J&K Cloudburst Update: Death Toll Rises to 46, Army and NDRF Intensify Rescue

Flash floods hit Chashoti village during Machail Mata Yatra; rescue and relief operations ongoing as casualties rise

At least 46 people, including two CISF personnel, have died after a severe cloudburst triggered flash floods in Chashoti village, Kishtwar district, Jammu & Kashmir. The Army, NDRF, and local authorities have launched large-scale rescue and relief operations.

Key Details of the Tragedy

Location: Chashoti village, starting point of Machail Mata Yatra
Casualties: 46 confirmed dead; fears of rising numbers
Injured: 167 rescued from debris; 38 in critical condition
Yatra Status: Suspended following the disaster

Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Sharma confirmed:
“A flash flood has occurred at Chashoti area in Kishtwar. Rescue operations have been started.”

National Response

Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Expressed grief and assured all possible help.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah: Rushed NDRF teams to the site and promised continuous support.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah: Expressed sorrow, cancelled cultural events and Independence Day “At Home” tea party.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha: Directed strengthening of rescue operations with police, Army, and disaster response teams.

My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by the cloudburst and flooding in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir. The situation is being monitored closely. Rescue and relief operations are underway. Every possible assistance will be provided to those in need.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 14, 2025

In light of the tragedy caused by the cloud burst in Kishtwar I have taken the decision to cancel the “At Home” tea party tomorrow evening. We have also decided not to go ahead with the cultural events during the morning Independence Day celebrations. The formal events – speech,…
— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) August 14, 2025

Army and Rescue Teams in Action

The Army’s White Knight Corps mobilized immediately, focusing on:

Safeguarding lives and aiding survivors
Searching for the missing
Providing relief stores, medical teams, and rescue gear

Public Figures React

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge: Condoled with families and urged Congress workers to support relief efforts.
Multiple authorities are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating rescue and rehabilitation measures.

Flash Flood Impact

Chashoti, the last motorable village en route to Mata Chandi shrine, is heavily affected.
Roads and infrastructure damaged; local communities displaced.
Rescue operations ongoing amid fears of more casualties.

Rescue and relief operations are ongoing in Chashoti, Kishtwar, as authorities continue to search for survivors and provide aid to the affected. The situation remains critical, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.

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