Excelsior Correspondent
LEH, Feb 2: The Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor, UT Ladakh, Dr Pawan Kotwal chaired a meeting to review the Annual Implementation Plan for the Year 2024-25, Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II of the Rural Development Department, at the Civil Secretariat, Leh.
Dr Pawan Kotwal emphasized the necessity of a participatory approach, encouraging collaboration between Government bodies, local authorities, and community representatives to ensure the success of developmental initiatives.
He highlighted the importance of this mission in promoting cleanliness, hygiene, and overall well-being in rural areas. He commended the efforts of the Rural Development Department in advancing the mission’s objectives and stressed the need for sustained efforts to achieve lasting impact.
During the deliberations, emphasis was placed on the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II, an integral component of the Rural Development Department’s agenda. The mission aims to build on the successes of the first phase and further enhance sanitation and hygiene standards in rural areas, contributing to the overall well-being of the local populace.
At the outset of the meeting, the Director of the Rural Development Department, UT Ladakh, Syed Sajjad Qadri delivered a comprehensive presentation, outlining the details of the Annual Implementation Plan for the Year 2024-25 and shed light on the essential Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II.
Acknowledging the challenges posed by Ladakh’s unique terrain and climatic conditions, the meeting explored innovative solutions and adaptive strategies to overcome obstacles. Dr Pawan Kotwal reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to addressing the region’s developmental needs with a holistic and sustainable approach. He also underscored the need for timely and transparent execution of projects to ensure maximum impact on the ground.
As the meeting concluded, Dr Pawan Kotwal reiterated the administration’s resolve to expedite the execution of the Annual Implementation Plan and the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioner, Leh; Director of Rural Development Department, UT Ladakh; Director of Finance Department, UT Ladakh; Executive Engineer of PDD, Leh; Under Secretary of Rural Development Department, UT Ladakh; officials of the concerned departments. Deputy Commissioner, Kargil; ACD, Leh; and officials of the concerned departments from Kargil joined the meeting virtually.
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