Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Family Buried in Landslide After Heavy Rains in Poonch
A man named Mohammad Latief lost his family and home in a landslide caused by heavy rains in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir.
He was outside moving his car when the landslide hit his house, burying his wife, children, and relatives.
Only three bodies have been found so far, and the search continues.
The government has suspended traffic and the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage due to the severe weather.
Mohammad Latief's family was buried under a landslide in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir.
The landslide was triggered by heavy rains on July 19.
Eight people, including Latief's wife, children, and relatives, were buried.
Only three bodies have been recovered; the search continues.
The government has suspended traffic and the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage due to the severe weather.
- Who
- Mohammad Latief and his family
- What
- Landslide buried family under rubble
- When
- July 19
- Where
- Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- Relentless downpour triggered landslides
Rescue Efforts
Government Response
Rescue Operations
Rescue Efforts
Local residents and family members are actively involved in the search for survivors.
Government Response
Government teams are overseeing rescue operations and providing support.
- Location
- Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir
- Date of Incident
- July 19
- Number of Victims
- 8
- Death Toll in Region
- 28
- Government Response
- Suspended traffic on highways and ongoing Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage