Reasi, June 30 - Heavy rains are lashing Jammu and Kashmir, due to which the water level in Chenab is continuously rising. Three gates of Baglihar dam in Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir were opened today as the water level in Chenab is continuously rising due to continuous rain in the area.
Due to which the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) and the local administration have been asked to issue guidelines. Due to this, river rafting activities have been suspended as a precautionary measure and the authorities are monitoring the situation.
People living in low-lying areas along Chenab including Talwara, Kansi Patta, Thanpal, Chinka, Gujarkothi and Jhandi have been alerted about the rising water level. Patrols are being carried out by administration personnel and people have been advised to stay away from the banks of Chenab and keep their animals at a safe distance.
It is worth mentioning that India has suspended the Indus Water Treaty after the Pahalgam terror attack. Just last month, the gates of the Salal Dam were closed due to increased tension between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam attack.