JK News Today
Kathua/Jammu, Aug 17: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday expressed deep grief over the loss of lives in devastating rain-triggered landslides that struck several areas of Kathua district.
Calling the tragedy “mind-numbing,” the LG said he had briefed Union Home Minister Amit Shah about the ongoing rescue and relief measures being carried out by the Army, NDRF, SDRF, police and civil administration.
“I have directed the senior civil and police officials to coordinate and execute rescue and aid efforts in the affected areas and ensure on-site medical assistance,” Sinha said in a post on X. He also conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the swift recovery of those injured.
Meanwhile, rescue teams continued operations in the affected villages, where heavy rainfall since Saturday evening triggered landslides and caused widespread damage. Authorities have urged people in vulnerable areas to remain cautious as the weather department has predicted more showers in coming hours.
