Kathua, Sep 2: Deputy Commissioner Kathua has directed immediate safety audit of all government buildings in the district in view of incessant rainfall.
According to a statement issued here, the order encompasses school buildings, health institutions, college buildings, hospitals, Community Health Centres (CHCs) and Primary Health Centres (PHCs) to ensure that structures are safe before being put to use.
According to the order, the district heads have been asked to oversee the conduct of the safety audit prior to the functioning of such buildings. Heads of educational institutions, in coordination with Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs), have been instructed to complete safety checks before resuming classes, with the Chief Education Officer supervising the process for schools.
The Chief Medical Officer has also been tasked with ensuring audits of all hospital and health centre buildings in the district.
The initiative aims to safeguard the lives of students, staff, and the general public by preempting hazards arising from rain-induced structural damage. The Deputy Commissioner has emphasized strict compliance with the order for the welfare of all concerned.
