DDC Anantnag reviews progress of RDD Sector

Srinagar, Mar 13: To assess the physical and financial progress of Capex and Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) implemented by RDD in the district, District Development Commissioner (DDC) Anantnag, Dr Bilal Mohiud Din Bhat on Thursday chaired a review meeting at Dak Bungalow, Khanabal.

During the meeting, the DDC conducted a comprehensive review of key rural development programmes, including MGNREGA Scheme, PMAY(G), RGSA, Panchayat Ghars, Common Service Centres (CSCs) and other works being executed under District Capex, UT Capex and MPLADS.

Reviewing implementation of MGNREGA, the DDC assessed both physical and financial progress, including workforce participation and key performance indicators under the scheme. It was informed that out of 9412 works taken up during 2025-26, 7686 have been completed and 31.44 lakh PDs were generated.

The DDC laid emphasis on maintaining transparency in execution of works besides timely completion of approved projects.

On PMAY-G, the meeting was informed that 324 landless beneficiaries in the district were identified under the AWAASPlus PWL Survey; land was alloted for 31 of those by revenue authorities and houses have been sanctioned in their favor. Further, 276 cases were rejected after verification, and 17 cases are presently under consideration.

The DDC directed concerned officers to expedite the resolution of pending cases and ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive housing assistance without delay.

In connection with RGSA, the meeting discussed initiatives aimed at strengthening Panchayati Raj Institutions through capacity building, improved governance practices and institutional strengthening at the grassroots level.