15.08.2025 08:24
Heavy rainfall in the Jammu and Kashmir region of India has caused a flood disaster. In the Kishtwar area, 17 people have lost their lives, 75 have been injured, and search and rescue operations are ongoing.
In the Kishtwar region of Jammu and Kashmir, administered by India, heavy rains caused by a 'cloudburst' led to flooding.
37 DEAD, OVER 100 INJURED
Pankaj Kumar Sharma, an official from Kishtwar, stated that preliminary reports indicate 37 people have lost their lives and over 100 have been injured. A local police official noted that most of the deceased were 'pilgrims' and expressed concern over the rising death toll.
PRIME MINISTER MODI: ALL POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED TO THOSE IN NEED
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sorrow regarding the situation in a post on social media, stating, "The situation is being closely monitored. Rescue and relief efforts are ongoing. All possible assistance will be provided to those in need."