On Saturday, a meeting of the Patan Taluka Coordination and Complaints Committee took place at the Patan Mamlatdar office. The meeting was chaired by In-Charge Prant Officer Goswami. Members raised various issues that were directed to the relevant departments for resolution.
One of the key points presented by Naresh Parmar, Chairman of the Social Justice Committee, was the need for a bus service for students studying in Patan during the evening hours. Another issue discussed was the request for the allocation of government housing for the Ideal Resident Kumar School, which is currently operating in rented premises.
Additionally, the committee addressed the need for land measurement for free land in Balishana village. There was also a request for land measurement for police staff quarters and construction of a parade ground in the same village. Another concern raised was about Anganwadi Center No. 182, which has been functioning in a rented building for two years. The committee requested the commencement of work on a new Anganwadi.
In response to these issues, the In-Charge Prant Officer directed the concerned department officials to take necessary actions according to the rules. The meeting saw the presence of Patan’s rural and urban Mamlatdars, the Taluka Development Officer, the Chief Officer of Patan Municipality, Alpaesh Bhai Patel, and various other officials and employees from the coordination committee.
The Patan district has a rich history and was created in October 1997 when districts and talukas were reorganised in Gujarat. Initially, the Patan district consisted of seven talukas including Chanasma, Patan, Siddhpur, Harij, Sami, and two talukas from Banaskantha district, namely Radhanpur and Santhalpur. The district is bordered by Banaskantha to the north, Mehsana to the south, and Kutch to the west.
With a population of 1,342,746 as per the 2011 census, Patan district is a blend of urban and rural areas. The district covers an area of approximately 7,421 square kilometres, with 1,1284 hectares classified as urban and 5,5471 hectares as rural. The agricultural sector is significant in the region, producing various crops including wheat, millet, and cotton.
Patan is also known for its traditional crafts such as Patan Patola sarees, which have gained international recognition. Events like the Katiyokno Radhiyalo Lok Mela and the Varana Dham Lok Mela showcase the rich culture and heritage of the region. The district is also home to the largest solar park in Asia, the Gujarat Solar Park, located in Charanka.
Overall, the recent meeting of the Patan Taluka Coordination and Complaints Committee highlights the ongoing efforts to address community needs and improve infrastructure in the district. With concerted efforts from officials and community leaders, the district aims to provide better services to its residents and enhance their quality of life.
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