Tahir Hussain, Director of Urban Local Bodies in Ladakh undertook a comprehensive visit to several key areas within MC Wards No. 7 and No. 8 in Gongma, Kargil on December 25.

Accompanied by Imteeaz Kacho, the Administrator of MC-Kargil, Shafqat Ali Khan, Executive Officer of MC-Kargil, along with officials and residents from these wards, the Director was briefed extensively on various issues impacting the community. These ranged from the necessity for proper drainage systems, the urgency of road black-topping, the installation of lane tiles, ensuring sufficient street lighting, the removal of construction materials encroaching on roadsides, the establishment of children's parks, augmenting the number of sweepers, and enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of the area.

During discussions, the Director highlighted the ongoing sewage treatment project and assured the residents of dedicated efforts to address their concerns and fulfill their demands. Emphasizing the importance of communal responsibility, he stressed the necessity for residents to actively maintain and safeguard the infrastructure developed by the Municipal Committee.

Furthermore, the Director issued directives to the concerned Municipal Committee officials, urging the immediate removal of any construction debris obstructing roads and advocating the excavation of sewage pits to facilitate proper drainage, thereby preventing overflow onto the roads.

Conversations also revolved around plans to create environmentally friendly public spaces in Gongma, Kargil, catering to both the local populace and tourists, thereby enhancing the area's appeal and functionality.