Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri conducted an on-site assessment of the damage caused by the flash flood to the Kurpan Khad Water Supply Scheme at Baagi Pul today. He revealed that the Rs 315 crore Kurpan Khad project, currently under construction, has suffered extensive damage due to the flash flood and directed the department to take immediate and necessary measures to restore the project.
He expressed concern over the significant loss of approximately Rs 10 crore incurred by the Jal Shakti Vibhag in Baagi Pul due to the disaster. Sh. Agnihotri commended the tireless efforts of the department's officials and employees working diligently to restore the water supply schemes.
Sh. Agnihotri also visited the Matiyana region in Shimla district to assess the damage to the water supply schemes and related infrastructure. He reported that the department has suffered an additional loss of Rs 10 crore due to damage to critical components including the booster, intake structure, feed line sump well, pump house, pumping machinery, and pipes.
As many as 19 water supply schemes and a sewerage line resulting in a loss of Rs 7.50 crore were assessed in the Rampur area. Four of these schemes were still under construction, he stated. The Deputy Chief Minister said that 10 schemes have been successfully restored, and efforts are underway to restore the remaining five schemes soon.
He also met with families affected by the disaster at Baagi Pul area in Kullu district. Describing the situation as "grim and painful" he assured that the administration is working diligently to provide relief to the affected. He emphasized that the government was extending all possible support to those affected.