Mystery illness strikes Jammu and Kashmir, Army provides aid, essentials to affected areas
The State Health Department teams are conducting door-to-door surveillance in Badhal village, and the medical teams present in the district are monitoring the situation closely.
PTC News Desk: A mysterious disease that claimed lives of 16 people has been wrecking havoc in J&K’s Rajouri district. The disease has also affected more than 40 people in the district so far. The Indian Army has been deployed to the area to provide essential supplies, including food, water, and shelter, to the residents.
The cause of the illness remains unknown.
Locals are grateful for the army's support, with one resident, Md Bashir, saying, "The army has been deployed here and is providing us with rations, tents, and essential supplies. They're giving us food, water, and support for 4-5 days. We're grateful for their help during this difficult time."
The State Health Department teams are conducting door-to-door surveillance in Badhal village, and the medical teams present in the district are monitoring the situation closely. The Medical experts have advised residents not to panic.
The Jammu and Kashmir government has also taken steps to address the situation, with Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary visiting the affected area and announcing ex-gratia compensation for the victims' families. The police are investigating the cause of the deaths.