DC Kishtwar Assesses Water-logging Situation in Various Areas of Kishtwar Town
Kishtwar, 9th July 2023
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| DC Kishtwar Assesses Water-logging Situation in Various Areas of Kishtwar Town |
Today, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar, Dr Devansh Yadav (IAS), undertook a thorough assessment of the water-logging situation in Kishtwar town and its surrounding areas, namely Wasser, Kuleed, Zellna and Sangrambhatta. This inspection aimed to evaluate the ongoing dewatering efforts following heavy rainfall from last two days in District Kishtwar.
Accompanied by officers including Tehsildar Kishtwar, Muneeb Umar, XEN PMGSY Kishtwar Mohinder Kumar, EO MC Kishtwar, Ninad Sen, Naib Tehsildar Kishtwar Sohaib Ahmed, a representative from GREF and Secretary District Red Cross Society Kishtwar, Sheikh Asgar, the DC diligently examined the affected areas.
Dr Devansh Yadav informed that the response mechanism to tackle the situation was immediately activated as soon as the rainfall began. He emphasized that all relevant line departments swiftly mobilized their resources and personnel to expedite the dewatering process in the affected regions.
The DC further stated that instructions were issued to ensure the prompt clearance of water from all roads and lanes, particularly those leading to critical establishments such as hospitals and receiving stations.
To effectively manage the situation, all line departments, including PWD, Jal Shakti, MC, JPDCL, Traffic, and Police, have deployed sufficient manpower and machinery on the ground. Additionally, a dedicated control room has been established, reachable at 01995259555, to facilitate communication and coordination.
Dr Devansh Yadav emphasized that designated officers have been assigned as nodal officers for different zones to closely monitor the situation within their respective jurisdictions.
The DC acknowledged the significant challenge posed by water-logging due to inadequate drainage in the district. In response, the district administration is expediting efforts to address this deficiency through a comprehensive drainage project, aimed at effectively mitigating future incidents.
Furthermore, the DC urged the general public to exhibit civic sense by refraining from disposing of garbage, plastics, and unwanted materials into the lane drains, as such practices lead to blockages and exacerbate water-logging problems.
For more information and updates on the current situation, the public is encouraged to contact the designated control room at 01995259555.