Assam Governor visits Sonitpur, takes stock of development schemes

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaDecember 28, 2024

On the final day of his maiden three-day visit to Sonitpur district, Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya held a meeting with Sonitpur district administration and took stock of the implementation of government schemes with DC Ankur Bharali and other heads of the departments at the conference hall of DC Office in Tezpur on Saturday.

The District Commissioner briefed the Governor on the implementation of various Central and State government flagship schemes aimed at the welfare of the people of the district.

While taking stock of the progress under MGNREGA, the Governor emphasized the need for timely completion of targets. Addressing the progress of the Amrit Sarovar, the Governor directed the concerned officials to conduct physical inspections and expedite the completion of all three phases of Amrit Sarovar. He suggested transforming the Sarovars into ideal recreational spaces by incorporating plantations, shaded seating areas, and flagpoles will help the programme to achieve its objective.

The Governor also asked  the Education Department to devise strategies to root out school dropout rates if any in the district. Highlighting the critical role of education in societal progress, he assured officials of his help in addressing challenges of the education sector in the district.

Focusing on environmental sustainability, the Governor stressed on the importance of enhancing the green cover in the district. He advised officials to initiate tree plantation drives in public spaces such as schools and parks and inspire public participation in this cause.

During the review of the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, the Governor encouraged capable citizens to become Nikshay Mitras and contribute to the mission of eradicating tuberculosis completely. He underlined the pivotal role of administrative support in achieving this goal.

Acharya also inquired about the functioning of PM Jan Aushadhi Kendras and instructed officials to monitor them closely to ensure they effectively serve the public by providing affordable medicines.

The Governor reviewed several other schemes, including PMAY(G), Jal Jeevan Mission, PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, and Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. He also assessed the performance of departments such as Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry, PWD, and PHE.

Earlier in the day, the Governor, accompanied by the First Lady, Kumud Devi, visited the historic Mahabhairav Mandir in Tezpur, where they prayed for the well-being and prosperity of the people of Assam. MLA Tezpur, Prithviraj Rabha was also present during the visit.