Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 6: Taking serious note of improper cleaning of the D-9 Canal which has sparked strong resentment among the local people, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir general secretary and former Deputy Mayor of Jammu, Baldev Singh Billawaria, visited the Gangyal and Babliana areas to personally assess the situation and listen to the grievances of the locals.
During the visit, residents informed Billawaria that the D-9 Canal has not been properly cleaned, resulting in the accumulation of garbage and debris in the canal. They further stated that the waste and silt removed from the canal had not been disposed of properly and was instead left nearby, causing dust to spread in the area and raising concerns about its adverse impact on public health.
After inspecting the site, Billawaria stated that the cleaning of the canal appears to have been carried out merely as a formality, while the actual condition remains far from satisfactory. He pointed out that leaving the extracted debris along the canal has created an unhygienic environment in the surrounding areas, which could potentially lead to the spread of diseases.
He added that this situation is causing significant inconvenience not only to the residents living near the canal but also to people who visit the area for morning and evening walks. Due to the dust and unhygienic conditions, many people have reduced their morning walks, which may affect their health.
Billawaria assured the residents that he would strongly raise the issue with the concerned Department and authorities to ensure an early resolution. He urged the responsible officials to personally visit the site, assess the situation, and ensure a scientific and effective cleaning of the D-9 Canal.
He also demanded that the debris removed from the canal be immediately cleared from the site so that residents of Gangyal and Babliana can get relief from dust and unhygienic conditions, and a clean and healthy environment can be ensured in the area.
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