DC reviews arrangements for I-Day event

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Himanshu Jain on Friday conducted a comprehensive review of arrangements for the district-level 79th Independence Day celebrations, set to take place at PAU grounds.

During the meeting, Jain meticulously discussed important aspects, including the hoisting of the Tricolour, security measures, traffic management, parking facilities, cultural programmes, uninterrupted power supply, sanitation and medical services.

He engaged with heads of various departments to coordinate efforts and assigned senior officials to oversee preparations, ensuring the event was celebrated with patriotic fervour. A committee was also appointed to prepare cultural performances by students from schools and colleges across the district, aiming to showcase local talent and diversity.

The DC directed the Municipal Corporation to maintain cleanliness around the venue, including regular water sprinkling on access roads to control dust and ensure provision of temporary urinals and mobile toilets for attendees’ convenience. Additionally, he also asked the Commissionerate Police to take robust security measures to ensure law and order throughout the event. Rehearsals for the cultural programmes and other activities are scheduled to commence on August 9.

Prominent attendees included ADC Rakesh Kumar, SDM Jasleen Kaur Bhullar, Assistant Commissioner Payal Goyal and other key stakeholders.