SHIMLA, Himachal Pradesh, June 2 -- The Department of Information and Public Relations, Himachal Pradesh issued the following press release:
High-level meeting held to review dam safety preparedness
In a move to ensure the safety of dam infrastructure during the approaching monsoon season, a high-level virtual meeting was held here today to assess the current status of dam safety measures across the state. The meeting was chaired by Director-cum-Special Secretary (Revenue & Disaster Management) D.C. Rana.
During the meeting implementation of safety norms in accordance with the Dam Safety Act, 2021 and guidelines issued by the Central Water Commission (CWC) was reviewed. Special emphasis was laid on maintenance of dam structures, readines...