HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, June 19: Labour Welfare, Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Minister and Guardian Minister for Dima Hasao, Rupesh Gowala, chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council (NCHAC) Secretariat on Thursday during his maiden visit to the district after assuming charge.
According to an official statement, Minister Gowala was joined by Power, Sports and Youth Welfare Minister and local MLA Nandita Gorlosa and NCHAC Chief Executive Member Debolal Gorlosa at the meeting.
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The session brought together officials from various departments to assess the implementation and progress of key government schemes and development projects in the district.
Principal Secretary (i/c) Partha Sarathi Johori gave an overview of the Council’s operations, followed by departmental presentations detailing the status of flagship programmes such as Orunodoi 3.0 and Jal Jeevan Mission.
Addressing lapses in certain Anganwadi centres, Minister Gowala directed strict action against underperforming workers, stressing the importance of efficient service delivery.
Discussions were also held on improving maternal health facilities, with the Health Department calling for the urgent upgradation of the Jatinga SD Labour Room to enhance institutional childbirth services in the area.
Challenges related to delayed infrastructure works were also discussed, particularly the non-implementation of tenders by contractors unfamiliar with the district’s terrain.
CEM Debolal Gorlosa recommended encouraging local contractors, who have a better understanding of the geography and technical aspects, to take up such projects.
Minister Gowala assured that the matter would be escalated for resolution at a higher level.
Concerns were also raised about the absence of a paddy procurement centre in the district, affecting local farmers. The issue was noted for further action.
The meeting was attended by District Commissioner Simanta Kr Das, Principal Secretaries Partha Sarathi Johori and Rajit Karigapsa, along with senior officials from the Council, district administration, and various departments.
