Phagwara: Water level in Beas recedes

The water level in the Beas River has receded to 65,000 cusecs, prompting the district administration to speed up efforts for the rehabilitation of the affected people.

Deputy Commissioner Amit Kumar Panchal, chairing a meeting with officials today, said the district administration is committed to ensuring the health and safety of people as flood waters recede. Strict instructions have already been issued to the Health Department to maintain vigil.

The DC directed officials of the PWD and Mandi Board to immediately survey the flood-affected areas and carry out urgent repair of damaged roads to ensure smooth transportation for residents.

Similarly, officials from the Animal Husbandry Department were instructed to continue the health check-up and treatment of livestock. Teams of veterinary doctors carried out check-ups and treatment of animals in villages Mand Indarpur, Mand Andresha, Tibbi, and Ahli Kalan. As water levels recede further, these teams will reach households to provide veterinary care at the doorstep.

The DC also directed the power board to intensify efforts to restore the normal electricity supply in the affected areas.