Heavy rainfall leads to a cloudburst in Warwan Valley of Kishtwar, causing extensive damage. Omar Abdullah, in response, has called for immediate relief efforts.
In the subdistrict of Bad Reichenhall, located in Kishtwar district, efforts are underway to restore essential supplies following a devastating cloudburst that occurred in Margi hamlet on Wednesday evening. The incident, which took place in the upper reaches of Warwan Valley, has affected more than 100 families, according to reports.
The cloudburst damaged a total of 29-30 houses completely, with an additional 14-15 houses suffering partial damage. This has left over 200 families in need of immediate assistance. Fortunately, no casualties were reported.
On Saturday, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed deep anguish over the damage caused by the flash floods and directed the administration to provide immediate relief and rehabilitation to the affected families.
Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Sharma and SSP Naresh Singh visited the site on Saturday to oversee ground-level assessments. Their visit comes as part of the ongoing efforts to assess the extent of the damage and to plan for the necessary relief and rehabilitation measures.
Authorities have promised that these measures will continue until normalcy is restored. In addition to the repair and rebuilding of damaged homes, a community kitchen has been established to serve the displaced population.
The incident has also affected large stretches of agricultural land, potentially causing significant economic hardship for the affected communities. To address this, the Chief Minister has instructed officials to ensure the restoration of connectivity, the establishment of relief camps, and the implementation of safety measures for the affected.
The nomadic Bakerwal communities, who reside in the upper reaches of Warwan Valley, have also been impacted by the cloudburst. The Chief Minister's instructions include ordering rehabilitation measures for these families as well.
Rescue teams are active in the area and officials are continuing assessments of the losses. The community's resilience in the face of this disaster is commendable, and the ongoing efforts to provide relief and rehabilitation are a testament to the solidarity and compassion of the broader community.
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