JAMMU: Following the cloudburst in Chashoti, District Kishtwar, the Directorate of Health Services (DHS) Jammu, under the supervision of Secretary Health and Medical Education, Dr. Sayed Abid Rasheed Shah, has launched emergency medical response measures to assist affected residents.
Director Health Services Jammu, Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar, reached Padder, Kishtwar, on August 14 and initiated a coordinated effort to provide urgent medical care and support to the victims. Administrative Secretary H&ME also visited Padder on August 15 to oversee the ongoing medical aid operations.
Multiple medical teams, including doctors, paramedics, and emergency health personnel, have been deployed in the affected areas and are working round the clock to assist the injured and impacted families. A fleet of fully equipped ambulances ensures the timely transfer of critical patients to nearby health facilities for advanced treatment. Additionally, emergency medical camps have been set up near the affected zone, offering essential medicines, first aid, and trauma care.
For the past three days, DHS Jammu has been closely coordinating with the Kishtwar District Administration and SDRF/NDRF teams to ensure uninterrupted healthcare support during rescue and relief operations. Chief Medical Officer Kishtwar, Dr. Rajinder, has also been actively involved in providing medical assistance.
Victims’ attendants and several NGOs have commended the prompt action by the health department, noting that the swift response has helped minimize casualties.
