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Srinagar, May 12: Jammu and Kashmir government has presented a massive plan to the centre for electrifying areas which have not been provided electricity.

Minister for Transport Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen said today that a plan has already been submitted to the central government for approval and release of funds.

He said that the power distribution system in the central Kashmir district of Badgam would be streamlined adding that about Rs 10 crore were utilized for repairs of damaged transformers and transmission lines last year.

Regarding the complaints that Power Development Department (PDP) officials are charging local residents for repair of damaged transformers, he asked the people not to pay for such repairs of transformers. He also warned the employees of serious action if found indulging in collecting money from the people for repairs of transformers.

The minister directed for formulation of detailed projects to link the major towns with each other by dependable roads and highways network in the district so that better connectivity is provided.

He said government has sanctioned additional Rs 2 crore for strengthening the infrastructure under health sector in the district.

UNI