DC Budgam visits Magam; takes stock of Muharram arrangements

Directs concerned Officers to ensure all possible arrangements for smooth conduct of Muharram

BUDGAM, JULY 14: The Deputy Commissioner (DC), Budgam, Akshay Labroo today conducted an extensive tour of Magam area to take stock of arrangements for the ensuing Muharram-ul-Haram.

The DC also chaired a meeting at Townhall Magam to take stock of the arrangements being put in place for hassle-free conduct of majalis and processions during the holy month.

During the meeting, representatives from various Shia organisations, local representatives from Magam and other adjoining villages raised their demands with the DC.

After listening to the demands of the general public, the DC directed concerned officers to visit all respective villages and ensure timely resolution of issues related to macadamization of roads, supply of uninterrupted electricity, water supplies and food and civil supplies.

He also instructed concerned officers to submit compliance reports in time and ensure availability of ration, distribution of fire wood and other facilities including restoration and installation of street lights are carried out on war footing.

The DC directed concerned to ensure facility of water tanks at all identified locations.

The meeting among others was attended by, President Municipal Council Magam, Mustafa Mir; SDM Beerwah, Taufeeq A Gazi and senior officers from PDD, PHE, R&B, Revenue, Municipality besides other concerned including representatives from prominent Shia organisations.