Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Jammu-Srinagar Highway Closed Due to Heavy Rains
Heavy rains have been hitting Jammu and Kashmir for days, causing landslides and floods.
The main road between Jammu and Srinagar is closed, and many people are stuck or missing.
The government is working to help, but people are worried about how well they are doing.
Important pilgrimages are also stopped.
The rain is expected to continue, and people are told to stay safe inside.
Jammu-Srinagar national highway closed due to landslides and mudslides.
Heavy rainfall in Jammu region for the fourth day, with Kathua receiving the highest rainfall of 153 mm.
23 people dead and 7 missing in Poonch, Rajouri, and Doda districts due to flash floods and landslides.
Major pilgrimages, including Amarnath Yatra, suspended since Sunday.
Government agencies are working round-the-clock for rescue and relief operations.
- Who
- Residents of Jammu and Kashmir, government agencies, and ministers
- What
- Heavy rains causing landslides, mudslides, and flash floods
- When
- Since Sunday, with ongoing rains forecasted till Thursday evening
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir, particularly Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Kathua, Samba, Udhampur, Jammu, Katra
- Why
- Relentless rainfall triggering natural disasters and disrupting infrastructure
Government Response
Public Concerns
Efficiency of Rescue Operations
Government Response
Government agencies are working round-the-clock to evacuate stranded residents and restore connectivity.
Public Concerns
Public concerns about the effectiveness and speed of rescue operations persist.
Safety Advisories
Government Response
Authorities have issued advisories urging people to stay indoors and avoid dangerous areas.
Public Concerns
Some residents feel the advisories are not being effectively communicated or followed.
- Highway Status
- Closed due to landslides and mudslides
- Rainfall in Kathua
- 153 mm
- Rainfall in Samba
- 133 mm
- Rainfall in Udhampur
- 112.6 mm
- Rainfall in Jammu
- 62.1 mm
- Rainfall in Katra
- 58.5 mm
- Rainfall in Poonch
- 51 mm
- Rainfall in Rajouri
- 40.5 mm
- Casualties
- 23 dead, 7 missing
- Pilgrimages Suspended
- Amarnath Yatra, Vaishno Devi Yatra, Machail Mata Yatra
