Post Snowfall: DC reviews patient care in DH, assesses civic amenities in Kishtwar town

Kishtwar : Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rajesh Kumar Shavan on Tuesday conducted a comprehensive visit to the District Hospital, main market areas in the Township and its peripheral areas to review the situation post snowfall.
The DC assessed the healthcare facilities and medical services being provided to patients at the District Hospital. He interacted with the Medical Superintendent and reviewed the availability of essential medicines, medical equipment and other resources. He reiterated the need to provide quality healthcare services, particularly during the challenging winter season.
Touring the township area, the DC inspected the post-snowfall conditions, focusing on road clearance, power restoration, and other public amenities.
He directed the Executive Officer (EO) Municipality to ensure efficient snow clearance and improve sanitation in the town. Special instructions were issued to maintain strict vigilance against land encroachments.
The DC also visited the Chowgan Ground, Kishtwar, to assess its condition after the snowfall. He emphasized the importance of timely maintenance to preserve the ground’s usability and cultural significance.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by ADC, Pawan Kotwal; CEO KDA/PO ICDS Rishi Kumar Sharma; EO Municipality/Deputy Registrar Cooperatives Mirza Mumtaz Iqbal; CMO Dr. Rajinder Kumar; Medical Superintendent District Hospital Yudhveer Singh Kotwal and other officers.