CHANDIGARH May 5— In a decisive move to bolster the state’s resilience against seasonal extremes, Financial Commissioner of Revenue and Disaster Management, Dr. Sumita Misra, has unveiled an extensive roadmap for safety and digital reform. Speaking after an engagement at the Institute for the Blind in Chandigarh, Dr. Misra detailed a dual-pronged strategy designed to mitigate the risks of both impending heatwaves and the approaching monsoon season.
The state is set to undergo a rigorous test of its emergency infrastructure on May 14, when a full-scale flood mock drill will be executed across 13 high-risk districts. This operation, conducted in synergy with the National Disaster Management Authority, includes vulnerable hubs such as Gurugram, Ambala, and Faridabad. The exercise is structured as a three-stage progression, starting with a coordination conference tomorrow, followed by tactical simulations, and ending with a live field exercise. These drills are intended to pinpoint logistical gaps and synchronize the response of frontline agencies before the first rains hit the region.
Parallel to flood preparations, Haryana has placed its entire healthcare network on high alert due to a prevailing heat advisory. With temperatures projected to climb above normal, Dr. Misra confirmed that a "Cool First, Transport Second" protocol is now standard for ambulance services. Hospitals and community health centers have been stocked with essential fluids and ice packs, while dedicated heatstroke units are being established at the district level to protect outdoor laborers, the elderly, and other high-risk populations.
To further strengthen the state's defensive capabilities, a significant modernization of the fire services is currently in motion. Dr. Misra announced a substantial investment exceeding 400 crore for the procurement of advanced firefighting technology. This upgrade arrives at a critical juncture, as the summer months typically see a spike in fire-related emergencies. Beyond physical equipment, the state is also mandating rigorous electrical audits across public institutions to prevent mishaps before they occur.
The administration is simultaneously revolutionizing its internal mechanics through a suite of digital governance initiatives. The launch of the Paperless Property Registration 2.0 system later this month promises to transform land transactions into a fully digital experience. This will be complemented by an automated mutation process designed to update revenue records within a strict five-day window. By introducing a Digital Revenue Court Management System and a faceless service pilot, the state aims to eliminate procedural delays and ensure that land dispute resolutions are as transparent as they are swift.
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