A massive forest fire broke out in the Kaldi region of Jammu and Khashmirโs Udhampur district late Monday afternoon, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and prompting a swift response from forest and fire officials. The blaze, reported between 4:00 and 4:30 PM, quickly spread across the dry forest terrain.
Local authorities, along with forest department teams, were immediately deployed to the site. While officials confirmed that a major portion of the fire has been brought under control, firefighting efforts remain active as crews continue to douse remaining hotspots and prevent further spread.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined, and officials are maintaining a close watch on the affected area. Updates are expected as the situation develops and assessments of the damage become available.