Soz expresses concern over landslide on Vaishnodevi route, Jammu floods

Srinagar, Aug 27: Former Union Minister and Congress Leader Prof. Saifuddin Soz Wednesday expressed sorrow and concern over the devastating floods that have severely impacted several areas of the Jammu region.

In a statement issued here Prof Soz expressed grief over the death of over 30 pilgrims who died in a tragic landslide while performing the yatra towards Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine.

He expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for swift recovery of the injured. In his message, Soz extended his condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones, homes, property, and livestock in this calamity. On this occasion Soz urged the Central Government to immediately release financial and logistical assistance to aid in relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction efforts. He appealed to NGOs, civil society organizations, and citizens to come forward in solidarity to support the ongoing relief efforts.