Varjeet Walia, 2018-batch IAS officer, assumed charge as the new Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Jalandhar at the District Administrative Complex on Friday.Interacting with media persons, the DC said grievance redressal would remain one of his key priorities, along with further strengthening infrastructure in the district.He added that transparent and accountable administration would be another major focus area and that an elaborate mechanism would be evolved to achieve this objective.Recalling his association with Jalandhar, Walia said he had completed one year of field training in the district and had also worked closely in managing the COVID-19 pandemic and flood situations.During a preliminary meeting with officers and staff, Walia asked them to perform their duties with dedication so that the benefits of various schemes could percolate to every section of society.Describing Jalandhar as a major hub of sports, industry, media and NRIs, he reiterated his commitment to work tirelessly for the welfare of all sections of society.Before being posted to Jalandhar, Walia served as DC of Rupnagar. He later served as DC of Patiala before being appointed as the new DC of Jalandhar.