Dehradun: To remove bottlenecks encountered in the implementation of development projects in the state, Public Works Department Secretary Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pandey has emphasized departmental coordination, clear action plans, and time-bound action. During a meeting held at the Secretariat on Thursday regarding finalizing the state-specific draft commentary, he instructed officials to resolve pending cases in accordance with rules and ensure their disposal within the stipulated time.
The draft commentary was discussed during the meeting based on concept papers and suggestions received from various departments. Challenges faced in implementing development works and suggestions for their solutions were presented through a presentation.
Discussions were held on subjects related to the PM GatiShakti portal, Bhoomi Rashi portal, Parivesh portal, land acquisition, transfer of land possession, forest land transfer, shifting of utility services, land banks, land mutation, and royalty. Processes to provide time-bound permissions through a single-window system for compensation of damages to properties located outside the right of way of roads and contractors’ applications were also deliberated upon.
Secretary Pandey stated that concerned departments and implementing agencies must pay special attention to documentation in cases related to development works. Detailed action plans should be prepared for every case along with an intensive study of the National Highways Act, related laws, rules, and Central Government guidelines so that problems can be accurately assessed and rule-bound solutions found.
He instructed officials to interact with local people to understand their problems and circumstances. He said that departments should not limit themselves merely to identifying bottlenecks, but should also present practical solutions. Where changes in rules or procedures are required, clear proposals should be prepared and forwarded to the appropriate level.
Dr. Pandey also stressed imparting necessary training to officers and employees of concerned departments and implementing agencies. He stated that having accurate knowledge of rules, procedures, and technical aspects will accelerate the implementation of development projects. All concerned officers must ensure the time-bound disposal of pending cases with better coordination.
The meeting was attended by Revenue Council Commissioner and Secretary Ranjana Rajguru, Additional Secretary Vineet Kumar, SETU Commission Advisor Vishal Parashar, PWD Superintending Engineer Manoj Kumar Bisht, UPCL Superintending Engineer Arun Kant, Pitkul Superintending Engineer Rakesh Kumar, and UJVNL Deputy General Manager Mukesh Verma, along with officials from various departments. District Magistrates, Chief Development Officers, and Additional District Magistrates of all districts joined the meeting virtually.
