Heavy rainfall from a cloudburst struck the under-construction Kwar Hydroelectric Project in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, late Sunday night, causing widespread disruption. At the same time, a landslide in the neighbouring Doda district blocked the vital Jammu-Kishtwar Road.
The cloudburst unleashed a torrent of mud, rocks, and debris onto the Kwar Hydroelectric Project site, burying several vehicles under wreckage and halting work at the facility. Officials from the district administration are taking stock of the extent of the damage and closely monitoring the developing situation. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported so far.
Additionally, heavy rainfall triggered a landslide in the Prem Nagar area of Doda district, resulting in a significant blockage of the Jammu-Kishtwar Road as debris tumbled from the hillside onto the highway. This disruption severely impacts local transportation and connectivity.
Authorities have rapidly deployed teams to both affected areas, initiating restoration work to clear the debris and reopen the Jammu-Kishtwar Road for traffic as soon as possible. Heavy machinery and manpower are currently at work to ensure the safety and facilitation of the road.
Officials expressed that they are maintaining vigilant monitoring of weather conditions as the restoration operations unfold. “Our teams are committed to clearing the roads and ensuring that normalcy returns swiftly to these regions,” stated a government official involved in the operations.
The Kwar Hydroelectric Project is critical for the region and aims to enhance energy supply, making such disruptions particularly concerning for local authorities. As the situation continues to develop, residents and commuters await updates on both the restoration efforts at the hydroelectric project and the reopening of the Jammu-Kishtwar Road. Further details are awaited as officials continue to assess the impact of the cloudburst and associated landslide.
