KISHTWAR, April 20 -- - Former Minister J&K, G. M Saroori urged authorities to provide adequate assistance and compensation to those affected by a cloudburst in Chenab Valley.

In his message, Saroori urged the authorities to ensure adequate assistance and compensation for those who suffered losses due to the cloudburst and lightening strikes that hit several areas of Ramban, Reasi and Kishtwar districts.

"Thankfully, there have been no casualties in the unfortunate incident. However, reports suggest that some buildings, including hotels, government offices, residential houses, have suffered damages due to the flash floods triggered by the cloudburst," he said.

The senior leader said heavy rainfall has caused extensive damage to paddy f...