Central Inter-Ministerial Team Tours Flood-Hit Districts of Jammu Region
Jammu, Sept 5: A high-level, seven-member Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT), led by Col K.P. Singh (NDMA Advisor, MHA), toured flood-affected Jammu region today. The team visited **Jammu, Samba, and Kathua** districts, interacted with district officials and residents, and inspected flood-related infrastructure damage following heavy rains and flash floods.
Next in Line: Udhampur, Reasi & Ramban
The team is scheduled to visit **Udhampur, Reasi, and Ramban** districts tomorrow, and later tour **Kishtwar and Doda**, followed by **Rajouri and Poonch**, before returning to New Delhi. It will prepare a consolidated report for the Home Ministry to support relief and rehabilitation planning.
Ground Reality and Broader Damage
The visit comes amid continued disruptions caused by **landslides, river embankment breaches**, and **flooded infrastructure** across J&K. The Jammu–Srinagar highway remains blocked due to damage, and the Jammu–Katra train service has been suspended as rescue operations continue.
Purpose and Anticipated Aid
The IMCT represents core ministries including Home Affairs, Agriculture, Jal Shakti, Roads, Power and Finance, and is tasked with **assessing humanitarian and infrastructure losses**, advising relief distribution strategy, and facilitating coordination between central and state agencies for rapid rehabilitation.
Sources: Daily Excelsior (Visit 3 districts | Team's 5-day tour plan) and Times of India (Read more)
Labels: Central Team Visit, Flood Assessment, Jammu Region, Flood Relief, Inter-Ministerial Team
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