Early Times Report
RAMBAN, July 8: Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Gool Imtiaz today chaired a Sub-Division Level Disaster Management and Coordination Meeting to review disaster preparedness, strengthen inter-departmental coordination and ensure effective relief measures for natural hazards such as floods, landslides and cloudbursts in the sub-division.
The meeting was attended by Tehsildar Harjeet Singh, SDPO Kuldeep Raj, Naib Tehsildar Inktikhab Ahmed, Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer (SDAO) Sanjay Sharma, AEE Jal Shakti Rakesh Soni, AEE PMGSY Naveed Aslam Khan, AEE PWD Tanveer Ahmed and representatives from 23 RR Gool, Beacon Mahore and Batote. Officers from Health, PDD, FCS&CA, SDRF, Police and other line departments were also present.
During the meeting, a detailed review was taken on the existing disaster management plan, availability of men and machinery, stock of essential commodities, functioning of control rooms and communication systems in the sub-division. The SDM directed all line departments to remain on high alert in view of the monsoon season and to ensure round-the-clock monitoring of vulnerable areas prone to landslides and flash floods.
The SDM emphasized the need for proactive measures and seamless coordination among all departments to deal with any emergency situation. He directed the Jal Shakti, PWD and PMGSY departments to identify vulnerable spots and keep restoration teams and machinery ready for immediate response. The Health department was instructed to ensure availability of medicines, ambulances and medical staff at CHC Gool and PHCs. The FCS&CA department was directed to maintain buffer stock of ration, while PDD was asked to ensure backup arrangements for power supply.
The SDM further directed Tehsildars and Naib Tehsildars to conduct regular visits to vulnerable areas, maintain updated lists of disaster-prone pockets and generate public awareness regarding safety measures. He stressed on the importance of community involvement and urged the locals to disseminate information regarding dos and don'ts during disasters.
The police and 23 RR were asked to extend support for rescue and evacuation operations, while Beacon representatives were directed to ensure early restoration of roads in case of blockades.
The SDM reiterated that the safety of lives and property is the top priority of the administration. He said that effective coordination, timely response and public cooperation are key to minimizing the impact of disasters. He assured that the administration is fully prepared to tackle any situation arising out of natural calamities. |
