Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today visited Poonch and chaired an extensive review meeting held with the district and sectoral officers regarding development projects being executed in the district.

Senior officials from PWD (R&B), Industries & Commerce, Labour and Employment, Skill Development and Mining Departments besides other stakeholders attended the meeting.
The Deputy Chief Minister conducted a detailed assessment of the ongoing schemes and developmental works including roads and bridges. He emphasized the need to enhance public service delivery and called for intensified awareness camps for youth and the general public on welfare schemes. The status of ITI and Polytechnic institutions was also reviewed in detail.
During the meeting, Surinder Choudhary reviewed major ongoing projects including construction of Mini Secretariat Mendhar. He directed the concerned officers to ensure early completion of the remaining works. He also instructed the PWD Engineers to expedite the construction activities at the Jammu University Campus.
The Dy CM reviewed progress on Model Residential School at Village Behra, Mendhar and issued strict directions to accelerate the pace of progress while maintaining high-quality standards. He also reviewed various road and motorable bridge projects and reiterated the need for completing works within stipulated timelines without compromising on quality.
Taking stock of PMGSY projects, he examined their tendering status and expenditures.
The Deputy Chief Minister directed the OC GREF to conduct on-ground inspection of ongoing works, ensure quality checks and remove potholes to facilitate smooth travel for the public.
Surinder Choudhary asked the concerned departments to maintain close coordination with DDCs, MLAs and other stakeholders to ensure better monitoring and efficient execution of developmental works.
The meeting was attended by DDC Chairperson Tazim Akhter and MLA Surankote Ch Mohammad Akram.