Kashmir Digest.

Irrigation Minister Calls on Governor

Mr. Sham Lal Sharma, Minister for PHE, Irrigation and Flood Control, called on Mr. N.N. Vohra, Governor, here at RajBhavan today.
Mr. Sharma briefed the Governor about measures being taken by PHE department to augment supply of safe drinking water in various areas of the State to meet the fast increasing requirements. He also discussed with the Governor, the status of various projects undertaken to increase the net irrigated area in the State and the work being done by the Flood and Irrigation Department to check the siltation and choking of water bodies. The Minister also discussed with the Governor certain political and developmental issues affecting the interests of the State.