Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Monday arrived in Rawalakot district of Azad Kashmir to get a first hand account of the devastation caused by the torrential rains and to speed up the rescue and relief operations., Dunya News reported.
AJK Chief Secretary briefed PM that several roads have been blocked due to massive landsliding. He said 64 people died due to heavy downpours and floods in Azad Kashmir.
The Prime Minister was informed that 1800 houses were completely destroyed, 185 shops damaged, 12 bridges and 9 electricity projects were affected by the flashfloods.
District administration with the help of army personnel moved 1,112 flood affectees to safer locations while the families have been provided camps and commodities as well.
Later, the Prime Minister addressed a cheque distribution ceremony in Rawlakot.
On the occasion, the Prime Minister said that every nook and corner of the country is beloved to him and he will reach everywhere to mitigate the sufferings of his countrymen.
Looking after the needs and hardships of flood victims is responsibility of the state, he said.
Nawaz Sharif said journey of progress will remain continue.