Jammu, Oct. 19 -- Emphasising the need for a proactive and sustainable approach to flood management in the face of changing climatic conditions, the Jammu and Kashmir government on Sunday said preventive measures, timely interventions and resilient infrastructure are essential to minimise the impact of natural disasters on lives, livelihoods and public assets.
Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology and Environment and Tribal Affairs Javed Ahmed Rana said the government is committed to strengthening protective infrastructure in vulnerable areas and ensuring that development initiatives translate into tangible and lasting benefits for local communities.
"As we witness increasingly erratic weather patterns and climate-related challenges, s...