Srinagar, Jul 21 (NVI): Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Tuesday reviewed flood preparedness in Kulgam district and directed officials to maintain a high level of readiness to deal with any weather-related emergency amid continuing inclement weather conditions.
Chairing a meeting to assess the preparedness of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Garg reviewed mitigation measures and the operational readiness of departments involved in relief, rescue and rehabilitation, officials said.
Deputy Commissioner Kulgam Shahzad Alam briefed the meeting on the district’s preparedness, including department-wise mitigation plans and the status of emergency response mechanisms.
The Divisional Commissioner instructed all departments to ensure immediate deployment of field teams whenever required and stressed continuous monitoring of water levels, identification of vulnerable flood-prone areas, strategic positioning of manpower and machinery, and full operational readiness of the district control room.
He also reviewed the availability of essential services, including healthcare, drinking water, electricity, telecommunications and essential commodities, and directed the concerned departments to ensure uninterrupted public services during adverse weather conditions.
Garg further asked officials to issue timely public advisories and intensify awareness campaigns in vulnerable areas to reduce the impact of any possible flood situation.
Earlier in the day, the Divisional Commissioner visited Mata Kulwagishori Temple at Bungam and Mata Katyani Temple at Kakran to review arrangements for the upcoming Annual Maha Yagya, officials added.(NVI)
