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Aug 26, 08:26 AM
Heavy Rainfall Causes Tawi River Breach, Flooding, and Rescue Operations in Delhi, J&K, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan
India
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Heavy Rainfall Causes Tawi River Breach, Flooding, and Rescue Operations in Delhi, J&K, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan

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  • ANI
  • Markets Today
  • The Tradesman
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Heavy and continuous rainfall has severely impacted northern India, particularly in Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan, causing widespread flooding, waterlogging, and damage to infrastructure. Delhi experienced multiple spells of rain leading to traffic congestion and waterlogging in areas such as Mandir Marg, Mathura Road, ITO, Baba Kharak Singh Road, and near Humayun's Tomb. In Rajasthan, the Chambal river has risen above the danger mark, leading to flooding in Dhaulpur, Bundi, Dausa, and Pali districts. Jammu and Kashmir have been severely affected with rivers like the Tawi, Chenab, Ravi, and Jhelum swelling due to incessant rain, prompting flood alerts and the opening of dam gates, notably the Ranjit Sagar Dam on the Ravi River. The Tawi River in Jammu recorded 190.4mm of rain in 24 hours, the second highest in nearly a century, causing breaches that flooded residential areas and led to rescue operations by the Indian Army. Doda district has seen landslides, mudslides, and road closures, with cloud bursts washing away parts of National Highway 244. Himachal Pradesh has also faced heavy rainfall, with the Beas River rising and causing damage to roads and bridges, including the Chandigarh-Manali Highway and National Highway 3. The Indian Meteorological Department issued a Red Alert for Chamba, Kangra, and Mandi districts. Authorities across these regions have initiated evacuations and rescue operations, with officials warning residents to avoid riverbanks and nallahs. The ongoing rainfall has disrupted normal life, damaged electricity and drinking water infrastructure, and caused significant damage to homes and roads.

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