Dharamshala, Aug. 31 -- Kangra Deputy Commissioner Hemraj Bairwa today urged citizens and tourists to remain vigilant in view of the red alert issued by the Meteorological Department for the next two days, predicting heavy rainfall at several places in the district.
He appealed to the public to avoid going near rivers and streams, refrain from unnecessary travel, stay in safe locations, and not take any risks during the inclement weather.
Chairing a virtual review meeting with all Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) and departmental officers on disaster preparedness, the DC directed officials to remain alert and take necessary steps to close highly sensitive landslide-prone routes for traffic to prevent loss of life and property. He said ma...