Agency delaying work should be blacklisted: Vipul Goyal

Haryana Urban Local Bodies Minister, Mr. Vipul Goyal said that there should be no delays in the development projects under the department. He said that if any agency fails to complete a project within the stipulated time, appropriate action should be taken, including blacklisting the agency.Mr. Vipul Goyal was chairing a meeting with department officials to review various aspects of ongoing projects.

During the meeting, Mr. Vipul Goyal emphasized the need to closely monitor contractors and agencies handling development tenders, particularly those working on projects taking a 10 percent minus tenders. He stressed that the quality of their work should be regularly checked.

The Cabinet Minister pointed out that some agencies take on tenders but repeatedly extend the project deadlines instead of completing the work on time, which is unacceptable. He said that measures would be taken to ensure the public does not face any inconvenience, and directed concerned officers to take strict action, including blacklisting any firm that fails to meet the project deadlines.

In addition, he instructed officials to closely monitor tender estimates to avoid any negligence. He also directed the department to take concrete actions to address the growing issue of stray dogs.The meeting also covered discussions on the state’s cleanliness system and its ranking. 

Urban Local Bodies Minister, Mr. Vipul Goyal, addressed various aspects of the cleanliness framework in Haryana. He directed officials to enhance the capacity of cleaning machines across the state, especially replacing outdated machines with newer, technology-driven models in areas where the current machines have become ineffective.

In addition, Mr. Goyal spoke about the cleanliness ranking and urged officials to take concrete steps to improve the state’s position. He said that with proper effort, the state’s cleanliness can improve, thereby boosting its ranking.

Rating should reflect Officer’s Ability

Mr. Goyal also focused on the importance of assessing the performance of officers within the department. He instructed the concerned officials to compile comprehensive ratings for officers across all areas of the Urban Local Bodies Department. The ratings should consider factors such as the officer’s working style, qualifications and their achievements. 

He stated that by evaluating officers this way, the department could better understand the capabilities of each employee. This approach will help place employees in roles that align with their skills and qualifications, leading to improved performance and ensuring that capable officers are given priority in their respective roles.The meeting was attended Vikas Gupta, Commissioner and Secretary of the Urban Local Bodies Department, Pankaj, Director General of the Department, and other officers.

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