BARAMULLA, NOVEMBER 5: Minister for Agriculture Production, Finance, Mining and Cooperative Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar, today visited the site of under-construction Super Bazar at CMS Seelu in Rafiabad constituency of Baramulla district and conducted a detailed inspection of the ongoing construction works.
During the visit, the Minister reviewed the physical progress of the project and interacted with the concerned officers and representatives of the executing agency to assess the pace of execution and quality of construction.
The Super Bazar project is being executed by the Public Works Department (PWD), Roads and Buildings (R&B) Division, Sopore, under the Capex Budget 2026–27, at an estimated cost of ₹196.77 lakh. The proposed double-storey building, covering a plinth area of 2,233 square feet, will comprise of two shopping halls, a washroom, an office, a kitchen, a store and fencing of the land.
While reviewing the progress of work, the Minister instructed the concerned officers and executing agency to maintain the highest standards of construction quality, strictly adhere to the approved design and technical specifications and accelerate the pace of execution to ensure timely completion of the project. He stressed the need for effective monitoring and regular supervision at every stage of construction. He directed the concerned authorities to ensure that the project is completed within the stipulated timeframe without compromising on quality, safety and durability.
Emphasising the importance of public infrastructure in strengthening local economic activity, the Minister said that development projects must be implemented with transparency, accountability and a firm commitment to public welfare. He said that the Super Bazar, upon completion, would provide improved commercial infrastructure, facilitate local traders and create better business opportunities for the people of Seelu and adjoining areas.
Senior officers of the Cooperative Department and other concerned officials accompanied the Minister during the inspection.
