Ramban residents confronted Chief Minister Omar Abdullah about flood and landslide hardships after heavy rains claimed three lives and devastated the region. Political leaders are urging the Centre to declare it a national disaster and provide financial aid. Essential services restoration is underway, with NDRF, SDRF, army, and police on the ground.
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