Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma and SSP Gaurav Sikarwar today chaired a joint meeting to review the arrangements for the smooth and successful celebration of Republic Day 2026 in the district. The DC issued detailed directions to ensure adequate facilities and seamless conduct of the main function.
He directed the concerned departments to arrange waterproof tents, make provision of additional changing rooms for students, especially girls, identify suitable parking locations and issue a detailed traffic advisory well in advance to avoid inconvenience to the general public.
Emphasizing inclusive participation, the Deputy Commissioner directed officers to improve road conditions in far-flung and snow-bound areas so that students and participants from remote regions can attend the celebrations without difficulty.
Furthermore, The DC also reviewed finalization of Parade contingents for the Parade, arrangements for full-dress rehearsal, stage and seating arrangements. Directions were issued for the illumination of government buildings to add to the grandeur of the national event.
Additionally, arrangements to be made by the Additional Deputy Commissioners in their respective jurisdictions were reviewed virtually and they were instructed to ensure meticulous planning and close coordination at the sub-district level. ADDC Malikzada Sheraz ul Haq; ADC Chander Prakash, ACR Mohammad Jahangir Khan and other officers were present in the meeting.