Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:04pm on 27 Aug 2025,Wednesday Weather & Environment
Heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir have killed at least 36 people over two days. A landslide on the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route in Reasi district caused most deaths. Dozens of roads were blocked, bridges and electricity poles collapsed, and mobile networks were disrupted. Rescue teams are searching for survivors under the debris. The pilgrimage to the shrine is suspended. Jammu city recorded over 380 mm of rain in 38 hours. Northern Railways cancelled and delayed many trains. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reviewed the situation and briefed PM Modi. Schools remain closed across the region. (PC: News18)
