Omar Abdullah : Since first light this morning I’ve been closely monitoring the situation arising from the extremely heavy rain in parts of Jammu,

especially Rajouri town & surrounding areas. I’ve been in touch with the local MLAs of the region. While the situation continues to unfold the first priority of the administration is to safeguard precious lives. The government will do everything possible to aid & assist affected people who have suffered property loss/damage due to the rains & flash floods.