Srinagar, Nov 4: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Wednesday reviewed bottlenecks delaying the Jhelum Water Transport Project and directed departments to resolve pending issues on priority.
At a high-level meeting attended by the Srinagar Municipal Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners of Srinagar and Bandipora, RTO Kashmir, IWAI representatives and officials of various departments, Garg stressed coordinated efforts to ensure timely execution of the project.
The issues reviewed included road widening and tree removal at Gund Parang, disposal of treated wastewater, and electricity and water connections at eight identified locations.
He also directed officials to expedite shifting of electrical utilities at Maharaj Gunj and Pantha Chowk, improve approach roads at Sumbal and Sangam, remove barricades at Amira Kadal and relocate houseboats wherever required.
The meeting also discussed renovation of the Chattabal Navigational Lock and relocation of stone-chiselling units and dress vendors at Pantha Chowk.
Garg called for time-bound action on all pending issues, emphasising that the project is being closely monitored by the Government of India. He asked departments to accelerate preparatory works, shift utilities without delay and maintain close coordination to ensure smooth progress of water transport facilities along the Jhelum.