Srinagar, June 14: Emphasising the need for timely completion of projects and efficient service delivery, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired a review meeting at Srinagar to assess the progress of ongoing works and the overall functioning of the Jal Shakti department across Kashmir Division.

The meeting was attended by senior officers including the Chief Engineer, Jal Shakti and Irrigation & Flood Control, Kashmir, along with Superintending Engineers and Executive Engineers of various divisions, who briefed the Minister on the status of ongoing projects, water supply schemes, irrigation infrastructure and departmental performance.

The Minister directed officers to ensure timely completion of all projects, improve service delivery at the ground level and maintain rigorous monitoring of field activities. He stressed the need for efficient scheme implementation, prompt redressal of public grievances and optimum utilisation of available resources.

"Timely delivery of services to the people is non-negotiable. Officers must remain actively engaged in the field and work in close coordination to ensure effective execution of departmental programmes," the Minister said, reiterating the Government's commitment to strengthening water supply and irrigation infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir.

He further said that the government led by Omar Abdullah is committed to the welfare of every citizen, and that commitment must reflect in the timely execution of schemes and the quality of services reaching the grassroots.