'Floods in Pulwama': Central team assesses damage, relief efforts
A central government team visited Pulwama in September 2025 to see firsthand how recent floods have hit the area.
They toured damaged orchards, paddy fields, roads, and bridges across several tehsils, while also checking on rescue and relief efforts already underway.
The floods have knocked out power lines, water supplies
The floods have knocked out power lines, water supplies, schools, and key roads.
Relief teams are distributing food, clean water, and medical help.
Families most at risk are being moved to safer spots as repairs begin.
Temporary fixes for roads and utilities are moving quickly
Temporary fixes for roads and utilities are moving quickly. At the same time, officials are planning stronger flood defenses for the future.
The visiting team praised local disaster response so far.
Meanwhile in Udhampur, LG Manoj Sinha checked on highway repairs and met families at a flood relief camp—making sure help keeps coming where it's needed most.