Early Times Report JAMMU, Nov 13: MLA Jammu West Arvind Gupta today inaugurated a vital PHE pipeline project at Ward No. 28, Bakshi Nagar, aimed at ending the long-pending water shortage issues in the area. The project, taken up under the Public Health Engineering Department, will cover two major segments-Bakshi Nagar (Ward No. 28) and Ward No. 26, with a total cost of Rs 67 lakh. The new water pipeline will extend from the Bakshi Nagar Sub-Division to Ram Mandir, ensuring regular and adequate water supply to hundreds of households that have long faced irregular and insufficient water availability. Addressing the gathering, Arvind Gupta said, "People of Bakshi Nagar have been facing severe water supply problems for years. Today, with this project, we are fulfilling our promise to provide every home with access to clean and uninterrupted water. Development with dedication and accountability is our priority." He further added that the project reflects his commitment to improving civic infrastructure and ensuring that basic amenities reach every citizen. "Our focus remains on grassroots development. We are determined to make Jammu West a model constituency where every locality enjoys quality infrastructure and essential services," Gupta stated. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mandal President Kushant Prajapati, senior BJP leader Atul Bakshi, and PHE officers XEn Tajinder Singh, AEE Pankaj Mohan, and JE Shubham Singh Baloria, along with enthusiastic participation of local residents and BJP karyakartas. BJP General Secretary Mohit, and party members Ajay, Anand, and Indresh were also present on the occasion. Arvind Gupta lauded the efforts of PHE officials for timely execution and urged residents to cooperate during the construction phase. He reiterated his commitment to continue addressing civic issues in a phased manner, ensuring that the benefits of development reach every corner of Jammu West. |