DC Bandipora urges public to stay away from water bodies
Bandipora, July 22,2026-Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, on Wednesday urged residents to stay away from water bodies in view of the prevailing weather conditions and rising water levels across the district, emphasizing that public safety must remain the top priority. During a field visit to Sonerwani, Bonar Nallah and adjoining areas, the Deputy Commissioner […]
Chinar Warriors, NDRF rescue Zenipora from Jhelum River floods
PAMPORE, 5 September 2025 — Heavy rainfall triggered a surge in the Jhelum River, causing severe inundation near Zenipora Village in Pampore, submerging homes, roads, and agricultural fields. The breach of the river’s embankment exacerbated the crisis, flooding residential areas like Pahroo, Tengan, Shalina, Kanihama, and Lasjan, and raising fears of widespread damage reminiscent of […]
Jammu Tawi river hits 14 feet, flood risk grows
Jammu, February 28, 2025 – Persistent heavy rainfall has pushed the Jammu Tawi River to alarming levels, with the Flood Control Department reporting a water level of 14 feet , a threshold deemed dangerous. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as concerns mount over potential flooding in the Jammu region, urging residents—especially worshippers—to steer clear […]