Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal on Thursday convened a meeting to review the status of essential services and initiate measures to expedite the restoration of critical supply chain across this border district.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the XENs of the Jal Shakti and Power Development Departments to ensure the restoration of water and electricity supply within two hours in all affected areas.

The Assistant Director Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution (CAPD) was asked to take immediate measures to ensure adequate and uninterrupted supply of ration, particularly in areas along the Line of Control (LoC). It was informed that the district has sufficient stocks of food grains, petrol, diesel, kerosene and LPG to meet the needs of the public. The Deputy Commissioner also instructed the concerned authorities to ensure sufficient cash flow in all ATMs to avoid any inconvenience to the people.

Further, the Deputy Commissioner directed to resume MGNREGA and PMAY works from tomorrow, as today’s weather conditions were not conducive.

The Fire and Emergency Services Department was instructed to remain on high alert 24x7 to respond to any exigencies. The Sheep and Animal Husbandry Department was directed to conduct mobile veterinary camps, particularly at Poshana, to provide medical care to livestock, with a special focus on the tribal population.

The Programme Officer ICDS was instructed to ensure timely supply of ration to all Anganwadi Centres and to make the same fully functional with immediate effect. The Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) was directed to monitor public transport operations, prevent overcharging, and ensure the smooth and uninterrupted movement of transport services across the district.

Additionally, all district officers have been directed to submit 100% employee attendance to ensure the smooth functioning of all government services during this period.

The District Administration is closely monitoring the situation and remains committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and uninterrupted access to essential services for all citizens.