Initiative being taken to Upgrade Infras in Parks, Gardens; Make them Centres of Amusement: Sheikh Fayaz Ahmad
Follow COVID-19 Appropriate Behavior while Visiting Parks, Gardens: Director Farooq Ahmad Rather
Baramulla, August 10: In a significant bid to facilitate tourists with best possible avenues and facilities, Commissioner Secretary to the Government, Floriculture Gardens and Parks Sheikh Fayaz Ahmad accompanied by Director Floriculture Farooq Ahmad Rather and other concerned functionaries today conducted an extensive tour to Baramulla district where they carried out an array of developmental activities besides taking the first hand appraisal of various gardens and parks of the district.
At the famous tourist resort Gulmarg, the Commissioner Secretary laid the foundation stone of Lupine Theme Garden which is the first of its kind at the destination. He also inspected various parks there and took stock of infrastructure and other developmental activities being carried out in these parks.
Similarly, the Commissioner Secretary also laid the foundation stone of Hydrangea Theme Garden at Tangmarg which is spread over an area of 60 kanals of land. He also planted a sapling of ‘Hydrangea’ ornamental plant and formally kick-start the plantation of about 500 ornamental plants that are being planted at the venue.
After laying the foundation stones, the Commissioner Secretary emphasized upon the concerned authorities to maintain the assets in the best state of maintenance. He also stressed that there is a need to engage more and more people in commercial floriculture which could enhance the employment opportunities. Moreover, he added that various initiatives are being taken to upgrade and develop basic infrastructure and avenues so as make these points as centres of amusement.
Director Floriculture appealed the people to follow the requisite SOPs and adopt COVID Appropriate Behavior (CAB) during their visit to the parks and gardens. He also urged to behave as conscious and responsible citizens and maintain the cleanliness and sanitation at these locations.
Deputy Director Floriculture, District Floriculture Officer, Executive Engineer among other senior officers and officials were present on the occasion.