Dharamshala, June 26 -- BJP MLA Sudhir Sharma on Thursday expressed concern over the flash flood and cloudburst near Dharamshala, claiming that the sudden surge in water may have swept away 15 to 20 people. Calling it a major tragedy, BJP Sharma urged the government to act sensitively and provide adequate compensation to the affected families.

Speaking to ANI, MLA Sharma said, "15 to 20 people have been swept away due to the sudden rise in water flow. We stand with the affected families. They should be given proper compensation. Such a big tragedy has happened here. The government should be sensitive and take cognisance of this..."

National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Commandant Baljinder Singh, speaking from the affected zone, said,...