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Heavy Rainfall Triggers Widespread Landslides from Jammu & Kashmir to Himachal
✍️ Aaj Tak News
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 11:03 PM
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Intense monsoon rains have triggered landslides across the mountainous regions of Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, causing widespread damage and prompting rescue operations.
Heavy monsoon rains over the past week have led to a series of landslides in the high‑altitude areas of Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. Video footage shared by Aaj Tak News shows large volumes of earth and vegetation tumbling down steep slopes, blocking major roads and disrupting local transport.
The sudden collapse of slopes has isolated several villages, cutting off residents from essential supplies and emergency services. Local authorities have reported that roads connecting key towns have been rendered impassable, prompting the deployment of state police and the armed forces for rescue and relief operations.
Rescue teams are working around the clock to clear debris and reach stranded civilians. While the exact number of casualties remains unconfirmed, officials have urged residents in the affected districts to stay alert and follow instructions from local authorities.
Meteorological agencies have warned of continued heavy rainfall in the region, advising the public to avoid non‑essential travel and to stay updated through official channels.
The sudden collapse of slopes has isolated several villages, cutting off residents from essential supplies and emergency services. Local authorities have reported that roads connecting key towns have been rendered impassable, prompting the deployment of state police and the armed forces for rescue and relief operations.
Rescue teams are working around the clock to clear debris and reach stranded civilians. While the exact number of casualties remains unconfirmed, officials have urged residents in the affected districts to stay alert and follow instructions from local authorities.
Meteorological agencies have warned of continued heavy rainfall in the region, advising the public to avoid non‑essential travel and to stay updated through official channels.