Kathua, Sep 11: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma Thursday conducted an extensive tour of Bani Sub Division to take stock of the situation arising after the recent spell of incessant rains and floods.
As per a statement issued here, during his maiden visit to the Sub Division, the DC chaired a meeting of District and Sub Divisional Officers at the SDM Office Complex, wherein he took a firsthand appraisal of the developmental profile of the Sub Division and reviewed the ongoing relief and restoration works. Reviewing the restoration efforts, the DC directed the concerned officers to ensure proper assessment of damages caused to life and property so that timely relief is extended to the affected families under SDRF norms. He stressed on close coordination among departments to expedite restoration of public infrastructure. On the occasion, the DC met several public deputations who projected issues mainly related to damages to roads, agricultural land and other essential services. The DC assured them of all possible support from the administration and directed officers to prioritize works in the worst-affected areas. As part of the relief measures, the DC distributed essential relief material including dry ration, oil, utensils, tents, mattresses and other necessary items among the affected families. He also assured that the concerned departments would extend handholding support to the affected households under the provisions of various government schemes and welfare programmes. The DC also chaired a meeting with Lead District Manager (LDM) and Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) to review the implementation of Mission Yuva scheme in the Sub Division. He called for ensuring effective coverage of youth under the programme to provide enhanced avenues of employment and skill development.
