KISHTWAR: In the wake of severe weather conditions and the recent cloudburst-triggered flash floods in parts of Kishtwar district, including the worst-hit Chosoti village in Paddar, District Police Kishtwar, in coordination with the District Administration, has issued a weather and disaster advisory to ensure public safety.
Control rooms and help desks have been activated across the district to assist citizens, devotees, and travellers, particularly those in vulnerable and remote areas. All sub-divisions have been placed on high alert, with dedicated police teams deployed to respond swiftly to emergencies caused by heavy rainfall, landslides, flash floods, or road blockages.
District Police Kishtwar has urged residents and pilgrims to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel to high-risk zones, and stay in constant touch with the nearest police station in case of emergencies. The advisory also includes multiple helpline numbers for immediate assistance:
District Control Room: 01995-259555, 9484217492
PCR Kishtwar: 9906154100, 9103454100, 01995-259193, 100
Sub-Divisional & Police Station Helplines
SSP Kishtwar: 9419134002
Addl. SP Kishtwar: 9419158700
Dy.SP Hqrs Kishtwar: 9796455564
SDPO Atholi (Paddar & adjoining): 9419181083
SDPO Marwah (Marwah/Wadwan): 9858299319
SHO Kishtwar: 9906207082
SHO Dachhan: 7006236621
SHO Chatroo: 7006648892
SHO PS Atholi: 9906076000
Area-Specific Control Rooms
Paddar Control Room: 9858223125, 6006701934, 9797504078, 8492886895, 8493801381, 7006463710
Police have assured that separate contact points for other flood and landslide-prone areas will be provided by respective local police stations.
People are encouraged to stay updated through the official social media handles Facebook: Kishtwar Police and Twitter: SSP Kishtwar for real-time alerts and advisories.
Authorities have advising against and again that safety remains the top priority as security forces, police, and disaster response teams continue to monitor the evolving weather situation and provide assistance to affected areas.
