REASI, FEBRUARY 18: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik, who is also the Vice Chairman of Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board (SSKSB), today visited Ransoo to review preparations for the three-day Maha Shivratri Mela 2025, set to begin on February 25.
During her visit, the DC directed officials to establish multiple registration counters at different locations to facilitate devotees and improve crowd management. She also inspected the bus and taxi stands at Ransoo, ensuring a well-coordinated traffic plan to prevent congestion during the event.
To maintain hygiene and cleanliness, DC Malik instructed officials to install dustbins along the track and near langar areas. She emphasized the need to avoid plastic usage and urged langar organizers to ensure proper sanitation while distributing food. Additionally, she directed authorities to deploy extra well-maintained public toilets near the track to accommodate the large number of visitors.
Adding to this Deputy Commissioner directed for stationing of Fire Services staff and trucks during the whole Mela. She directed XENs to ensure uninterrupted availability of basic amenities like electricity supply and water supply for the convenience of devotees. Deputy Commissioner also directed tourism Department to ensure proper publicity of event and Cultural items that will take place. She emphasised on proper illumination of town to enhance Ambience of the festival.
She emphasised on prioritising public safety and convenience during the event.
The DC stressed on proper security arrangements and the need for additional manpower to ensure a safe and peaceful atmosphere during the mela. She also instructed the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to provide all necessary medical facilities, including ambulances, along the track and near the sacred cave, ensuring timely medical assistance for devotees if needed.
As part of her efforts to enhance the overall experience, DC Malik emphasized the beautification of Ransoo town by improving lighting and maintaining cleanliness. She directed officials to ensure a well-organized and welcoming environment, making the pilgrimage a seamless and spiritually enriching experience for thousands of devotees expected to attend the festival.
EO SSKSB Pardeep kumar, XEN PWD, XEN JPDCL, XEN PHE, Tehsildar Pouni, BDO Pouni, HR Manager accompanied the DC during the visit.
