DC Kishtwar Reviews RDD Sector; Issues Strict Directions for Performability and Quality Execution
Kishtwar, 24-02-2026
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| DC Kishtwar Reviews RDD Sector; Issues Strict Directions for Performance, Accountability and Quality Execution |
The meeting focused on a comprehensive and detailed review of the progress of works under UT/District Capex, Aspirational Block Development Programme (ABDP), Aspirational Panchayat Development Programme (APDP), MGNREGA, PMAY-G, SBM-G, works under DDC/BDC/PRI Grants, Awaas Plus Survey, RGSA, MGMD, and other key initiatives.
A detailed presentation and comprehensive analysis of all schemes was delivered by ACD Kishtwar, Sh. Manoj Kumar (JKAS) and Sh. Neeraj Sharma JKAS, highlighting both physical and financial progress across all blocks.
The DC discussed the performance of each scheme in detail and sought inputs from Panchayat Secretaries, Junior Engineers (JEs), Technical Assistants (TAs), and other concerned officials to assess ground-level implementation and challenges.
Under MGNREGA, the DC reviewed the block-wise status of person-days (PDs) generated, timely payment of wages, geo-tagging progress, and other related parameters. A thorough evaluation was conducted to ensure compliance with guidelines and timely execution of works.
The DC also conducted an in-depth review of the physical and financial progress of other ongoing schemes at the block level, including ABDP, APDP, CD Panchayat, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Health, NFB, PMAAGY, TAD-UT, YSS, and allied sectors.
The DC stressed that all schemes must be executed with the highest standards of quality. He directed officers to ensure proper coordination and timely completion of works without compromise.
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| DC Kishtwar Reviews RDD Sector; Issues Strict Directions for Performance, Accountability and Quality Execution in Kishtwar |
Taking serious note of poor performance, the DC ordered the withholding of salaries of under performing BDOs, TAs, Panchayat Secretaries, and GRS. He clearly warned that no lackadaisical approach would be tolerated in the execution of developmental works.
The DC stated that future performance reviews shall be conducted strictly on the basis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for all schemes. He reiterated that accountability will be fixed at every level.
The DC imposed delay compensation on officials who failed to fill Muster Rolls under MGNREGA in a timely manner. He also directed the ACD, Kishtwar, to initiate the suspension of one Technical Assistant and one Panchayat Secretary for dereliction of duty.
Delivering a clear and firm message, the DC stated, “To perform or to perish,” underscoring that only a dedicated and result-oriented work culture will be accepted.
The meeting was attended by CPO Kishtwar Sh. Akhil Thakur, ACD Kishtwar Manoj Kumar, ACP Kishtwar Neeraj Sharma, AD Planning RDD, Ashraf Wani, all BDOs, Panchayat Secretaries, Technical Assistants and other Concerned officers and officials.

