Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 22: Dr Shehnaz Ganai, ex-MLC today visited Panchayat Dingla in Poonch and listened public grievances after which she complained about non-supply of water to village Jangyaar for the last one week by the PHE.
Ganai took up the matter with the concerned authorities and also with Deputy Commissioner Poonch and informed him that the water being lifted from a bore-well to the water reservoir for distribution has been stopped by the authorities from the last one week.
The Deputy Commissioner assured that a team will be deputed to inquire about the non-supply of water and assured that the water will be supplied at an earliest.
Dr Ganai said that power, road connectivity, drinking water supply, healthcare and education in the area needs special focus for comprehensive development.
She also demanded up-gradation of basic amenities in rural and far-flung areas.
While referring to the women who had gathered on the occasion, Ganai said that women empowerment is necessary for which change in mindset is required.