KALAKTANG, 21 Aug: Local MLA Tseten Chombey urged heads of departments (HoDs) to ensure that developmental plans are public-oriented, and that the MLA and PRI representatives are taken into the loop while preparing such plans.
Chairing a Subdivisional Level Monitoring Committee (SDLMC) meeting here in West Kameng district on Friday, the MLA 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 HoDs concerned.
Emphasising the objectives of Viksit Bharat, Chombey highlighted the lack of mobile network connectivity at several locations in the constituency. He urged representatives of the 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.
He also highlighted upcoming schemes and initiatives, and appealed to the public to extend their cooperation and support.
The meeting was attended by West Kameng Deputy Commissioner Dr Dilip Kumar, SP DW Thongon, ADCs, HoDs, zilla parishad members (ZPMs), PRI leaders, and other stakeholders.
Speaking on the occasion, the deputy commissioner 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 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 organise special Aadhaar enrolment camps across the region.
He also directed the lead district manager to submit timely reports on the number of loans and subsidies provided to beneficiaries.
While discussing various initiatives under the Vibrant Villages Programme-2, the DC urged the ArSRLM, and the 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 under the provisions of the NDPS Act against anyone found involved in such activities.
The SP, ZPMs, PRI leaders and other participants also shared their views and raised issues concerning developmental activities in the region.
During the meeting, the HoDs presented the status of various ongoing schemes and developmental programmes, and addressed the queries and concerns raised by the participants. (DIPRO)
