Kathua, Aug 17, KDC: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday expressed deep anguish over the loss of lives in rain-triggered landslides that struck several areas of Kathua district.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor described the tragedy as “mind-numbing” and said he had briefed Union Home Minister Amit Shah about the ongoing rescue and relief operations being carried out by the Army, NDRF, SDRF, police, and civil administration.
“I have directed the Senior Civil and Police Officials to coordinate and execute rescue and aid efforts in the affected areas and ensure on-site medical assistance. My thoughts are with bereaved families and praying for the swift recovery of those injured,” he said.
Heavy rains on Saturday night triggered cloudbursts and landslides in Janglot area of Kathua, leaving seven people dead, including four children, a teenager, and two women. All victims belonged to Bagra village of Janglot tehsil. (KDC)
