Periodic Silt Flushing of Dulhasti HEP water Reservoir on 29 July

Kishtwar: The  Management of Dulhasti Power Station of NHPC has cautioned general public of Kishtwar, Doda and  Ramban districts particularly the people residing in  Benzwar , Cherhar,  Bhanderkoot,  Hasti, Kandni, Thathri, Premnagar and Pul Doda, not to move near River Chenab on 29th of July w.e.f  00:00 hrs to 18: 30 hrs in view of opening of gates of Dulhasti Power Station Dam for periodical silt reservoir flushing as per the communication received from Chief Engineer (Civil) NHPC Ltd. Kishtwar.

During this period, the water level may rise from 2 to 3 mtrs temporarily, therefore the public residing near River Chenab downstream areas is being cautioned to restrict movement of their cattle, pets, vehicles near the bank of river Chenab to avoid any mishap.