Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct 11: As part of the District Administration’s public outreach initiative “Sampark Se Samadhan – Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore”, Mr. Sushant Padha, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, North & Middle Andaman District, accompanied by Mr. R. Alager Swamy, Adhyaksh, Zilla Parishad, North & Middle Andaman, Mr. Deepanshu Vohra, Assistant Commissioner, Rangat, and other officials, visited Baratang Island under Rangat Tehsil on a two-day visit commencing from 9th October, 2026 to review ongoing developmental activities, assess the status of public amenities and address the grievances and concerns of local residents through direct interaction.
During the visit, a Camp Court-cum-Jan Sunwai programme was organised at Baratang Forest Club in the presence of representatives of the PRIs, Heads of Departments, officials of NHIDCL and other concerned officers. The Deputy Commissioner heard the grievances of the public, reviewed revenue-related cases and emphasised the need for their expeditious disposal in accordance with the prescribed procedures.
The Deputy Commissioner also undertook field inspections to assess the progress of ongoing developmental works, identify infrastructural deficiencies and ascertain the specific requirements of the local population. He held interactions with PRI representatives, APWD officials, contractors to review the status of ongoing projects, examine implementation-related issues and ensure that necessary corrective measures are taken for the timely completion of works while maintaining the prescribed standards of quality.
The visit also facilitated direct engagement with local residents and PRI representatives to understand village-level developmental priorities, assess the availability of essential amenities and identify areas requiring focused administrative intervention. The concerned departments and implementing agencies were directed to take prompt and appropriate action on the issues raised by the public and ensure effective interdepartmental coordination for the timely implementation of developmental works and Government welfare schemes.
