LG directs Police, civil administration to execute rescue, aid efforts

Srinagar, Aug 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday expressed his grief and anguish over the loss of lives in the cloudburst in Kathua and extended his condolences to the bereaved families. He 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.

In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said: “Deeply anguished by the loss of lives in the devastating rain-triggered landslides in several areas of Kathua.

The tragedy is mind-numbing. Briefed Hon’ble Union Home Minister Sh Amit Shah Ji on rescue and relief operations by the Army, NDRF, SDRF, Police, and 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. My thoughts are with bereaved families and praying for the swift recovery of those injured.”