BOMDILA, Aug 21: A Sub-Divisional Level Monitoring Committee (SDLMC) meeting was held at the ADC’s Office, Kalaktang, under the chairmanship of local MLA Tseten Chombey.
The meeting was attended by West Kameng Deputy Commissioner Dr Dilip Kumar, SP D W Thongon, ADCs, HoDs, ZPMs, PRI leaders and other stakeholders.
While reviewing the progress of various ongoing developmental projects in his constituency, the MLA highlighted the objective of conducting SDLMC meetings at the sub-divisional level. He said that the platform would provide an opportunity for PRI leaders to remain informed about developmental activities in the region, while queries and concerns could be addressed by the concerned HoDs.
He urged the HoDs to ensure that developmental plans are public-oriented and that the concerned MLA and PRI representatives are taken into the loop while preparing such plans. He also assured his support in resolving manpower-related issues faced by various departments.
Emphasizing the objectives of Viksit Bharat, Chombey highlighted the lack of mobile network connectivity at several locations in the constituency. He urged representatives of BSNL, Airtel and Jio to take immediate steps to improve connectivity and provide proper internet services in the uncovered and shadow areas of the region.
Highlighting upcoming schemes and initiatives, the MLA appealed to the public to extend their cooperation and support.
Speaking on the occasion, the DC urged all HoDs to accord priority to securing government land and quarters by constructing necessary protection walls. He also directed the PHED to avoid acquiring catchment areas while undertaking land acquisition, so as to help address water shortage issues in the region.
The DC further stressed the need for inclusion of Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) in all Panchayat Development Plans.
Noting that many villagers and students face difficulties in availing DBT benefits due to lack of proper Aadhaar cards, he instructed the Statistics Department to organize special Aadhaar enrolment camps across the region.
He also directed the Lead District Manager (LDM) to submit timely reports on the number of loans and subsidies provided to beneficiaries.
While discussing various initiatives under the Vibrant Village Programme-2, the DC urged the ArSLM, Agriculture and Horticulture Departments to prepare a plan for promoting Shitake mushroom cultivation in the region.
Expressing concern over the growing menace of cultivation and use of cannabis in the Kalaktang region, the DC cautioned the public against engaging in illegal cultivation of cannabis. He warned that strict action would be initiated against anyone found involved in such activities under the provisions of the NDPS Act.
The SP, ZPMs, PR leaders and others also shared their views and raised issues concerning developmental activities in the region.
During the meeting, HoDs presented the status of various ongoing schemes and developmental programmes and addressed the queries and concerns raised by the participants (DIPRO)