Udhampur, April 3, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai visited Panchayat Battal Ballian in Udhampur district during the weekly Block Diwas, engaging directly with residents to address their concerns and reinforcing the administration’s commitment to time-bound grievance redressal. Emphasizing doorstep governance, she directed officials to streamline service delivery, ensuring that public welfare schemes and development projects reach every corner of the district efficiently.
The Block Diwas program, a flagship initiative to bring governance closer to the people, saw a large turnout of locals who raised issues ranging from infrastructure needs to education and healthcare access. DC Rai listened attentively, assuring residents that their genuine demands would be resolved promptly. Key concerns included the need for better road connectivity, additional school facilities, and improved water supply in Battal Ballian and nearby panchayats.
Accompanied by senior officials, including the Additional District Development Commissioner and the General Manager of the District Industries Centre, DC Rai reviewed ongoing projects and instructed officers to prioritize quality and timelines. She stressed the importance of transparency and accountability, urging departments to work cohesively to address public grievances. “Our goal is to deliver services at the doorstep of every citizen, ensuring no one is left behind,” she said, highlighting the administration’s focus on inclusive development.
The event also showcased the district’s efforts to empower local governance through active community participation. Former sarpanches, panches, and residents lauded the initiative for providing a platform to voice their needs directly to decision-makers. DC Rai encouraged locals to collaborate with officials, fostering a sense of ownership in the development process.
Udhampur’s Block Diwas program aligns with the broader vision of strengthening grassroots governance in Jammu and Kashmir. By addressing issues like rural infrastructure, education, and public services on-site, the initiative is bridging the gap between the administration and the people. DC Rai’s hands-on approach has sparked optimism among residents, who see it as a step toward faster, more responsive governance.
As Udhampur continues to prioritise citizen-centric administration, DC Saloni Rai’s leadership at Battal Ballian underscores a commitment to transforming lives through effective, accessible, and timely governance.