Imran Shah
Kishtwar,DD, Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma (JKAS), conducted an extensive inspection of the NH-244 stretch from Kishtwar to Thathri to review the condition of the road, ongoing maintenance works, and traffic management arrangements.
The DC was accompanied by SSP Kishtwar, Naresh Singh (JKPS), along with other senior officers.
During the visit, the DC inspected vulnerable spots along the National highway 244 and directed the concerned departments to ensure timely repairs, removal of debris, and smooth flow of traffic.
He stressed strict adherence to safety measures, especially at landslide-prone and accident-prone locations, and instructed that proper steps should be taken to minimize risks.
The DC also issued necessary directions to the NHIDCL authorities for proper upkeep and regular maintenance of the road.
The Head of Project (HOP) Rattle HEP Drabshalla apprised the Deputy Commissioner about the current status of the reconstruction work on the bridge at Project Site that was washed away in the recent flood.
The Deputy Commissioner directed the HOP Rattle HEP Drabshalla to expedite the construction of the bridge and instructed that all necessary resources and manpower be mobilized to ensure its completion in a time-bound manner.DD