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Ram Niwas Sharma visits border villages of Uri; reviews progress on VVP Phase-II
6/17/2026 9:45:06 PM
Early Times Report
BARAMULLA, June 17: Commissioner Secretary Education Department, Ram Niwas Sharma, who is also Nodal Officer for Vibrant Villages Maidanan and Salasan, today visited the two border villages in Uri Sub-Division and reviewed the progress of developmental activities being undertaken under the Vibrant Village Programme (VVP) -Phase II.
He was accompanied by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate Uri, Joint Director School Education North Kashmir, Deputy Chief Education Officer Baramulla and other concerned officers of line departments.
During the visit, the Commissioner Secretary held extensive interaction with the residents, community representatives and local stakeholders at both Maidanan and Salasan villages. He listened to their concerns, developmental aspirations and suggestions regarding improvement in basic amenities and public services.
The residents highlighted various issues and demands related to infrastructure, connectivity, education, healthcare, drinking water supply and livelihood generation.
Assuring the people of the government's commitment towards the welfare and development of border communities, Ram Niwas Sharma stated that the Vibrant Village Programme aims to transform remote villages into self-reliant and vibrant settlements through focused developmental interventions and improved public service delivery. He emphasized that sustained efforts are being made to strengthen the infrastructure and create better socio-economic opportunities for the residents living in border areas.
The Commissioner Secretary also conducted a comprehensive review of the developmental works and government schemes being implemented in the two villages. He was briefed about the status of ongoing projects, achievements made so far, challenges being faced and the future plans envisaged under the programme.
He stressed the need for timely completion of projects, effective coordination among the departments and regular monitoring to ensure that developmental benefits reach the people in a tangible manner.
Ram Niwas Sharma directed the concerned officers to maintain close engagement with the local communities and adopt a proactive approach in addressing the public grievances and developmental needs. He further underscored the importance of ensuring transparency, accountability and quality in execution of works being carried out under the programme.
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