Amritsar's first woman IAS officer, Sakshi Sahni, demonstrated leadership and sensitivity in flood relief efforts in Punjab. Former cricketer Yuvraj Singh praised her work and expressed a desire to meet her.
Amritsar: The recent floods in Punjab wreaked havoc in many parts of the state. During this time, Amritsar's first woman IAS officer, Sakshi Sahni, drew everyone's attention with her active participation in relief and rescue operations. She visited the affected areas, listened to the problems of the people, and took administrative action to provide immediate relief.
Sakshi Sahni's initiative not only won the hearts of the general public but also began to earn praise nationwide for her dedication and leadership style. A video of her working style went viral on social media, in which she was seen interacting with flood-affected elders and villagers.
Yuvraj Singh Lauds Sakshi Sahni
Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh recently lauded Sakshi Sahni extensively on the social media platform X. He wrote that such officers inspire people during difficult times in Punjab. Yuvraj stated that Sakshi Sahni took the lead in the most affected areas during the floods and worked shoulder-to-shoulder with the people.
Yuvraj further added that true leaders prioritize the nation and their duty above themselves during times of crisis. He expressed his desire to meet Sakshi Sahni soon and conveyed his respect and gratitude for her work.
Sakshi Sahni's Video Goes Viral on Social Media
A video of Sakshi Sahni went viral rapidly on social media. In the video, she is seen assessing relief efforts in a flooded village. She persuaded an elderly man who was unwilling to leave his home under any circumstances.
In the video, the IAS officer gently and respectfully told the elder, "Baba Ji, let's go... your life is most precious." Her sensitive approach ultimately compelled the elder to agree to evacuate his home. This video highlighted her humane approach.
Sakshi Sahni Assisted Flood-Affected People
Sakshi Sahni's work was not limited to relief operations alone. She also provided psychological support to the affected families. Both administrative officials and the local populace are praising her leadership and sensitivity.
Local residents believe that it was due to her dedicated efforts that relief reached flood-affected areas quickly, and the life-threatening crisis was largely averted. Her work style can serve as a source of inspiration for other officers in the future.
