Kupwara, June 19 :MLA Lolab, Qaysar Jamshaid Lone, today concluded his three-day extensive tour of the border area of Machil, covering several remote villages across the valley.
During the tour, the MLA visited far-flung areas to assess the status of developmental works, review the availability of essential services, and interact with local residents to understand their concerns and grievances.
On the occasion, MLA Lone inspected roads, water supply schemes, healthcare facilities and other ongoing developmental projects in the area. He directed the concerned officers to expedite the execution of works and ensure quality implementation for the benefit of the people.
The MLA also held interactions with local residents and party workers. Various issues relating to wages, road connectivity, irrigation facilities, healthcare services and fuel accessibility were brought to his notice. He issued on-the-spot directions to the concerned departments for timely redressal of the issues.
As part of welfare initiatives during the tour, Biomass Cook Stoves were distributed among beneficiaries at Katwara, Dappal and Misribaikh villages to promote clean, smokeless and cost-effective cooking solutions for households in the border belt.
Addressing the people, MLA Lolab said that Machil, being a frontier area, deserves priority in terms of development, connectivity and the provision of basic amenities. He reiterated his commitment to ensuring that the concerns and developmental aspirations of the people are addressed on priority.
The local residents appreciated the MLA’s three-day visit and his direct engagement with the people living in the remote villages of Machil valley.