Tragedy Strikes: Rain-Triggered Landslides in Kathua
Lt Governor Manoj Sinha expressed sorrow over the loss of lives due to rain-induced landslides in Kathua, with at least seven fatalities and five injuries. He reported the situation to Home Minister Amit Shah. Rescue efforts by various agencies are underway, with directives issued for medical aid to those affected.
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In a tragic turn of events, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday expressed deep sorrow over deadly rain-triggered landslides that rocked the Kathua district in Jammu and Kashmir.
The disaster claimed at least seven lives and left five others injured, prompting an immediate response from rescue teams including the army and multiple relief agencies.
The incident was promptly reported to Home Minister Amit Shah, as Sinha urged coordinated efforts for rescue and medical aid, conveying his prayers for the injured and the families of those who perished.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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