SRINAGAR, JULY 22: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha spoke to the senior officials and assessed the ground situation in districts affected by heavy rains, flash floods, and landslides across the Union Territory of J&K.
The Lieutenant Governor reviewed the ongoing relief efforts by district administrations, SDRF, NDRF, J&K Police, Indian Army, BRO, NHAI and all the line departments.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said:
“I spoke with senior officials today to assess the ground situation in districts affected by heavy rains, flash floods, and landslides across Jammu Kashmir. During the review, I was briefed on ongoing relief efforts by district administrations, SDRF, NDRF, J&K Police, the Indian Army, BRO, NHAI, Health, PWD, and Jal Shakti departments. Directed teams to intensify rescue operations. Joint operations continue in Poonch and Rajouri and over 400 damaged roads in Jammu Division have already been restored.
I’ve instructed Officials to position manpower and machinery at safe, strategic locations near vulnerable areas for immediate response and issued directions to disseminate timely advisories to the citizens discouraging unnecessary travel in high-risk zones.I also spoke with DC Ramban regarding the tragic shooting stones incident in which two precious lives were lost. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family members and praying for the speedy recovery of those injured. I have directed the district administration to ensure the injured receive the best possible medical care and to provide all necessary support to the affected families during this difficult time.”
