Collector reviews city sanitation measures
Explaining the importance of efficient drinking water supply and sanitation, the collector said that these are essential to building a positive image for the city administration.
He also called for the speedy and systematic execution of development works being undertaken through various schemes such as General Funds, National Clean Air Programme, Smart City Corporation, IIITDM, and AMRUT. In particular, he stressed the timely completion of the Master Plan Road works.
As part of mosquito control measures, the collector ordered the use of drones to spray mosquito repellent oil in the Handri river and other vulnerable areas, urging that these efforts be institutionalized annually. He also instructed that detailed documentation be maintained, including the distance covered and costs incurred. The collector warned that negative reports regarding municipal department officials were surfacing and urged greater accountability. He directed the Municipal Commissioner to conduct coordination meetings with staff to ensure proper functioning across departments.
Kurnool Municipal Corporation Commissioner Ravindra Babu presented a detailed overview of ongoing municipal activities through a PowerPoint presentation. The meeting was attended by SE Rajasekhar, MHO Vishweshwara Reddy, the city planner, AEs, and other municipal staff.
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