Archive · 20 Jul 2026
7 Killed in Poonch Landslide; IMD Warns of Heavy Rain
A landslide in the Loran area of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, killed seven people.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in the region for the next few days.
This rain could cause more landslides, flash floods, and other dangerous conditions.
Authorities are advising people to stay safe by avoiding vulnerable areas and keeping up with weather updates.
Rescue teams are working to help those affected by the landslide.
Seven people were killed in a landslide in the Loran area of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir.
The victims include Tanvir Ahmed, Zahida Begum, Shameema Akhtar, Shabnam Akhtar, Mohd Irfan, Manan Rafiq, and one unidentified female.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in the region for the next 48 to 72 hours.
Authorities have advised residents to stay updated with weather advisories and avoid vulnerable areas during intense rain.
Rescue operations are underway, with teams deployed in affected areas for relief and search operations.
- Who
- Residents of the Loran area of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- What
- A landslide that killed seven people and warnings of heavy rainfall
- When
- July 20, 2026, with expected heavy rainfall until July 23, 2026
- Where
- Loran area of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Why
- Due to heavy rainfall and potential for more landslides and flooding
Residents
Authorities
Safety Measures
Residents
Residents are advised to stay updated with weather advisories and avoid venturing into vulnerable areas during intense rain.
Authorities
Authorities have advised people to avoid landslide-prone areas and exercise caution.
- Location
- Loran area of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Date
- July 20, 2026
- Victims
- Seven people, including Tanvir Ahmed, Zahida Begum, Shameema Akhtar, Shabnam Akhtar, Mohd Irfan, Manan Rafiq, and one unidentified female
- Weather Warning
- Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall expected for the next 48 to 72 hours
- Potential Hazards
- Flash floods, overflowing streams, waterlogging, and localised flooding
- Rescue Operations
- Underway with teams deployed in affected areas