After four youngsters drown in the Satluj river, the district administration in Ludhiana has imposed a ban on swimming and bathing in water bodies to prevent further tragedies. The ban extends to other water bodies like the Sidhwan canal, with enforcement by the police and other departments. Adherence to the ban is crucial for public safety, as even skilled swimmers can be at risk of drowning. The recent drownings highlight the dangers of water bodies, prompting the authorities to take preventive measures.
Deputy commissioner Sakshi Sawhney chairs a meeting to review flood-control arrangements in Ludhiana. Emphasis on completing flood-protection works by end of the month with daily monitoring and detailed reports. Instructions given to various departments to tackle flood situations and strengthen flood-prone areas. Evacuation plan discussed for sensitive areas in case of flood.
Government school students in Chandigarh Road, Indrapuri, are facing a challenge as they have a swimming pool but no coach for over three months. The school building worth Rs 8.1 crore inaugurated by Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal lacks a permanent swimming coach, affecting the training of interested students.
Fire breaks out at the chief medical officer's record room in Prayagraj, causing panic but no injuries. Short circuit cited as the cause. Quick action by office staff controls the fire within 30 minutes.
Kuldeep Singh Chahal is back as Commissioner of Police, Ludhiana. The order to the effect was issued on Friday. On May 22, the Election Commission of India replaced Chahal with Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Nilabh Kishore, who served as Ludhiana police commissioner for the shortest span of 15 days. Earlier, R K Jaiswal served as police commissioner for 23 days from May 29, 2014 to June 21, 2014. Naunihal Singh served as police commissioner for one month from August 20, 2021 to September 21, 2021.