Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to address the alarming situation in Budhal village of Rajouri District

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to address the alarming situation in Budhal village of Rajouri district, where mysterious deaths have claimed 16 lives, with another victim succumbing to an unexplained illness.

Highlighting the urgency of the matter, the Chief Minister directed the health and police departments to expedite their investigations.“The unexplained nature of these deaths is deeply concerning. The government is fully committed to identifying the root cause at the earliest. I urge all departments to collaborate and ensure that no effort is spared in resolving this issue,” he stated.During the meeting, it was emphasized that the health department has maintained an active presence in the area for the past 40 days, providing ambulances, medicines, and essential facilities to address emergencies.Expressing his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, the Chief Minister reassured the public that the administration is treating the situation with the utmost priority.

“The health and safety of our citizens are our top priorities. The government is fully committed to addressing this crisis and ensuring justice for the affected families,” he added