PULWAMA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom chaired a comprehensive meeting here at the administrative complex today to review the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in district Pulwama. The meeting was convened to take stock of the implementation status of key components under JJM, including scheme completion, mechanical works, Har Ghar Jal certification, Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) coverage, geo-tagging, water quality testing, and land issues.
During the meeting, DC reviewed division and component-wise progress of water supply schemes through a detailed PowerPoint presentation. Status of ongoing schemes, borewells/tubewells, electro-mechanical works and the installation of electric substations, Har Ghar Jal certification, Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) coverage and the status of water quality monitoring was also reviewed.
The chair was apprised by the Executive Engineers Jal Shakti of Division Pulwama & Awantipora that out of the total 93 and 90 Schemes in their respective areas, 66 and 74 schemes have been successfully completed. Dr. Qayoom stressed the need for timely completion of works, strengthening of field-level monitoring, and a geo-tagging of assets. He directed all concerned officials to resolve land-related issues, ensure quality control, and maintain updated reporting for real-time monitoring.
DDC also called for enhanced coordination among divisions to ensure targets are achieved within the defined timelines. The meeting witnessed the participation of various officers from key executing agencies including the Executive Engineers of Jal Shakti Division Pulwama and Awantipora,; Executive Engineer, PHE Mechanical Division South Awantipora; Executive Engineer, Ground Water Division Srinagar; along with the respective Assistant Executive Engineers (AEEs); and District Project Management Unit team.


