Om Prakash takes charge as Rajkot collector
Before this, he served as the municipal commissioner of Junagadh and held the position of deputy municipal commissioner in Ahmedabad.
One of the immediate and significant challenges before him is overseeing the organization of Rajkot's renowned Janmashtami fair. In the wake of the TRP Game Zone fire tragedy, the authorities are implementing strict safety regulations for public events. Ride operators have been urging the administration to ease some restrictions.
Addressing mediapersons, Om Prakash emphasized that public safety remains top priority. "We won't compromise on any policies during the Janmashtami fair. This fair holds great significance for the people of Rajkot. We will hold discussions with all stakeholders to arrive at a balanced and practical solution," he said.
He also addressed the ongoing traffic issues on the Jetpur highway, which is currently under construction. Drawing on his experience from his previous posting, he remarked, "Having served in Junagadh before Rajkot, I am aware of the condition of this road. I will coordinate with the National Highways Authority of India to expedite the work."
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