From the archive record
People out on roads after the flash floods hit the state of Jammu and Kashmir. One can see PWD clearing roads...... More than 1,10,000 people have been rescued from different parts of the flood-hit Jammu and Kashmir, but the death toll has crossed 200 Lakhs still remain stranded with many of them refusing to leave their homes. Rescuers want all people evacuated as there are concerns about the potential spread. Over 20,000 Army personnel have been carrying out relief operations. 800 tonnes of relief material has been air dropped. The rain has now stopped and the water is receding in some areas. Where it has not receded, the Army is pumping water out to reach those trapped. Restoring communication and connectivity is a priority. While communication lines have been restored to some extent, t