PREPARATIONS for the Republic Day celebrations to be held on January 26, have gathered pace, with the district administration intensifying efforts to ensure that the national festival is celebrated in a dignified, disciplined, and well-organised manner. In this regard, Divisional Commissioner Sanjeev Singh has directed all departments to complete their assigned responsibilities by January 24, well in advance of the main ceremony. The directions were issued during a review meeting held on Thursday at the Commissioner’s Office auditorium, where arrangements related to the Republic Day celebrations were discussed in detail.

 

Singh emphasised that timely completion of all works is essential to avoid any last-minute changes or modifications. He stated that Republic Day is a symbol of national pride and unity and should be celebrated with full seriousness and enthusiasm. During the meeting, special emphasis was laid on arrangements for guests, dignitaries, and the general public. The Divisional Commissioner instructed officials to ensure proper seating arrangements and systematic parking facilities so that no inconvenience is caused to attendees.

 

The Municipal Corporation and the Public Works Department were directed to work in close coordination to strengthen infrastructure and ensure smooth movement and accessibility at the venue. Reviewing arrangements for participating school children, Singh directed the School Education Department to ensure adequate, hygienic, and timely food arrangements.

 

With regard to cultural programmes and tableaux, the Culture Department was instructed to strictly follow the approved schedule, ensure timely movement of tableaux, and complete all programmes within the prescribed time frame.

 

The meeting was attended by Collector Kaushalendra Vikram Singh, Commandant of the 25th Battalion Rajesh Singh Chandel, Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) Kiran Gupta, Joint Deputy Commissioner (Development) Vinod Yadav, along with officers from Revenue, Public Works, Education, Public Relations, Municipal Corporation, Home Guard, Police, Electricity, and other concerned departments.