BUDGAM, DECEMBER 10: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Akshay Labroo, conducted an extensive review of the ongoing construction and upgradation works at several key projects in the district, including the Sheikh-ul-Alam Skill Development Centre, the Old Deputy Commissioner’s Office Complex, the Public Facilitation Centre (PFC), and the new Public Toilet Complex (PTC) at the DC Office, Budgam.
The DC was briefed on the progress of various works, including major renovations and repairs that are now nearing completion. He emphasized that the upgradation of the DC Office complex will significantly enhance services and facilities, benefiting both the staff and the public who frequent the office for various administrative purposes.
During the visit, the DC also inspected the Public Facilitation Centre, reviewing the infrastructure designed to accommodate the large number of visitors seeking services at the office. He highlighted the importance of providing a welcoming and efficient space for the public and directed concerned agencies to expedite the finalization of the works.
Later, the DC visited the Sheikh-ul-Alam Skill Development Centre, where he assessed the ongoing upgradation efforts. Once completed, this centre will serve as a key hub for skill development and capacity-building programs aimed at empowering the youth of Budgam. The DC emphasized that the centre should not only facilitate skill training but also function as a space for public awareness initiatives, thereby contributing to the overall growth of the community.
While reviewing the works, the DC instructed the concerned agencies to maintain high quality standards during construction, ensuring that the infrastructure is durable and sustainable in the long term. He also stressed the importance of using quality materials to deliver facilities that would stand the test of time and provide maximum benefit to the public.
The DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Mehraj ud Din Shah; Chief Planning Officer (CPO); Deputy Education Officer (Dy. DEO) Budgam; Executive Engineer, R&B Budgam; Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE), R&B; Junior Engineer (JE), R&B, and other senior officials during the inspection.