Sham Sharma initiates Rs 3.78 Cr Sewerage Projects to strengthen civic sanitation in Jammu North
STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: In a major push to upgrade urban infrastructure and improve sanitation, comprehensive sewerage and drainage development works have commenced in the Jammu North constituency under the leadership of Sham Lal Sharma, MLA Jammu North.
The projects aim to provide long-term solutions to wastewater disposal, rainwater channeling, and public health protection.
The two projects, sanctioned under the Jammu Municipal Corporation and executed by the Urban Environmental Engineering Department (UEED), cover Ward No. 37 (Janipur Colony, Shivpuri) and Ward No. 59 (Top Paloura, Mandlik Nagar), with a combined investment of Rs 3.78 crore- Rs 1.96 crore allocated for Ward 37 and Rs 1.82 crore for Ward 59.
Speaking on the occasion, Sham Lal Sharma said, “These projects are a critical intervention in addressing the sanitation and infrastructure issues faced by the people of Janipur and Top Paloura. The commencement of these works will lead to better civic services, enhance quality of life, and ensure a cleaner, safer environment for the residents.”
Sharma highlighted the importance of timely preparedness. “We are actively strengthening the Environmental Sanitation and Control (ESC) mechanism to prevent stagnation of waste and rainwater. Dedicated field teams have been deployed for pre-monsoon inspections, cleaning operations, and rapid response in case of local flooding or sewer overflow,” he stated.
Focusing on public health, Sham Lal emphasized that improved sewerage and drainage systems will significantly reduce the risk of water-borne diseases such as typhoid, cholera, and hepatitis. “Our goal is not limited to infrastructure development, but extends to building a healthier and more hygienic society,” he said.
Further, Sham Lal Sharma appealed to the public to act as responsible custodians of public assets, including government buildings, schools, parks, electric infrastructure, and other civic utilities.
He remarked, “These public properties belong to all of us. Their care and protection are essential if we are to realize the dream of Viksit Bharat @2047-a developed and self-reliant India powered by active citizen engagement.” He emphasized that this national vision is being personally guided and monitored by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose unwavering commitment to cleanliness and nation-building continues to inspire millions across the country.
He also called upon citizens to actively participate in the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, stating, “Cleanliness cannot be achieved by the government alone. Every citizen must take ownership of their surroundings. I urge all residents to become Brand Ambassadors of Swachhta, adopt clean habits, and contribute to the shared vision of a clean and dignified city.”
The commencement event was attended by former Councillors Sunita Gupta, Ashok Singh Manhas, Uttam Singh Chib, BJP District General Secretary Ravish Magi, Mandal Presidents Sahil Gupta (Janipur) and Pankaj Pada (Muthi Paloura), former Mandal President Suresh Khajuria, Manohar Lal Babbar, Shakti Kendra Pramukh Joginder Singh Chib, Executive Engineer UEED Ashwani Khajuria, AEE Sunil Thapa, and other senior officials.
