REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik today chaired a review meeting to assess the preparedness for the Republic Day–2026 with a focus on ensuring the smooth, dignified and well-coordinated celebrations of the national event in the district.
The Deputy Commissioner reviewed in detail the arrangements for the main function including venue, security, parade rehearsals, seating arrangements, traffic regulation, power and water supply, sanitation, medical facilities, fire and emergency services and contingency planning. She emphasized strict adherence to prescribed protocols and effective inter-departmental coordination.
Preparations for cultural programmes including the participation of school children, NCC and Police contingents were also reviewed. To ensure effective planning and quality presentation of cultural events, the Deputy Commissioner directed the constitution of a committee to monitor the cultural programme to be headed by the ADDC Reasi.
Directing the Health Department, the DC instructed that adequate medical teams and ambulances be kept on standby during the celebrations. The Fire and Emergency Services were asked to ensure full preparedness to respond promptly to any emergency.
The Deputy Commissioner further directed the concerned departments to ensure proper sanitation arrangements, including the deployment of mobile toilets at the venue well in advance. Stressing the importance of cleanliness and hygiene, she called for maintaining a clean and hygienic environment in and around the venue. Instructions were also issued to make adequate arrangements for parking and smooth regulation of traffic to avoid congestion.
Highlighting the importance of showcasing government initiatives, the Deputy Commissioner directed all departments to prepare a tableau highlighting flagship schemes which will be displayed during the Republic Day function. She further instructed the concerned departments to ensure illumination of all government buildings and prominent public places across the district to mark the occasion and enhance the festive spirit.
Additionally, all SDMs were directed to convene meetings in their respective sub-divisions to review and finalize Republic Day arrangements ensuring effective coordination at the grassroots level. The meeting was attended by SSP, Paramvir Singh, ADC, Rakesh Kumar and senior officers from the Army, CRPF and other line departments.


