Director Panchayati Raj reviews RGSA progress; 6-month deadline set for Panchayat Ghars

Convener News Desk 

Jammu, April 13: Director Panchayati Raj, J&K, Sham Lal ,JKAS chaired a review meeting and directed that all Panchayat Ghars allotted up to March 31, 2026 be taken up immediately and completed within six months.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Secretary RD&PR, Tahir Ahmad Magray; Assistant Commissioners Panchayats; Under Secretary RD&PR, Arshad Noomani; Executive Engineers and other officers.

Progress review showed land available for 578 of 640 Ghars (90%), with 443 of 503 works taken up and 236 completed so far. He stressed accelerating execution, warning that delays lead to funding constraints and project spillovers.

Officers were instructed to commence all pending works without delay, resolve bottlenecks through coordination, and fast-track sub judice cases. Performing ACPs were appreciated, while others were urged to improve.

The Chair also reviewed Panchayat Learning Centres, PPC campaign, and Model Women-Friendly Panchayats; Q4 data uploading will begin shortly.

On the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, a 3-month focused drive was announced, with directions to submit clear action plans and ensure measurable grassroots outcomes.

The Chair further emphasized timely finalization of GPDPs to ensure inclusive rural development.

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