Srinagar, Nov. 13 -- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Friday directed all concerned departments to complete winter preparedness arrangements well in advance, with particular emphasis on timely snow clearance, advance stocking of essential commodities in remote areas, uninterrupted power and water supply, and emergency healthcare services.

Chairing a high-level meeting to review winter preparedness across Kashmir Division, Garg directed the concerned agencies to ensure prompt snow clearance on highways, major roads, streets and internal lanes immediately after snowfall. He also called for clear demarcation of jurisdictional responsibilities among different agencies to avoid duplication and confusion during snow clearance ope...