Srinagar, Sept. 20 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the Union Territory has suffered massive losses in recent floods and expressed hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would announce a relief package during his reported upcoming visit.

Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Abdullah highlighted the extent of destruction, particularly during the Kishtwar and Katra yatras.

"The loss has been immense, loss of lives, especially during the two yatras in Kishtwar and Katra, there has been loss of property also. Around 330 bridges have been washed away. More than 1500 km of roads have been destroyed. Many government buildings have suffered losses, and crops have been destroyed. Our dry fruits have been destroyed...