Commissioner SMC Reviews Progress of Council Hall Project; Directs Timely Completion

Srinagar, June 27, 2026: Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Mr. Faz Lul Haseeb, IAS, today conducted a comprehensive inspection of the ongoing Council Hall project at the SMC Headquarters to review the progress of this important infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening the Corporation’s institutional capacity and enhancing public service delivery.

During the inspection, the Commissioner reviewed the status of construction works and inspected various components of the project. The visit was attended by the concerned Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE), who briefed the Commissioner on the scope of work, physical progress achieved, and the scheduled timeline for completion.

The Commissioner was informed that construction activities are progressing satisfactorily, with work currently in full swing. He reviewed the pace of execution and directed the concerned officers to ensure that all works are carried out in accordance with the approved schedule.

While expressing satisfaction over the progress achieved so far, Mr.Haseeb, emphasized that timely completion of the project must be ensured without compromising on quality. He instructed the concerned officers to maintain strict adherence to approved technical specifications, engineering standards, and quality control measures at every stage of construction.

The concerned AEE informed the Commissioner that, subject to the present pace of progress being maintained, the project is expected to be completed during the next financial year.

Upon completion, the Council Hall will significantly strengthen the infrastructure of the Srinagar Municipal Corporation by providing a modern and well-equipped facility for the proceedings and deliberations of the Council. The facility is expected to enhance the Corporation’s institutional efficiency and support more effective municipal governance and public service delivery.