BRO restores road connectivity in Rajouri, Poonch and Reasi, ensures swift return to normalcy
Jammu, July 26,2026- The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has successfully restored road connectivity across several key routes in the border districts of Rajouri, Poonch, and Reasi following extensive clearance operations carried out after heavy rainfall, landslides, and falling debris disrupted normal traffic movement. The restoration of these roads has brought significant relief to thousands of residents, […]
Udhampur sanitation workers brave heavy rains to prevent waterlogging and monsoon diseases
Udhampur, July 25,2026- As heavy monsoon rains continue to lash parts of Jammu & Kashmir, sanitation workers in Udhampur are working tirelessly on the ground to keep the town clean, prevent waterlogging, and minimise the risk of disease outbreaks. Despite persistent rainfall, sanitation teams have been carrying out round-the-clock operations, clearing blocked drains, removing accumulated […]
Flash floods disrupt drinking water supply in Poonch; water tankers deployed amid power outage
Poonch, July 23,2026- Authorities have deployed water tankers across affected areas of Poonch district after a power outage triggered by flash floods disrupted the drinking water supply, leaving several localities without access to piped water. The flash floods damaged electricity infrastructure, affecting the operation of water pumping stations and interrupting the regular supply of potable water. […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews rescue and relief operations in Rajouri, Poonch after flash floods
Srinagar,July 19,2026-Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha reviewed the rescue and relief operations in Rajouri and Poonch following incessant rainfall and flash floods that have affected several areas in the twin border districts of Jammu and Kashmir. The Lieutenant Governor is closely monitoring the situation and has directed Deputy Commissioners and senior officials to provide immediate assistance […]
NH-44 stranded: Rain-triggered landslides shut Jammu-Srinagar highway
Srinagar, October 7, 2025 – Continuous heavy rains have triggered multiple blockages on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), stranding vehicles and disrupting connectivity between Udhampur, Ramban, and Banihal. The highway, a critical lifeline for the Kashmir Valley, is closed for all vehicular traffic due to landslides, slush, and shooting stones at several points, with restoration […]
Jammu and Kashmir on high alert as severe weather looms
Srinagar, October 5, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir is bracing for a severe weather event as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts heavy rainfall, snowfall, and thunderstorms across the Union Territory from October 5 to 7, 2025. The inclement weather, driven by a potent Western Disturbance, is expected to bring significant disruptions, including potential landslides, road […]
Udhampur locals, NGOs feed stranded truck drivers on damaged NH-44
Udhampur, September 12, 2025: In a heartwarming display of community solidarity, residents of Udhampur and local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have stepped up to provide essential food supplies to hundreds of truck drivers stranded on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44). The highway, a vital lifeline connecting the Kashmir Valley to the rest of India, has been […]
J&K: Schools in Jammu Reopen After Flood-Induced Closure
Jammu, September 10, 2025 – Schools across Jammu reopened today, Wednesday, following a nearly two-week closure prompted by heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides that began on August 26. The Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) announced the resumption of offline classes, signaling a return to normalcy after improved weather conditions and extensive safety preparations.The closure, […]
Special Katra-Sangaldan train service launched to support stranded passengers in J&K
Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, September 8, 2025: The Jammu division of Northern Railways launched a special local train service between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra in Reasi district and Sangaldan in Ramban district to assist passengers stranded due to the closure of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) caused by heavy rainfall and flash floods. Operating […]
J&K Dy CM Surinder Choudhary tours flood-hit Jammu and Rajouri, pledges full support
Jammu, September 8, 2025: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary conducted an extensive tour of flood-affected areas in Jammu and Rajouri districts to assess the damage caused by recent heavy rainfall and flash floods. The visit focused on evaluating the impact on infrastructure and communities in submerged villages, including Rah Salyote and Pargwal in Jammu […]