Patiala DC inspects canal water pipeline work

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr Preeti Yadav inspected the ongoing canal water pipeline work near Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib. She directed the Sewerage Board Executive Engineer to ensure the project is completed within a week and the road made traffic-ready without delay.

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Yadav said the administration, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is committed to resolving civic issues swiftly. The 24x7 canal water supply project is a major step towards improving urban infrastructure in Patiala.

A special committee comprising engineers from the MC, Drainage, Water Supply, and Sewerage departments has been constituted to drain stagnant water from the PNC channel in the Gurdwara’s outdoor parking and ensure proper cleaning. The civic body has also been directed to repair and maintain public toilets at the parking site.

Reviews facilities

at rehab centres

To make the drug de-addiction campaign more effective and to improve the functioning of de-addiction centres, the DC also chaired a high-level meeting to reviewed the basic infrastructure, staffing, and funding of de-addiction centres across the district.

The DC also reviewed the number of available beds, equipment, services, and human resources at the centres. She directed all SDMs to conduct visits and actively engage with youth to raise awareness against drug abuse.