JAMMU: Senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Tuesday accused the National Conference-led government of failing to respond effectively to the flash floods and landslides in the Rajouri-Poonch region, alleging its representatives were largely absent from the ground during the crisis.
Sharma’s remarks drew sharp criticism from Congress MLA Iftikhar Ahmad and Independent MLA Muzaffar Khan, who accused the Leader of the Opposition of politicising the tragedy instead of making a positive contribution to relief and rehabilitation efforts for the affected population.
At least 23 people have been killed and seven others are missing in rain-related incidents in Poonch, Rajouri and Doda districts since Sunday.