Visakhapatnam Suspends Public Grievance Hearings for Giri Pradakshina Coordination
Local authorities in Visakhapatnam have canceled all public grievance sessions scheduled for July 27, 2026. Staff typically assigned to these hearings are currently redirected to manage the logistics of the annual Giri Pradakshina festival.
Festive Logistics Prompt Temporary Suspension of PGRS
Government offices across Visakhapatnam will pause the Public Grievance Redressal System (PGRS) on Monday, July 27, 2026. This decision impacts scheduled sessions at the City Police Commissionerate, the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC), and the District Collectorate. Administrative focus has shifted entirely toward the operational demands of the upcoming Giri Pradakshina festival.
Personnel Reassigned to Festival Duties
Official communication released on July 26 indicates that the cancellation stems from a total mobilization of departmental staff. Employees who usually process citizen complaints are now stationed to oversee arrangements for the annual pilgrimage. Key details regarding the suspension include:
- Affected Date: Monday, July 27, 2026.
- Primary Reason: Coordination and safety logistics for the Giri Pradakshina event.
- Involved Agencies: GVMC, Local Police, and the Revenue Department at the Collectorate.
Regular grievance redressal operations are expected to resume once the festival duties conclude and staff return to their respective offices.
Source: The Hindu — Home
