Srinagar: In response to the ongoing flood-like situation and heavy waterlogging in various parts of the city, J&K Police in Srinagar, in close coordination with SDRF and River Police, has activated a comprehensive evacuation and relocation plan to safeguard the lives and well-being of affected citizens.
Police teams from concerned Police Stations, along with River Police and SDRF units, have been deployed under the supervision of territorial officers across multiple vulnerable locations in the District.
In addition to evacuation efforts, J&K Police has proactively identified and plugged potential breaches in embankments, preventing further escalation of the flood-like situation. J&K Police has also formed contingency teams and QRTs across all Police establishments of the District to actively provide aid and assistance to stranded citizens, regulate traffic at congested areas and reach the doorsteps of affected vulnerable families timely manner for frontline rescue efforts.
J&K Police urges citizens to avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall; report incidents such as waterlogging, fallen trees, or electric hazards to the nearest Police Station or Police Control Room (PCR); cooperate with police and emergency services and adhere strictly to official advisories. Citizens facing emergencies are encouraged to contact the dedicated helplines or CUG/official numbers of District Police Officers, which are operational round the clock and available in the public domain.
