JAMMU, Sept. 4 -- Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today held a detailed discussion with Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, to review inter-departmental coordination and monitoring mechanisms related to tribal welfare schemes and development projects in Jammu & Kashmir.

The meeting was convened in the wake of the recent flash floods that have caused extensive damage across several regions, affecting tribal communities.

Expressing deep concern over the hardships faced by affected families, the Minister called for immediate and effective implementation of rehabilitation measures announced by the Government.

He emphasised that short-term relief is critical, but there is a pressing nee...