Arrangements for I-Day celebration finalized at Shopian

Shopian : The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Sachin Kumar Vaishya today convened a meeting here to finalize the arrangements for ensuing Independence Day celebrations in the district.The meeting held threadbare discussions on arrangements to be put in place at the venue for the National function, including security, seating, transportation, parking, electricity, refreshment, medicare, availability of ambulance, deployment of fire tenders and sanitation measures.The meeting was informed that the main function will be held at District Police Lines, Shopian, where the chief guest would unfurl the National Flag, followed by inspection of the parade. It was decided that the march-past will be presented by contingents of JKP, CRPF, Fire and Emergency, Forest Protection Force and a colorful cultural programme will also be held on the occasion.Besides, the DC also directed Flag Hoisting at block and Panchayat level by BDCs, Panchs and Sarpanchs.

During the meeting, the DC emphasized upon all the officers for smooth and successful conduct of I-Day celebrations.The meeting also decided that in view of Covid-19 pandemic no one will be allowed to enter the premises of the venue without the face mask.The DC impressed upon the concerned officials to ensure compliance of Covid appropriate behavior and implementation of SOPs regarding Covid-19. He also directed the health department to deploy Medical teams along with ambulance facilities to meet any eventuality.Vaishya directed the concerned departments to ensure proper arrangements related to security, sanitation, seating, barricading, water and power supply, issuance of invitation cards, transportation and illumination of important buildings etc on Independence Day.He also instructed the concerned departments to ensure uninterrupted drinking water and power supplies at the venue on the day of I-Day celebrations. He directed for Hoisting of Flag on Government buildings and proper illumination of buildings and institutions.Officers of Shopian Municipal Corporation were directed by the DC to ensure proper sanitation and cleanliness of the main venue and town.Among others, DDC members, ADC, ACR, SDM Zainapora, CPO besides senior officers from Security, Police, PHE, Health and officers of concerned departments were present in the meeting.