Review Meeting at NCHAC Secretariat

A departmental review meeting was convened today at the Conference Hall of the Chief Executive Member (CEM), North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council (NCHAC), under the chairmanship of Shri Krishnendu Paul, Honourable Minister to GOA, PHE, Hill Areas, Barak Valley Development & Guardian Minister of Dima Hasao.

The Guardian Minister was felicitated, followed by a welcome address by Principal Secretary Partha Jahari ACS.

As directed by Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Guardian Minister reviewed the preparedness of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) for monsoon-related floods, storms, and landslides. ADC Shhaurya Sharma briefed on mitigation measures and quick response mechanisms installed within Dima Hasao.

The Guardian Minister emphasized fast-tracked development of the hill district, highlighting tourism as a key driver of revenue generation. He assured that under his leadership, Dima Hasao will reach new heights of progress.

 Discussions focused on spring discharge storage and water stress in the district. The Chief Engineer (PHE) urged coordination with NCHAC for effective implementation of Har Ghar Nal Se Jal. MLA Smt. Rupali Langthasa highlighted unique challenges in hill districts, stressing the need for proper survey under JJM schemes.The Guardian Minister assured a visit to review defunct JJM schemes and directed coordination between PWD and PHE.

Joint Secretary Rebecca Changsan briefed on waste disposal mechanisms, recommending motorized vehicles instead of tricycles for effective collection.

The Guardian Minister directed strict penal action against defaulting contractors in PWD tenders to set an example of accountability. The meeting was attended by Shri Debolal Gorlosa, CEM NCHAC; Smt. Rupali Langthasa, MLA; Shri Mohet Hojai, Chairman NCHAC; Shri Dhriti Thaosen; Shri Donpainon Thaosen; other Executive Members and MACs of NCHAC; TT Daulagupu, ACS HAD Secretary; Principal Secretary Partha Jahari ACS; Smt. Gayatri Devidas Hyalinge IAS, SSP Shri Ripunjoy Kakoti APS Deputy Commissioner; Shri Pallab Kumar Das, Chief Engineer (Water, PHE); Shri Bhaskarjyoti Sarmah, Chief Engineer (Sanitation, PHE); Shri AK Illias Ahmed, ACS Additional District Commissioner,HoD’s of various departments and officials.