The District Development Coordination & Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting, chaired by Tura MP Agatha Sangma was held at the DRDA Conference Hall in Ampati today.
During the meeting, representatives from 15 departments reviewed their respective developmental works in the district and presented comprehensive reports on the status of their ongoing projects, highlighting achievements, challenges, and future plans.
A government release said, the discussions were constructive and aimed at finding solutions to overcome hurdles and expedite the pace of development. Notable concerns and proposals emerged from these discussions, reflecting the commitment of the local authorities to address the pressing needs of their constituents.
The Medical Department raised the vital issue of the need for child specialists and anesthetists in the Civil Hospital. Furthermore, they highlighted the necessity of a separate blood bank, even in the presence of a blood storage unit in the district.
The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) department pointed out the absence of power supply at Anganwadi centers, a crucial issue affecting early childhood development programs.
Sangma assured to take up the concerns with the relevant ministries. She emphasized that the information gathered at the DISHA meeting will facilitate improvements and enable issues to be effectively addressed.
She also highlighted the challenges faced by beneficiaries when banks reject their loan applications, which can be demoralizing. She suggested increased support and coordination between the District Industries Centre (DCIC) and banks to better assist beneficiaries in securing loans for their projects.
Rangsakona MLA, Subir Marak proposed the establishment of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) in Damalgre, emphasizing the importance of education for the district’s youth. He also called upon the concerned department and DC to ensure the timely delivery of food grains for midday meals to schools through wholesalers and dealers.
Mahendraganj MLA, Sanjay Sangma addressed the issue of incomplete projects within his constituency and urged for their expeditious completion. He also mentioned the urgent need for ambulances in some Primary Health Centers (PHCs) and assured that he had taken up the matter with the Chief Minister, indicating that these ambulances are ready for dispatch.
