Nahan: Water released from Jaton dam of Sirmaur
Nahan: The hilly areas of Sirmaur district have been witnessing intermittent rainfall over the last few days, leading to a noticeable rise in the water level of various rivers and streams. In response to the situation, water from Jaton dam was released today, contributing to the gradual increase in the level of the rivers. There is some relief for now as none of the rivers in the district have crossed the danger mark.
According to a forecast by the Meteorological Department, heavy rainfall is expected in the coming days, which may cause a significant surge in water level of the rivers and streams. The district administration has taken several proactive measures to raise public awareness and minimise the risk of accidents caused by rains. In Paonta Sahib — where the Yamuna has claimed the highest number of lives due to drowning incidents — six divers have been deployed by the administration as a precautionary measure. They are stationed along the riverbanks from morning till evening to ensure the safety of residents and visitors.
Renuka Ji is located in the centre of Sirmaur district. A National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team has been stationed there to ensure swift movement to any location within the district in case of an emergency or disaster.
Sumit Khimta, Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority and Deputy Commissioner of Sirmaur, issued a public advisory in light of the forecast for very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning over next few days. He urged residents to avoid crossing rivers and streams and warned that the water level in rivers such as Giri, Yamuna, Tons, Jalal, Markanda and other streams might rise significantly due to heavy rainfall. Khimta also advised the public to avoid unnecessary travel in areas prone to landslides and to maintain a safe distance from riverbanks and hilly regions.
He requested the gram panchayat Pradhan, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and citizens to disseminate this warning widely to prevent any untoward incidents. He also urged residents to remain vigilant in their respective areas and to immediately report any emergency situation to the District Disaster Management Operation Centre at 70187009700, 01792-226405, or at the toll-free number 1077. With the monsoons in full swing, the district administration is leaving no stone unturned to ensure the safety and wellbeing of people.
