1 month ago
356 of 435 flood-damaged roads restored in Rajouri, Poonch districts
There was a lot of rain and flooding in the Rajouri and Poonch districts, which caused many roads and buildings to be damaged.
The government is working hard to fix the roads and help the people affected.
They have fixed most of the roads, but some are still closed.
The army and other groups are helping with rescue and relief efforts.
The Chief Minister has also promised to help the families of those who lost their lives.
Flash floods and landslides damaged 435 roads in Rajouri and Poonch districts.
356 out of 435 damaged roads have been restored, but 79 vital roads remain shut.
Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha is monitoring the situation and coordinating rescue and relief efforts.
The Army and Border Roads Organisation (BRO) have restored vital bridges and roads.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced ex gratia for the families of seven people who died in a landslide.
- Who
- Residents of Rajouri and Poonch districts, Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, various government agencies
- What
- Flash floods and landslides caused extensive damage to roads, infrastructure, and resulted in casualties
- Where
- Rajouri and Poonch districts along the Line of Control (LoC)
- When
- The damage occurred on Sunday
- Why
- Heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides caused the damage
Government Response
Public Concerns
Restoration Efforts
Government Response
The government is actively working to restore roads, power, and water supply, with 356 out of 435 damaged roads already restored.
Public Concerns
Despite efforts, 79 vital roads remain shut, and many areas still face disruptions in essential services.
Key facts
- Total Damaged Roads
- 435
- Restored Roads
- 356
- Remaining Shut Roads
- 79
- Affected Districts
- Rajouri, Poonch
- Key Officials Involved
- Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah
- Agencies Involved
- SDRF, NDRF, Army, BRO, NHAI, J&K Police, Civil Defence
- Casualties
- 7
Quotes
Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha
Administrator overseeing Jammu & Kashmir
““I was informed that out of 435 damaged roads, 356 have already been restored.””
thestatesman.com
““our focus is reopening key roads and restoring power and water supply.””
thestatesman.com
Sources
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