increase the country's strategic store of oil to 90 days, the PMDC put forward a proposal to use the Khewra mines to store strategic oil reserves. Scientific reports confirmed the feasibility of this proposal, but it was turned down. Flooding in 2010 In 2010, during torrential rain all over Pakistan, water from a nearby nullah entered the mine, reaching a depth of two feet (60 cm) and blocking the exits, after which the mine was closed. It was subsequently reopened and remains open. Gallery References External links Khewra Salt Mines – Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation Jhelum District Salt mines in Pakistan Tourist attractions in Jhelum Mining companies of Pakistan Salt museums Mines in Pakistan