DODA: Additional Deputy Commissioner, Anil Kumar Thakur, during a tour to Gandoh Sub-Division, chaired a meeting in the office chamber of the SDM, to review the status of public services, road maintenance, electricity infrastructure, educational facilities and telecommunication services in the region. Sub-Divisional Magistrate Arun Kumar Badyal along with officers from various line departments attended the meeting.
The Additional Deputy Commissioner directed the officers of the Public Works Department (R&B) and PMGSY to ensure proper maintenance of respective roads and take necessary measures to address road-related issues for the convenience and safety of the general public. The Executive Engineer, JPDCL was directed to expedite the completion of pending cable work in areas where electric poles have already been erected and ensure timely completion of the work. The officers were also asked to coordinate with each other to resolve public grievances and ensure the effective implementation of ongoing developmental works.
Reviewing the education sector, the Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Gandoh was directed to conduct regular inspections of schools and ensure the proper implementation of the Mid-Day Meal scheme, maintaining prescribed standards of quality, hygiene and nutrition for students. The concerned officers were further advised to monitor the functioning of their respective departments and take prompt action to address issues affecting the delivery of essential public services.
The Additional Deputy Commissioner also directed representatives from BSNL and private telecom service providers to take necessary measures to improve and ensure reliable mobile network connectivity across Sub-Division Gandoh, particularly in areas experiencing poor signal coverage.
The meeting was attended by the Executive Engineer, PWD (R&B)/PMGSY; Executive Engineer, Hydraulic Sub-Division; Tehsildar; Block Development Officer (BDO); Child Development Project Officer (CDPO); Executive Engineer, JPDCL and other officers of the concerned line departments.

