Deputy Commissioner Jammu Minga Sherpa today conducted an extensive tour of different parts of the old city including Raghunath Bazar, Hari Market, Kanak Mandi, Parade and Purani Mandi area to review arrangements ahead of the upcoming festive season.
The DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Ansuya Jamwal; Additional CEO Jammu Smart City, Kulbhushan Khajuria; Joint Commissioner JMC, Abdul Sattar; Executive Engineers of Jal Shakti, JPDCL, PWD, officers of JMC and other concerned departments.
During the visit, the DC along with a team of officers walked through the bazaars and took stock of traffic management, street lighting, condition of footpaths and the overall upkeep of the market areas. He also interacted with shopkeepers and representatives of bazaar associations and listened to their concerns and suggestions.
Speaking on the occasion, the DC said the district administration is committed to ensuring that all arrangements are in place so that residents and visitors can celebrate the festivals in a safe, smooth and hassle-free atmosphere. He also responded to queries raised by members of the public.
The DC directed the concerned officers to ensure filling of potholes on priority and improvement of public pathways for the smooth flow of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, besides functional street lights and regular water and power supply. He also directed the removal of non-functional and damaged poles from the market areas. He further stressed regular cleanliness drives along with efficient parking, crowd management and fire safety measures.
He also appealed to shopkeepers and the public to cooperate with the administration in maintaining discipline and cleanliness in the markets.