Bandipora, January 21. Indian Army's unit stationed at Snowbound Kanzalwan village of Gurez valley on Friday visited several habitations to conduct Electricity cum Fire Safety audit aiming to avoid frequent fires in winters.
An officials said in continuation of the "Electricity cum Fire Safety Drive" in the unit AOR, Izmarg village was inspected today and locals were advised and guided by unit soldiers.
Spokesperson further stated that a detailed electricity audit was carried out and loose connections were rectified in Izmarg village .
"Moreover, as villagers had stocked firewood and fodder for winters along with K/oil to allow running of heating appliances, a fire safety drill was coordinated with the locals in which running sources of water were identified and important telephone numbers shared so that timely reaction can be ensured to minimise damage in the event of a hazardous incident".
He said this initiative has been appreciated by all villagers in the BN AOR. The locals welcomed the gesture to ensure safety during the high risk winter period.
Spokesman said while the audit of the Kanzalwan mosque was being carried out, religious sentiments of the villagers were kept in mind. Maulvi welcomed this initiative and highly appreciated the efforts of Army towards ensuring the locals safety in the time of prayer towards Allah.
