Malkangiri collector reviews revenue, water conservation projects
Officials directed to expedite development works and ensure timely delivery of public services
By Krishnapada Ray
MALKANGIRI, Nov. 10: A district-level review meeting on revenue administration, PMG Progress and the water security action plan was held under the chairmanship of Malkangiri Collector at the Zilla Parishad conference hall here on Monday.
The meeting reviewed the progress of various revenue cases, distribution of land pattas, revenue collection and implementation of public welfare and development projects.
The Collector directed officials of all departments to ensure that infrastructure and other development projects were completed within the stipulated timeframe without compromising on quality.
Special emphasis was laid on the district’s water security action plan. A presentation was made on low-cost water conservation measures, including loose boulder structures, highlighting their potential to improve water retention and groundwater recharge.
The meeting also discussed measures to promote rainwater harvesting, improve river embankment management and ensure access to safe drinking water for people across the district.
The Collector stressed that prompt resolution of public grievances and effective implementation of government welfare schemes must remain the administration’s top priorities. He called upon all departments to work in close coordination and take practical measures to strengthen water conservation while completing ongoing projects ahead of schedule wherever possible.
Among those present at the meeting were DFO Sai Kiran, Additional District Magistrate (Revenue) Bedabar Pradhan, Chief Development Officer-cum-Executive Officer Dasharathi Sarabu, Project Administrator, ITDA, Haldhar Sabar and Sub-Collector Duryodhan Bhoi.
