Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment, and Tribal Affairs, held a series of public darbars at Allal, Darhali Morh, and Dak Bungalow Kotranka in Rajouri.
The Minister also paid obeisance at the revered Shahadara Sharif Shrine, interacted with devotees and enquired about facilities being provided to them.
During the public interaction at Allal village, the Minister directed the Irrigation Department to explore the feasibility of a lift irrigation scheme for the villages adjoining Allal. He further announced that a water supply scheme for Thanamandi town has been approved under the AMRUT scheme, a significant step toward enhancing water availability in the region.
At Darhali Morh, the Minister directed the Forest Department to prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for an Eco Park at Sain Qader Baksh. This initiative aims to promote environmental conservation while boosting pilgrimage tourism.
In a grand public gathering at Kotranka Dak Bungalow, the Minister was warmly welcomed by a large crowd, including MLA Budhal, Javed Iqbal Choudhary, DDC member Shazia Choudhary, and other prominent personalities.
Expressing gratitude for the warm reception, Minister Rana assured the public that their grievances would be addressed on priority.
He emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing unemployment, resolving developmental issues, and regularizing daily wagers.
The Minister also highlighted the need for the effective implementation of the Forest Rights Act in Jammu & Kashmir, assuring the public that no harassment would be tolerated, and approvals for road construction projects would be prioritized.
The Minister issued several directives, including Preparation of a revised DPR for an irrigation scheme by the Irrigation Department &. Expediting the completion of ongoing schemes under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and ensuring coverage of left-out areas by the Jal Shakti Department.
MLA Budhal, Javed Iqbal Choudhary, extended his assurances to the public and urged the Minister to resolve key issues, including land compensation and the regularization of daily wagers.
The event witnessed active participation from locals, who expressed their gratitude for the government’s developmental initiatives and raised their concerns. Minister Rana directed all officers to redress public grievances on priority, reiterating the government’s resolve to ensure equitable development across the Pir Panjal region.
