At Least 60 Killed, Several Trapped After Cloudburst in J&K
A devastating cloudburst struck Chashoti village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Thursday afternoon, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake. The disaster has claimed the lives of at least 60 people, with over 100 injured and several more feared trapped under the debris.
The news of the cloudburst and its devastating consequences was confirmed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who expressed his deepest condolences to the families of the victims. “I believe more than 500 people are still trapped under the debris in Kishtwar,” Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah stated, emphasizing the need for an immediate and large-scale rescue operation.
The cloudburst, which occurred in the afternoon, caught the residents of Chashoti village off guard, leaving them with little chance to escape the fury of the disaster. The sudden and intense rainfall caused widespread damage to homes, roads, and bridges, making it difficult for rescue teams to reach the affected areas.
As the news of the cloudburst spread, the authorities sprang into action, launching a massive rescue operation to reach the trapped people and provide medical assistance to the injured. The Indian Army, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and other emergency services personnel are working together to evacuate the survivors and provide aid to those in need.
The cloudburst has also caused significant damage to the infrastructure of the region, with several roads and bridges washed away or damaged. The district administration has struggled to restore connectivity to the affected areas, with many villages still cut off from the rest of the region.
The people of Chashoti village are in a state of shock and despair, struggling to come to terms with the loss of life and property. Many have been left homeless, with their belongings and livelihoods destroyed in the disaster. The villagers are in dire need of food, shelter, and medical assistance, and the authorities are working to provide these essentials to those affected.
The cloudburst has also had a significant impact on the region’s economy, with many businesses and industries affected by the disaster. The agricultural sector, which is a significant contributor to the region’s economy, has been particularly hard hit, with many crops and livestock destroyed in the disaster.
As the rescue operation continues, the authorities are working to provide aid to those affected by the cloudburst. The government has announced a compensation package for the families of the victims, and efforts are being made to provide medical assistance to those injured in the disaster.
The people of Jammu and Kashmir are known for their resilience and ability to bounce back from adversity, and it is expected that they will come together to support each other in this hour of need. The cloudburst has been a devastating blow to the region, but with the help of the authorities and the people, it is hoped that the affected communities will be able to recover and rebuild in the months and years to come.
