Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Chenab River Rises 35 Feet in J&K
The Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir has risen by 35 feet due to heavy monsoon rains.
This has caused flooding in low-lying areas, and authorities are evacuating residents to keep them safe.
They have also issued advisories to stay away from riverbanks and have set up control rooms for emergency response.
The Meteorological Department and Central Water Commission have warned that water levels in the Chenab, Jhelum, and other mountain streams will remain high due to the ongoing monsoon.
The Chenab River has risen by 35 feet in Jammu and Kashmir due to heavy monsoon rains.
Floodwaters have entered low-lying villages and riverside temples, leading to temporary road closures.
Authorities have issued safety advisories, activated control rooms, and implemented traffic diversions.
The Meteorological Department and Central Water Commission warn of elevated water levels in major Himalayan tributaries.
Evacuation measures are being taken to prevent casualties, but some residents may resist due to concerns about property loss.
- Who
- Residents and authorities in Jammu and Kashmir
- What
- Chenab River has risen by 35 feet due to heavy monsoon rains
- When
- Following days of continuous, heavy monsoon downpours
- Where
- Doda, Akhnoor, and Kishtwar in Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- Heavy monsoon rains have caused the river to swell rapidly, leading to flooding and evacuation measures
Local Authorities
Residents
Evacuation Measures
Local Authorities
Authorities are taking necessary precautions to evacuate residents from low-lying areas to prevent casualties.
Residents
Some residents may resist evacuation due to concerns about property loss or reluctance to leave their homes.
- River
- Chenab
- Rise in Water Level
- 35 feet
- Affected Areas
- Doda, Akhnoor, Kishtwar
- Warning Issued By
- Meteorological Department (MeT) and Central Water Commission (CWC)
- Advisories Issued
- Stay away from riverbanks, control rooms activated, traffic diversions