Srinagar, June 2 -- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said he was closely monitoring the situation in Kishtwar and Doda districts following flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall and directed officials to restore essential services at the earliest.

In a post on X, Sinha said he had spoken to the deputy commissioners of both districts and asked them to remain on high alert.

"Spoke with Deputy Commissioners of Kishtwar and Doda regarding the flash floods caused by heavy rainfall. Fortunately, no loss of life or property damage has been reported. Emergency response teams have been directed to remain on high alert and continuously monitor the situation," he said.

The lieutenant governor said he had directed the...