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Intense Rainfall Prompts Red Alerts Across Northern India
26 Aug
Summary
- Red alerts issued for districts in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh
- Landslides and flooding close roads and train services in Jammu and Kashmir
- Severe weather poses risks of flash floods and landslides in Himachal Pradesh and Punjab
As of August 26, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for various districts in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh, predicting heavy rainfall in the area. In Jammu and Kashmir, the red alert primarily covers the Jammu region, including the districts of Reasi, Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Udhampur, and Doda. The Kishtwar district is also under a red alert.
The heavy rain has led to the closure of several roads and train services in Jammu and Kashmir. The Jammu-Srinagar national highway is blocked due to multiple landslides, mudslides, and shooting stones in the Ramban district. Additionally, a portion of the Padder road near Traith Nallah in Kishtwar district has been washed away, while the Ramnagar-Udhampur road in Udhampur and the Jangalwar-Thathri road in Doda have been closed due to landslides.
In Himachal Pradesh, a red alert has been issued for very heavy rainfall, lightning, and thunderstorms in the Chamba, Mandi, and Kangra districts on August 26. The severe weather poses risks of flash floods and landslides, prompting authorities to urge residents to stay vigilant. Similarly, Punjab faces a red alert in Ludhiana, Sangrur, Barnala, and Mansa districts, where intense rainfall and thunderstorms could disrupt normal activities and infrastructure.
