Public Works Department at a Glance

GENERAL

            Public Works Department comprises Transport & Communication Sector    and Physical Planning & Housing Sector.

 

TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION SECTOR

 

1-         Vision

            Provision and upkeep of a viable road network matching in needs of people of Azad Jammu & Kashmir.

 

2-         Economic/ Social Potential

·         Road entries from AJK to Pakistan are key routes for social & economic activities mainly taking plaice in AJK.

·         Inter/intra district roads support social services delivery.

·         Contribution to tourism development.

·         Employment Opportunities.

·         Social integration.

 

PHYSICAL PLANNING & HOUSING SECTOR

 

1-         Vision

            Construction and Maintenance of safe & comfortable residential and office accommodation in the Public Sector, in a well designed & cost effective manner to ensure conducive environment for an efficient Public Service deliver.

 

2-         Economic/ Social Potential

·         Generating industrial production.

·         Developing small & medium enterprises.

·         Creating self-employment opportunities.

·         Flourishing business, commerce & trade activities.

·         .Enhancing utilization of indigenous resources.

·         Contributing significantly in fostering social cohesion and environmental improvement.