- MLA Arjun Singh Raju dedicates equipment to people
RAMBAN: Member Legislative Assembly Ramban, Arjun Singh Raju today inaugurated Gobbler Litter Picker Machines procured for Municipal Council Ramban and Municipal Committee Batote, marking a significant step towards strengthening mechanised sanitation and improving cleanliness in the twin highway towns.
The funds for procurement, operation and maintenance of the machines were provided by Director Urban Local Bodies Jammu, Kapil Sharma, whose support facilitated the initiative.
Speaking on the occasion, the MLA appreciated the efforts of the Municipal Council Ramban, Municipal Committee Batote and the Urban Local Bodies Department for introducing modern sanitation equipment. He said that mechanised cleaning is essential for maintaining clean, healthy and hygienic urban spaces.
The MLA also stressed the importance of active public participation in maintaining civic hygiene. He urged residents, traders and shopkeepers to refrain from littering in public places, use designated dustbins and extend full cooperation to door-to-door waste collection services. He observed that community participation is vital to complement government efforts in developing Ramban and Batote as cleaner and model towns.
Chief Executive Officer Municipal Council Ramban Sudershan Singh Jamwal thanked the Director Urban Local Bodies Jammu for providing timely financial support and expressed gratitude to the MLA for inaugurating the machines. He assured that the Municipal Council Ramban and Municipal Committee Batote would continue their efforts towards ensuring cleaner, greener and healthier urban areas. The inauguration was attended by officials of the Municipal Council, sanitation staff and members of the general public.


