KUPWARA, JANUARY 23 : Sub Divisional Magistrate(SDM), Karnah, Dr. Gulzar Ahmad Rather today convened a meeting of all concerned officers, here to finalize the arrangements for smooth and hassle free celebration of Republic Day 2023. Principal GDC Tangdar, ZEO Tangdar, Tehsildar, BDO, Sectoral and Tehsil level officers, besides, senior officers of Police were present on the occasion. The meeting held a threadbare discussion and the officers gave details of their preparations with regard to smooth celebration of the National Event. The meeting was informed that the main function will be held at Mini Secretariat Tangdar where the National Flag will be hoisted at 10:00 AM and the VIP will take salute on the March past comprising the contingents of JKP, NCC cadets and school children . The SDM asked all officers to work with coordination and ensure proper arrangements on ground for smooth conduct of the event. It was given out in the meeting that uninterrupted power and water supply shall be kept available at the venue for which concerned officers were given directions on the spot. Likewise, health department was directed to keep Ambulance , first aid and doctors available at the venue. R & B department was asked to maintain proper sanitation and cleanliness at the event. Information department was asked to ensure proper coverage of the event besides, installation of Public Address system at the venue. Other arrangements were also reviewed which include refreshment, reception of chief guest, transport, fire and emergency services, cultural programmes, deployment of Magistrates, distribution of invitation cards, selection of officers/officials for recognition of their extra arrangements. The SDM asked concerned officers to ensure proper exhibition of schemes through Tableaus to showcase developmental activities of there respective departments and government schemes. He said all efforts shall be made to make the National Function more attractive and informative. He directed the concerned Officers for maintaining proper protocol in seating arrangements. The SDM also asked officers to ensure their presence including staff in the Republic Day functions and ensure Flag hoisting in their respective offices.
