SHIMLA:  Taking cognizance of the Choj Nallah Cloud burst in Parbati  valley in Kullu district that washed away four people and tourist camps, a village bridge across the nallah   today,  Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur directed deputy commissioners to deploy adequate number of people and machinery in vulnerable areas that are prone to landslides and other types of disasters.

Chief Minister reviewing the preparedness to tackle various emergency situations arising due to heavy rain in the state with the Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police of all the districts through video conferencing from Shimla today.  

Chief Minister directed the officers to make foolproof arrangements for disaster management arising due to heavy rains.

He directed to take appropriate steps in view of security at the camping sites situated on the banks of rivers in the state.

He said that strict action would be taken against the erring officers involved in laxity in work related to disaster management.

He directed to ensure availability of Quick Reaction Team and Emergency Operation Centres functional round the clock at the district and sub-division level for disaster management.

He said that the roads affected due to landslides or heavy rains should be repaired immediately.

He directed the officials to encourage the tourists to take precautions while visiting the disaster prone areas, so that they do not face any inconvenience and their safety can be ensured.

Jai Ram Thakur directed the Deputy Commissioners to complete all the preparations in a time bound manner keeping in view of the apple season in the state.

He said that time bound steps should be taken to maintain smooth traffic movement so that the orchardists do not face any inconvenience.

Chief Minister also made a detailed review of the situation of Corona in the state.

He also directed to motivate people to adopt necessary measures to prevent corona pandemic. Other ministers and top officials also attended the meeting.