DC Srinagar directs officials to remain alert over water level rise

SRINAGAR, APRIL 22: In view of rise of water level in Dal Lake and River Jhelum, Deputy Commissioner Dr. Farooq Ahmad Lone, today convened a meeting with senior officers of LAWDA, I&FC, SMC, Drainage, Fire and Emergency Services, PHE and SDM (East).

The DC directed all Departments to keep their men and machinery ready to meet any eventuality. He also directed I&FC Department to make adequate quantity of sand bags available at various vulnerable spots for quick action.