JAMMU: Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) Dr Devansh Yadav on Thursday conducted an on-ground inspection of Preet Nagar and adjoining areas of Wards 45 and 52, taking stock of civic infrastructure and problems raised by local residents.
Members of the Mohalla Welfare Committee, Preet Nagar, and residents apprised the Commissioner of persistent issues concerning drainage, sanitation, garbage disposal, damaged internal roads and lanes, waterlogging and inadequate wastewater outlets.
Residents of Street No. 6 in Ward 52, Extension Trikuta Nagar, specifically highlighted blocked drains on both sides of the street, a damaged culvert and obstruction of the main water outlet, which they said were contributing to stagnant wastewater and worsening drainage during rainfall.
The residents also sought improved dustbin facilities and regular monitoring to curb indiscriminate garbage dumping along roadsides and near an open plot being used as a nursery, particularly along the main Preet Nagar road.
The poor condition of several internal roads and lanes was another major concern. Residents said uneven and damaged surfaces were creating difficulties for schoolchildren, elderly persons, patients and pedestrians, while waterlogging during rains further aggravated the situation.
The Mohalla Welfare Committee urged the JMC to prioritise repair and reconstruction of damaged lanes, restoration of drainage infrastructure, repair of the culvert, clearance of blocked outlets and strengthening of garbage collection and disposal arrangements.
After inspecting the affected locations and interacting with residents, Dr Yadav assured them that their genuine civic concerns would be examined and addressed at the earliest.
The Commissioner directed the Health and Sanitation Wing to ensure immediate and thorough cleanliness in the affected areas, remove accumulated garbage and strengthen sanitation arrangements to prevent unauthorised dumping.
The Executive Engineer was directed to conduct a detailed assessment and prepare a reconstruction and repair plan for the drainage system, including repair of the damaged culvert, clearance of blocked drains and restoration of proper wastewater flow. He was also instructed to deploy pothole-filling machines for immediate repairs to damaged roads and lanes wherever required.
Dr Yadav stressed that issues identified during field inspections should translate into visible improvements on the ground rather than remain confined to paperwork. He directed the concerned officers and field staff to ensure coordinated and time-bound action.
The Commissioner further emphasised the importance of regular field inspections and direct interaction with residents to identify civic deficiencies at the grassroots level and ensure prompt redressal of public grievances.
