Defence Minister Rajnath Singh along with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh visited the Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu on Sunday to meet the injured of the Chashoti incident and reviewed the medical care being provided to them. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the team of doctors briefed the Defence Minister on appropriate and specialized treatment and integrated approach to the care of injured for their quick recovery. It was informed that 16 people are presently undergoing treatment at GMC Jammu and being monitored by senior health staff. Rajnath Singh also interacted with the patients. The Prime Minister is very concerned and is personally monitoring the situation, he said.

The LG reiterated the commitment of the administration to trace the 32 persons who are still missing. He said Government stands firmly with the bereaved family members who have lost their loved ones.

Search and rescue operations are underway on war footing to trace the missing persons. The LG further advised the people to take all necessary safety precautions. Advisory was issued today on inclement weather. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh also held a virtual interaction with the people of Chisoti.