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SRINAGAR: A delegation of the Public Welfare Committee Toiba Colony, Humhama Srinagar, met with the Chief Engineer, Irrigation & Flood Control Department, Kashmir, Er. Showkat Hussain, to apprise him of the grave problems faced by residents during the recent floods. The delegation informed the Chief Engineer that, just several days ago, due to the rise in water levels in the Jhelum, Doodhganga and adjoining tributaries, floodwater entered almost all residential houses of Toiba Colony Humhama.
The residents expressed deep concern that the absence of a proper flood passage system has been a long-standing issue, exposing the colony to repeated threats of flooding. The delegation alleged that the floods in Toiba Colony are the result of decades of negligence, as the flood channel has been encroached upon and subsequently blocked by land grabbers. They pointed out that the unchecked growth of illegal constructions around the area has further worsened the situation. The residents stressed that the lack of a dedicated passage for floodwater poses a serious threat not only to Toiba Colony but also to the adjoining localities.
The residents demanded that the Government should immediately plan and execute a proper floodwater passage connecting Toiba Colony Humhama with Narkara Budgam, along with constructing strong embankments to safeguard the locality. The Committee emphasized that the issue must be treated with utmost seriousness and long-term preventive measures must be implemented.
The Public Welfare Committee also expressed its gratitude to the then Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE), Er. Ambreen, who had earlier taken a courageous stand when a private builder attempted to construct nearly 300 flats on the flood channel land after obtaining permission from the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC).
The Committee recalled that Er. Ambreen opposed the illegal construction project, insisting that the land belonged to the Flood and Irrigation Department and could not be allowed for construction or transfer. She pursued the matter before the Tribunal Court, which ultimately cancelled the illegally obtained permission granted by the SMC.
The Committee stated that had this honest and courageous officer not taken a firm stand at that time, the entire area would have faced catastrophic destruction in the recent floods. The residents acknowledged and appreciated her bold decision and expressed gratitude for her dedication to protecting the flood channel. The Committee also recognized the efforts of the Irrigation & Flood Control team, who worked tirelessly on the ground to manage and control the situation during the recent floods, preventing further damage.
