Chandigarh, December 30: Haryana Revenue and Disaster Management Minister, Sh. Vipul Goel, directed revenue officers today to expedite the completion of the Gredawari (village land record) and assess the crop damage caused by the recent hailstorms that affected various districts of the state. Emphasizing that no laxity would be tolerated in this regard, Sh. Goel also called for the urgent upgrading and enhancement of the fire and emergency services system in the state.
*Expedited Action on Crop Damage Assessment*
While reviewing the work of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Sh. Goel focused on the timely and accurate assessment of the damage caused to crops by recent hailstorms. He directed that the Gredawari process be completed swiftly and that the revenue officers immediately begin evaluating the extent of crop losses across the affected districts.
Sh. Goel said that there would be no tolerance for delays or negligence in these critical tasks. He stressed the importance of ensuring that farmers who have suffered losses due to the hailstorms receive timely compensation and support from the state government.
*Urgent Need for Upgrading Fire and Emergency Services*
In the meeting, Sh. Goel emphasized the pressing need for the state’s fire and emergency services system to be upgraded to meet modern standards. Highlighting the critical importance of having an efficient and well-equipped emergency response system, the Minister underscored the need for these services to be equipped with the latest technology, advanced training, and adequate resources.
He pointed out that modernizing the fire and emergency services would lead to significant improvements in their efficiency, safety, and timely response during emergency. This would ultimately help save lives, minimize property damage, and enhance the overall safety of the public.
*Comprehensive Plan for System Improvement*
Sh. Goel further directed the officers to conduct a thorough assessment of the current infrastructure of the fire and emergency services and devise a comprehensive plan to address existing gaps in the system. He also emphasized the importance of improving coordination among various departments involved in disaster management and emergency response to ensure a more integrated and streamlined approach to handling crises.
The Minister reiterated that the Haryana Government remains committed to provide the best possible services to the public, and that necessary steps would be taken to strengthen the state’s disaster management and emergency services infrastructure.
Additional Chief Secretary cum Financial Commissioner Revenue and Disaster Management, Mr. Anurag Rastogi and other senior officers of the Department were also present in the meeting.
