District Admin Srinagar Issues Advisory To People In Wake of Rain Forecast

Srinagar: District administration Srinagar on Thursday issued an advisory to people living in the district, especially to those living along water bodies in wake of rain forecast by Indian Meteorological Department till next two days.

“In view of the inclement weather with forecast of rainfall from 18th-20th April by the Indian Meteorological department (IMD) Srinagar Station, the people of the district in general, and those residing on the left and right banks of River Jhelum its tributaries and Nallahs in particular are advised to refrain from venturing in and around these water bodies and limit their activities till the improvement of weather,” reads an advisory, as per Srinagar-based news agency GNS.

“Further, the Tourists, local Shikara Wallas, Sand Miners and Boat Crossing Points for travel at Dal Lake and River Jhelum and other water bodies shall not attempt to cross before verifying the condition and situation of these water bodies.”

“The general public can contact Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) Srinagar and Police Control Srinagar for any information. Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) Srinagar +911942502254, Police Control Room Srinagar 9419411619/01942477567,” reads the advisory further.