Excelsior Correspondent
KATRA. Apr 8 : BJP MLA from Jasrota, Rajiv Jasrotia, urged the J&K Government and all concerned departments to immediately gear up for the forthcoming Monsoon season, stressing the need to take decisive and proactive measures to avoid recurrence of disasters that have, year after year, caused loss of life, property, and widespread disruption across the Union Territory.
Speaking at a meeting today, Jasrotia highlighted the persistent vulnerabilities that J&K faces during heavy rains, including landslides, flash floods, road blockages, waterlogging in urban and semi-urban areas, and damage to crops and infrastructure. He stressed that a lack of preparedness in past years has repeatedly amplified the impact of natural calamities, and timely, coordinated action could prevent such crises in the future.
“Monsoon is not just a season; in J&K it is a test of administrative readiness and community resilience. Every year, lives and livelihoods are put at risk due to delayed response and inadequate planning. The Government must take pre-emptive steps to ensure that vulnerable areas, critical roads, bridges, and water channels are fortified well before the rains hit,” Jasrotia said.
Emphasizing disaster preparedness, the MLA called for the formulation of robust contingency plans at the district and block levels, along with clear identification of high-risk zones prone to landslides, floods, and water logging. He underscored the need to maintain ready stockpiles of essential equipment, including rescue and relief gear, dewatering pumps, ambulances, and emergency supplies to enable rapid response in crisis situations.
Jasrotia also stressed the importance of seamless coordination among key agencies such as the Public Works Department (PWD), Disaster Management authorities, Border Roads Organisation (BRO), local administration, and health departments to ensure quick restoration of roads, drainage systems, and essential services in case of emergencies. He emphasized that proactive repair of drainage systems and water channels can significantly reduce waterlogging and prevent urban flooding.
Highlighting the critical role of communication, Jasrotia urged all departments to actively use official media platforms, social media, and local alert systems for real-time dissemination of weather warnings, advisories, and emergency information. “Accurate and timely alerts save lives,” he said, urging authorities to ensure that local communities are fully informed and prepared.
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