Jammu and Kashmir Flash Floods Live Updates: At least 30 people have been killed in a landslide enroute to Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir. Several people are reportedly injured in a massive landslide that occurred near Inderprastha Bhojnalaya at Adhkwari on Tuesday. The landslide was triggered by heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir.
Here are the Live Updates:
Train Services Restored From Jammu After Day-Long Suspension Due To Heavy Rain
Train services were restored from Jammu on Wednesday after a day-long suspension, with six trains scheduled to leave for their destinations, officials said.
Northern Railway on Tuesday night announced the cancellation of 22 incoming and outgoing trains from Jammu and Katra railway stations, while 27 trains were short-terminated at various stations in the division due to heavy rain that lashed the region.
“Train services have been restored from Jammu. Six trains, which were either cancelled or short-terminated, will leave for their destinations today,” a railway official said.
According to the PRO of Jammu Division, the six restored trains include three that were earlier cancelled and three that were short-terminated at different stations.
Vaishno Devi Landslide: PM Modi Saddened Over The Loss Of Lives, Wishes For Early Recovery Of Injured
Prime Minister Narendra Modi prayed for everyone's safety and well-being following a landslide en route to the Vaishno Devi shrine. He expressed grief over the deaths and wished for speedy recovery of those who suffered injuries.
"The loss of lives due to a landslide on the route to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is saddening. My thoughts are with the bereaved families. May the injured recover at the earliest. The administration is assisting all those affected. My prayers for everyone's safety and well-being," PM Modi wrote in a post on X.
The loss of lives due to a landslide on the route to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is saddening. My thoughts are with the bereaved families. May the injured recover at the earliest. The administration is assisting all those affected. My prayers for everyone's safety and…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 27, 2025
J&K Rain Update: Madhopur Bridge Damaged
Among the damaged structures is the historic Madhopur bridge, which became a part of history when Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee was arrested in the middle of this bridge on May 11 1953, wrote Union Minister Jitendra Singh, sharing an update on rain in Jammu.
Movement of traffic on this bridge has been stopped since 3 am this morning, he added.
Vaishno Devi Landslide: 30 People Killed In A Landslide Enroute Vaishno Devi
30 people have reportedly died in a landslide that occurred en route to Vaishno Devi on Tuesday. Several pilgrims have suffered injuries and have been moved to hospitals.
Vaishno Devi yatra remains suspended.
J&K Rain Update: Schools, Colleges Shut In Jammu
Schools and colleges in Jammu have been ordered to remain closed, and the general public is advised to refrain from non-essential movement for their safety.
J&K Rain Update: C-130 Lands At Jammu With Relief And Rescue Materials
The C130 landed at Jammu with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel, carrying relief and rescue materials.
J&K Rain Update: C-130 Lands At Jammu With Relief And Rescue Materials
J&K Rain Update: Efforts On To Restore Electricity, Water Supply, Mobile Servives
The immediate priority is restoration of electricity, water supply and mobile services, for which the authorities have been working continuously overnight, noted Union Minister Jitendra Singh.
J&K Rain Update: Chenab Continues To Flow Close To Danger Mark
The level of river Tawi has receded, but river Chenab continues to flow close to the danger mark.
Jammu And Kashmir Rain Update
The entire Jammu division, barring Poonch and Rajouri districts, is still witnessing rain, though of a lesser intensity, Union Minister Jitendra Singh shared an update.
Flight Operations To Leh Affected Due To Bad Weather: Delhi Airport
Flight operations to Leh have been affected because of poor weather conditions, said the Delhi Airport.
"Due to bad conditions in Leh, flight operations to the destination have been affected. We are working closely with all the stakeholders to support passengers and minimise inconvenience. For specific flight information, kindly contact the respective airline," the Delhi Airport said in the passenger advisory on X.
Passenger Advisory issued at 07:38 Hours#DelhiAirport #PassengerAdvisory #DELAdvisory pic.twitter.com/5cPUZ54wv1
— Delhi Airport (@DelhiAirport) August 27, 2025
Jammu And Kashmir Rain: Over 3,500 People Shifted To Safety As Flood Situation Deteriorates In Jammu
Over 3,500 residents have been evacuated to safety following incessant rains that caused flash floods and waterlogging across Jammu in Jammu and Kashmir.
Teams from District Administration, J&K Police, NDRF, SDRF, Indian Army and local volunteers have been working on evacuation and relief in the worst-hit areas, while authorities are also focused on restoring critical infrastructure and essential services.
Immediate priority has been to move residents from vulnerable pockets to safer locations while ensuring food, clean water and medical care at temporary shelters, said officials.
Jammu And Kashmir Rain Update: Udhampur Air Force Station Received 540 mm Rainfall On August 26
Udhampur Air Force Station recorded an exceptional 540 mm rainfall on Tuesday (August 26) in just 12 hours between 8:30 am and 8:30 pm, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The IMD data shows that the average monsoon rainfall recorded in Delhi during the entire Monsoon Season (June to September) is 640.4 mm. This shows that Udhampur IAF received 84.3 per cent of the total average rainfall received in a year in Delhi during the Southwest Monsoon season in just 12 hours yesterday.
Jammu And Kashmir Rain Update
The C130 and IL76 aircraft will take off shortly with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel, carrying relief and rescue materials to Jammu from Hindon.
Helicopter assets like Chinook, Mi-17 V5 are on active standby at all nearby bases like Jammu, Udhampur, Srinagar, and Pathankot.
Vaishno Devi Landslide: Helpline Numbers For Families Of Devotees Visiting Vaishno Devi
Families whose relatives are visiting Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan have been advised to contact the following helpline numbers for reporting or seeking any kind of assistance:
- Police Control Room (PCR) Katra – 9149672792
- PCR Reasi – 9103996071
Jammu And Kashmir Rain Update
- The water level of Tawi River is down compared to yesterday. It has not crossed danger level.
- The water level of the Chenab River is still above the danger level
- Divisional administration is taking army's help to evacuate 5,000 people stranded around the Chenab river
J&K Flash Rain: "Struggling With Almost Non-Existent Communication," Says Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister said he is "still struggling with almost non-existent communication" as heavy rain has disrupted several services in the Union Territory.
Mr Abdullah said there is "no fixed line WiFi, no browsing" and apps are opening "frustratingly slowly".
Still struggling with almost nonexistent communication. There is a trickle of data flowing on Jio mobile but no fixed line WiFi, no browsing, almost no apps, things like X open frustratingly slowly, WhatsApp struggles with anything more than short text messages. Haven’t felt this…
— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) August 27, 2025
Vaishno Devi Landslide: Devotees Advised To Replan Journey
In view of incessant rain in Jammu and Kashmir and landslide events, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has advised all devotees to replan their journey to the shrine once the weather improves.
Vaishno Devi Landslide: Helpline Numbers
Jai Mata Di
— Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (@OfficialSMVDSB) August 26, 2025
In view of the landslide incident at Adhkwari, a dedicated Helpline Desk has been established at E&R Niharika. May contact for the updates.
Call/whatsApp:
+91 9906019460
+91 9906019446
+91 9103491554#yatraupdate #VaishnoDeviYatra #Helpline
