Excelsior Correspondent
KATRA, Nov 17: A comprehensive review of the disaster management preparedness and security measures pertaining to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage was conducted today in a meeting presided by Sachin Kumar Vaishya, Chief Executive Officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), at the Spiritual Growth Centre here.
The meeting was attended by the Addl CEO, SMVDSB; SSP Reasi; Jt CEO, SMVDSB; SDMs Katra and Bhawan; SP Katra; Dy Commandant, CRPF; Assistant CEOs; Tehsildar, SMVDSB; SDPOs Katra and Bhawan; ACF, SMVDSB; and representatives from the Fire and Emergency Services, NDRF and other allied agencies.
The CEO underscored the importance of conducting mock drills at regular intervals to ensure that the Shrine Board’s Disaster Management teams, in coordination with all stakeholder agencies, remain fully prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to any emergency. He instructed representatives of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to organize such drills frequently to further enhance readiness and inter-agency coordination.
The representative of the Fire and Emergency Services was directed to undertake a comprehensive fire safety audit of the track and Shrine area to strengthen existing fire safety mechanisms. Emphasizing
To bolster the Shrine Board’s Disaster Management capabilities, the CEO directed that a thorough inventory audit of Disaster Management Stores located along the track and within the Bhawan area shall be carried out and the stores will be replenished and upgraded, wherever required.
The CEO called upon the concerned agencies to expedite the verification process of individuals employed in local shops operating along the track and within Katra town.
Highlighting the central role of the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), the CEO emphasized its full-scale utilization for effective disaster management and operational coordination. The movement of vehicles within the Shrine area also came under detailed discussion.
The security agencies were requested to undertake a thorough review of the functionality and operational readiness of the security equipment currently in use.
The CEO also urged the security agencies to ensure the deployment of additional personnel to provide foolproof security within the Shrine area and its adjoining zones, thereby reinforcing the safety of all pilgrims and maintaining a secure environment throughout the pilgrimage route.
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