The Indian Army has deployed the newly inducted ATOR N1200 amphibious Specialist Mobility Vehicle (SMV) for flood rescue efforts in Amritsar. With its floating capability, low-pressure tires, and robust design, it navigates waterlogged and rugged terrain to evacuate stranded villagers and deliver essential supplies. Developed by JSW Gecko Motors, the vehicle was first showcased during the 2024 Republic Day Parade. The government has ordered 96 units under a ₹250-crore deal. Deployed in multiple Punjab districts, the ATOR N1200 highlights the Army’s rapid humanitarian response and technological readiness during natural disasters.

The Indian Army executed a daring rescue on August 27 in flood-ravaged Gurdaspur, Punjab, airlifting 27 stranded individuals using three Cheetah helicopters amid extreme flying conditions. The operation followed relentless rainfall that triggered massive flooding, reminiscent of the 1988 disaster, with rivers Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi inundating vast areas. Earlier, 25 people were evacuated from a collapsing building, and 381 students with 70 teachers were rescued from a flooded school in Daburi. Amphibious vehicles and boats were deployed across severely affected districts including Pathankot, Amritsar, and Fazilka. The Army, NDRF, BSF, and IAF continue coordinated efforts to save lives and provide relief in one of Punjab’s worst flood crises.

Heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir have killed at least 41 people in two days, with landslides and floods causing destruction. A major landslide on the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route in Reasi killed 34 people and injured many. Rescue teams are still searching for survivors. The pilgrimage remains suspended. Rivers, including the Jhelum, crossed danger levels and entered homes in Anantnag and Srinagar. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced ₹6 lakh for victims’ families and briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Schools are closed, and train services were disrupted. Officials said this was Jammu’s heaviest rain in decades. (PC: X)

A chilling scene unfolded in Manali on August 27, 2025, as heavy monsoon rain led to a sudden collapse of the road opposite the Beas River. A stationary pickup truck on Left Bank Road vanished instantly, swept away by the torrent of water as the ground beneath it gave way—captured in dramatic, widely shared visuals . The incident underscores the sheer intensity of the flooding and the fragility of mountain infrastructure under extreme weather. As monsoon rains persist across Himachal Pradesh, urgent calls have emerged for bolstered disaster response and infrastructure safeguards in vulnerable regions.

Heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir have killed at least 36 people over two days. A landslide on the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route in Reasi district caused most deaths. Dozens of roads were blocked, bridges and electricity poles collapsed, and mobile networks were disrupted. Rescue teams are searching for survivors under the debris. The pilgrimage to the shrine is suspended. Jammu city recorded over 380 mm of rain in 38 hours. Northern Railways cancelled and delayed many trains. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reviewed the situation and briefed PM Modi. Schools remain closed across the region. (PC: News18)

At least 34 people died and several were injured after a landslide struck the Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra track near Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. Heavy rain caused flash floods and landslides across the region, damaging bridges, power lines, and mobile networks. Over 3,500 residents were evacuated. The Jhelum River crossed the danger mark, raising flood fears. Jammu recorded 296 mm of rain in 24 hours, breaking a 1973 record, while Udhampur received 629 mm. Schools were closed, and exams were suspended. Rescue teams, including the Army, NDRF, and SDRF, are working with helicopters and relief flights to aid survivors. (PC: X)

At least 32 people were killed after a massive landslide struck the Vaishno Devi shrine route in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district on Tuesday. The yatra was suspended as rocks and boulders crashed down around 3 pm. Heavy rains across north India triggered flash floods in Jammu, Kashmir, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh, forcing the evacuation of thousands. Over 3,500 residents in Jammu were moved to safety. Officials reported damage to bridges, houses, and shops. Authorities issued fresh alerts to Pakistan about possible flooding in the Tawi river after dams released excess water. Rescue operations are underway. (PC: X)

On August 26, 2025, torrential monsoon rains in Jammu & Kashmir unleashed a deadly landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine, killing at least 30 pilgrims, injuring others, and suspending the pilgrimage amid active rescue operations. Simultaneously, a cloudburst in Doda’s Charu Nallah caused flash floods that claimed three lives, damaged homes, and collapsed infrastructure in Kishtwar. The calamity has led to widespread disruption—roads blocked, train services cancelled, and flood alerts issued. These events add to an ongoing regional monsoon crisis, marked by recurring cloudbursts and floods, with mounting casualties and humanitarian concerns across the area and neighboring Pakistan. (PC: The Hindu)

Heavy rain and landslides killed 11 people in Jammu and Kashmir, including 7 pilgrims on the Vaishno Devi route. Over 20 were injured and the yatra was suspended. In Doda, 4 people died in separate incidents. Floods damaged homes, highways, and railways, leaving thousands stranded. The Jammu-Srinagar and Kishtwar-Doda highways were closed, while 18 trains were cancelled. In Himachal’s Kullu, the Beas river washed away part of the Chandigarh-Manali highway. Punjab declared high alert after overflowing rivers flooded several districts. Schools across Jammu and Kullu were shut. Authorities warned of more heavy rain, flash floods, and landslides till August 27. (PC: X)

Heavy rain continues to batter Jammu, causing floods, landslides, and disruption across the region. At least 11 people have died, including seven on the Vaishno Devi yatra route and four in Doda. Rivers Tawi, Chenab, and Basantar are flowing above alert levels. Authorities imposed night curfew from 8 pm to 8 am and closed schools and offices. Highways and several roads remain blocked due to landslides. Indian Army teams are carrying out rescue operations and evacuating people from low-lying areas. Pilgrims to Vaishno Devi are advised to replan their journey. Helpline numbers have been issued for assistance. (PC: X)