Itanagar, April 24:
A district-level review meeting on monsoon preparedness was held at the DC Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner-cum-Chairman, DDMA, Shri Lobsang Tsering. The meeting assessed readiness measures ahead of the upcoming monsoon season.
During the programme, the District Disaster Management Plan was officially released in the presence of ZPC Smt. Bamang Yayu, ADC Balijan Shri Takar Rava, ADC (Hq) Smt. Tame Yajum, and other officials.
Addressing the gathering, DC Shri Lobsang Tsering stated that while adequate manpower and equipment are available, effective coordination among all stakeholders remains crucial during disaster situations. He also highlighted that several disasters in the Itanagar region are human-induced and called for greater public responsibility.
ZPC Smt. Bamang Yayu raised key concerns, including the need to include the Head of Project of Panyor Lower Hydro Power Station (PLHPS) in disaster management meetings, citing that most downstream areas fall under Papum Pare district. She also flagged recurring power disruptions in Kimin during monsoon and delays in road clearance following landslides.
Representatives from NDRF, the medical department, NEEPCO Limited, and Highway/PWD divisions presented their preparedness plans and outlined response strategies.
District Disaster Management Officer Shri Nima Tashi informed that a control room has been set up at the headquarters and urged all administrative officers to ensure preparedness at subdivision and circle levels.
All departments have been directed to maintain buffer stock of essential commodities and remain fully prepared to respond to any emergencies during the monsoon season.
