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Record-Breaking Rains Flood Jammu; Deputy CM Promises Rapid Relief
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 06:38 PM
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Record-breaking rains have battered Jammu, causing widespread flooding and damage. Deputy CM Choudhary has pledged swift relief and restoration measures.
Record-breaking rainfall has inundated large parts of Jammu, leading to extensive flooding and damage to property and infrastructure. Residents in several neighbourhoods have reported waterlogging and road closures, disrupting daily life.
The deluge has strained local resources, with authorities scrambling to assess the extent of the damage and prioritize affected areas. Preliminary reports indicate that several schools and public buildings have been temporarily shut down.
In a statement, Deputy Chief Minister Choudhary assured the public that the government would act swiftly to provide relief and restore normalcy. He emphasized that measures to clear debris, repair damaged roads, and supply essential services would be undertaken promptly.
While specific timelines have not yet been released, the administration has committed to mobilising emergency teams and coordinating with local agencies to address the crisis. Residents are advised to stay alert for official updates and follow safety guidelines.
The deluge has strained local resources, with authorities scrambling to assess the extent of the damage and prioritize affected areas. Preliminary reports indicate that several schools and public buildings have been temporarily shut down.
In a statement, Deputy Chief Minister Choudhary assured the public that the government would act swiftly to provide relief and restore normalcy. He emphasized that measures to clear debris, repair damaged roads, and supply essential services would be undertaken promptly.
While specific timelines have not yet been released, the administration has committed to mobilising emergency teams and coordinating with local agencies to address the crisis. Residents are advised to stay alert for official updates and follow safety guidelines.