South Kashmir Villages Submerged, Hundreds Evacuated

(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer)
A Submerged South Kashmir Locality

Srinagar- Continuous heavy rainfall over the past two days has triggered severe flood-like conditions across south Kashmir, inundating villages, damaging infrastructure, and leaving thousands stranded. Rescue and relief operations have been launched on a war footing.

In Pulwama district, the overflowing Romshi Nallah breached its banks, submerging Gundipora, Hassanwani, Uribagh, and Badibagh villages. Residents reported rainwater entering homes, damaging stored food grains, and destroying paddy fields and apple orchards.“Every time Romshi Nallah swells, our villages face huge losses. We urge the administration to restore its original course,” said Abdul Majid, a resident of Gundipora.

The situation worsened when the approach road to Chandrigam bridge in Awantipora caved in, forcing its closure. Traffic has been diverted via Chandrigam–Amlar–Bargam–Noorpora route until repairs are completed. Meanwhile, Kaihgam in Awantipora experienced massive waterlogging, leaving residents trapped in their homes.

In Anantnag district, the Brengi Nallah inundated several low-lying areas, including offices and institutions such as the BDO office, Saut

Awliya Darul Uloom, and Idara Tehqiqat. Educational and administrative activities were suspended. Farmers warned of large-scale damage to paddy fields and orchards if the rains persist.

Similar conditions were reported in Kulgam, particularly in Khudwani-Qaimoh, where water entered residential areas. Power supply has been disrupted in several places, including SIDCO Lassipora, due to damaged electricity lines.

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