Addressing the gathering, the minister said the state government was committed to improving road connectivity, strengthening panchayats, and upgrading education, healthcare and basic infrastructure in the region. He said road construction and forest clearance cases were being pursued on priority. Several road projects were undergoing approval under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), while clearances for some others were expected shortly.
He said the forest clearance process for the Mundaghat road was also being expedited so that construction could begin as soon as approval was received. Efforts were underway to develop other important link roads as well. He urged panchayat representatives to submit the necessary documents and no-objection certificates promptly to avoid delays in development works.
Community Centre and Sports Ground Development
Anirudh Singh said the construction of the panchayat building had been completed in approximately eight months. He urged panchayat representatives to provide the required land documents for the proposed community centre and the development of the existing ground into a stadium. He assured the gathering that efforts would be made to improve facilities at the ground, which had been developed through collective community efforts and voluntary labour.
Kotii-Parari Road Work to Begin After Diwali
The minister said construction of the Koti-Parari road was planned to begin after Diwali. Work on other roads would also be expedited as weather conditions improved following the monsoon. Documents relating to the construction and repair of several roads had been received and would be processed on priority.
He added that the state government had issued a notification regarding its Link Road Policy to improve rural connectivity and facilitate the movement of ambulances and other essential vehicles during emergencies. Road width and surfacing would be determined according to the prescribed departmental standards.
Veterinary and Educational Facilities
The minister said the demand for opening a veterinary dispensary in the area would be examined in accordance with population requirements and departmental norms. The possibility of providing veterinary services at the panchayat building on selected days would also be explored.
He added that efforts were being made to expand CBSE-affiliated school facilities, taking into account prescribed standards, student strength and the requirements of existing schools.
Police Post Proposed at Koti
Anirudh Singh said the proposal to establish a police post at Koti had received approval at the previous Cabinet meeting. A suitable location was being identified, and the possibility of operating the post from the old panchayat building would also be explored with the consent of the panchayat and subject to the availability of facilities.
Funds Announced for Development Works
The minister announced grants of ₹1 lakh for Dharbhog, ₹1 lakh for the repair of the Kanagara-Dera Kair road and ₹1 lakh for repairs to the Khal-Nala Kanda road. He said the demands submitted by panchayat representatives would be considered on priority.
He also announced ₹25,000 for the fair committee, ₹15,000 each for two local Mahila Mandals and ₹10,000 each for two local Thoda sports teams to encourage traditional sports and community participation.
Shimla Municipal Corporation councillor Narendra Thakur, Fair Committee president Durga Singh, Mashobra Panchayat Samiti chairman Tara Chand Thakur, Chikkar Panchayat Samiti member Daulat Ram, Koti Panchayat Samiti member Hemavati, Dharbhog panchayat head Kamal Thakur, Shilobagh panchayat head Vinod Thakur, other panchayat representatives and several prominent people were present on the occasion.
