Ghaggar in spate: Goyal reviews flood preparations in Moonak

Sangrur: Punjab minister Barinder Kumar Goyal on Sunday visited Makrour Sahib bridge and Tohana bridge near Moonak and met residents of several villages located alongside the Ghaggar river, including Chadun, Kundni, Surjan Bhaini, Rampur Gujran, Phoold, Rajrahedi, and Dudiyan.Goyal thanked the residents for their support in strengthening the embankments of the Ghaggar river during the crisis situation and assured that all necessary resources would be provided to deal with any eventuality.

The Punjab govt is working tirelessly, day and night, to tackle the possible flood situation related to the swollen Ghaggar river. We are leaving no stone unturned. Even last night, I personally inspected the embankments at various locations along the river, said Goyal.The minister further said filling of soil and sandbags, as well as preparing jumbo bags, was continuing on a war footing, and these were being used wherever required. Adequate nets are also available. In addition, JCB machines and all other essential equipment have been kept ready, he added.Relief camps have been set up to deal with any emergency, while separate evacuation centres have also been designated for animals, said Goyal.

For the villages, which may be potentially affected, proper arrangements have been made for ration supplies and medical facilities. Similarly, fodder and medicines for animals have also been ensured. Necessary boats and divers are on standby. Officers of the district administration are present in the Moonak area 24x7, with all the departments concerned discharging their responsibilities with full dedication, he said.Goyal said such natural crises could only be overcome through mutual cooperation and support. Therefore, everyone must stand shoulder to shoulder during this testing time. He said the Punjab govt was equipped to meet any eventuality and it was working on a war footing to provide all possible assistance to the people, ensuring that no inconvenience was caused.Officers from various departments and residents from several villages were present in large numbers.MSID:: 123747876 413 |