Grateful for all assistance provided by PM: CM on J&K cloudburst
The state of Jammu and Kashmir has been reeling under the impact of a devastating cloudburst that struck Chashoti village in Kishtwar district, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The cloudburst, which occurred on [date], has claimed at least 50 lives so far, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. Amidst the chaos and devastation, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for extending assistance to the state in its hour of need.
In a tweet, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his support and assistance in the aftermath of the cloudburst. He said, “My government & the people hit by this tragic cloudburst…are grateful for his support.” This tweet was in response to a phone call he received from the Prime Minister, during which he briefed him on the situation and the measures being taken by the administration to rescue those stranded and provide relief to the affected families.
The cloudburst, which occurred in the early hours of [date], caught the villagers off guard, leaving them with little time to escape the fury of the natural disaster. The village of Chashoti, which is located in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, was hit by a torrent of water and debris, causing widespread damage to homes, buildings, and infrastructure. The villagers, who were caught unaware, were left with little option but to take shelter in nearby hills and mountains, praying for the storm to pass.
The impact of the cloudburst was felt across the region, with several villages in the area being affected. The administration, which was quick to respond to the situation, launched a massive rescue operation to evacuate those stranded and provide relief to the affected families. The army, the police, and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) were deployed in the area to assist in the rescue efforts.
The death toll in the cloudburst has risen to at least 50, with many more still missing. The administration has launched a massive search operation to locate those missing and has set up relief camps to provide shelter and food to the affected families. The state government has also announced an ex-gratia compensation of Rs. 5 lakh to the next of kin of those who have lost their lives in the cloudburst.
The cloudburst has also caused widespread damage to infrastructure, with several bridges and roads being washed away. The power supply has been disrupted, and several villages are still without electricity. The administration has set up relief camps to provide food, shelter, and medical care to the affected families.
The cloudburst has been a major blow to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who are already reeling under the impact of the ongoing pandemic. The state has been experiencing a severe economic crisis, with the lockdown imposed to contain the spread of the virus having a devastating impact on the economy. The cloudburst has only added to the woes of the people, who are now struggling to come to terms with the scale of the disaster.
Despite the challenges, the people of Jammu and Kashmir have shown remarkable resilience and courage in the face of adversity. The villagers, who were affected by the cloudburst, have been working together to clear the debris and rebuild their homes. The administration, too, has been working tirelessly to provide relief and assistance to the affected families.
In his tweet, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also thanked the people of Jammu and Kashmir for their courage and resilience in the face of adversity. He said, “We are grateful for the support and solidarity of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who have shown remarkable courage and resilience in the face of this tragic event.”
The cloudburst has been a major disaster for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, but it has also brought the community together. The people have shown remarkable solidarity and support for each other, with many coming forward to help those affected by the disaster. The administration, too, has been working tirelessly to provide relief and assistance to the affected families.
As the state mourns the loss of lives and struggles to come to terms with the scale of the disaster, it is clear that the people of Jammu and Kashmir will bounce back from this tragedy. The state has a long history of facing natural disasters, and the people have always shown remarkable resilience and courage in the face of adversity.
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