7 Killed in Cloudburst, Landslide in J&K’s Kathua; Rescue Ops Underway

Mangalore Today News Network

Jammu, Aug 17, 2025: At least seven people were killed and several injured after a cloudburst and landslide struck Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district during the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday.

Five deaths were reported in Jodh Ghati due to flooding caused by a cloudburst, while two persons lost their lives in a landslide at Janglote.

Union Minister Jitendra Singh said a railway track, National Highway-44 and a police station were damaged. “The civilian administration, military and paramilitary have swung into action. The situation is being continuously monitored,” he posted on X.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed grief, directed relief operations, and assured all assistance to affected families.

Meanwhile, Kathua administration issued a weather advisory warning of “heavy to very heavy rainfall” and urged people to stay away from rivers, streams and landslide-prone areas. The Ujh river is reportedly flowing close to the danger mark.

Helplines have been set up at 01922-238796 and 9858034100 for emergencies.