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The Deputy Commissioner emphasised close coordination among all stakeholder departments. He directed for timely implementation of necessary arrangements for safe and hassle-free Diwali Celebration. He directed the Police Department to strengthen security arrangements, maintain law and order and ensure strict compliance with safety norms governing the sale, storage and use of firecrackers.
The Health Department was asked to take measures for adequate medical facilities at all Primary Health Centres in the district, keep ambulances on standby and maintain the availability of medical staff and essential medicines to deal with any emergency.
The Fire and Emergency Services Department was directed to position fire tenders at designated firecracker sale locations and keep firefighting equipment and personnel readily available for prompt response to any eventuality.
Reviewing sanitation and civic amenities, the Deputy Commissioner directed the Municipal bodies of Reasi and Katra to ensure proper cleanliness in market areas and residential localities. They were asked to deploy additional sanitation staff, prevent the emergence of garbage dumping points and ensure the timely repair of non-functional streetlights. The DC also stressed adequate illumination of markets, residential areas and other public places to facilitate safe movement of people during the festive period.
The Deputy Commissioner order constitution of joint inspection teams for regular market inspections and to keep a strict check on overcharging and unfair trade practices.
To ensure food safety during the festive season, the Deputy Commissioner directed the Food Safety Department and other concerned agencies to conduct regular inspection of food establishments, eateries and sweet shops. He emphasised on maintaining proper hygiene, quality food products and strict compliance with prescribed food safety standards to prevent any food contamination or food poisoning incidents.
He further directed the Sub-Divisional Magistrates to convene meetings with concerned departments and stakeholders in their respective jurisdictions to review and finalise local arrangements.
Additional District Development Commissioner Krishan Lal; Additional Deputy Commissioner Sushil Kesar; Additional Superintendent of Police, Assistant Commissioner Development, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat, Executive Engineers and other concerned officers attended the meeting.
