Unified Command Centre for Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali to tackle crisis

On 10th May, 2021, the Punjab and Haryana High Court recommended creating a unified command centre for Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali. The High Court also directed the Government of India to direct the supply of oxygen from various plants such that it reaches the States before their quota is completed.

“We, thus, feel it necessary to direct Government of India to consider reorientation of the supply of oxygen from various plants in such a manner that the allocated quantity reaches the respective States before already allotted quota is exhausted to avoid loss of life.

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At this stage, we may point out that all the three States may also consider the setting up of unified command centre for Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali as the working and business class have their work place or residence in either of the three cities. In this manner, three cities are now integrated as a tricity. In case a joint strategy is drawn up, it may be easier to tackle the present crisis. In a situation like one created by Covid-19 Pandemic paramount consideration with the Governments should be of helping every human being irrespective of the State to which he belongs.”