Dulhasti management cautions people

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Aug 6: The management of Dulhasti Power Station (DPS), NHPC Limited has cautioned general public of Doda and Kishtwar districts and public of Dul, Benzwar, Cherhar, Bhandarkot, Hasti, Kandni, Prem Nagar and Pul Doda not to move near River Chenab on August 9 from 00:30 hours to 18:30 hours as the gates of Dulhasti Power Station Dam shall be opened for periodical reservoir flushing.
During this period the water level may rise 2 to 3 meters. Therefore, the public residing near River Chenab downstream areas is being cautioned to refrain from moving themselves, their cattle, trucks and tippers near the banks of River Chenab to avoid any mishap and to co-operate for the safety of their lives.
Anybody violating the request shall be doing so at his own risk and responsibility and NHPC/ Management of Dulhasti Power Station shall not be responsible for consequences thereof.