Jammu and Kashmir grapples weather fury for third day, civilian infrastructure massively damaged
Severe weather in Jammu and Kashmir has caused flash floods and landslides, resulting in at least 22 deaths and significant infrastructure damage. The administration has suspended pilgrimages and closed schools as rescue operations continue.
Why it matters
The disaster highlights the vulnerability of mountainous regions to extreme weather events, exacerbated by climate change, and the strain on local disaster management resources.
Jammu and Kashmir , for the third day on Tuesday (July 21, 2025), grappled with wet weather, which has triggered flash floods and landslides that has left at least 22 civilians dead and snapped the electricity supply to Poonch and Rajouri districts.
With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting two more days of rain, the administration has stepped up preparations to meet any eventuality. The J&K administration decided to keep all educational institutes closed till July 26. Most pilgrimages, including the Amarnath yatra, also remain suspended.
Officials said around 230 people were rescued and evacuated in Rajouri. Around 450 people are currently staying at relief centres. Out of 435 damaged roads in Rajouri and Poonch, 356 have already been restored so far, they added.
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