1. Overview
Heavy monsoon rainfall has caused widespread flooding, landslides, and damage to infrastructure across Jammu and nearby regions. Rescue operations are ongoing, with alerts issued for more rain.
2. Key Impacts
Fatalities
In Rajouri district’s Kangri village, a woman and her daughter died after their house collapsed due to heavy rain.
Kishtwar Cloudburst
A cloudburst in Chositi (Kishtwar) along the Machail Mata pilgrimage route triggered flash floods. At least 67 people lost their lives, more than 300 were injured, and over 200 remain missing.
Vaishno Devi Route Tragedy
A landslide along the Vaishno Devi trek buried several pilgrims. Around 28 to 31 people died, leading to suspension of the pilgrimage.
3. Infrastructure Disruption
Road Closures
Eleven key roads across Jammu are blocked, including the vital Jammu–Srinagar highway. Over 2,000 vehicles remain stranded. Other affected routes include Jammu: Rajouri, Poonch, Batote, Doda, Kishtwar, Mughal Road, and Simthan, Anantnag.
Urban Flooding
Jammu city saw record-breaking rainfall. The Tawi River overflowed, damaging bridges and flooding low-lying neighborhoods.
Village Damage
Around a dozen villages such as Seri, Bagna, Panote, and Khari reported extensive destruction. Restoration of water, power, and roads is ongoing with help from NDRF, SDRF, army, and police teams.
4. Response and Relief
Government Action
Union Home Minister Amit Shah toured flood-hit areas and assured full central assistance for relief and rehabilitation. The Haryana government released ₹5 crore each to Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir to support rescue efforts.
Weather Warnings
The India Meteorological Department has issued red alerts for Jammu & Kashmir, warning of further heavy downpours, flash floods, and landslides.
Education and Exams
Schools from nursery to Class 12 in Jammu Division have been closed. The ICAI postponed CA Final and Intermediate exams in Jammu and Punjab due to the severe weather.
5. Summary Table
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Fatalities | Dozens dead due to cloudbursts, landslides, and house collapses |
| Infrastructure Loss | Roads, highways, bridges, and villages damaged |
| Areas Affected | Jammu city, Rajouri, Kishtwar, Vaishno Devi route, several rural areas |
| Government Response | Relief funds released, central aid promised, rescue teams deployed |
| Ongoing Risks | More heavy rainfall and landslides expected under red alert |
Bottom Line
The floods and landslides in Jammu have left dozens dead, displaced communities, and disrupted transport and education. Relief measures are in full swing, but with more heavy rainfall predicted, the region remains in a state of high alert.
