Jammu, November 10: Former Block Development Council (BDC) Chairman Gundna, Sarshad Natnoo, met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and submitted a charter of public demands seeking major developmental initiatives for the 52-Doda Assembly Constituency.
The memorandum highlights key issues related to infrastructure, education, healthcare, sports, drinking water and tourism, urging the J&K Government to take immediate action.
Among the major demands, Natnoo called for lifting drinking water from the Chenab River to ensure a permanent water supply for Doda town. He also sought the establishment of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) at Gundna, Mohalla Thathri, Jakyas Kahara and Chilli to provide skill development and employment opportunities for local youth.
He further demanded the widening and upgradation of the Thathri-Chilli road via Kahara and the Doda-Malwana road via Bhabore-Dhara to improve connectivity in remote areas.
Other demands included the construction of a Dak Bungalow at Gundna, appointment of a regular Principal and Administrative Officer at GMC Doda, and expansion of Doda Sports Stadium with modern facilities.
Highlighting the tourism potential of Chenab Valley, particularly Dal Draman, Natnoo also sought improved tourism infrastructure and the construction of a Tourist Hut to attract visitors and generate employment.
Natnoo urged the Chief Minister to prioritise these demands and issue necessary directions to the concerned departments for their early implementation in the larger public interest.
