Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, June 30: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Sanjeev Verma today reviewed disaster and flood preparedness at a high-level meeting.
The meeting was attended by IGP Dr S D Singh, Commissioner, JMC, Ramesh Kumar, Director FCS&CA Jammu, RAInqalabi, Joint Director Information Jammu, Naresh Kumar besides senior functionaries of Police, IAF, SDRF, I&FC, CRPF, Health and other departments.
During the meeting, the Div Com assessed the preparedness of concerned departments for the crisis management ahead of the monsoon. He directed the concerned authorities to gear up their men and machinery and utilize the services of volunteers and organizations to take prompt action during occurrence of any kind of disaster.
Calling for coordinated efforts and pooling of resources, the Div Com asked the concerned departments and defence forces to conduct mock drills and work as a one cohesive unit to overcome shortcomings and create a common platform for communication.
Stressing on spreading safety awareness among the population living in flood prone areas, the Div Com directed for preparing advance advisories for taking prompt action in case of emergency. He asked the Director, FSC & CA to stock the sufficient quantity of food and LPG stocks.
He also took stock of availability of machinery for road clearance and other rescue works and the crises management resources to channelize the proper mechanism for rescue operations. He emphasized on putting more focus on the hilly and vulnerable areas and taking quick action to minimize any damage.
The Div Com asked the concerned functionaries to prepare informative video representations on how to install tents, prepare rafts and other rescue equipments.
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