Srinagar, Aug 17 (JKNS): Following the tragic cloudburst and landslides in Kathua, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured the people of Jammu and Kashmir of the central government’s full support.
In a post on X, as per news agency JKNS, Home Minister Shah stated, “Spoke with the Lieutenant Governor and Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir regarding the cloudburst in Kathua. Relief and rescue operations are being carried out by the local administration and NDRF teams have also been rushed to the site. Assured every support from the Modi government. We stand firmly behind our sisters and brothers of J&K.”
Meanwhile, in a separate post on X, the Office of LG J&K conveyed the Lieutenant Governor’s deep anguish over the loss of lives, calling the tragedy “mind-numbing.”
LG Manoj Sinha said that he has briefed Home Minister Shah on the ongoing rescue and relief efforts by the army, NDRF, SDRF, police, and administration.
LG Sinha added that he has directed senior civil and police officials to coordinate and execute rescue and aid efforts in the affected areas and to ensure on-site medical assistance for the injured.
He extended his thoughts and prayers to the bereaved families and wished a swift recovery for those injured. (JKNS)
