Programme launched to better civic amenities in Chhapra
Chhapra: With a view to ensuring enhanced civic amenities for the people, the urban development and housing department on Wednesday launched a programme "Aapka Shahar, Aapki Baat" (your town, your expectations) at ward no. 3 in Chhapra town.Under the programme, Sunil Kumar Pandey, municipal commissioner, had conversation with the residents of the ward and gathered their issues and expectations.Some residents expressed their desire for a house under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna (Urban), some demanded the construction of roads and drains, while others wanted renovation of damaged roads and drains. The municipal commissioner assured the residents of suitable action.Chhapra: With a view to ensuring enhanced civic amenities for the people, the urban development and housing department on Wednesday launched a programme "Aapka Shahar, Aapki Baat" (your town, your expectations) at ward no. 3 in Chhapra town.Under the programme, Sunil Kumar Pandey, municipal commissioner, had conversation with the residents of the ward and gathered their issues and expectations. Some residents expressed their desire for a house under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna (Urban), some demanded the construction of roads and drains, while others wanted renovation of damaged roads and drains. The municipal commissioner assured the residents of suitable action.
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