Itanagar, Nov 12 Union minister Anupriya Patel on Thursday stressed the need for last-mile delivery and complete coverage of government schemes, urging officials to ensure that all eligible beneficiaries receive the intended benefits.
Addressing senior district officials at Boleng in Arunachal Pradesh’s Siang district during a review of centrally sponsored schemes, she called for coordinated efforts by departments to ensure that no eligible person was left out.
Patel, the MoS for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilisers, expressed hope that Siang would emerge as a model district in the implementation of government programmes rather than remain among those lagging behind, according to a statement.
She also suggested possible interventions to address bottlenecks and improve service delivery.
Patel, who is on a two-day official visit to the district, flagged issues that require intervention at the Centre.
Earlier, Siang Deputy Commissioner Tayi Taggu gave an overview of the district, outlining its geographical profile, development priorities, ongoing initiatives and achievements across sectors.
He also briefed the minister on the administration’s efforts, in coordination with line departments, to improve the implementation of government schemes and delivery of public services.
Rumgong MLA Talem Taboh noted the geographical and climatic challenges of Arunachal Pradesh, saying its difficult terrain and weather conditions significantly increase infrastructure development costs and often delay the implementation of government schemes.
Siang Superintendent of Police Kamdam Sikom and Zilla Parishad chairperson Tamat Tatak were among those present in the meeting.
(PTI News)
