Bahadurgarh locality still under water, relief works underway

Water took over several streets of Chhotu Ram Nagar in Bahadurgarh town here on Monday, despite ongoing efforts by the district administration to drain it out.

Although the water level has receded considerably, many residents, most of them migrant labourers, have moved to safer areas. For those who have chosen to stay, the district administration is providing assistance through various measures.

State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) personnel have been deployed in the locality to facilitate boat movement for any residents who may need to step out of their homes. The administration has said the water will be fully drained soon.

The waterlogging was caused by a breach in Mungeshpur Drain, which affected not only Chhotu Ram Nagar but also the adjoining industrial area. Hisar Cantonment Army had to be called in to assist in plugging the breach.

“The strengthening of embankments along Mungeshpur Drain is being carried out continuously by teams of the Irrigation Department, SDRF, and the municipal council. Comprehensive arrangements are being made to ensure that there is no further water seepage from the drain. We are making all efforts to resolve the waterlogging issue at the earliest,” said Deputy Commissioner Swapnil Ravindra Patil.

The DC said 15 relief camps had been setup in Bahadurgarh. He has appealed to the residents to remain alert as per the advisory issued by the administration, and to stay safe from any potential risks.

Meanwhile, a health check-up camp was organised in Ward 10. A Health Department team from the Chhotu Ram Nagar PHC conducted health check-ups for area residents.

Medical officers Dr Himanshu and Dr Nishant said a total of 147 persons were examined during the camp. Among them, seven had fever, two diarrhoea, 10 conjunctivitis (eye infection), and 28 had skin-related allergies.

“To prevent the spread of waterborne diseases, the health team distributed oral rehydration solution (ORS) to 200 households. Additionally, breeding checkers carried out anti-larval activities in all areas to help control the spread of diseases such as dengue and malaria,” said an official.

Deputy Civil Surgeon TS Bagri said doctors from urban primary health centres were informing citizens about preventive measures against diseases. He said special attention should be paid to cleanliness in waterlogged areas, only boiled water should be consumed, and any symptoms of illness should be addressed immediately.