New Delhi (Sputnik) — The Batalik Sector, which is at an altitude of more than 16,000 feet, is prone to avalanches. Earlier this year, the Army lost 19 soldiers in similar avalanches in Gurez, Bandipora, Kupwara and a Major in Ganderbal in January.
Heavy rainfall in the Indian side of Kashmir has triggered landslide and avalanche in various parts of Kashmir. “Unprecedented snowfall triggered multiple avalanches; a Post in Batalik Sector buried. Special teams toiled inhospitable weather & 15 feet snow overnight; body of 3rd soldier retrieved. Soldiers martyred guarding icy heights,” said a statement from the Northern Command of the Indian Army.
Spoke to J&K CM @MehboobaMufti on the flood situation in the state. Offered all possible support from Centre in dealing with the situation.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) 7 апреля 2017 г.
#IndianArmy continues rescue efforts in waterlogged areas of valley #KashmirFloods pic.twitter.com/2ZQIPRbZN6
— ADG PI — INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) 7 апреля 2017 г.
Meanwhile, the rain has created havoc in the valley. The water level in the Jhelum River is above the danger mark and a number of areas in Kashmir have been submerged. People are appreciating the Indian Army which is engaged in relief and rescue across the valley.
On d behalf of Kashmir's I like to thank security forces for their selfless rescue operation. I must say humare Jawano ka dil bhut bda hai. pic.twitter.com/wwdHjtHARF
— Mauseen Khan (@mauseen_khan) 7 апреля 2017 г.
