Shimla, Himachal Pradesh government has canceled leaves of all employees of Jal Shakti Department due to shortage and unequal distribution of water. A spokesperson gave this information on Tuesday.

According to an official statement, the officers of the department will not be given any kind of leave.

Officers have been instructed to remain present at their respective posting sites. The spokesperson said that if any officer or employee has already gone on leave, they will be directed to report back to their respective place.

All the chief engineers, chief engineers and superintending engineers of Jal Shakti Department have been instructed to solve the problem related to shortage of drinking water in the state.

Strict instructions have been passed to take immediate remedial steps to ensure proper water supply to the general public, the statement said.

The spokesperson said that drought like situation has arisen in the entire state, due to which people are facing acute shortage of drinking water and other difficulties.

He said that it has also been observed that various complaints are being received especially regarding shortage and unequal distribution of drinking water and damage to water supply schemes.

This step has been taken in view of the adverse situation in the state.