JAMMU, Jun 18: Jammu East MLA Yudhvir Sethi on Thursday held a Public Darbar at the BJP office in Kachi Chawni, providing a platform for residents to directly interact with their elected representative and highlight issues affecting their daily lives.
The programme witnessed an overwhelming response, with people from different wards and localities of the constituency participating and submitting their grievances.
During the interaction, residents raised a wide range of issues, including pending revenue matters, land and property disputes, pension-related concerns, implementation of welfare schemes, regularization of essential services, traffic congestion, parking facilities, and public safety measures. Citizens also sought intervention in matters Related to urban development projects, drainage systems, road repairs, water supply and sanitation.
Listening attentively to each representation, Yudhvir Sethi assured the public that all genuine issues would be taken up with the concerned departments and authorities on priority. He directed party workers to maintain a record of the grievances and ensure continuous follow-up until their resolution.
Speaking on the occasion, Yudhvir Sethi said that direct public interaction remains an important part of democratic governance and helps in understanding the real issues faced by the people.
“A Public Darbar is not merely a grievance redressal platform but a means to strengthen the bond between the public and their representatives. Every concern raised here will be pursued with sincerity and urgency,” he said.
The MLA emphasized that the welfare of the people of Jammu East remains his top priority and that he is committed to ensuring that government schemes and developmental initiatives reach every deserving beneficiary.
He said special attention would be given to issues concerning senior citizens, women welfare and the strengthening of public infrastructure.
Several cases were resolved on the spot through telephonic discussions with concerned officials, while others were referred to the respective departments for immediate action.
Residents appreciated the initiative and thanked Yudhvir Sethi for making himself readily available to the public. They said such interactions help bridge the gap between the administration and citizens and ensure that people’s voices are heard.
Prominent BJP leaders, party workers, social activists and local residents were present during the Public Darbar.