Ramban, April 22 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said efforts are on to restore the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway that was damaged in landslides and floods caused by heavy rain and that arrangements have been made for providing food and water to those affected.

Restoration and clearance work are underway in Ramban after the devastation caused by flash floods on April 20..

"... I have not been able to go to Dharamkote but the MLA is there... We are trying our best to restore the highway as soon as possible. We are assessing the damage. We are arranging ration and water for the people... The DC has been directed to start a 'Langar' to provide food to the people. Tankers are being arranged to provide water......