CM directs Deputy Commissioners to ensure implementation of effective drainage systems to prevent waterlogging in rural and urban Areas
Also directs ensuring availability of adequate pumps for efficient rainwater drainage
DC's to ensure prompt redressal of complaints received during Samadhan Shivirs
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh-
While reviewing the State’s preparedness in view of the ongoing Monsoon season, Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, directed that all drains be thoroughly cleaned and effective drainage systems be implemented to prevent waterlogging in both rural and urban areas across the state. He also emphaised the need to ensure that adequate pumps are installed and operational for efficient rainwater drainage.
Saini also gave several other directions while presiding over a meeting with all the Deputy Commissioners of the State through video conferencing, here today.
Saini said that, in view of the possibility of heavy rains in the coming days, all Deputy Commissioners should make necessary arrangements in their respective districts to ensure the smooth flow of rainwater, thereby avoiding inconvenience to the public. He directed them to identify potential waterlogging prone areas and take appropriate action accordingly.
In the meeting, the Chief Minister sought details about the number of water pumps available in each district. He directed that all pumps be made fully functional to efficiently drain rainwater and prevent water logging. Further, the Chief Minister directed the Deputy Commissioners to prepare a comprehensive report on the pumps available with the Departments of Irrigation and Water Resources, Urban Local Bodies, Public Health Engineering and Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhirkaran (HSVP) in their districts to ensure their optimal utilization when required. He directed them to regularly upload data on the availability of pumps in the prescribed format. Besides, he emphasized that provision of electricity backup must be ensured to guarantee uninterrupted operation of pump sets.
While reviewing the progress of drain cleaning, Saini directed that drains, especially those passing through cities and towns, must be thoroughly cleaned to prevent water overflow. He also instructed authorities to explore the possibility of covering the Gaunchi Drain in Faridabad, along with other similar drains in the State. He emphasized that drains should be beautified and that the disposal of waste material into drains should be prevented by installing nets.
Rs 4.50 lakh allocated to each district for flood preparedness; Rs 50 lakh granted to Public Health Engineering Department for dewatering operations
In the meeting, Saini also reviewed the progress of construction of various roads, bridges and laying of underground pipelines for the water drainage. It was informed during the meeting that an amount of Rs 4.50 lakh has been allocated to each district for flood preparedness. In addition, Rs 50 lakh has been provided to the Public Health Engineering Department for dewatering operations. Additional funds may also be allocated, if required, under the State Disaster Management Fund.
Instructions were also issued to the Deputy Commissioners to take appropriate measures to prevent the spread of waterborne and vector-borne diseases, especially during the monsoon season.
Meanwhile, CM directed the Deputy Commissioners to ensure that complaints received during the Samadhan Shivirs are addressed promptly. He emphasized that it is the State Government’s endeavour to ensure that every eligible beneficiary receives the benefits of government schemes. In cases where an application is rejected, clear and specific reasons must be communicated to the applicant to enhance public satisfaction. The Chief Minister further stated that if any issue remains unresolved due to a policy constraint, the Deputy Commissioner should forward the application to the Chief Secretary’s Office for appropriate action.