Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inspects the flood affected areas to assess the damage caused, in Rajouri. (PTI Photo) JAMMU: J&K CM Omar Abdullah visited flood-hit Rajouri district Thursday to assess the destruction caused by last month’s rain fury. He directed authorities concerned to expedite restoration works, intensify relief and rehabilitation efforts, and adopt long-term mitigation measures to safeguard vulnerable areas.Recognising that the existing relief structure was inadequate to cover reconstruction and rehabilitation costs, the CM assured citizens that the government would enhance the quantum of relief and provide comprehensive rehabilitation assistance to families whose houses were damaged and those rendered landless.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesFamilies who lost their homes as well as agricultural land will be provided five marlas (around 1,361.2sqft) for rehabilitation, said Omar, directing Rajouri deputy commissioner to identify suitable government land for the purpose. He also ordered the administration to arrange special free ration for such households.Omar said construction along vulnerable riverbanks would not be permitted, noting that rivers reclaim their natural courses during extreme weather events. Noting that the 33kV power transmission line between Rajouri and Poonch had suffered extensive damage, disrupting electricity supply, the CM ordered the power department to complete permanent restoration at the earliest. He also told PWD to recommend disaster-resistant solutions for hilly roads requiring resilient engineering designs suited to mountainous terrain.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Cancel Exams, Take Action’: Jharkhand LoP Babulal Marandi Slams Soren Govt, Backs Student ProtestsContent Creator Ayush Rana On Jharkhand Protest Funding, Viral Videos, Dhoni’s Silence & More‘Gen Z Protesters Are Not Anti-National’: RSS’ Mohan Bhagwat Says ‘Protest Is A Way Of Dialogue’Jharkhand’s ‘Sonam Wangchuk 2.0′ Devendra Nath Mahato Enters Day 5 Of Indefinite Hunger Strike Fast’Not Enemies’: Rijiju Meets Rahul Gandhi Over Sansad Logjam, Reacts To Amit Shah Statement DemandAtiq Ahmed’s Youngest Son Abaan Dies In Jhansi Road Accident, Conflicting Accounts Emerge Over Crash‘Youth Wants CJP To Become Political Party’: Dipke, Saurav Das Announce ‘Kya Bolti Public’ CampaignBombay HC Convicts Tehelka Founder Tarun Tejpal In 2013 Sexual Assault Case; Reverses 2021 AcquittalThe Bankipur Effect: How One Bypoll Has Put BJP’s Upper-Caste Strategy Under The SpotlightSupreme Court Frees Man After 22 Years In Jail, Overturns Wrong Conviction123Photostories8 traditional varieties of South Indian idlis that are perfect for breakfastRakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani look straight out of modern-day ‘Ramayan’ in regal Gopi Vaid ensembles10 trendy three-letter baby names with beautiful meaningsYour 50s could decide how many years you live without dementia: Study says controlling 3 midlife health risks may add up to 12.6 healthy brain yearsJacqueline Fernandez proves charcoal is the new black in a show-stopping Manish Malhotra ensembleNo parenting book can prepare you for this: 7 powerful lessons every parent only learns through experienceNot everything you were taught was meant to set you free: 8 beliefs every woman needs to unlearn to finally live life on her own terms5 simple ways to reheat pizza so it tastes fresh again: Which method works best and why5 subtle signs the universe is preparing you for a new beginningInside Nagma Mirajkar’s dreamy Mumbai home: A massive living room, a balcony with stunning views and more123Hot PicksSaurav DasDelhi rainAbhijeet DipkeRRB ALP CBT 2 answer keyTN Agriculture BudgetTASMAC OnlineAnkur WarikooUPI transactionsGold rate todayTop TrendingAkhilesh YadavNagpur Rape CaseAbhijeet DipkeTasmac Liquor Online PurchaseJPSC ProtestNagpur Rape CaseDelhi Wife MurderAkhilesh YadavTamil Nadu BudgetPraveen Nettaru Murder Case
JAMMU: J&K CM Omar Abdullah visited flood-hit Rajouri district Thursday to assess the destruction caused by last month’s rain fury. He directed authorities concerned to expedite restoration works, intensify relief and rehabilitation efforts, and adopt long-term mitigation measures to safeguard vulnerable areas.Recognising that the existing relief structure was inadequate to cover reconstruction and rehabilitation costs, the CM assured citizens that the government would enhance the quantum of relief and provide comprehensive rehabilitation assistance to families whose houses were damaged and those rendered landless.
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Families who lost their homes as well as agricultural land will be provided five marlas (around 1,361.2sqft) for rehabilitation, said Omar, directing Rajouri deputy commissioner to identify suitable government land for the purpose. He also ordered the administration to arrange special free ration for such households.Omar said construction along vulnerable riverbanks would not be permitted, noting that rivers reclaim their natural courses during extreme weather events. Noting that the 33kV power transmission line between Rajouri and Poonch had suffered extensive damage, disrupting electricity supply, the CM ordered the power department to complete permanent restoration at the earliest. He also told PWD to recommend disaster-resistant solutions for hilly roads requiring resilient engineering designs suited to mountainous terrain.