Shadow Correspondent
Srinagar, Apr 20 :
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has expressed anguish over the tragic death of three persons in flash floods in Ramban, which were triggered by incessant rains in the hilly district that lies on the Srinagar-Jammu National highway.
Sinha said that the administration will provide all assistance to the affected families. “My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of grief. District administration, SDRF, and rescue teams are on the job to ensure swift rescue and relief. All possible assistance is being extended to the affected families,” he said.
Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary told reporters that the government will provide all assistance to the affected families.
Choudhary said that the highway has been damaged in the Ramban stretch, and the administration has put men and machinery on the job to clear the muck and debris to restore the traffic. The deputy CM said that he will visit the affected place and assess the situation.
Three people were killed after heavy rains triggered flash floods in Ramban that disrupted the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. Two more people were killed i Reasi district after they were struck by lightning in the Arnas area on Saturday. Hundreds of other residents were rescued by
Ramban Flash Floods
police, locals and SDRF personnel. Dozens of vehicles which were stranded on the highway were damaged due to the landslides on the Ramban stretch of the Highway.
Separatist leader and Hurriyat Conference Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq also expressed concern over the death and displacement of residents in Ramban.
“Hope authorities ensure swift rescue, relief, and rehabilitation efforts for the hundreds displaced. People in vulnerable areas should stay alert and follow safety guidelines. My thoughts and prayers were with the affected families. May Allah protect all and grant strength to the bereaved,” Mirwaiz wrote on X.
Jammu and Kashmir witnessed disruptive weather in the last two days, during which some areas received hailstorms that damaged apple orchards. Authorities said they are assessing the damage to the farmers.
The IMD has forecasted more rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds. It has advised people to follow advisories about travel and farming.
