J-K: Chenab River water level rises due to heavy rainfall

Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 28 (ANI): The water level has increased in the Chenab River at Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir due to heavy rainfall in the region.

Deputy Commissioner, Ramban has advised people not to venture anywhere near riverbanks of all water-bodies. “River Chenab is flowing far higher than its normal water level. People are again advised not to venture anywhere near riverbanks of all water-bodies in District Ramban. Remain Vigilant and Alert,” tweeted Deputy Commissioner, Ramban.

Earlier in the day, a cloudburst was reported in the Gulabgarh area of the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. As many as four bodies have been recovered and around 30-40 people are missing after a cloudburst in the Gulabgarh area of Kishtwar district on Wednesday morning, said Kishtwar district deputy commissioner.

Eight-nine houses in Honzar village of the district have been damaged. (ANI)