REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik, chaired a crucial meeting of the District Mineral Foundation Trust (DMFT) to review the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) and ensure the optimal utilization of the District Mineral Fund for the welfare and development of mining-affected areas.

During the meeting, a comprehensive discussion was held on the proposed interventions and expenditures under the scheme, with a strong focus on sustainable, community-driven projects.

Taking a stern stance against illegal mining, DC Reasi directed to install CCTV cameras in all subdivisions, particularly at locations near mining blocks vulnerable to unauthorized activities.

The DC stressed the need for modern surveillance systems with adequate recording backup to assist both the police and the mining department in taking swift and appropriate legal action against offenders.

The District Mineral Officer was instructed to conduct thorough scrutiny of such sensitive locations and coordinate with Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) to ensure full coverage in high-risk areas.

The Deputy Commissioner further directed the District Mineral Officer (DMO) to take strict action against individuals involved in illegal mining activities without paying royalty or obtaining proper permission. She emphasized that there will be zero tolerance towards illegal mining and instructed the DMO to submit a detailed action-taken report.

In addition to anti-mining measures, the meeting also reviewed proposals related to key public sectors such as school education, Public Health Engineering (PHE), and Public Works Department (PWD). The DC emphasized that these proposals would be considered for funding after detailed project reports (DPRs) and feasibility assessments are submitted.

The meeting was attended by CPO Reasi Narinder Kumar, ACR Nitin Verma, DMO, DFO, CEO, ALC, Executive Engineers and other concerned officers.