Flash Floods and Landslides Disrupt Life in Jammu and Kashmir
Flash Floods and Landslides Disrupt Life in Jammu and Kashmir
IN · Published Aug 25, 2026
Heavy overnight rainfall has triggered flash floods and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir, causing significant damage to infrastructure and disrupting daily life.
The Doda-Kishtwar highway has been severely affected, with several vehicles buried near the under-construction Kwar Hydroelectric Power Project.

Impact & Risks

The flash floods and landslides have caused widespread disruption in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in the Doda and Kishtwar regions. The damage to the Doda-Kishtwar highway has halted traffic, affecting transportation and access to essential services. Several vehicles have been buried, and the risk of further landslides remains high due to continued rainfall. Residents in low-lying and landslide-prone areas are at increased risk, and authorities are closely monitoring the situation to prevent further casualties.

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