Srinagar, Aug. 16 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday visited the flood-affected areas in Kishtwar district to assess the damage caused by flash floods earlier this week.

His convoy reached Gulabgarh in the Padder block and is proceeding towards Chashoti village, one of the worst-hit locations, to review the ongoing relief and rescue operations.

On Friday, Abdullah confirmed that around 60 bodies had been recovered from Chasoti village in Kishtwar district after a devastating flash flood struck on Thursday. He said the number of missing persons was still being verified.

"Around 60 bodies have been found. The number of missing persons is being assessed. After the rescue and relief operation concludes, we will i...