RAMBAN, JULY 08: Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Gool, Imtiaz, chaired a crucial Sub-Division Level Disaster Management and Coordination Meeting to evaluate disaster preparedness in Gool. The meeting aimed to enhance inter-departmental coordination and implement effective relief measures for potential natural hazards like floods, landslides, and cloudbursts.
The meeting attracted key figures including Tehsildar Harjeet Singh, SDPO Kuldeep Raj, Naib Tehsildar Inktikhab Ahmed, and several Assistant Executive Engineers (AEE) from various departments. Representatives from the 23 RR Gool, Beacon Mahore, and Batote, along with officers from Health, PDD, FCS & CA, SDRF, Police, and other line departments also participated.
During the meeting, attendees reviewed the current disaster management plan covering areas such as available manpower, machinery, stock of essential commodities, and operational control rooms and communication systems within the sub-division. The SDM urged all departments to maintain a high alert status as the monsoon season approaches and to ensure continuous monitoring of regions prone to landslides and flash floods.
Imtiaz stressed the importance of proactive measures and seamless cooperation among all departments to effectively respond to any emergency. He instructed the Jal Shakti, PWD, and PMGSY departments to pinpoint vulnerable spots and ensure restoration teams and necessary machinery stay ready for immediate deployment.
The health department received specific instructions to ensure a sufficient stock of medicines, ambulances, and medical personnel at CHC Gool and PHCs. Similarly, the FCS & CA department must maintain an adequate buffer stock of ration, while PDD was tasked with ensuring backup arrangements for power supply during emergencies.
SDM Imtiaz also directed Tehsildars and Naib Tehsildars to frequently assess vulnerable areas, keep updated records of disaster-prone locations, and engage in community awareness about safety measures. He highlighted the vital role of local participation in disseminating crucial information regarding dos and don’ts during disasters.
Additionally, the police and 23 RR were asked to facilitate rescue and evacuation operations, while Beacon representatives were instructed to prioritize timely restoration of road accessibility during blockades. The SDM reiterated that prioritizing the safety of lives and property is the administration’s foremost objective.
Imtiaz concluded the meeting by stating that effective coordination, timely responses, and public cooperation are pivotal in minimizing disaster impacts. He assured attendees that the administration is fully equipped to address any challenges arising from natural adversities, underlining the significance of teamwork and community involvement in achieving disaster resilience.
