Subhash Mahajan
Chamba
Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania inaugurated the newly constructed Malunda drinking water scheme, built at a cost of ₹58 lakh, and announced the extension of the Kanthli-Bhatunui ambulance route up to Bihali-Saila.
Addressing a public gathering in Kanthli village, Pathania expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and highlighted the government’s commitment to strengthening essential services in Bhatiyat constituency. He stated that by June 2027, nearly ₹900 crore will be spent under the Jal Shakti Department on projects related to drinking water, irrigation, sewage, flood control, and fire safety.
Pathania informed that in the past four years, projects worth ₹175 crore have been completed, while works worth ₹365 crore are currently in progress. Additionally, proposals amounting to ₹534 crore have already been approved for future implementation.
Reiterating his dedication to holistic development, Pathania emphasized that the benefits of these schemes are reaching even the remotest communities. He assured that demands raised by the Panchayat would be sympathetically considered and fulfilled at the earliest.
He further urged public representatives to set aside differences and work collectively for the region’s progress, noting that better coordination between Panchayat leaders and administrative officials would accelerate development.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents, who warmly welcomed Pathania. Panchayat Pradhan Pooja Kumari honored him on behalf of the community.
Prominent attendees included State Forest Corporation Director Chela Krishan Chandra, State Cooperative Bank’s Rajkumar Chambial, Block Congress Committee President Vijay Kanwar, Nagar Panchayat Vice President Surender Chadak, DSP Sher Singh, BDO Anil Gurada, engineers Rakesh Thakur and Pankaj Rathour, Forest Officer Dr. Kuldeep Jamwal, along with other officials, Panchayati Raj representatives, and a large number of villagers.
