Katra Reasi, Aug. 31 -- Amid heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir, the office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate in Katra has issued a precautionary order to vacate all commercial hotels and dharmashalas on the stretch from Asia Chowk to Darshani Deodi.

According to the order, the commercial establishments located on the hill from Asia Chowk to Balini Bridge and from Balini Bridge to Darshani Deodl have become vulnerable and may face incidents of landslides in the future.

Speaking to ANI, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Katra Piyush Dhotra said that the order is "preventive and precautionary. It is aimed at ensuring the safety and security of pilgrims, he said.

"This is a preventive and precautionary order given the weather and the incess...