Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Aug 25: In the wake of the recent flash floods that wreaked havoc in several parts of Jammu district, a delegation of BJP MLAs today met with Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Rakesh Minhas, and Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation, Devansh Yadav to take stock of the situation and review the relief measures being undertaken.
The meeting was aimed at ensuring that urgent relief reaches the affected families while also chalking out a roadmap for long-term flood management and preparedness.
The delegation comprised Sham Lal Sharma (Jammu North), Prof. Gharu Ram Bhagat (Suchetgarh), Vikram Randhawa (Bahu), Yudhvir Sethi (Jammu East), Arvind Gupta (Jammu West), Mohan Lal Bhagat (Akhnoor), and Surinder Kumar (Marh). The MLAs jointly called upon the officers and conveyed the grievances of people from their respective constituencies, highlighting the urgency of addressing both immediate hardships and structural deficiencies that aggravated the flood impact.
During the deliberations, the MLAs expressed deep concern over the widespread damage caused by the flash floods and heavy rainfall on 24th August, which led to inundation of several localities across Jammu district. They noted that floodwater entered the households of residents, causing severe damage to household items and belongings, thereby compounding the misery of affected families.
The MLAs raised several crucial points for immediate action. They demanded a comprehensive estimation of the damage suffered by households, traders, and farmers so that adequate compensation can be arranged. They stressed upon expediting relief and rehabilitation measures with immediate restoration of civic amenities.
The administration, while carefully noting all the issues raised, assured the delegation that damage assessment surveys have been initiated on priority and that relief material and financial support are being extended to the affected families. Divisional Commissioner, Ramesh Kumar, DC Jammu, Rakesh Minhas, and JMC Commissioner, Devansh Yadav further assured that a comprehensive plan will be framed for proper channelisation and drainage systems, especially in flood-flow areas, to avoid recurrence of such disasters. The Divisional Commissioner also conveyed that a meeting of all concerned sectoral officers will be convened tomorrow, and nodal officers will be deputed for assessment and restoration works at the earliest, so that a comprehensive report can be prepared and submitted to the Government regarding the losses and damages suffered by residents. He further assured that restoration of road connectivity, drinking water supply, and electricity will be completed within 48 hours, and suitable compensation and preventive measures will be ensured at the highest level.
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