Vaishno Devi Landslide Death Toll Rises to 32 in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi

By A Staff Reporter

Reasi, J&K: The death toll in the landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district has risen to 32, officials confirmed on Wednesday, a day after the tragedy struck the pilgrimage route.

The landslide, triggered by heavy and continuous rainfall, occurred on Tuesday along the path leading to the revered hilltop shrine, trapping devotees and causing widespread damage. Rescue operations, led by teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), police, and local volunteers, continued through the night.

Officials said at least 20 people injured in the incident were admitted to the Community Health Centre in Reasi, where they are undergoing treatment.