Sunday, June 29, 2025

CEO SDA reviews SWM plant ahead of SANJY-2025

sda

JAMMU, JUNE 02: In preparation for the upcoming SANJY 2025, the Chief Executive Officer of the Sonamarg Development Authority, Bilal Mukhtar, conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Solid Waste Management (SWM) plant in Sonamarg. He was accompanied by officials from the Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department and the Mechanical Engineering Department to assess the plant’s operational readiness.

The visit aimed to evaluate the plant’s capacity to handle the anticipated increase in waste generation during the Yatra season. A reliable and efficient waste management system is critical for maintaining cleanliness, public hygiene, and the ecological balance of the region.

Officials present during the visit included: Bilal Mukhtar, Chief Executive Officer, Sonamarg Development Authority, Er. Ashiq Ahmad, Executive Engineer, R&B Department, Er. Muzaffar Ahmad, Assistant Executive Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Department, Er. Kaiser Ahmad, Assistant Engineer, Er. Javaid Ahmad, Junior Engineer.
During the inspection, CEO Bilal Mukhtar emphasized the pivotal role of solid waste management in preserving Sonamarg’s pristine environment, particularly during the heavy influx of tourists and pilgrims. He reiterated the administration’s commitment to adopting eco-friendly and sustainable waste disposal practices. The inspection highlighted the coordinated efforts among departments to ensure full preparedness for the Yatra. Key strategies discussed during the visit included augmenting manpower for waste collection and management, establishing additional waste collection points, and ensuring round-the-clock functioning of the SWM plant. This initiative forms part of a broader strategy to provide pilgrims and tourists with a clean, safe, and environmentally responsible experience during their visit to Sonamarg.