The district administration of Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri region has declared Badhaal village as 'containment zone' following the deaths of 17 people from three families.

An order in connection with the matter was issued by District Magistrate Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, which prohibited all gatherings in the region.

"The designated officials will oversee and monitor all meals provided to families within the containment zone," read an order as quoted by UNI in its report.

A Special Investigation Team is already probing the incident on the spot.

The order said all families where deaths have occurred should be declared a Containment Zone.

The houses of the affected families will be sealed.

According to reports, entry into the houses will be strictly prohibited for all individuals, including family members, unless authorized by designated officials.