Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!š Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Poonch to review winter preparedness and ensure the availability of essential services and supplies across the district.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Superintending Engineers (SEs) of PHE and PWD, Executive Engineers of Jal Shakti, PWD and PHE, Assistant Director FCS&CA, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat (ACP), Dy SP Traffic, representatives from SDRF and other district officers associated with essential supplies, road safety, connectivity, power, water supply and healthcare services.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the preparedness of the departments to address challenges arising during the winter season, with particular emphasis on the availability of essential commodities, maintenance of road connectivity, snow clearance, prompt restoration of essential services and emergency response mechanisms.
The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned departments to ensure that necessary arrangements are put in place well in advance to deal with any eventuality during the winter season. He stressed the need to maintain adequate stocks of essential commodities, ensure uninterrupted water and power supply, strengthen healthcare facilities and make timely arrangements for snow clearance to keep roads accessible, particularly in vulnerable and snow-prone areas.
He further directed the officers to ensure close interdepartmental coordination, keep men and machinery ready for emergency operations, and respond promptly to public grievances and weather-related emergencies.
Emphasising the importance of public safety and convenience, the DC directed all departments to work in close coordination and ensure effective implementation of winter preparedness measures across the district.
