Handwara, April 30 – Omar Abdullah, the Vice President of the National Conference (NC) and candidate for the Baramulla Lok Sabha seat, embarked on a visit to the flood-affected villages in Handwara. Accompanied by prominent NC leaders including Nasir Sogami, Choudhary Mohammad Ramzan, Javid Dar, and Kaiser Jamsheed, Abdullah aimed to assess the damage caused by the recent floods and extend support to the affected residents.
The delegation led by Omar Abdullah arrived in Handwara to survey the aftermath of the floods and interact with the affected villagers to understand their needs and challenges. Handwara, like many other areas in Jammu & Kashmir, has been grappling with the consequences of heavy rainfall and flash floods, leading to widespread devastation and displacement.
During the visit, Omar Abdullah expressed solidarity with the flood-affected communities and assured them of the National Conference’s unwavering support in their time of need. He listened to the grievances of the villagers and promised to highlight their concerns at the appropriate forums to ensure timely assistance and relief measures.
Accompanied by his party colleagues, Abdullah inspected the damaged infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and residential properties, to assess the extent of the destruction caused by the floods. He emphasized the importance of swift action and coordination between government agencies to expedite the rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in the affected areas.
“Today, we witnessed firsthand the devastation caused by the floods in Handwara. Our hearts go out to the families affected by this natural calamity,” Omar Abdullah told residents. “I assure you that the National Conference will stand by you in your hour of need and will work tirelessly to ensure that you receive the necessary support and assistance to rebuild your lives.”
The visit of Omar Abdullah and other NC leaders to the flood-affected villages underscores the party’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by the people of Jammu & Kashmir.
As the assessment of the flood damage continues, Omar Abdullah and the National Conference leaders vowed to engage with government authorities and mobilize resources to expedite the relief and rehabilitation efforts in Handwara and other affected areas across Jammu & Kashmir.
