Astore: Astore Development projects are progressing rapidly in various areas of Astore district, while the district administration is continuously monitoring the projects to ensure their timely completion, quality of construction and public interest.
According to DC office sources, development projects related to roads, communications, electricity, education and other sectors are underway at various locations across the district. In particular, construction work on the Astore-Shagarthang Road project is progressing at a fast pace. The project is expected to improve travelling facilities in the area and provide better connectivity to remote areas with the main road network.
Deputy Commissioner Astore Madam Neelam Ali is paying special attention to the progress of various ongoing development projects in the district. Along with monitoring the projects, concerned departments are being directed to ensure quality, speed and transparency in development works. The district administration is also maintaining close coordination with relevant departments for the timely resolution of issues related to development projects and the provision of maximum possible facilities to the people.
The district administration is also conducting regular inspections in different areas and markets to address public issues, ensure implementation of the official price list, monitor prices of essential commodities and ensure the availability of quality daily-use items to consumers at notified rates. During these inspections, action is being taken in accordance with rules and regulations against violations of the official price list, overcharging, sale of substandard or expired items and other irregularities.
According to the administration, provision of relief to the public, prompt resolution of their problems, provision of basic facilities and completion of development projects according to the prescribed standards are among the priorities of the district administration. For this purpose, concerned departments have been directed to perform their responsibilities effectively and ensure prompt action on public complaints.
Members of the public have appreciated the ongoing development activities in Astore district, including construction and rehabilitation of roads, provision of basic facilities and monitoring of prices of essential commodities in markets. They expressed hope that timely completion of the ongoing projects would further improve the communication network and public facilities in the area.