Landslide Blocks Doda-Kishtwar Highway
Heavy rain triggers landslide, flash floods block highway, damage power project site.
A major landslide occurred near the Kwar hydroelectric project in Kishtwar due to heavy rainfall, blocking the Doda-Kishtwar highway. The landslide, which was triggered by the heavy downpour, caused flash floods and mudslides that buried several vehicles under debris.
The landslide also affected the Kwar power project site, with large volumes of mud and boulders entering the site and damaging construction equipment and materials. The situation was further complicated by the rising water level in the Chenab river, which prompted the opening of three gates of the Baglihar dam.
The district administrations in Doda and Kishtwar are closely monitoring the weather conditions and river flow to ensure the safety of the people in the region. The blockade of the Doda-Kishtwar highway has disrupted traffic and communication in the area, causing inconvenience to commuters and residents.
The heavy rainfall and subsequent landslide have highlighted the vulnerability of the region to natural disasters. The authorities are taking necessary measures to mitigate the effects of the landslide and ensure the smooth flow of traffic on the highway.
The Kwar hydroelectric project is a significant infrastructure development in the region, and the damage caused by the landslide may delay its completion. The project's site has been affected by the large volumes of mud and boulders that entered the site, damaging construction equipment and materials.
The situation is being closely monitored by the district administrations, and necessary measures are being taken to prevent any further damage. The opening of the three gates of the Baglihar dam has helped to reduce the water level in the Chenab river, but the authorities remain vigilant to ensure the safety of the people in the region.
