Pir Panjal Snowfall accompanied by high-velocity winds has caused significant damage in remote areas of Poonch district, particularly affecting economically weaker families in Mandi tehsil.
POONCH MIRROR NEWS DESK JANUARY 29,2026
Mandi (Poonch):The recent spell of severe snowfall accompanied by high-velocity winds along the Pir Panjal mountain range has caused widespread disruption and damage in several remote areas, severely affecting economically weaker sections of society.
According to local sources, a poor resident of Danoo Gam village in Mandi tehsil, identified as Ali Mohammad, son of Habib Dar, suffered complete destruction of his residential house after powerful winds swept through the area.
Pir Panjal Snowfall:The structure reportedly collapsed during the storm, rendering the family homeless overnight.
Following the incident, Ali Mohammad and his family, including women and children, are currently forced to live under the open sky amid harsh winter conditions. With temperatures continuing to remain low and fresh snowfall reported in nearby areas, the situation has raised serious humanitarian concerns among local residents.
Villagers stated that the affected family belongs to a financially vulnerable background and lacks the resources to arrange temporary shelter or meet basic necessities on their own. The destruction of the house has further compounded their difficulties, exposing them to health and safety risks during the ongoing winter season.
Residents of the area have appealed to the district and tehsil administrations to take immediate cognizance of the matter and provide urgent relief. Locals have stressed the need for temporary accommodation, blankets, ration supplies and financial assistance to help the family cope with the aftermath of the disaster.
Public representatives, including the Member of Legislative Assembly from Haveli constituency and the concerned Member of Parliament, have also been urged to intervene and facilitate prompt relief measures. Community members expressed hope that the affected family would be included under disaster relief norms and provided assistance at the earliest.
The Pir Panjal region frequently witnesses extreme weather conditions during winter, often resulting in damage to poorly constructed houses in remote villages. Observers believe that timely assessment and swift relief can prevent further hardship for vulnerable families affected by such natural calamities.
As winter conditions persist, local residents have emphasized the importance of proactive disaster response mechanisms to ensure that no family is left exposed to life-threatening conditions during extreme weather events.
several remote areas of Poonch district, particularly in Mandi local news reports, have witnessed similar damage during the ongoing winter spell.👉 Mandi Local News
According to advisories issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the Pir Panjal region has been experiencing extreme winter conditions.
With harsh winter conditions continuing, the impact of Pir Panjal Snowfall is expected to remain a serious challenge for vulnerable communities in the region.
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