Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah recently visited the flood-affected Kalaban border area in Poonch district, where he assessed the damage caused by land subsidence and floods. The region has been severely impacted, with over 1,000 people affected and more than 95 houses, a graveyard, and a mosque damaged.
Flood Relief Efforts
Abdullah expressed hope that the Centre will extend a relief package to Jammu and Kashmir, similar to those given to Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. He stated that the administration has been asked to prepare a rehabilitation plan, including the grant of five marlas of land under the existing policy, for the approval of the Cabinet.
The Chief Minister also mentioned that the government is in communication with the central government and has presented their demands. He assured that the government will use its financial resources to ensure relief reaches the people affected by the floods and landslides.
Rehabilitation Plans
Abdullah said that the government has a scheme to provide five marlas of government land to landless people, and a similar proposal will be prepared for the affected families in Kalaban. He emphasized that it is the government’s duty to help people in this difficult time and ensure that they receive the necessary aid and support.
The floods and landslides have caused unprecedented damage in Jammu and Kashmir, with hardly any district remaining unaffected. The government is working to provide relief and rehabilitation to the affected areas, and the Chief Minister’s visit is a step towards assessing the situation and providing aid.
Key Highlights
- Over 1,000 people affected by land subsidence and floods in Kalaban
- More than 95 houses, a graveyard, and a mosque damaged
- Government to prepare rehabilitation plan, including grant of five marlas of land
- Centre’s relief package sought for Jammu and Kashmir
- Government to use financial resources to ensure relief reaches affected people
