Flood-Hit Rajouri: Mehbooba Mufti Demands Urgent Relief and Rehabilitation
As the people of Rajouri district continue to reel under the devastating impact of recent flashfloods and cloudbursts, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti has called for immediate relief and rehabilitation measures for the affected families. In a visit to the flood-hit areas of Rajouri on Sunday, Mufti took stock of the damage and interacted with the affected families, who shared their harrowing tales of loss and struggle.
A Cry for Help from the Flood-Hit Families
During her visit, Mufti was apprised of the extensive damage caused to residential houses, agricultural land, and business establishments. The affected families, who had barely begun to recover from the trauma of the floods, expressed their deep concern over the lack of meaningful government assistance. Many families had yet to receive any form of relief, leaving them struggling to rebuild their homes, restore their livelihoods, and resume agricultural activities.
A Call for Urgent Government Intervention
Expressing her anguish over the loss of lives caused by the cloudburst and flashfloods, Mufti demanded that the government treat the situation with the urgency it deserved. “The government must immediately reach out to affected families with adequate relief and rehabilitation measures,” she said. “Victims should not be left to fend for themselves during this difficult period.” The PDP chief emphasized that the government’s response to the crisis was crucial in providing solace to the affected families.
A Plea for Compensation and Rehabilitation
Talking to reporters, Mufti demanded immediate disbursement of relief and compensation to all those who had suffered losses. She also appealed to the government to provide a government job to a member of the family of Abdul Ghani, a resident of Alal Mangota, whose body has reportedly not yet been recovered following the floods. Mufti said the family deserved special consideration and immediate assistance given the loss it had suffered and the continuing uncertainty over Ghani’s whereabouts.
A Comprehensive Assessment of the Damage
The former Chief Minister also called for a comprehensive assessment of the damage caused by the floods. She urged the government to ensure that relief reached every affected family without delay. “Adequate compensation should be provided to all the worst-affected families in Rajouri, particularly those who had lost homes, agricultural land, businesses, and other sources of livelihood,” Mufti said.
A Message of Hope and Solidarity
As the people of Rajouri struggle to come to terms with the devastating impact of the floods, Mehbooba Mufti’s visit has brought a message of hope and solidarity. Her demand for urgent relief and rehabilitation measures has highlighted the need for a more effective and responsive government response to the crisis. As the affected families continue to face the challenges of rebuilding their lives, they can take heart from the PDP chief’s commitment to their cause.