Ramban Landslide Viral Video: Nature's Fury! People Dead, Vehicles Damaged, Washed Out Road, J&K Landslide Results in Massive Destruction

Early Saturday morning, relentless rainfall caused a devastating landslide in the Dharamkund area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district. The incident led to flash floods in a village near the Chenab River, wreaking havoc across the region.

Massive Damage and Casualties 

Flash floods triggered by heavy rains hit a village near the Chenab River in Dharamkund #Ramban.
10 houses fully damaged, 25–30 partially affected. Around 90–100 people safely rescued by Dharamkund police.@dcramban @DIPRRambandic @BaseerUlHaqIAS @diprjk @airnewsalerts pic.twitter.com/BQF3ltUBbZ

— Akashvani News Jammu (@radionews_jammu) April 20, 2025

Initial reports confirm the death of at least 2–3 people, with fears that the toll may rise. Over 20 homes have been reduced to rubble, while around 25–30 other houses suffered partial damage. Dozens of vehicles were either buried under debris or swept away by the rushing water. The road connecting several hamlets was washed out, cutting off access to nearby areas. 

जम्मू कश्मीर के रामबन जिले में आज सुबह भारी बारिश से लैंडस्लाइड हुआ है। इससे बाढ़ आ गई। अब तक 2–3 लोगों की मौत हुई है। 20 से ज्यादा घर तबाह हो गए हैं। दर्जनों गाड़ियां क्षतिग्रस्त हुई हैं। 100 से ज्यादा लोगों को सुरक्षित रेस्क्यू कर लिया गया है। pic.twitter.com/xJOqKJ9zLb

— Sachin Gupta (@SachinGuptaUP) April 20, 2025

Swift Rescue Operation

Despite the chaos, authorities acted quickly. Local police and rescue teams from Dharamkund successfully evacuated nearly 100 villagers to safety. Efforts are ongoing to clear debris and restore connectivity.

Viral Video Shows Scale of Destruction

A video showing the terrifying moment when the landslide struck has gone viral on social media. The visuals capture the sheer scale of nature’s fury—mudslides swallowing homes, vehicles being tossed by water, and people running for safety.

What’s Next?

Officials are monitoring the situation closely amid continued rainfall warnings. Relief camps have been set up for affected families. Meanwhile, the district administration has urged residents in vulnerable zones to remain alert.