ANANTNAG, AUGUST 12: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan today took stock of repair and renovation work of Markaz-e-Falah-i-Masturaat at Bondialgam here.
The building has been handed over by the District Administration Anantnag to the District Social Welfare Department for the establishment of the orphanage.
The district administration has sanctioned an amount of Rs 9 lakh for its repair and renovation, besides, an amount of Rs 3 lakh has also been sanctioned for the construction of lavatory blocks in its premises.
During his visit to the facility, Advisor Khan was informed that the building after its renovation will accommodate 25 orphan girls with facilities of kitchen, mess and recreational activities.
On the occasion, Advisor Khan directed the concerned to speed up the repair works so that all the basic amenities and other living facilities are provided to the girl inmates.
He asked the concerned officers to establish a modern equipped computer lab besides other recreational facilities and provide skill development courses to the girl inmates at the Markaz.
The Advisor was accompanied by District Development Commissioner Anantnag, KK Sidha, officers of District Social Welfare Department and other concerned.
