Concerned over the devastating floods in Uttarakhand, NHRC today sought reports from the Central and state governments on the steps taken for relief and rehabilitation and decided to send its own team for an on-the-spot assessment.

Expressing concern over the massive loss of human lives and destruction of property caused by floods and landslides, the NHRC said it hopes that the governments at the Centre and state will take appropriate steps for the evacuation and rehabilitation of these "unfortunate" people.

The Commission appreciates the efforts of the security forces and other agencies who are working admirably in difficult terrains and in appalling conditions to rescue the thousands who are affected, it said.

The NHRC was of the view that the state needed the "full support" of the Centre to tide over the "difficult" situation. It asked the Union Cabinet Secretary to submit a report providing details of the measures which the Centre has already taken and proposes to take to support the efforts of the state.