Jammu: Traffic on Jammu-Srinagar national highway was restored after a three-hour closure on Tuesday as a consequence of rain-triggered mudslides close to Ramban. Meanwhile, 9 individuals trapped within the swollen Tawi river have been rescued in a joint operation by police, SDRF and native volunteers. Among them was a labourer stranded for 2 hours throughout sand extraction, and others performing non secular rituals.Officials mentioned the NH was blocked at Mehad and the T2 tunnel round 6.30am, however fast motion by police and highway clearance groups reopened the route, with stranded autos now being cleared.The deputy commissioners of Reasi and Poonch districts reviewed the emergency preparedness and response mechanisms as heavy rains continued to lash elements of J&Ok. In flood-affected Qazi Mohra, DC Vikas Kundal assessed injury and ordered quick reduction measures. In Poonch, DC Nidhi Malik chaired a preparedness assembly to evaluate flood and landslide response plans.Authorities urged commuters to stay affected person and comply with site visitors self-discipline to keep away from additional congestion.
