Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Jammu Schools Locked After Rain Damage
Heavy rains in Jammu have caused damage to schools and crops.
The Divisional Commissioner has ordered that unsafe schools be locked until repairs are done.
He also asked officials to check the damage to crops and help farmers.
The meeting reviewed the progress of fixing things and giving relief to affected families.
At least 27 people died, and six are missing in the rain-related incidents.
The Commissioner wants to make sure that all necessary help reaches the people quickly.
Jammu Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Kumar ordered unsafe schools to be locked due to rain damage.
Authorities directed to assess crop damage and provide assistance to farmers.
Review meeting discussed restoration works, relief measures, and district responses.
At least 27 people died and six are missing in rain-related incidents since July 19.
Commissioner emphasized expediting relief operations to ensure no eligible beneficiary is left out.
- Who
- Jammu Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Kumar and district authorities
- What
- Directives to lock damaged schools and assess crop damage
- When
- Review meeting held on Sunday
- Where
- Jammu division, including Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, and Ramban districts
- Why
- To ensure safety and provide relief after heavy rains
Immediate Action
Delayed Response
School Safety
Immediate Action
Schools should be locked immediately if they are unsafe to prevent accidents.
Delayed Response
Locking schools immediately may disrupt education and cause inconvenience to students and parents.
Relief Operations
Immediate Action
Relief operations should be expedited to ensure all affected families receive assistance promptly.
Delayed Response
Expediting relief operations may lead to oversight and errors in disbursement, potentially leaving some families unassisted.
- Division Commissioner
- Ramesh Kumar
- Affected Districts
- Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Ramban
- Casualties
- 27 dead, 6 missing
- Date of Incidents
- Since July 19
- Agency for Power Restoration
- Jammu Power Development Corporation Limited
