UditVani, Jamshedpur : Deputy Commissioner Karn Satyarthi chaired a review meeting on Saturday at the collectorate building to assess the progress of development schemes funded under Untied Fund, DMFT, NITI Aayog, and MP/MLA LAD.
Expressing dissatisfaction over delays in several projects, the DC directed officials to set realistic completion timelines at the approval stage itself and cautioned that accountability will be fixed in cases of unwarranted delay.
During the review, projects related to bridges, culverts, approach roads, PCC roads, drinking water sources, and additional classrooms in schools were discussed. The DC ordered expeditious completion of pending works, submission of technical reports where progress was lacking, and initiation of fresh tenders if required. He also instructed strict action against contractors showing negligence, poor quality, or laxity.
“Ensuring timely completion is the responsibility of engineering departments. Executive engineers must regularly inspect construction sites and verify physical progress,” the DC emphasised.
Scheme-Wise Progress:
District Untied Fund:
FY 2023-24: 78 schemes sanctioned, 76 completed, 2 pending
FY 2024-25: 118 sanctioned, 57 completed, 61 pending
FY 2025-26: 58 sanctioned, 1 completed, 57 pending
NITI Aayog Fund:
8 schemes sanctioned, including model Anganwadi centres, renovation of Anganwadi buildings, sal leaf plate and cup production units, food carts for women and transgender groups, a library-cum-resource centre, and kitchen facilities in government schools.
DMFT (District Mineral Foundation Trust):
Of 421 sanctioned schemes, 324 have been completed, 90 are pending, while 7 were cancelled due to technical reasons.
MP LAD: 131 sanctioned, 102 completed
FY 2023-24: 508 sanctioned, 405 completed
FY 2024-25: 579 sanctioned, 409 completed
FY 2025-26: 18 sanctioned, ongoing
The DC instructed all departments to speed up pending projects, prioritise schemes recommended by public representatives, and ensure transparency in implementation.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Development Commissioner Nagendra Paswan, NEP Director Santosh Garg, Civil Surgeon Dr. Sahir Pal, District Social Welfare Officer (in-charge) David Balihar, District Planning Officer (in-charge) Sudipta Raj, along with officials from NREP, Special Division, Building Construction, Zila Parishad, and Drinking Water & Sanitation departments.
