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A devastating landslide in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir, killed JKAS officer Rajinder Singh and his young son while injuring six others. The Lieutenant Governor’s office expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to the bereaved family. Rescue teams, including locals and police, swiftly responded to shift the injured to nearby hospitals. The tragedy underscores increasing landslide risks in the region due to heavy rainfall.

Key Points: JKAS Officer Rajinder Singh and Son Die in Reasi Landslide

  • JKAS officer Rajinder Singh and son killed in Reasi landslide
  • Six injured rushed to District Hospital Reasi
  • Rescue efforts led by locals and police
  • Landslide risks rise amid heavy rainfall in J&K
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J-K: Landslide in Reasi claims lives of JKAS officer, his son; 6 injured

Tragic landslide in Reasi claims lives of JKAS officer Rajinder Singh and his son, leaving six injured as authorities issue warnings.

"Extremely saddened by the landslide incident in Dharmari, Reasi... My deepest condolences to the bereaved family. – LG’s Office"

Reasi, August 2

Six people were injured in a devastating landslide in Dharmari, Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir, on August 1, which also claimed the lives of Rajinder Singh, a 2011-batch JKAS officer and SDM Ramnagar, and his young son.

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir expressed profound grief over the tragedy.

"Extremely saddened by the landslide incident in Dharmari, Reasi, in which we have lost an officer, Rajinder Singh, JKAS 2011, SDM Ramnagar & his son. The tragedy is heart-wrenching. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family & I pray that the injured recover quickly," the LG's office stated.

Dr. Gopal Dutt, Medical Superintendent of District Hospital Reasi, detailed the response to the incident, saying, "As we received information about the incident, we sent two ambulances to the spot. Six people were admitted to the hospital. We have lost a young officer in this incident." The local administration and medical teams are working to support the affected families and ensure swift recovery for the injured.

SSP Reasi Paramvir Singh confirmed the incident, stating that it occurred while they were returning to their native village, Pattian, from Dharmari, along with family members and relatives in a vehicle, as they reached the Salukh Ikhter Nallah area, a sudden landslide occurred, causing a massive debris flow to crash down on their vehicle.

Rajinder Singh's son died on the spot, while his wife and two cousins sustained serious injuries. A rescue operation was launched promptly with the help of residents and police, and all the injured were shifted to a nearby hospital. After initial treatment, the critically injured were referred to the District Hospital in Reasi.

According to official sources, the cause of the accident was a landslide, and police have launched an investigation into the matter.

This tragic incident highlights the growing danger of landslides in the region amid continuous rainfall. The local administration has appealed to the public to exercise extreme caution while travelling through hilly areas.

A similar incident was reported on July 30, where two Indian Army personnel lost their lives after a boulder fell on a military convoy vehicle in Ladakh.

The incident occurred around 11:30 AM when a large rock rolled down a cliff and struck one of the vehicles in the convoy.

The Army confirmed the deaths of Lieutenant Colonel Bhanu Pratap Singh and Lance Dafadar Daljeet Singh.

- ANI

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Rohit P
This is so tragic! Losing both father and son in one go... can't imagine the pain of the family. The government should provide immediate financial assistance to the bereaved family and ensure best medical care for the injured.
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Arjun K
While the response was quick, I wonder why no preventive measures were taken earlier. This area is known for landslides during monsoon. The administration needs to be more proactive rather than just reactive.
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Sarah B
The courage of local residents who helped in rescue operations deserves recognition. In such remote areas, community support becomes crucial when disasters strike. My thoughts are with all affected families.
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Vikram M
This is the second such incident in a week! The government must declare landslide-prone areas as red zones during monsoon and restrict unnecessary travel. Prevention is better than cure.
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Kavya N
Om Shanti 🙏 The officer was serving in a remote area - shows the dedication of our civil servants. But we must do more to protect them and all citizens from such natural calamities. Proper road safety measures are long overdue in hilly regions.

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