KISHTWAR, Jul 9: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference senior leader and Chenab Valley spokesperson Ajeet Bhagat has urged the government to constitute a special committee to assess the damage caused to residential houses due to recent heavy rains, cloudbursts and flash floods across the Chenab Valley region.
In a press statement issued on Thursday, Bhagat said that several houses in the districts of Kishtwar, Doda and Ramban have suffered extensive damage following the recent spell of inclement weather. He stressed the need for an immediate survey to determine the extent of losses and ensure timely financial assistance to the affected families.
Bhagat said the affected people are facing immense hardship after their homes were damaged and called upon the district administrations and the higher authorities to provide prompt relief on humanitarian grounds. He emphasized that a dedicated committee should be formed without delay to conduct a comprehensive assessment and facilitate adequate compensation.
The National Conference leader expressed confidence that the government would act swiftly to address the concerns of the affected residents. He appealed to the authorities to extend all possible assistance to families impacted by the heavy rains, cloudbursts and flash floods, enabling them to rebuild their lives and recover from the losses at the earliest.