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Dhami reviews preparations in state ahead of monsoon
Dehradun: With the
India Meteorological Department
's (IMD) warning of an above-average rainfall for Uttarakhand during the upcoming monsoon, chief minister
Pushkar Singh Dhami
on Monday chaired a high-level meeting at the secretariat to review preparations.
Emphasising on a proactive disaster management, Dhami directed officials to ensure all drains across the state are cleaned before the monsoon begins. He instructed disaster response systems in all districts to remain on high alert, with toll-free helplines to be activated in all districts and tehsils to assist citizens promptly during emergencies. The CM also called for measures to prevent dengue, malaria, and covid-19 during the rainy season.
Additionally, the CM urged district officials to work on five best practices and innovations related to public interest in their districts. He announced that the first three districts in the state to become TB-free would be rewarded.
Emphasising on the need for environmental and civic initiatives, Dhami directed all district officials to conduct regular cleanliness drives and to launch a large-scale tree plantation campaign from June 5 (World Environment Day) to July 25.
"Regular monitoring of water source conservation and the progress on Amrit Sarovars should be carried out, and a nodal officer should be appointed in each district for this purpose," he added.
In view of the upcoming International Yoga Day, Dhami said that a comprehensive awareness campaign should be conducted in all districts, and yoga camps should be organised on a large scale.
"On the occasion of the Kainchi Dham foundation day on June 15, traffic management should be arranged with the necessary temporary parking facilities," he added.
A special drive to remove illegal encroachments along the roadsides was also directed. "Boards and banners related to the 1064 helpline should be prominently displayed in govt offices to promote a corruption-free Uttarakhand," said Dhami.
