Chandigarh, October 26
The Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, today visited Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, to review the Dhan Guru Ram Das Langar Sewa and Transport Nagar, Sector 26, to assess the progress of ongoing development works and review facilities for truck drivers and visitors.
At Transport Nagar, Sector 26, the Administrator reviewed ongoing development works, including the progress of the weighbridge, and directed the concerned officials to expedite necessary measures to improve infrastructure, security and public convenience. He directed the officials to increase police deployment and strengthen barricading at the entry and exit points to ensure better security and monitoring of the area. He also instructed the concerned authorities to take appropriate action against unauthorised street vendors operating near Transport Nagar.
Emphasising the need for better facilities for truck drivers and visitors, Kataria directed the officials to ensure the availability of canteen facilities in Transport Nagar. He stressed the importance of effective coordination and timely action to improve the overall functioning and management of the area.
Earlier, at GMCH-32, the Administrator reviewed the Dhan Guru Ram Das Langar Sewa, which provides free meals to patients’ attendants and other needy visitors who spend long hours at the hospital caring for their loved ones. Expressing satisfaction with the service, he appreciated the initiative for extending support to people during difficult circumstances.