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Dr. Jitendra Singh chairs DISHA meeting; reviews development projects, pushes for timely execution

April 08, 2026 | BK NEWS SERVICE

The District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting of District Kishtwar was held today under the chairmanship of Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry for Science & Technology and Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office.

The meeting involved a comprehensive review of all the ongoing projects and public welfare measures being implemented in the district.

The Union MoS emphasized improved inter-departmental coordination, strict monitoring and timely execution to ensure effective grassroots delivery. He had a detailed discussion on various vital issues including development of airstrip facilities to boost regional connectivity and tourism and road works. He directed the officials to ensure adherence to quality parameters and project completion timelines under schemes like PMGSY.

He also reviewed construction of cremation sheds, rehabilitation of Kandani inhabitants affected by power projects and promotion of local produce such as kala zeera and saffron through better market linkages and branding.

Dr. Jitendra Singh stressed the youth engagement through Sansad Khel initiatives so that their energy is channelized in a right direction.

He directed the Power Development Department to ensure transparent and consumer-friendly smart metering. He further called for wider awareness of government schemes and prompt grievance redress to achieve inclusive development.

The meeting was attended by Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sajad Ahmed Kitchloo, MLA Kishtwar Shagun Parihar, nominated members of the DISHA Committee besides other district officers, who deliberated on key points related to previous Action Taken Reports (ATRs) and other developmental issues.

Dr. Jitendra Singh issued prompt directions to the senior district officers and officials from concerned departments to ensure timely resolution of all matters raised during the meeting.

Earlier, Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma, presented a detailed overview of the district’s developmental profile and social sector priorities. He highlighted the progress under various centrally sponsored and UT schemes, the status of key ongoing projects and sector-wise performance across health, education, rural development, agriculture and social welfare besides elaborating the actionable strategies to strengthen the service delivery and public outreach.

Dr. Jitendra Singh chairs DISHA meeting; reviews development projects, pushes for timely execution

April 08, 2026 | BK NEWS SERVICE

The District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting of District Kishtwar was held today under the chairmanship of Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry for Science & Technology and Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office.

The meeting involved a comprehensive review of all the ongoing projects and public welfare measures being implemented in the district.

The Union MoS emphasized improved inter-departmental coordination, strict monitoring and timely execution to ensure effective grassroots delivery. He had a detailed discussion on various vital issues including development of airstrip facilities to boost regional connectivity and tourism and road works. He directed the officials to ensure adherence to quality parameters and project completion timelines under schemes like PMGSY.

He also reviewed construction of cremation sheds, rehabilitation of Kandani inhabitants affected by power projects and promotion of local produce such as kala zeera and saffron through better market linkages and branding.

Dr. Jitendra Singh stressed the youth engagement through Sansad Khel initiatives so that their energy is channelized in a right direction.

He directed the Power Development Department to ensure transparent and consumer-friendly smart metering. He further called for wider awareness of government schemes and prompt grievance redress to achieve inclusive development.

The meeting was attended by Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sajad Ahmed Kitchloo, MLA Kishtwar Shagun Parihar, nominated members of the DISHA Committee besides other district officers, who deliberated on key points related to previous Action Taken Reports (ATRs) and other developmental issues.

Dr. Jitendra Singh issued prompt directions to the senior district officers and officials from concerned departments to ensure timely resolution of all matters raised during the meeting.

Earlier, Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma, presented a detailed overview of the district’s developmental profile and social sector priorities. He highlighted the progress under various centrally sponsored and UT schemes, the status of key ongoing projects and sector-wise performance across health, education, rural development, agriculture and social welfare besides elaborating the actionable strategies to strengthen the service delivery and public outreach.


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