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MLA Arvind Gupta dedicates Panchayat Ghar, starts cremation shed work in Ward No 32
1/6/2026 10:28:31 PM
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 6: MLA Jammu West Arvind Gupta today dedicated the Panchayat Ghar to the public and inaugurated the work of a cremation shed at Ranjeetpura, Ward No. 32, marking another step towards strengthening civic infrastructure and community facilities in the constituency.
The programme was attended by former Minister Sukhnandan Choudhary, former Deputy Mayor Dharamveer Jamwal, Mandal President Anil Angral, former Sarpanch Avinash Singh, Arun Dubey, Geeta Sodhi, Arun Sharma, Kala Ram, and a large number of local residents who welcomed the initiative.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Arvind Gupta said that development of basic amenities remains a top priority for him.
"The Panchayat Ghar is the backbone of grassroots democracy. By dedicating this building, we aim to empower the local community, strengthen public participation, and ensure smooth delivery of government schemes at the village and ward level," he said.
Referring to the cremation shed, Gupta said it was a long-pending demand of the residents.
"The cremation shed is not just a structure; it is a facility that provides dignity and basic comfort to families during the most difficult moments of their lives. Our effort is to ensure that such essential facilities are available in every ward of Jammu West," he added.
Gupta further reiterated that the BJP is committed to transparent and people-centric development.
"We believe in development that directly touches people's lives. Every public work undertaken is aimed at improving quality of life and addressing genuine local needs," he asserted.
Former Minister Sukhnandan Choudhary, while addressing the gathering, appreciated the efforts of the MLA and said, "Works like Panchayat Ghars and cremation sheds reflect true public service. These facilities are essential for social welfare and community harmony. I congratulate MLA Arvind Gupta for continuously focusing on grassroots-level development."
Former Deputy Mayor Dharamveer Jamwal and other speakers also lauded the initiative and highlighted the importance of planned and inclusive development at the ward level. They emphasized that such projects strengthen the bond between public representatives and citizens.
Local residents expressed satisfaction over the dedication of the Panchayat Ghar and the start of cremation shed work, stating that these projects would significantly benefit the area. The programme concluded with assurances that more development works would be taken up in Jammu West in the coming days.
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