Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh provided updates on relief and restoration operations in rain-affected areas of Jammu & Kashmir, highlighting the rapid progress in restoring road connectivity and essential services.
In a series of tweets, Dr Singh said, “Road restoration in the district is progressing fast! Out of 400 damaged roads, over 50% are already restored, and many more will reopen soon. Restoration work of National Highway is going on a war footing, despite constant rain and adverse weather conditions. It is expected to be operational soon…may be one or two days depending on how favourable the weather remains to ensure speedy work.”
He further noted that peripheral areas like Gordi, Latti, Dudu, and Basantgarh are receiving urgent road connectivity restoration. “Water supply is yet to be fully restored in certain areas of Ramnagar, Moungri, Latti, Basantgarh, etc. However, alternative arrangements are being made through water tankers,” Dr Singh added.
Highlighting progress on critical routes, the Minister said, “PMGSY road leading to Bhed Blode was made motorable yesterday after 20 days. Hopefully Bani-Basohli road will be open for LMV by today evening. There is no dearth of essential commodities and these are being made available in all areas.”
He also provided updates on the National Highway NH-244: “Roads NH-244 from Thathri to Kishtwar is open bypassing the slide area. From Kishtwar-Chatroo-Sinthan Top will be opened today as blasting was done yesterday to remove heavy rocks and boulders that blocked the road.”
Dr Singh praised the swift removal of landslide debris and highlighted the role of the Indian Army in providing relief to remote villages. “The landslides and damages to NH-244 have been removed and made open for traffic. Thathri-Kathawa road got opened after one week providing much-needed connectivity to over 15,000 people. Bheja, Kutyara & Sartingal villages which saw devastation during adverse weather conditions got a new hope with Indian Army providing footbridges and supplies in the form of ration, solar lights, and bedding,” he tweeted.
