Five people killed as vehicle plunges into Chenab river in J and K's Kishtwar
Rescue teams are ascertaining the identities of the deceased and the exact number of occupants while carrying out operations
Five individuals lost their lives when a Mahindra Scorpio vehicle veered off the road and fell into the Chenab River in Dachhan, Yaivan, Kishtwar district, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, according to officials. As of now, five bodies have been recovered, with rescue teams working to identify the deceased and determine the total number of occupants.
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh conveyed his sympathies to the affected families via X, stating that all five passengers perished instantly. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed sorrow over the incident and ordered immediate aid for those impacted. Surinder Choudhary, Jammu and Kashmir's deputy chief minister, also mourned the loss and directed authorities to provide necessary support.
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