SRINAGAR: The death toll in the cloudburst that struck Rajgarh tehsil of Ramban district has risen to four, while one person remains missing, officials said on Friday.
An official said that rescue teams have recovered four bodies from the affected area, and efforts are ongoing to trace the remaining missing person.
“The cloudburst triggered flash floods, damaging property and affecting normal life in the region. One person is still unaccounted for,” the official said.
Meanwhile, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, in a post on X, said he had spoken to Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Aiyaz Khan, regarding the incident.
“A cloudburst in the Rajgarh area has resulted in the unfortunate loss of four lives. One person is still missing, and search operations are underway. Fortunately, there are no injuries reported. Rescue efforts are in progress, and all possible assistance is being provided. I am in constant touch with the district administration,” he said.
Just Now Spoke to DC #Ramban Mr Mohammad Alyas Khan.
Cloud burst in Rajgarh area resulting in the unfortunate casualty of four persons. The fifth one is missing and the search is going on.
Meanwhile, there is no injured.
Rescue operation is on. Every possible assistance…
— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) August 30, 2025
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also expressed condolences over the incident. In a post on X, his office stated: “The Chief Minister has expressed deep anguish over the loss of lives due to the landslide in Rajgarh, Ramban.
Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the tragic landslide in Reasi’s Bhadder village that claimed the lives of seven family members.
Taking note of the continuous heavy rains, he appealed to people to remain alert, avoid vulnerable areas, and strictly adhere to safety…— Office of Chief Minister, J&K (@CM_JnK) August 30, 2025
He has directed the administration to carry out immediate rescue and relief operations.
