Kathua cloudburst: Mian Altaf seeks rehabilitation of affected families

Srinagar, Aug 18: National Conference (NC) Member of Parliament (MP) Mian Altaf Ahmad, on Monday visited Kathua district to meet the families affected by the recent cloudburst and subsequent landslides that claimed at least seven lives and left many injured.Mian Altaf interacted with the bereaved families, expressed profound grief over the tragic loss of lives, and conveyed his heartfelt condolences. He urged the administration to provide proper and suitable compensation to the affected families and expedite the process for the rehabilitation of all the affected families.“The cloudburst and landslides in Jodh Khad, Juthana, and adjoining areas have caused immense tragedy. The loss of precious lives can not be compensated,” he said, adding that the government must expedite the process for providing proper compensation and necessary measures for their rehabilitation.The MP said he will write to the Prime Minister for his assistance from the PM relief fund. He also urged the administration to ensure that those injured receive prompt medical care.