UNION Minister for Information U Maung Maung Ohn presided over a meeting to assist government employees and their families affected by the earthquake yesterday.
The Union minister first said the staff are facing difficulties in staying at their staff housing, and the officials need to prepare safe shelters for them. In the meantime, only the necessary number of employees required for office duties should go to the office, while the remaining staff should be accommodated in suitable locations. Moreover, officials should arrange and manage administrative matters, such as housing, healthcare, social welfare, food supply and access to water.
He then appreciated the staff ’s efforts in broadcasting MRTV and publishing newspapers without fail and highlighted the need to communicate with the Disaster Management Centre — DMC daily to release important information and work together with the departments concerned.
The deputy minister and departmental officials reported on the assistance to staff and families, and news release.
The Union minister made proper instructions and concluded the meeting. — MNA/ KTZH
