Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:48am on 20 Apr 2025,Sunday Weather & Environment
Flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy overnight rain wreaked havoc in Dharamkund village, Ramban district, J&K, killing three, including two children, and leaving one missing. Ten houses were destroyed and over 30 damaged, while rescue teams evacuated nearly 100 people. The calamity also blocked the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in multiple spots. SSP Ramban Kulbir Singh confirmed the casualties and ongoing relief efforts. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Union Minister Jitendra Singh assured support and aid. Visuals showed widespread destruction, with mud-filled water submerging homes and roads. Rescue operations continue as authorities await improved weather for restoration work. (PC: India Today)
