Baramulla, May 22: Chairperson District Development Council (DDC) Baramulla, Safina Baig on Thursday conducted an extensive tour of the Wagoora-Kreeri area to review the progress of several ongoing developmental projects, with a focus on improving infrastructure and public services.
During the visit, Baig inspected key works in the education and connectivity sectors. At Higher Secondary School Bandi Bala, she reviewed the construction of a nine-roomed triple-storey building being executed at a cost of Rs 237.75 lakh, and a three-roomed double-storey building worth Rs 130 lakh. These projects aim to strengthen educational infrastructure and accommodate increasing enrolments.
She assessed progress on the Shrunz Bridge, a significant connectivity project involving a 50-meter span bridge under construction at a cost of Rs 7 crore. Once completed, the bridge will greatly enhance mobility and access for several villages in the area.
At Middle School Kohlina, Safina Baig reviewed two construction works—a four-roomed double-storey building estimated at Rs 45.77 lakh and a three-roomed building costing Rs 31.18 lakh. Both structures are intended to improve classroom availability and learning conditions for students.
During on-site interactions, DDC Chairperson directed officers and executing agencies to ensure the timely completion of all projects while maintaining quality and safety standards. “The delays must be avoided and all work should be regularly monitored,” she said.
Baig also interacted with local residents, assuring them that developmental concerns and public demands would be addressed as a priority.
