Ziro, May 16, 2025 – In a proactive move to ensure the district’s readiness for the approaching South-West Monsoon, the Deputy Commissioner of Lower Subansiri, Shri Vivek H.P, convened an urgent monsoon preparedness meeting at the DC Conference Hall on Friday.
The meeting brought together key administrative officers, the District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO), police officials, and heads of concerned departments. The primary agenda was to assess the current state of infrastructure and lay out a coordinated plan for effective monsoon management.
DC Vivek H.P reviewed the drainage systems in both urban and rural areas, emphasizing the need for immediate clearance of silt and garbage from drains. He directed the departments of PWD and Urban Development & Housing to ensure drains are free of blockages to prevent urban flooding. Highlighting successful models, he referred to coastal cities like Goa and Thiruvananthapuram, where efficient drainage systems have mitigated flooding despite heavy rainfall.
Taking a firm stance on illegal constructions, the DC ordered the demolition of unauthorized structures and toilets built along the banks of the Kley River and other streams in the Ziro Valley. The Urban Development & Housing department has been instructed to submit a compliance report at the earliest.
Additionally, the Departments of Forest and Power were tasked with trimming tall trees near high-tension wires to prevent power outages during storms. The PHED has been directed to ensure uninterrupted supply of potable water, while the WRD has been asked to monitor water levels closely and provide weekly reports to the DDMO for timely interventions.
The Deputy Commissioner also instructed the District Information and Public Relations Officer (DIPRO) to widely circulate emergency helpline numbers, including the District Disaster Control Room (1077), Police and Fire (112), Women Helpline (181), and Child Helpline (1098).
The meeting concluded with a strong message of the administration’s dedication to public safety and preparedness. ADC Smti Himani Meena, SDO Shri Hage Tarung, DySP Shri Ojing Lego, and DDMO Smti Nima Drema were among the key officials present at the meeting.