Avalanche Alert Issued in J&K

Avalanche Alert Issued in Ganderbal; Public Advised to Stay Away from Higher Reaches; Medium-Intensity Risk Above 2400 Metres; Administration Urges Vigilance

📢 Advisory for General Public – Ganderbal

Issued by the Deputy Commissioner / District Magistrate Ganderbal on 04-04-2026.

A medium intensity avalanche warning has been issued for areas above 2400 meters in District Ganderbal for the next 24 hours. The general public is advised to remain highly vigilant.

People are strictly advised to avoid venturing into avalanche-prone areas such as slopes, hilly terrain, and higher reaches until further orders are issued by the authorities.

Residents, tourists, and nomadic communities are requested to follow all official advisories and cooperate with the administration in the interest of public safety.

In case of any emergency, the public can contact the 24×7 District Emergency Control Room (DEOC) at DC Office, Mini Secretariat, Ganderbal on the following numbers: 0194-2416260, 0194-2416261, 8493868773.

👉 Key Message: Stay alert and avoid high-altitude areas for the next 24 hours due to avalanche risk.