Srinagar, Feb 20: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam Dr Bilal Mohi-ud-din Bhat chaired a detailed review meeting to assess the operational and safety-related infrastructure issues of NIFT Budgam at DC office complex Budgam to ensure time-bound completion of all pending works.
The DC took stock of the overall physical progress of the campus, which is spread over 132 kanals of land provided by the Government, and comprises 22 planned buildings, of which 19 buildings are substantially complete. He observed that despite significant progress, several critical components remain pending, hindering the full operationalization of the campus.
The DC reviewed agenda-wise issues in detail and issued various directions.
While reviewing HVAC Systems, the chair was informed that HVAC systems are malfunctioning in the Administrative Block, Academic Block, Girls’ Hostel, Guest House, Director’s Residence, and Residential Quarters, while installation and commissioning in the Boys’ Hostel remain pending.
The DC directed immediate technical inspection of all HVAC installations, rectification of faults, and time-bound commissioning to ensure proper heating and ventilation facilities across all buildings. He emphasized that given the prevailing climatic conditions, functional HVAC systems are essential for academic functioning and residential comfort. The DC stressed the environmental significance of a fully functional STP and directed immediate installation and commissioning of all pending components to ensure proper wastewater treatment and compliance with environmental norms.
