SAMBA: Deputy Commissioner Samba Rajesh Sharma today chaired a high-level meeting at the District Administrative Complex to review the arrangements for the smooth conduct of the forthcoming Maha Shivratri festival.
The meeting focused on ensuring seamless coordination among departments to facilitate devotees and maintain law and order.
Deputy Commissioner Sharma directed the concerned officials to ensure adequate water and power supply, proper sanitation, efficient traffic management and medical aid facilities at key religious sites. Special emphasis was laid on illuminating temples and surrounding areas to enhance the festive spirit and ensure the safety of devotees.
The Tourism Department was instructed to provide necessary facilities for visiting pilgrims, while law enforcement agencies were asked to strengthen security arrangements and manage crowd control effectively.
The DC urged all stakeholders to work proactively and address any last-minute issues to ensure a peaceful and joyous Maha Shivratri celebration for devotees.
Senior officers including Additional District Development Commissioner, Assistant Commissioner Revenue and officers from various departments including Police, PWD (R&B), Health, Fire & Emergency Services, PHE, PDD, Municipality and Tourism among others participated in the discussions.
