Hazaribag: Deputy commissioner Hemant Sati on Tuesday inspected several ponds and water bodies in the Hurhuru area and directed officials to take swift action against encroachments. He also reviewed preparations for Chhath Puja, the condition of ghats, beautification plans and drainage issues. Deputy mayor Avinash Kumar was also present during the inspection.The DC inspected houses and boundary walls built along Joda Talab and Lamba Talab and asked Sadar circle officer Ashutosh Kumar to investigate alleged encroachments and take action as per rules. He stressed the need to protect water bodies and prevent further encroachment.Residents of Ward 34 raised concerns over wastewater from nearby houses flowing into a pond. The DC directed officials to address the problem and improve drainage arrangements.On the deputy mayor’s request for beautification of Lamba Talab, Sati asked the district engineer to prepare an estimate for a pathway around the pond along with lighting, sanitation and other civic amenities.He said, “Conservation of urban ponds is a priority for the administration and coordinated efforts are required to protect water bodies.”
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