Director S&TW Dr. Zahida Banoo Reviews Kargil Projects, Orders Weekly Progress Reports for Timely Completion

KARGIL: Director, Social and Tribal Welfare, UT Ladakh, Dr. Zahida Banoo, JKAS, on Wednesday reviewed the progress of ongoing infrastructure projects in Kargil district and directed executing agencies to ensure timely completion while maintaining prescribed quality standards.

During an inspection of projects being executed by the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) and the Central Public Works Department (CPWD), the Director assessed the pace of work and examined the quality of construction at various sites.

Emphasising accountability and quality assurance, Dr. Banoo instructed the executing agencies to adhere strictly to technical specifications and maintain high standards of workmanship throughout the implementation process. She said public assets created under government programmes must be durable, functional and capable of serving the intended beneficiaries effectively.

The Director also stressed the need to accelerate ongoing works without compromising construction quality and directed the agencies to ensure adherence to project timelines. To strengthen monitoring mechanisms, she instructed officials to submit weekly progress reports detailing the status of works and milestones achieved.

During the inspection, Dr. Banoo reviewed various aspects of project execution, including quality control measures and overall progress, and reiterated the importance of regular supervision to avoid delays.

Officials associated with the projects assured the Director that all necessary steps would be taken to maintain quality benchmarks and complete the works within the stipulated timeframe.

The inspection formed part of the department’s ongoing efforts to monitor infrastructure development and ensure effective utilisation of public resources in the district.

Dr. Banoo was accompanied by District Social Welfare Officer Kargil, the Accounts Officer, Chairman of the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) Kargil, and the Section Officer (Planning) from the Directorate of Social and Tribal Welfare, Ladakh.