Assurance of Swift Relief and Restoration of Services
KATHUA: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, along with Inspector General of Police Jammu, B.S. Tuti, today conducted a comprehensive tour of areas in Kathua district affected by cloudbursts and flash flood-induced landslides. The visit aimed to assess the situation and review ongoing relief and restoration efforts.
At the relief camp set up at SIDCO Ghati, the Div Com met families affected in the Jode area, where five people lost their lives in the recent calamity. He interacted with the displaced families, expressed deep concern over the loss of lives, and extended condolences. He assured them of full government support and informed that immediate financial assistance under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) has already been provided by the District Administration. He also directed the Deputy Commissioner of Kathua to ensure the rapid restoration of road connectivity in the affected areas.
The Div Com further visited Dilwan village, which suffered substantial damage to roads and housing due to the flash floods. He instructed the Executive Engineers of PWD, PHE, and PDD to work in close coordination to restore essential services as quickly as possible, easing the hardships of affected families.
Later, he visited Government Medical College, Kathua, to meet injured residents from Jakhole and Janglote who were undergoing treatment. He inquired about their health and the medical care being provided, directing GMC authorities and the district administration to ensure the best possible treatment and support for the injured and their families. Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma, briefed the Div Com that adequate medical facilities and necessary assistance are being extended to all victims.
The visit was accompanied by DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range, Shiv Kumar Sharma; ADC Kathua, Vishavjeet Singh; the concerned Tehsildar; and officers from PWD, PHE, PDD, and other departments.
