DC Jammu reviews Diwali arrangements.

JAMMU, OCTOBER 15(PTK): Deputy Commissioner Jammu Minga Sherpa today reviewed arrangements for Diwali celebration in the district and directed officers to ensure foolproof safety measures, crowd management, fire safety audit of markets and public awareness on handling medical emergencies.The meeting was informed that 10 sites have been identified for cracker stalls by a committee constituted for site identification, fee deposit and approval of designated places. The Jammu Municipal Corporation has been tasked to handle site planning and preparations. In rural areas, the SDMs and the concerned SPs will grant permissions and regulate sales.The role of the Fire & Emergency Services Department and its coordination with other departments was defined. The Deputy Director, Fire & Emergency Services was directed to keep men and machinery in place to meet any eventuality.The DC directed the office of the Chief Medical Officer to depute staff for emergency medical services. The Information Department was directed to spread awareness among the public on safe celebration and on dealing with emergencies such as burns.The JPDCL and the Jal Shakti Department were directed to ensure uninterrupted power and drinking water supply. The arrangements of the Jammu Development Authority were also reviewed.Security, traffic management and market inspections were also discussed. The DC directed officers to ensure public safety in rural areas as well, especially at crowded places.The FCS&CA and Drugs & Food Control departments were directed to conduct inspections to check food adulteration and ensure availability of essential food supplies.