Bandipora, March 26: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Dr Owais Ahmad Saturday visited Sumbal yatra transit camp with concerned officers to review the status of arrangements being made for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2022.
The DC reviewed the arrangements being put in place and directed the concerned officers to ensure all required arrangements are put in place well before the commencement of the Yatra so that the pilgrims do not face any problem.
He directed for maintenance of proper sanitation and cleanliness and proper drinking water at the yatra transit camp. He directed officers to complete the construction of prefabricated huts at the earliest besides ensuring the supply of pure drinking water.
The DC directed the Health department to ensure the availability of basic medical facilities at Shadipora Yatra Transit Camp round the clock, including the presence of doctors, paramedics, and essential medicines.
The CMO was directed to ensure sufficient number of Oxygen Cylinders, X-Ray and ECG facilities available at base Camp and other stations, besides all medical teams must reach their stations and the food department was directed to ensure all necessary essential commodities available during these days The DC directed Dy. Director Fire & Emergency Services Bandipora to impart orientation training regarding fire fighting and other safety measures to Langarwalas and other service providers before the Yatra commences.
He urged the officers to work with zeal and in complete coordination to ensure smooth conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2022.
The DC was accompanied by Senior Superintendent of Police Mohammad Zahid, Executive Engineer R&B Sumbal, Executive Engineer PDD Sumbal, Tehsildar Sumbal and other senior officers of the district.
