DC and SP Inspect Waterlogged Areas in Guhla

Officials Assess Ground Situation

Kaithal, September 6: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Preeti and Superintendent of Police (SP) Aastha Modi, along with the full administrative team, visited several areas of Guhla subdivision to assess the rising water level of the Ghaggar river and waterlogging in fields.

The DC reviewed the ground situation and instructed officers to remain alert. She emphasized that common people must not face any inconvenience and that relief should reach them in minimum possible time if required.

Ghaggar Water Level at 23.8 Feet

Currently, water has not entered the habitation of any village, though nearly 35 villages’ fields are submerged. The Ghaggar water level at Tatiana gauge was recorded at 23.8 feet.

At Tatiana gauge, DC Preeti and SP Aastha Modi, along with irrigation officials, reviewed the water situation. Later, they visited Bhagal-Bhoosla road Ghaggar bridge to check waterlogging in the fields.

Relief and Control Rooms Established

The DC also interacted with farmers, listened to their issues, and directed immediate redressal, especially drainage of stagnant water. She appealed to villagers not to panic and assured that the administration stands with them.

A flood control room has been set up at District Secretariat (Room 105) with helpline 01746-234528. Another control room has been set up at Guhla Subdivision, helpline 01743-221555, to respond to any emergency.

Police Deployment for Safety

SP Aastha Modi said police deployment has been made at key Ghaggar points to ensure safety and urged residents to stay away from the riverbanks, especially children.

SDM’s Visit to Manjhedi Village

SDM Guhla Captain Parmesh Singh visited Manjhedi village where, on villagers’ demand, the road was cut to drain excess water, benefitting seven villages. He confirmed that though fields are affected, no village population has been flooded.

Health and Safety Measures

The Public Health Engineering Department directed super-chlorination of drinking water in affected villages to prevent water-borne diseases. Random water samples are being tested from households and repairs are being made where leakages are found.

The Animal Husbandry Department deployed mobile veterinary vans in flood-prone villages, while the Health Department organized medical camps for villagers.

Administration’s Assurance

The DC reiterated that strict monitoring of villages near Ghaggar will continue and all basic amenities like water, power, and health services will remain available.