Sri Vijaya Puram, October 29: Yesterday, the representatives from Gram Panchayat Nilambur, namely Up-Pradhan Mr. T. Satish Kumar, Sarpanch Mr. Anand Bhengra and former Pradhan Mr. Roy George, met the Chief Secretary, A&N Administration, to discuss 20 important long-pending issues concerning Baratang Island, as highlighted in the letter which has already been submitted to the Lieutenant Governor.
During the meeting, the issues related to land and revenue matters were discussed on priority. The Chief Secretary assured that the concerned Forest and Revenue Departments would be called upon to coordinate and resolve these long-pending matters at the earliest.
Issues concerning road connectivity, drinking water supply and electricity were also discussed, with a request for their early resolution and necessary action on priority. The delegation also met the Commissioner-cum-Secretary and raised the key concerns related to the deteriorated roads, water supply and electricity. Assurance was received that necessary efforts would be made to address these issues to the maximum possible extent.
These meetings marked an important step towards pursuing the long-pending public grievances and securing improved infrastructure and essential services for the people of Baratang Island.
