A massive cloudburst struck the Chishoti village in the Paddar sub-division of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Thursday. The incident took place along a pilgrimage route.
The preliminary information suggests that there may be a significant loss of lives and property. The officials are still verifying the number of casualties.
Union minister Jitendra Singh said that he had a discussion with Kishtwar Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma after being informed by the leader of the opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly and local MLA, Sunil Kumar Sharma.
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“Massive cloud burst in the Chositi area, which could result in substantial casualties. Administration has immediately swung into action, rescue team has left for the site. Damage evaluation and necessary rescue and medical management arrangements are being made. My office is receiving regular updates, and all possible assistance will be provided,” Jitendra Singh posted on X.
The authorities have assured that the rescue and relief teams are on their way to the site. Medical arrangements are being made to assist the victims.
