Jalandhar DC Ghanshyam Thori takes stock of flood relief works in Gidderpindi

Jalandhar, April 2

DC Ghanshyam Thori on Friday took stock of flood relief works going on the banks of the Sutlej in Gidderpindi village.

The DC met renowned environmentalist Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal and discussed various works to strengthen the river banks. He hailed the efforts of Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal to protect the flood-sensitive areas. He reiterated district administration’s commitment to providing all necessary help and assistance in the flood protection task. Meanwhile, the Deputy Commissioner handed over handed over a cheque for Rs one lakh to Seechewal to aid the ongoing works at the banks.

Pointing out further, the DC stated that the state government has already undertook a slew of projects to strengthen the Dhussi Bandh along the river. He said there was no paucity of funds for floods management and administration has always accorded topmost priority to this task. He added that the administration is ready to tackle any kind of flood-like situation arising out of heavy rainfall. — TNS