The Deputy Commissioner, Baramulla Mr. Ghulam Ahmad Khawaja today visited several Shia dominated areas of the District and took stock of the arrangements made for smooth observation of holy Muharram days.The Deputy Commissioner visited various Imambaras and mosques in Pattan area including Imambarahs of Nowlari, Ahmadpora, Boon, Hagarpora, Malmoo, Noripora, Chinabal, various places of Hygam, Gund Khwaja Qasim, Konganm Dara, Budibugh, Maharajpora, Mirgund, Kanterbugh and various areas to review the muharram arrangements which have already been put in place by the District administration.During the visit the Deputy Commissioner stressed upon the officers to provide every facility to the people especially in Shia dominated areas. He directed the officers of PHE and PDD to ensure power supply and water supply in these areas without any interruption. He instructed the Municipal officers to ensure cleanliness around the Imambarahs, mosques and roads where from processions come out during the Muharram days.
Mr. Khawaja directed the CA&PD Department to ensure adequate availability of essential commodities and their supply especially in Shia areas of the district in view of Muharram days. The DC also directed ensuring availability of ambulances and medical first aid and treatment to the Muharram mourners.At many places, people of Shia community met the DC and put forth their demands. He assured them redressal of their genuine demands at the earliest.Senior officers of District administration accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the visit.