He said the inundation of several parts of Srinagar had raised serious questions over the planning and execution of the Smart City Project. “Flash floods inundated residential localities and markets, swept away vehicles, and landslides disrupted connectivity, severely affecting rescue and relief operations” the statement reads. Describing the scale of devastation as enormous, Dr. Farooq said the financial burden of relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction cannot be borne by J&K government alone. Dr. Farooq appreciated Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his swift and hands-on response to the unfolding crisis. He also noted that assessments of damage to homes, crops and other property are underway to facilitate further compensation.