DC Reasi discusses Draft Master Plan; Emphasises Sustainable, Planned Urban Growth

REASI, OCTOBER 15: In a step towards promoting sustainable and planned urban development, Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik today chaired an important meeting to deliberate on the Draft Master Plan for Reasi. The meeting aimed to seek inputs, suggestions, and recommendations from various stakeholders before the plan’s final submission and approval.
The meeting witnessed participation from a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including MLA Reasi Kuldeep Raj Dubey, DDC Member Jagjivan Lal, ADC Rakesh Kumar, ACR Nitin Verma, Chief Town Planners, Tehsildar Reasi, Executive Officer Municipal Council Reasi, Town Planner Udhampur/Reasi, along with representatives from the Traders’ Association, weaker sections, developers and civil society members.
During the session, Chief Town Planner Jammu, Jagdish Raj Hans, delivered a comprehensive presentation on the draft Master Plan. He outlined key components including the identification of proposed villages, land use rationalization, traffic management strategies and transportation planning aimed at ensuring balanced and efficient urban growth.
The meeting provided an open platform for public representatives, traders, and members of vulnerable communities to give suggestions on the master plan.
Several participants raised specific objections to certain provisions of the draft plan, reflecting the active engagement of the local community in shaping the region’s future.
The Deputy Commissioner directed the Town Planning Department to maintain complete transparency throughout the process and ensure that public objections are addressed promptly.
It was decided that the draft Master Plan will be placed in the public domain again, allowing another window for citizens to raise objections or submit recommendations.
DC Nidhi Malik assured all stakeholders that genuine suggestions and objections will be carefully examined and considered before the plan is finalized.She emphasized the need for a robust and inclusive planning framework that meets the infrastructure and development needs of Reasi while preserving its ecological and cultural fabric.
The initiative marks a crucial step towards participatory urban planning, aligning with the government’s vision of inclusive development and accountable governance.