Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Jammu Flash Floods Death Toll Reaches 23
Heavy rain in Jammu and Kashmir has caused many problems.
Landslides and flash floods have killed 23 people and left 7 missing.
Rescue teams are trying to find the missing people, but the rain and debris are making it hard.
The government is helping the families of the victims with money.
In Poonch, seven people died in a landslide, including four women.
In Doda, three people died from falling rocks.
The chief minister has promised to help the families of those who died.
Heavy rain in Jammu and Kashmir causes flash floods and landslides, killing 23 people.
Rescue operations are hampered by continuing rain and debris.
Seven people died in a landslide in Poonch, including four women.
Three people died in Doda due to falling rocks triggered by rain.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announces ₹6 lakh ex gratia for each victim's family.
- Who
- Residents of Jammu and Kashmir, including victims and rescue teams.
- What
- Flash floods and landslides causing deaths and destruction.
- When
- Over two days, with significant events on Monday.
- Where
- Jammu region, particularly Poonch, Doda, and Rajouri districts.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall triggering landslides and flash floods.
Government Response
Citizen Criticism
Adequacy of Relief Measures
Government Response
The government has announced ex gratia payments and is conducting rescue operations.
Citizen Criticism
Citizens feel the response is slow and insufficient given the scale of the disaster.
- Total Deaths
- 23
- Missing Persons
- 7
- Affected Districts
- Poonch, Doda, Rajouri
- Ex Gratia Payment
- ₹6 lakh per deceased
- Major Incidents
- Landslides, shooting stones, flash floods