3 days ago

Uttarakhand Orders Advanced Technology-Based Monitoring of Glacial Lakes

Uttarakhand has many mountains, glaciers and glacial lakes that can become dangerous if their water levels change suddenly.

Minister Madan Kaushik asked officials to watch these lakes continuously.

They may use satellites, drones, sensors and other technology to do this.

Warning systems should tell people early if a lake or river becomes dangerous.

Officials must also prepare for heavy rain, landslides, blocked roads and damaged services.

Machines and rescue teams should be placed near places where problems are likely.

People near rivers or in unsafe areas may be moved to safer places.

The government also wants food, medicine, communication and medical help ready for emergencies.

Officials were additionally told to take strong steps to prevent dengue.

Key facts

Minister: Madan Kaushik, Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Minister
Monitoring tools: Satellite imagery, remote sensing, drones, sensor-based monitoring and other advanced systems
Key risks reviewed: Glacial lakes, heavy rainfall, river levels, landslides, blocked roads and disrupted essential services
Emergency coordination: The State Emergency Operations Centre was directed to coordinate continuously with all districts.
Preparedness measures: Authorities were told to pre-position machinery, technical teams, pumps, supplies and alternative communication systems.
Vulnerable groups: Pregnant women, senior citizens, people with disabilities and those with serious illnesses were given special attention.
Public health: Municipal and rural local bodies were instructed to intensify dengue-control campaigns, drainage, fogging and anti-larval spraying.

republicworld.com · 3 days ago