The Kashmir flood situation worries Anupam Kher

The Kashmir flood situation worries Anupam

Anupam Kher is deeply concerned about the alarming flood situation in Jammu & Kashmir, though not as a Kashmiri but an Indian. Reasons Anupam, "Why must we react to a calamity according to our antecedents? For me a flood situation in Kashmir is as much a matter of concern as in Bihar or Assam.When the Tsunami happened it swept all of Japan in its waves. The Japanese are known to be so well-planned and meticulous. But they were not prepared to deal with the Tsunami. Nothing prepares us for Nature's fury."

Having said that, Anupam admits he has relatives in Kashmir whom he is worried about. "My first cousin is in Jammu he sent me a picture of his brand new expensive car submerged in water. It's destroyed completely. He is heartbroken. The destruction of property and assets during this devastating floods is very disturbing. But worst is the destruction of human lives. People are without food, homes have been swept away. Rescue operations are on. I have to say the army is doing a fine job. We can only pray and hope for the best."

Sanjay Suri who is from Kashmir has a lot more to worry about than a car or assets. His mother is in Kashmir all by herself, and Suri is deeply worried.

Says he, "My mother is there. I've no relatives there. But she is safe with friends. My prayers are with all of Jammu and Kashmir. There is a huge task ahead for the government and the forces rescuing people."