Chandigarh, October 11
Punjab’s Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO announced that the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann-led government is prioritizing the development of high-quality public infrastructure to improve public services. Emphasizing timely completion, transparency in fund utilization, and adherence to quality standards, the minister reviewed the progress of key government building projects worth Rs.2097.03 crore, with Rs.915.55 crore already disbursed to executing agencies.
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Project Overview
A total of 211 buildings are under construction across various departments, supervised by the PWD. The Architectural Department is handling the planning and design of these structures. Key departmental projects include:
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Higher Education Department: 35 projects worth Rs.477.13 crore.
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Medical Works: 39 buildings valued at Rs.565.87 crore.
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Revenue Department: 32 structures costing Rs.237.76 crore.
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School Education Department: 13 projects worth Rs.119.37 crore.
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Technical Education Department: 11 buildings valued at Rs.52.33 crore.
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Tourism and Cultural Affairs Department: 1 project worth Rs.84.13 crore.
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Sports Department: 16 building projects with Rs.110.66 crore allocation.
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Home Affairs Administrative Department: 2 projects worth Rs.83.92 crore for improved public services.
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Indra Kumar Gujral PTU: 5 projects costing Rs.56.82 crore.
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SIPDA Projects: 12 works valued at Rs.33.43 crore.
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Miscellaneous Works: 45 projects across various departments totaling Rs.275.61 crore.
Minister’s Directives
Harbhajan Singh instructed officials to expedite construction and ensure all projects are completed within stipulated timelines while maintaining high-quality standards. He underscored the government’s commitment to transparent fund management and delivering infrastructure that enhances public services.
