Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 125th edition of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, lauded Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for achieving two significant milestones despite the devastation caused by recent floods and heavy rains.
The Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) stated on Sunday that all government and private schools in Jammu Division will remain closed until September 1.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 125th edition of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, lauded Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for achieving two significant milestones despite the devastation caused by recent floods and heavy rains.
The floods and rains have also caused damage in areas near the Yamunotri National Highway, including Syanachatti, Jargar Gad, Banas, and Naradchatti. The Gangotri Highway is also blocked near Dharasu Band, Netala. The administration is currently conducting restoration work on the incident
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has said that rehabilitation of people who have been impacted due to incessant rains and flash floods in the state was a challenge for the state government, but it will be overcome with the support of the people of the state.
Of these, 166 fatalities were a result of rain-related incidents like landslides, flash floods, and electrocution, while road accidents caused 154 deaths. The ongoing heavy rains have been the primary reason for most of the recent utility disruptions.
The relief amount announced by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami for the families affected by the disaster in Pauri Garhwal district has been distributed. The affected have expressed their gratitude to the Chief Minister for this decision, calling it a big relief in the hour of
The meeting was held to review the condition of the Jammu-Srinagar NH-44 and other major roads damaged by the recent incessant rains. Abdullah directed the authorities to ensure swift restoration, along with smooth traffic movement.
Speaking to the media in Shimla, DC Rana, Special Secretary to the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority, said the injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals, while State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and local mountain rescue team