New Delhi, March 25 Delhi Lt Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu held a meeting with MCD officials on Wednesday to review ongoing efforts to deliver essential civic services and stressed the need for faster progress in key areas such as garbage management, road repairs, and dust mitigation.
While acknowledging the improvements made in recent years despite existing challenges, the L-G's office posted on X that gaps remain, particularly in addressing issues raised by citizens and the media, and in ensuring timely redressal of grievances.
Senior officials were advised to be more receptive to feedback and work towards bridging the gap between ground realities and public expectations.
The need to address overlapping jurisdictions among agencies, including the Delhi Development Authority, Delhi Jal Board, Public Works Department, and the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, was also highlighted, with an emphasis on a coordinated approach focused on public satisfaction, the post on X read.
Additionally, the meeting encouraged the adoption of the best global practices and innovative solutions to tackle long-standing civic issues, along with an assurance of full support to overcome operational challenges.
During a visit to Hindu Rao Hospital and Medical College, which also houses a nursing college, the L-G posted on X that interactions were held with patients, the medical superintendent, and staff.
"By aligning our nursing training with global standards and best practices, we can equip our health professionals with international expertise, enable them to gain work experience abroad based on global needs, and bring back advanced healthcare skills to India," the post read.