DC Namchi Reviews Monsoon Damages, Forest Fire Preparedness and Road Connectivity

District Collector, Namchi, Ms Anupa Tamling, chaired a meeting with the Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) of Namchi District at her chamber at the District Administrative Centre, Namchi, today.

During the meeting, the DC directed all concerned SDMs to identify and assess major damages caused by the monsoon across their respective jurisdictions and initiate necessary action based on the ground situation.

She further stressed the need for heightened vigilance regarding forest fire incidents and directed the SDMs to identify and verify forest fire-prone hotspots. She also emphasised the importance of ensuring that disaster preparedness and response measures remain in place for prompt execution, whenever required.

Reviewing road connectivity issues arising from landslides in various parts of the district, she instructed the concerned SDMs to inspect and verify the extent of damage and coordinate with the respective line departments for necessary intervention, including clearance of affected stretches and restoration of traffic movement.

Various other issues concerning public convenience and effective delivery of services were also discussed during the meeting, with the DC providing necessary directions based on the inputs received from the respective subdivisions.

The meeting was attended by ADC HQ Namchi Mr Subash Ghimirey, ADC Namchi Ms Trisang Tamang, SDM HQ Namchi Mr Nim Pintso Bhutia, SDM Namchi Mr Wangyal Sherpa, SDM Ravangla Mr Saran Kalikotey, SDM Jorethang Mr B B Rai, SDM Namthang Mr Pravin Gautam, SDM Yangang, Mr K L Dahal and Deputy Secretary (Election) Ms Bhumika Chettri.