Archive · 20 Jul 2026
J&K Floods: Death Toll Rises to 18
There have been very heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir, which have caused big floods and landslides.
These floods have destroyed many houses and roads, and 18 people have died.
The worst areas are Poonch and Rajouri, where many houses were washed away.
A team from the BJP is visiting to see the damage and help with rescue efforts.
In Doda, special teams are working to clear the debris and rescue people who are trapped.
The government is trying to help, but many people are still in need of assistance.
The death toll in Jammu and Kashmir has risen to 18 due to severe flash floods and landslides.
Poonch has reported 15 fatalities, while Rajouri has confirmed 3 deaths.
Over 20 houses were completely destroyed in the Dara Sangla area of Poonch.
A seven-member BJP delegation is visiting Poonch to assess the situation and review relief measures.
Emergency response teams have been deployed in Doda to clear debris and rescue trapped individuals.
- Who
- Residents of Poonch, Rajouri, and Doda districts in Jammu and Kashmir
- What
- Severe flash floods and landslides caused by relentless rainfall
- When
- Ongoing as of the report
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir, particularly Poonch, Rajouri, and Doda districts
- Why
- Due to severe and continuous rainfall triggering flash floods and landslides
Government Response
Local Residents
Relief Efforts
Government Response
The government has deployed emergency response teams and is working to clear debris and rescue trapped individuals.
Local Residents
Residents report severe disruption and destruction, with many still stranded and in need of immediate assistance.
- Death Toll
- 18
- Affected Districts
- Poonch, Rajouri, Doda
- Houses Destroyed
- Over 20 in Dara Sangla, Poonch
- BJP Delegation
- Seven-member team led by Sunil Sharma
- Primary Objective
- Evaluate ground reality and review relief measures
- Emergency Response
- Teams deployed in Doda to clear debris and rescue trapped individuals