Public safety
Recently the Deputy Chief Minister reviewed Jhiri mela preparations, emphasizing focus on farmer welfare.
He cautioned all the concerned officials against any irregularities in tender processes while ensuring a swift action against the malfeasance. He also emphasized the need for sanitation, public safety and reasonable pricing of farming tools at the event. The administration will focus on facilitating the poor and marginalized, he assured, with measures to enhance visitor comfort and safety, he added.
He emphasized that the Jhiri Mela is vital not only for local agriculture but for showcasing Jammu’s cultural heritage. He advocated for enhanced efforts to educate attendees, especially farmers about agricultural advancements, available seeds and fertilisers.
Additional District Magistrate, Ansuya Jamwal, in her briefing, highlighted the details about the cultural attractions planned for the mela including a wrestling contest, a theatre play on Bawa Jitto and departmental stalls.
The Mela Officer, SDM Marh, outlined plans for crowd management, parking, health services and uninterrupted water and electricity supply.
Commissioner JMC, Devansh Yadav, SP Rural Brijesh Sharma and other officials were also in attendance, reaffirming the administration’s commitment towards making this year’s Jhiri mela a memorable and impactful event.
