In a significant district development committee (DDC) meeting held in Kochi, elected representatives strongly emphasized that the issues raised during such forums are genuine demands of the people, and officials have a clear obligation to respond to them promptly. The gathering, which took place at the Collectorate Conference Hall on Sunday, saw MLAs pushing for immediate action on various public concerns affecting the region.
MLA P V Sreenijin Calls for Expedited Public Works
MLA P V Sreenijin, addressing the assembly, stressed that officials should act quickly on matters raised in DDC meetings, as these directly reflect the needs of constituents. He highlighted specific projects requiring urgent attention, underscoring the responsibility of representatives to ensure efficient governance.
Key Demands for Infrastructure and Resource Management
Among the pressing issues discussed, Sreenijin pointed to the renovation of the Kizhakkambalam panchayat bus stand, urging that this project be completed as soon as possible. He directed that progress on this renovation should be reported within a month to ensure accountability and timely execution.
Additionally, the MLA requested urgent action to issue passes for transporting timber to the Mudikkal depot under the forest department. He instructed the Vazachal Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) accordingly, aiming to streamline logistics and support local resource management without unnecessary delays.
Uma Thomas Addresses Environmental and Social Concerns
MLA Uma Thomas brought forward complaints from the public regarding breathing difficulties near Edachira, close to Infopark. She called on pollution control board officials to conduct a thorough study of air pollution levels in the area and submit a detailed report promptly, addressing potential health hazards for residents.
Focus on Community Infrastructure Development
Thomas also questioned the delay in land acquisition procedures for the Thengode anganwadi, urging that obstacles be resolved swiftly to commence its construction. To support this initiative, she mentioned allocating funds from the MLA asset development fund, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing community infrastructure and welfare.
Meeting Overview and Official Participation
The DDC meeting was chaired by collector G Priyanka, with attendance from key officials including district planning officer G Ullas, various public representatives, and other departmental officers. This collaborative setting aimed to foster dialogue and drive actionable outcomes for the district's development.
Overall, the meeting underscored a collective push for responsive governance, with MLAs advocating for faster resolutions to public issues, from environmental safeguards to infrastructure projects, ensuring that the voices of Kochi's residents are heard and acted upon effectively.
