DC Pulwama visits flood-prone areas

Pulwama, Aug 27: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom, today conducted an extensive tour of various flood-prone areas of the district amid incessant rains to assess water flow, review control measures & strengthen preparedness.According to a statement issued here, the DC visited Karanbal Kakapora, Hatiwara, Samboora, and Bujbagh areas of Pampore Tehsil, and Goripora, Sail, and Chersoo areas of Awantipora along with other affected areas and took on-ground stock of the situation.During the visit, DC issued a series of directions aimed at strengthening preparedness and safeguarding lives and property. He instructed the Flood Control authorities to maintain strict vigil over river embankments, vulnerable spots and irrigation channels. He further directed that field staff and SDRF teams remain stationed round-the-clock at identified critical locations to facilitate a timely response.Police and Revenue officers were asked to coordinate closely with locals and ensure smooth evacuation wherever required. Besides, the Health department was directed to keep medical teams and ambulances on standby.DC also stressed the need for stocking essential commodities in vulnerable areas so that public convenience is not hampered.Dr. Qayoom further directed the officers to ensure seamless inter-departmental coordination, timely dissemination of information, and active engagement with local communities.