Heavy Rainfall Damages Kotranka-Khawas Road, Water Level Rises in Rivers Across Rajouri

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LIAQAT ALI KHATANA

RAJOURI, AUGUST 18:-Continuous heavy rainfall has disrupted normal life in Rajouri district, with the situation along the Kotranka-Khawas road emerging as particularly alarming. A section of the road has been washed away, forcing a complete closure and causing severe inconvenience to local residents and commuters.

The sudden rise in water levels of rivers and streams has triggered flood-like conditions in several areas. In response, the district administration has appealed to the public to stay away from rivers and streams, warning that negligence under the current circumstances could prove fatal. Police and SDRF teams have been put on high alert to tackle any emergency.

Officials confirmed that several small bridges and connecting roads are submerged due to incessant rains. Landslides and waterlogging have further hampered vehicular movement, adding to the hardships of daily commuters. Villagers have expressed concern, pointing out that the Kotranka-Khawas road has always been vulnerable during the monsoon, but this year the situation is far more critical.

“Rain has been relentless for the past two days. Small streams are overflowing, and we are deeply worried for the safety of children and the elderly,” said a local resident. Authorities have advised villagers, especially school-going children, to use safer alternative routes.

Agricultural fields in many parts of Rajouri are waterlogged, raising fears of crop damage, while reports have also surfaced of water entering houses in low-lying areas. The District Disaster Management Authority has instructed residents to remain vigilant and immediately report any emergency to the control room.

The administration has cautioned that conditions may worsen over the next 24 hours, as the Meteorological Department has forecast more heavy rainfall in the coming days. To ensure wider public awareness, Rajouri Police are issuing repeated advisories through social media platforms and local mosques, urging people to stay away from rivers and streams.