implementation of projects within set timelines. He directed the Deputy Commissioner to issue a circular with regard to shifting/ creation of utilities so that all the engineering wings work in unison and durability of assets created is not affected due to lack of coordination and thereby also avoiding double expenditure.
The meeting was informed that under CRF, six projects including five roads and one bridge at a total cost of Rs. 94.31 crore with a target of 76.25 km was being implemented and out of which 25 km macadamization has been achieved and 10 km has been completed under Grade II and 47.5km is expected to be completed under BT.
Taking an in-depth review of PMGSY, the meeting was informed that 80 out of 97 works have been completed under phase III to Phase X.       The Divisional Commissioner directed for verification and submission of utilization certificates under the CRF scheme. With regard to ICDS, distribution of books in schools and mid-day meal schemes, he directed constitution of committees that would ensure fidelity and submit fortnightly reports.
Taking a review of schemes under RDD, the Divisional Commissioner directed the concerned to ensure that there is no duplicity with regard to identification of beneficiaries under PMAY and to implement MGNREGA on convergence model so that the demand-driven nature of the scheme can be leveraged to address infrastructure deficit.
Similarly, Fire and Emergency Services authorities were asked to place an indent for shifting of their location after ascertaining the feasibility of the identified land for relocation by Directorate of F&ES.
 Underscoring the importance of youth engagement programmes, he asked the constituted task force to submit a report with regard to the construction of synthetic turfs in various schools.
Similarly, under SBM, the Divisional Commissioner directed the ADDC to physically verify the toilets constructed so far and also to look into the various bottlenecks hindering implementation of the scheme so that cent per cent coverage is achieved immediately.
Taking a review of the decisions taken during the Governor’s visit, the meeting was informed that audit of filtration plants, identification of schemes that could be completed immediately by way of augmentation of funds has already been done.
Under Flood Mitigation Plan, the concerned were directed to identify the critical points. Further, they were asked to ascertain the total length of embankment and have it audited. The concerned were directed to carry out the dry dredging work.
Taking a strong note of mining and excavation activities in the district, the Divisional Commissioner directed the concerned to ensure that no earth excavation is carried on in the district without due permission and to deal with cases of delinquency strictly as per the law.
Laying emphasis on punctuality of employees, he directed to ensure installation and functioning of AEBAS within five days. 
Among other issues that were discussed include night landing of flights at airport and creation of separate sub-division at Chadoora under PDD.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:27:00 PM 0

KATHUA, JULY 07: Director Rural Development Jammu, Mohammad Mumtaz Ali today inspected various ongoing works here in block Hiranagar, Barnoti and Marheen.
Later he took a review meeting to take stock of the performance under various centrally sponsored schemes like MGNREGA, PMAY-G and SBM in the district.
The Director reviewed scheme wise progress of works and   exhorted upon the officers to work with zeal and come up to the expectations of poor people.
Various directions were issued by him with regard to the quality of ongoing works, their timeline completion and addressing the public grievance on priority. He also laid stress on completion of PMAY-G Houses without delay and according to norms with minimum disaster reduction using column structures.
He warned officers against poor performance and gave direction to complete all works in stipulated time.
The meeting was also attended by ACD Sukhpal Singh, XEN REW and all field officials, BDOs, AEE, etc.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:05:00 PM 0

     RAJOURI JUNE 28: District Development Commissioner, Rajouri has initiated action against 4 officers for poor performance, tempering of records, dereliction of duty and irregularities in developmental works,.
The officers have been placed under suspension and attached for enquiry after preliminary reports indicated lapses on their part.

As per the district administration spokesperson, the erring officers against whom action has been taken are Block Development Officer, Plangarh, Assistant Executive Engineer PMGSY, Principal Govt Higher Secondary School Peeri and Principal Govt Higher Secondary School, Darhal.
He said the BDO Plangarh has been placed under suspension for poor performance and failure to execute various works of public importance, delay in payment of MGNREGA wage component, poor work completion rate, non-uploading of expenditure, dismal performance in PMAY and failure to initiate flood restoration works. District Social Welfare Officer has been assigned the charge of BDO Plangarh as an interim arrangement.
Similarly, AEE PMGSY was placed under suspension for wilful dereliction of duty, non-cooperation with revenue staff for demarcation and alignment and remaining absent from headquarters. ExEn PMGSY has been asked to make alternate arrangement. Meanwhile ADDC has been asked to hold an enquiry into conduct of officer and recommend regular departmental action.
Principal HSS Darhal was attached for misusing his official position to benefit 8 private schools fraudulently. Dr Parvez Ahmed, HoD DIET Rajouri has been directed to take the charge till further orders. Likewise, Principal HSS Peeri has been attached for financial irregularities and wilful loss to state exchequer. Asstt Commissioner Revenue Abdul Qayoom Mir along with two officers from Education department viz Principal HSS Chingus and Principal HSS Nowshera will conduct an enquiry. Meanwhile Rajesh Kumar HoD DIET will hold the charge of Principal HSS Peeri till further orders.
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Speaker convenes grievances camp at village Derli Kalnota in Billawar
KATHUA JUNE 15: Speaker, Legislative Assembly, Dr Nirmal Singh today held a public grievance camp at village Derli Kalnota in Billawar and listened to their issues and concerns which were mainly related to development of the area.
Addressing the people, Speaker said that the present dispensation is trying to bring governance at the door steps of people by organizing public camps at remote and far off areas. He stressed upon the need to resolve people's grievances on fast-track basis.
In the camp, people in general demanded augmentation of drinking water, health, power and improvement in the road networks in the area. Dr. Singh gave them a patient hearing and assured them that their grievances would be addressed in a time-bound manner.
Giving priority to the issues related to PHE sector, Nirmal Singh on the spot announced Rs 15 lakh from his CDF to augment PHE sector so that potable water can be provided to rural populace living in remote locations during summer season. He also divulged that in recent past Rs 1.5 crore has been spent on PHE sector so that people should not bear the brunt of lack of water during summers.
Speaker asked people to extend full cooperation to executing agencies in implementing the development projects in their areas and stressed on teamwork to bring in good governance and encouraged officials to freely interact with him with their ideas.
Underlining several initiatives launched by the State as well as Central Government to improve the socio-economic status of the marginalized sections of the society, Dr. Singh directed all the officers to synergize their efforts in sensitizing the masses regarding construction of houses under PMAY, construction of IHHLs, widow/handicap pension and assistance provided by the State Govt. for marriage of girls falling in BPL category under SMAS.
Later, the Speaker inaugurated a Panchayat Ghar at Derli, constructed under 13th FC in convergence with MGNREGA at a cost of Rs 35 lakh.
Earlier in the day, Nirmal Singh also inaugurated a tractor road from Kala Dabar to Kolonta under MLA CDF and inspected several undergoing development works. 
Among others ADC Billawar, Joginder Singh Rai, BDO, Tehsildar, Engineers, prominent citizens and other division level officers were present on this occasion.

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Hello Jammu News at 7:58:00 PM 0

LEH, JUNE 14: Social Audit under MGNREGA of Halqa Panchayat Chumathang, and Nyoma was conducted today in the Gram Sabha at respective Panchayat Ghars.
Number of employment provided, job cards issued, works taken up and expenditures incurred during 2017-18 under MGNREGA in both the Halqa Panchayats were discussed in the Gram Sabha and socially audited. No serious complaint was reported during the Social Audit. On the occasion District Social Audit Coordinator explained the concept of Social Audit.
All stakeholders participated in the Social Audit and Sh. Tsering Mutup, Sub Divisional Magistrate, Nyoma was the Chief Observer who witnessed procedures and findings of the Social Audit.
Secretaries of respective Panchayats instructed the village representatives as well as participants to stress on more participatory, transparent and accountability while planning and implementation of Rural Development Programs at grass root level.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:44:00 PM 0


Listens to people’s issues at Rajouri
RAJOURI JUNE 01: The Minister for Education, Hajj and Auqaf and Tribal Affairs, Chowdhary Zulfkar Ali  today said that  the government will conduct a detailed and comprehensive audit  to get an insight into infrastructure and manpower requirements in the government educational institutes .
He said based on inputs of audit reports a policy will be formulated to fill the infrastructural gaps and maintain healthy teacher student ratio. He said efforts will be made to meet bare minimum infrastructure for all schools including building, water electricity supply and equipment for modern education.
The Minister was speaking at a public meeting convened   to have first hand appraisal of public issues and demands and review follow up on directions issued in previous public meetings.
A number of issues confronting the public ranging from up-gradation of roads, payment of wages under MGNREGA and 14th FC, water scarcity, strengthening of power supply system, completion of buildings of health and educational institutions to up-gradation of schools and health centres, payment of land acquisition cases, provision of hand pumps in drought hit areas and water tanker services to various habitations among others were raised in the meeting.
The Minister said that  many new initiatives are underway to transform the education sector. He said newly sanctioned  colleges, school  up-gradation , Eklavya model schools for each district and university campuses in border and hilly district are going to further revolutionize the education scenario in the state. He said   transfers, rationalisation of staff and matters related to recruitment of contractual staff at district level will be entrusted to Deputy Commissioners and controlling officers of education department will be spared for monitoring of education deliverance in the schools.
He said the transfers would be rationalized  so that everyone in teaching staff get  posting in urban as well as rural areas. 
Meanwhile, the Minister gave  on spot directions to concerned officers for resolving issues raised by the public. He impressed upon the officers to adhere to timelines in execution of developmental projects while ensuring maximum utilisation of available resources. The Minister asked the DDC to formulate a comprehensive drought management plan in consultation with concerned agencies to address the water woes of the public. He instructed for night inspection of pumping stations to ensure drinking water is provided to the public.
About non-payment of wages under MGNREGA, the  Minister was informed that Rs 10 Cr have been released against a spill over liability of 76 Cr.
The Minister directed the DDC to resolve the issue of non-payments of work done under various schemes of rural development. 
Later, the Minister also reviewed progress on upcoming development  projects in Darhal Constituency including Patli Qila Ecopark, Koteranka amusement park, Ans Irrigation Canal, Rajouri-Koteranka-Khawas road, ITI Koteranka etc. He directed the concerned to expedite the pace of work to achieve time bound completion of the projects.
On the side lines of the meeting, a deputation of J&K RET Federation called upon the Minister and sought  to resolve the issue of salaries under SSA. The Minister assured the deputation that government is working on a policy to address their genuine grievances.
Present on the occasion were DDC Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, DSEJ R K Srangal, ADC Koteranka Shafiq Ahmad, SSP Yougal Manhas,  Special Officer Auqaf Islamia Raj Mohammad, CEO Tourism Dr Tahir Firdous, ACD Akhtar Hussain Qazi, SE PHE, I & FC Rafiq Khan, SE PWD Majid Khan, ExEns Mushtaq Raina, Munshi Khan and Zubair Ahmad and officers from district and subdivisional administration Koteranka.

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Hello Jammu News at 8:36:00 PM 0

DODA, JUNE 01:  District Development Commissioner   Bhawani Rakwal today chaired a meeting to review the performance of Rural Development department.
The DC reviewed the progress under schemes like MGNREGA, IAY/PMAY, SBM, 13th and 14th FC, CD Panchayat, water shed project (New and Old), SAGY, MPLADS, CDF and the Convergence plan being implemented by Rural Development Department in the district  .
The meeting was attended by ADDC Mohammad Hanief Malik, ACD Angrez Singh, AD Planning Waseem Raja, Xen REW Prem Kapoor, DPO Idrees Lone, BDOs, AEE Doda and Bhaderwah, AE, JE, TA, VLWs, MPW and all GRS of the district attended the meeting.
The DC reviewed block and Panchayat wise performance under PMAY and set the timelines for completion of all pending works, while directions were passed to expedite the pace of developmental works. He also took stock of physical and financial achievements under schemes of SBM and MGNREGA.
DDC directed the BDOs to accelerate the pace of work in their respective areas,   adopt innovative methods for effective implementation of schemes and involve people in the development process.
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Hello Jammu News at 8:46:00 PM 0

Doda, May 31: District Development commissioner Doda, Bhawani Rakwal today convened a meeting to discuss district convergence plan for financial year 2017-18. He directed the officers to prepare detailed project reports for implementation of convergence plan under MGNREGA.
Officers of R&B, Horticulture, Agriculture, Planning, Forest, RDD, PMGSY, Education, PHE, I&FC, Development and other departments attended the meeting.
The DDC directed for timely preparation of convergence plans under MGNREGA and   proper implementation of the same on the ground for creation of durable assets and providing work to the rural work force at their doorsteps.
The meeting was attended by ADDC Mohammad Hanief Malik, ACR Tariq Hussain Naik, ACD Angrez Singh, AD Planning Waseem Raja and other District and Sectoral Officers.
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Hello Jammu News at 7:40:00 PM 0

KATHUA MAY 25: Speaker Legislative Assembly, Dr Nirmal Singh today said that the pro-people initiatives and achievements registered by the coalition government during last three years brought positive change in the life of common man.  
The Speaker was addressing a public gathering at village Boura of his home constituency Billawar. He said the developmental achievements speak volumes about the endeavours of Central and State governments to usher J&K into new era of prosperity. He said liberal funds are being made available to the executing agencies so that the works are completed within the stipulated time lines.
During the public meeting villagers from Kumri, Kathera, Babera, Fafal, Bhed, Balod, Sufain, Juthana and Boura projected  their issues which mainly pertained to repair of existing and construction of new roads, augmentation  of PHE  and power infra  and upgrading of educational infrastructure besides clearing MGNREGA liability.
The Speaker assured them that road connectivity of the area will be strengthen in a phased manner and informed that the work on Boura to Mata Bala Sundri road will be started soon at an estimated cost of Rs. 16 Crore. He also sanctioned Rs 15 Lakh out of his CDF for various development works at Boura. He further directed the District Administration to arrange camps at Boura and other places to sensitize people of various central and state sponsored welfare schemes.
The Speaker directed the District Administration to organize camps at remote and far off places to deliver essential services under PSGA like income certificate, PRC, caste certificate and other revenue documents.
 Listing developmental achievements in his constituency, the Speaker informed the gathering that  maximum  part of his CDF has been spent on augmentation of PHE infrastructure in areas facings shortage of  potable water. He also announced 2 hand pumps at Boura for immediate redressal.
Giving details about road infrastructure, Dr. Nirmal Singh said  that  upcoming 22 PMGSY roads  involving an amounting of Rs. 104 Crore will catapult the connectivity scenario in  Billawar. He directed the PMGSY department to connect Juthana Bridge to Boura and nearby villages to enable maximum people to avail the benefit of the connectivity.  
For early completion of remaining works at Middle School Boura, the Speaker announced to provide funds for execution of pending works out of his CDF.
To acquaint himself of the problems of the people, the Speaker announced that in future he will frame a tour program with    night halts at remote villages. 
 “During these meetings I will listen to the issues of locals and try to find on the spot solutions.    I will also sensitize them of various welfare schemes launched for their socio-economic uplift” the speaker said.
Chief Education Officer, Aruna Sharma, DEPO, BDOs, Engineers and other District Officers were present at the public meeting.
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SRINAGAR, MAY 24:  The Department Related Standing Committee (DRSC-II) of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Council today reviewed the functioning of Rural Development Department (RDD) in the meeting held under the Chairmanship of MLC, Naresh Kumar Gupta here today.
The meeting was attended by Secretary, RDD Sheetal Nanda; Additional Secretary RDD, Rakesh Kumar, Joint Director Planning, S. Shabir Sofi, committee members, ADCs, DPOs and other official of RDD.   
Secretary RDD briefed the Committee about the functioning of department and replied to the queries raised by the Members.
In the meeting, the Committee had detailed discussion on the issues related to the budget allotment, with expenditure under different state and central schemes including MGNREGA, PMAY, Swach Bharat Mission and Integrated Watershed Management Programme(IWMP).
The committee was informed that under Swach Bharat Mission program 80 percent target of Open Defecation Free(ODF) was achieved and 100 percent funds are utilized. Committee was also informed that 5 districts in Kashmir and Ladakh region are declared ODF.  
Chairman, Naresh Kumar Gupta directed the concerned authorities to prepare a detailed power point presentation on the achievements relating to constructed sanitation toilet points in the next meeting with role of Block Development Officers and Block Level Workers on this account.
To achieve the goal of Swatch Bharat Mission, the committee asked for valuable recommendation from the official present in the meeting to make it vibrant and result oriented.
Similarly, financial and physical progress of integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP) and Pradhan Mantri Awaaz Yojana were reviewed in the meeting.
The other issues which were discussed prominently during the meeting included, major initiative   taken under MGNREGA, liabilities created under MGNREGA, fund utilization, employment generation, wage disbursement and how much plantation under MGNREGA, has been made and norms adopted in this regard for making plantation and location.
Showing satisfaction on the achievements under MGNREGA, the committee directed the officials to follow proper procurement of material as per protocol and asked for details of material procurement presently and previously and fund utilization at block level in the next meeting.
While reviewing the overall functioning of the Department, the Committee expressed satisfaction over the performance on various components and observed that the department must update all programmes and works should be carried out strictly as per the guideline and instructions of the Central and State Governments to achieve the objective of these schemes.
Members of committee raised issue regarding ODF programme, taking a strong note of the issue the chairman directed the Secretary to look into the matter and said that schemes are formulated for the welfare of poor people and to ensure holistic development in the rural areas and their affective monitoring is must to achieve desired results as envisaged in the spirit of schemes.

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Minister reviews performance of Rural Development Deptt in Jammu Division 
JAMMU, MAY 22: Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Abdul Rehman Veeri today asked the officers of Rural Development department to work in a visionary way to achieve development under various schemes/programmes in rural sector and asked them to bring innovations for better results.
The Minister was speaking at an introductory meeting with the senior functionaries of Rural Development Department and district administration of Jammu Division and to review the achievements under various schemes/programmes.
          Minister of State for Rural Development and PR Shakti Raj Parihar, Secretary RDD Sheetal Nanda, Deputy Commissioners of Jammu Division, Director RDD Jammu R K Bhat, Director Rural Sanitation Mohammad Nazir Sheikh and Additional Secretary RDD attended the meeting.
The Minister reviewed district wise performance and took stock of physical and financial achievements under the central and state schemes. He sought details about number of registered Job card holders, person days generated, progress made towards water conservation and sanitation, achievements under PMAY-G, convergence of MGNREGA with schemes of other departments.
Reviewing the physical status under MGNREGA, the Minister was informed that a total of 108683 laborers have been registered till March 2018 of which 75380 were provided job cards.  It was further informed that 21165 works were completed in the year 2015-16, 2299 during 2016-17 and 4222 taken up in the year 2017-18.
Veeri stressed upon the concerned officers to ensure 100 percent distribution of job cards to the registered workers and seeding of Aadhaar with their bank accounts for online transfer of wages.
He directed the BDOs for creation of Vermi Composit units for producing organic manure under MGNREGA in their respective blocks so that organic farming is promoted in rural areas.
Veeri said that RDD has direct linkage with the people of rural areas and various schemes/programmes are specially designed for their betterment. We can transform the rural sector only if taken keen interest in discharging our duties towards development of people and will also be able to change the socio-economic profile and developmental landscape of the rural areas.
Laying focus on the convergence of schemes of different departments to pool the resources, Veeri asked the DCs to make a convergence plan in coordination with Rural Development department in which the Labour component would be provided by the RDD. He asked them to construct play grounds at block levels, community sanitary complex in or near schools, hospitals, tourist spots and along the National Highway under rural sanitation schemes.
Reviewing the status of PMAY-G, the Minister asked Deputy Commissioners to complete the process of preparing fresh list of homeless population so that the same can be submitted to the central government for seeking funds.
He also directed to verify all the PMAY cases on time so that the installments could be released well in time.
A threadbare discussion was also held on issues related to achieving ODF status, ODF verification process, Geo Tagging under SBM, status of pendency of IHHL units and achievements made under SBM.
The Minister emphasized on the officers to work in mission mode and meet timelines fixed for their respective districts. He called upon the districts lagging behind to make a determined push to achieve the target.
The Minister further asked all the DCs to make their respective district ODF by August 2018.
Veeri exhorted upon the Rural Development functionaries to create durable assets while providing ensured employment to the rural poor households. He said that they can be engaged for works including construction of foot bridges, roads, water harvesting tanks, micro irrigation, land development, Panchayat Ghars, renovation of traditional water bodies and others.
The Minister directed the concerned authorities to maintain and document the record of assets created by the department in the shape of a booklet.
          He asked the Director RDD Jammu to prepare block wise action plan for the current year and said that exercise turnout into improved performance.
          Later the meeting also reviewed the progress under National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) including Umeed, Himayat and Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP).
          Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State for RDD Shakti Raj Parihar impressed upon the participants to implement flagship programmes like PMAY, MGNREGA, IWMP, SBM in letter and spirit and ensure that the benefits of these programme reach all beneficiaries.
      He asked the officers to gear up the pace of works and also build the confidence among the people living in far flung areas so that they have a real feeling of administration and good governance.
       The meeting was attended by ADCs, Chief Executive officer IWMP, Project officers IWMP, Engineers of Rural engineering Wing, DPOs, BDOs and other concerned officers.

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