Dr. Farooq, Omar Abdullah express grief over tragic deaths in Waltangoo Nard-Kund 

Srinagar, 06 Aug: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President & CM Omar Abdullah Wednesday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives caused by a severe thunderstorm in Waltangoo Nard-Kund in Devsar. The calamity led to the unfortunate death of a nomadic father-daughter duo and left several others seriously injured.

The leaders prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls and extended heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family.

Party General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar, senior leader and former Cabinet Minister Sakina Itoo, MP for South Kashmir Mian Altaf Ahmad and State Spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar also expressed condolences. They prayed for the safety of other tribal families and impressed upon the administration to ensure the protection and well-being of nomadic communities and their livestock in the upper regions of districts Kulgam and Shopian.

Meanwhile MLA Devsar Peerzada Faroz Ahmad visited the affected area and met with the grieving family. He expressed solidarity with the victims and assured that immediate relief will be provided. He also urged district officials present on the occasion to expedite relief distribution and ensure ongoing support to all affected families.