Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!š Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. KISHTWAR: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma, the Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Manoj Kumar today conducted a comprehensive review of the schemes being implemented by the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj in district Kishtwar, with a focus on Gram Panchayat-level performance, physical and financial progress, timely execution of works and strict adherence to prescribed guidelines.
The progress of each scheme was reviewed in detail. Inputs were obtained from the field functionaries regarding bottlenecks and delivery of benefits to the rural population. While reviewing the implementation of VB-GRAM-G, the ACD held detailed discussion on the generation of Person-Days (PDs) against the funds released for the first quarter. The performance of individual Gram Panchayats was assessed and poorly performing Panchayats were identified for immediate corrective action.
The concerned Block Development Officers (BDOs) and field functionaries were asked to intensify efforts to improve performance and ensure optimal utilisation of available funds.
The release of wage and material component payments under VB-GRAM-G was also reviewed. In view of the commencement of the āPause Periodā from October 15, 2026 to November 13, 2026, the BDOs, Junior Engineers (JEs) and Technical Assistants (TAs) were directed to ensure timely submission of pending bills and completion of all requisite formalities.
While reviewing progress under Pradhan Mantri Awaas YojanaāGramin (PMAY-G), the ACD directed the concerned officers and field functionaries to accord top priority to the recovery of installments from defaulting beneficiaries falling under Category B, in accordance with the applicable rules and guidelines.
The concerned functionaries were also instructed to furnish the requisite certificates in respect of Category C beneficiaries after due verification and ensure that all related records are maintained properly.
The progress of UT Capex and District Capex works was also examined. The concerned executing agencies were directed to ensure the timely completion of all ongoing works while maintaining prescribed quality standards.
Reviewing activities under the Youth Empowerment Programme (YEP), the ACD directed the BDOs and field functionaries to organise outreach camps on regular intervals in their respective areas to strengthen youth participation and ensure effective dissemination of information regarding Government initiatives.
The meeting was attended by Executive Engineer, REW Kewal Singh; all BDOs; Assistant Executive Engineers (AEEs); Assistant Engineers (AEs); and Junior Engineers/Technical Assistants (JEs/TAs). Panchayat Secretaries, Programme Officers (POs), MIS Operators, Gram Rozgar Sahayaks (GRSs) and other departmental functionaries participated in the meeting through virtual mode.
