Uri, Jan 24: The Member of the Legislative Assembly from the Uri Assembly Constituency and senior National Conference leader, Dr. Sajjad Shafi Uri, is setting a strong example of public service and living up to the massive mandate given to him by the people.
The statement reads that at a time when most people remained indoors to escape the harsh winter, Dr. Sajjad Shafi Uri braved heavy snowfall and extreme cold to visit hospitals across Uri, Boniyar, and Sheeri. He conducted surprise inspections to check the availability of paramedical staff and personally enquired about the condition of patients. Being an MBBS doctor himself, the MLA took special interest in healthcare services during the severe weather.
On Friday, Dr. Sajjad Shafi Uri also directed departments including PMGSY and R&B to immediately deploy machinery and clear roads on a war footing. As of now, nearly 70 percent of the roads in Sub-Division Uri have been cleared of snow.
The MLA spent several hours at the Tehsil Headquarters in Boniyar, where he met the Tehsildar and reviewed the functioning of the control room. He personally monitored relief and response activities, which were witnessed by local residents who later appreciated his dedication and hands-on approach, the statement reads.
