Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday visited flood-affected areas of Rajouri district to assess the damage caused by last month's rain fury, and review relief and rehabilitation measures.The chief minister's visit came a day after he toured flash flood and landslide-hit areas of neighbouring Poonch district, where 16 people were killed and six others remain missing following the devastating rains.
"Continuing my visit to flood-affected areas, I will visit Rajouri today to assess the damage caused by the recent floods and landslides, interact with affected families, and review ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts," Abdullah posted on X before the visit. He said he would also hold a meeting with the district administration to ensure timely assistance to the affected people.
Accompanied by local legislators, the chief minister visited several flood-ravaged localities, including the worst-hit Bela colony and bus stand area, where he interacted with residents and took stock of the damage, officials said.
Locals urged the chief minister to sanction the construction of a strong concrete embankment to protect residential areas from future floods in Bela colony area and raised various demands related to restoration and rehabilitation.
