Srinagar, Nov 28: Commissioner Secretary, Hospitality and Protocol (H&P), Dr. Rashmi Singh during her two day visit to Kashmir, carried out a detailed review of functioning of department as well as assessed the progress of various ongoing developmental works.
While chairing the review meeting of the department, the Commissioner Secretary urged the engineering divisions to adhere to stipulated timelines and ensure the highest standards of quality in project execution. She reiterated the department’s commitment to excellence in hospitality and the provision of top-notch services to all stakeholders. She emphasized on the importance of modernization and preservation of department’s heritage assets.
During the meeting, the Commissioner Secretary also reviewed progress of ongoing works and issued instructions to officers of executing agencies to complete all pending works timely.
During the visit, the Commissioner Secretary conducted on-site inspection of the Banquet Hall Srinagar and took stock of its facilities. She gave instructions for preparation of comprehensive Detailed Project Report for its upgradation.
She asked them to focus on transforming the Banquet Hall into a modern, multi-functional facility, equipped with cutting-edge furniture, advanced audio-visual (AV) systems and video conferencing capabilities.
Dr. Rashmi Singh emphasized on the need to integrate state-of-the-art design elements to meet the demands of meetings, conferences and events.
The Commissioner Secretary also visited Strong-cum-Display Room at the H&P Store Complex, Gupkar Road here and inspected the facility thoroughly housing heritage assets.
Dr. Singh highlighted the need to incorporate robust safety and security features to ensure the protection of these valuable items. She emphasized on installation of various security features like Surveillance System, Access Control system, Alarm Systems, Lighting and Display at the facility.
The Commissioner Secretary during the visit, also conducted site inspection of department’s land in Awantipora.
Interacting with officers on the occasion, Dr. Rashmi Singh emphasized on them to ensure effective utilisation of this land. She directed the concerned officers to engage with the Forest Department to address encumbrances and to explore feasible strategies for leveraging the land for future departmental projects and initiatives.
Director H&P, Ashwani Khajuria; Joint Director H&P, Kashmir, Fayaz Ahmad Fayaz; ADC Awantipora, Tehsildar Awantipora, and other officers were also present on the occasion.
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