Public warned not to move near River Chenab tomorrow

Excelsior Correspondent

DODA, Aug 17: The Management of Dulhasti Power Station, NHPC Limited has cautions general public of districts Doda and Kishtwar and of village Dul, Benzwar, Cherhar, Bhandarkot, Hasti, Kandani, Prem Nagar & Pul Doda not to move near River Chenab on August 19 (Wednesday) from 00:00 Hrs. to 18:00 Hrs as the gates of Dulhasti Power Station Dam shall be opened for reservoir flushing.
During this period, the water level of River Chenab may rise to 2 to 3 meters. Therefore, the public residing near River Chenab downstream areas is being cautioned to refrain from moving themselves / their cattle/ trucks & tippers near the banks of River Chenab to avoid any mishap and to co-operate for the safety of their lives, said a statement, issued here today.
“Anybody violating the request shall be doing so at his own risk and responsibility and NHPC/Management of Dulhasti Power Station shall not be responsible for consequences thereof,” the statement added.