Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:05pm on 26 Aug 2025,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Heavy rain and landslides have killed at least nine people in Jammu, including five on the Vaishno Devi yatra route. The pilgrimage has been suspended, and rescue operations are underway. Several rivers, including Tawi and Chenab, are flowing above danger levels. Four bridges have collapsed, and many roads and highways remain blocked. The Indian Army has deployed multiple teams for relief and rescue work in Katra, Samba, and nearby regions. Train services to Jammu, Katra, and Udhampur have been cancelled. Schools in the division will remain closed. Authorities have urged people to stay alert and avoid riverbanks. (PC: X)
