Udhampur, Sept 9: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday visited Thard village in Udhampur to review the ongoing restoration works on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), which was severely damaged due to recent floods and landslides.
The Lt Governor said that the administration and concerned agencies are working around the clock to ensure the speedy restoration of the vital highway. He assured that one lane of the road will be opened to traffic soon, providing much-needed relief to commuters and transporters.
During his visit, Sinha also inspected a health camp set up for flood-affected families at the Gujjar-Bakerwal Hostel in Jakhani. He interacted with the affected people and took stock of the medical facilities being provided to them.
The Lt Governor reiterated the government’s commitment to extend all possible assistance to those impacted by the natural calamity and directed officials to expedite relief and rehabilitation measures.
