Collector ensures completion of ongoing development works in Chittoor
Chittoor District Collector Sumit Kumar has reaffirmed the administration's commitment to completing ongoing development and welfare projects despite severe drought conditions. The district is currently facing a high-risk rain deficit, prompting officials to prioritize irrigation and public utility works through transparent consultation.
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Highlights the challenges of governance and infrastructure maintenance in regions facing climate-induced resource scarcity.
District Collector Sumit Kumar on Saturday said the administration was committed to completing all ongoing development and welfare works in line with the State government’s priorities, despite Chittoor district facing a rain deficit and drought-like conditions.
Speaking to the media after the Zilla Parishad general body meeting here, the Collector said funds had already been spent on several irrigation projects that were at various stages of execution. “We will ensure their completion, while remaining funds will be monitored, and works will proceed as per norms,” he said.
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