Patiala Divisional Commissioner Vinay Bublani on Saturday early morning visited the Dhussi Bandh in Sasrali Colony to assess the on-going efforts to strengthen the flood defenses.Accompanied by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Ludhiana East Jasleen Kaur Bhullar and other officials, the Divisional Commissioner inspected the construction of a new ring bandh being undertaken through a collaborative effort involving Indian Army, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Public Works Department (PWD), Drainage Department, local social organizations, and the hundreds of villagers.
Commissioner Bublani closely reviewed the progress of the Bandh and commended the tireless efforts of all for their dedication and seamless coordination in supporting the district administration’s flood mitigation measures.During the visit, Bublani held detailed discussions with officials from the Revenue, Forest, and Drainage departments to assess the extent of damage caused to the crops near the Bandh. The officials provided a comprehensive report on the impact and the measures being taken to address it.
SDM Jasleen Kaur Bhullar briefed the Commissioner on the current situation and stated that the water levels in the Sutlej River are receding, and the situation in Sasrali Colony is completely under control. "The collaborative efforts of all stakeholders have been instrumental in stabilizing the area", she added.
Meanwhile, the district administration also urged the public to rely solely on verified information disseminated through the official social media handles of the District Public Relations Officer (DPRO), Ludhiana. The people are advised to refrain from believing or spreading rumours, which can cause unnecessary panic and hinder on-going relief efforts.