NHPC asks people to keep away from Chenab

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 20:  NHPC today said that in order to maintain the Dam and Power House of Salal Power Station and to retain the water at a required level, the water level of Chenab River can  increase or decrease at any point of time in between 22.07.2016 (8 AM) to 23.07.2016 (8 AM). Hence everybody residing besides the Upstream and downstream of Salal Dam is requested not to venture near the River bank. They should also avoid their cattle and their Trucks going to the River side. This co-operation will support to save the General Public and their belongings.
It said that after the issue of this notice, salal Power Station Authorities will not be responsible for any kind of loss incurred to life or commodity. “Please co-operate and share and spread this information amongst the village community and also inform your family members” a statement issued by corporation said.