POONCH, Aug. 7 -- Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology and Environment, and Tribal Affairs Javed Ahmed Rana on Thursday visited the landslide and flash flood-affected areas of Sarhoti Jabran in Poonch district to assess the damage caused by recent heavy rains and assure affected families of government assistance.

Accompanied by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Mendhar, and senior officers from the Jal Shakti, Public Works (Roads and Buildings), Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), Soil Conservation and other departments, the minister inspected the affected areas and reviewed the relief and restoration measures underway.

During the visit, Rana assessed damage to residential houses, schools, roads, public infrastructure and agricul...