Bandipora, May 3: Officials have issued a safety advisory urging locals and tourists to keep away from the Kishanganga River and its reservoir areas due to a sharp rise in water levels caused by increased summer inflow.
The advisory warns that water levels are likely to continue rising in the coming days, and sudden surges may require controlled water releases through the spillway gates—posing potential hazards in surrounding areas.
Authorities have assured that warning sirens will be activated before any water discharge. People living near the riverbanks and those visiting the area are strongly advised to stay alert and avoid going near the river for their own safety.
