Kishtwar Cloudburst: Heartbreaking images surface as rescue operations continue, at least 60 dead | Pictures

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A devastating cloudburst struck Chasoti (also spelled Chishoti/Chosoti) village in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir on August 14, 2025. The massive downpour triggered sudden flash floods along the Machail Mata Yatra route, resulting in the destruction of makeshift markets, community kitchens and security outposts packed with devotees. Initial rescue operations reported at least 60 fatalities, over 100 injured, and hundreds still missing as the disaster coincided with large gatherings for the annual pilgrimage to the Machail Mata temple. Authorities swiftly suspended the pilgrimage and launched large-scale rescue efforts, deploying civil, police, army, and disaster response teams to aid the affected region. (Image: PTI)

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People stand amidst the debris at an affected area after a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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A woman mourns for her loss after a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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Debris and wreckage of vehicles at an affected area following a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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Search and rescue work underway after a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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A security personnel keeps vigil at an affected area following a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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Rescue work underway after a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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Houses damaged at an affected area following a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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Locals stand near damaged vehicles and debris following a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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People show damaged structures at an affected area following a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. (Image source: PTI)

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Rescue work underway at an affected area following a cloudburst in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. At least 46 people were killed and over 100 suffered injuries in the incident, according to officials. (Image source: PTI)