Heavy rain in Jammu and Kashmir has caused landslides and flash floods, leading to the closure of the important Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. Three people have lost their lives in this disaster. The worst-hit area is Ramban, where trees have been uprooted and power supply has been disrupted. Many vehicles, including trucks, are stuck or buried under debris.

The landslides and mudslides happened at several places between Nashri and Banihal. Around 40 homes were damaged in Ramban’s Dharam Kund village, and over 100 people had to be rescued by police. Strong winds and heavy rain started on Thursday, and the weather department said this was due to an active western disturbance.

Former Sarpanch Parshottam Gupta said Udhampur also saw a lot of damage. The traffic department has advised people to avoid travelling on the highway until the weather improves and the road is cleared. Officials are working to restore traffic and power as quickly as possible.

Source: NDTV