A significant landslide has struck a crucial roadway in northern India’s Jammu and Kashmir, severing connectivity between two districts.

The incident took place at Panar on Mughal Road in Shopian district of Kashmir on July 8.

Visuals showed at a mountainous road, a highly perilous landslide was underway, with rocks, debris, and mud cascading onto the thoroughfare, completely burying the road and blocking all passage for travelers.

The landslide, which occurred at Panar on the Mughal Road, has caused significant disruption to transport and communication channels in Jammu and Kashmir. This critical route, known for its strategic importance and historical significance, connects the regions of Poonch and Shopian. Authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage and working swiftly to restore access along the affected stretch.