SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday chaired a review meeting in Srinagar to assess the government’s response and measures undertaken in the aftermath of the recent heavy rains across the Union Territory.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister said the meeting reviewed the restoration of essential services, road connectivity, relief operations and district-wise preparedness.
He said the meeting was informed that electricity supply in the affected areas is expected to be substantially restored by Wednesday evening.
Abdullah said Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education Sakina Itoo attended the meeting in person, while Ministers Javed Rana and Satish Sharma joined virtually from Rajouri.
The Chief Minister directed all departments to remain on high alert, expedite restoration works, ensure uninterrupted supply of essential commodities and pre-position food grains and other essential items in vulnerable areas.
He also stressed the need for continuous monitoring of vulnerable habitations and a swift on-ground response until normalcy is fully restored. — (KIMS)