Jammu, September 8, 2025: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary conducted an extensive tour of flood-affected areas in Jammu and Rajouri districts to assess the damage caused by recent heavy rainfall and flash floods. The visit focused on evaluating the impact on infrastructure and communities in submerged villages, including Rah Salyote and Pargwal in Jammu district and Sunderbani and Nowshera in Rajouri district.Accompanied by senior officials, including ADC Sunderbani Pritam Lal Thapa and SE PWD, Choudhary chaired a high-level meeting at Dak Bungalow in Rajouri to review the post-flood scenario. He directed authorities to prioritize the immediate reopening of blocked roads to restore connectivity and mitigate public inconvenience. The Deputy CM inspected critical infrastructure, such as the fourth Tawi Bridge in Jammu’s Bhagwati Nagar, which suffered significant damage, with parts washed away, causing vehicles to slide into the gorge.
Choudhary assured affected residents of comprehensive government support, stating, “The government stands firmly with the people and will extend all possible support for relief and rehabilitation.” He emphasized the Omar-led administration’s commitment to restoring infrastructure and assisting families, with plans to seek additional central aid if needed. The administration’s efforts include clearing debris, restoring water, power, and road networks, and supporting over 12,000 evacuees from flood-hit areas.
The floods, triggered by record rainfall, have disrupted connectivity to nearly 50 villages and caused widespread damage across Jammu, Samba, and Kathua districts. The Indian Army, NDRF, and local agencies have intensified rescue and restoration operations, with the Army’s Tiger Division constructing a 110-ft Bailey bridge on the Tawi in under 12 hours to restore vital connectivity.Choudhary’s visit underscores the government’s proactive approach to addressing the crisis, ensuring relief reaches affected communities, and rebuilding resilient infrastructure to prevent future disruptions.
