Chandigarh, April 27 -- In a proactive move to fortify Punjab's flood prevention infrastructure, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday approved the procurement of advanced amphibious machines designed for the efficient desilting of rivers, drains, and other water bodies.
Chairing a high-level review meeting, the Chief Minister emphasized that these multipurpose machines, which he recently observed in operation during a visit to Finland, are essential for modernizing the state's flood mitigation efforts.
He noted that their ability to operate effectively within running water makes them critical assets for both routine maintenance and emergency response, ensuring that the state is better equipped to protect lives and agricultural ass...