SRINAGAR: The Union Territory Administration of Ladakh has issued a public advisory urging tourists, commuters and residents to exercise extreme caution and avoid travel to vulnerable areas following the India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) forecast of heavy rainfall across the region.
The advisory, issued by the Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRRR) Department, warned that the expected weather conditions could trigger flash floods, landslides, road blockages and disruption of essential services in different parts of the Union Territory.
Tourists planning to visit Ladakh have been advised to postpone travel to vulnerable destinations until weather conditions improve. Those already in the region have been urged to strictly follow advisories issued by the district administration and avoid rivers, nallahs, flood-prone areas and landslide-prone slopes.
The administration also advised commuters not to cross swollen streams, damaged roads or unstable bridges and to avoid unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rainfall.
Residents have been asked to remain vigilant, keep emergency supplies ready and immediately comply with evacuation orders, if issued by local authorities.
Meanwhile, all district administrations, emergency response agencies and field departments have been directed to remain on high alert and ensure preparedness to deal with any weather-related emergencies, including flash floods, landslides and road closures.
The administration urged the public to follow official weather advisories and cooperate with local authorities to ensure public safety.
