Commissioner of Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Dr. Owais Ahmed, accompanied by senior officials of the corporation, conducted thorough inspections across several areas today to assess the ongoing snow clearance and dewatering operations following the snowfall.
During his visits, Dr. Owais toured areas including CBD Lal Chowk, SMHS Hospital, and government housing colonies in Balgarden, Karanagar, Sanat Nagar, Chanpora, and the Leprosy Hospital in Bahrar Lal Bazar, along with dewatering stations.
He engaged with on-site officers and supervisors to evaluate the progress of these operations and identify any challenges faced. The Commissioner also interacted with local residents, gathering valuable insights into the effectiveness of the snow clearance and dewatering efforts.
Dr. Owais gave on-the-spot directions for prompt snow removal and effective dewatering to safeguard public safety, facilitate transportation, and minimize disruptions to essential services. He expressed appreciation for the hard work of SMC frontline workers, who play a crucial role in these operations.