Recently, on March 27th, a massive avalanche caused devastation at the Zojila Pass, which connects Ladakh with Jammu and Kashmir. This incident occurred during the afternoon. Seven people have died so far, and five others are seriously injured. It is believed that cars are buried under the thick layer of snow, so the injured people may also be trapped under this layer. This incident occurred when the area was experiencing heavy snowfall and the weather was very poor.
A person who witnessed the incident reported that the avalanche was so severe that it suddenly engulfed several passenger and cargo vehicles within moments. Upon receiving information about the incident, the administration launched relief and rescue operations to safely evacuate those trapped in the snow.
Indian Army personnel, local police forces, and administrative teams are engaged in rescuing those trapped under the snow. An NDRF team has also reached the scene and is engaged in the rescue operation. The high altitude of Zojila Pass, the extreme cold, and the inclement weather, coupled with continuous snowfall, pose a significant challenge.
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Government officials said the accident occurred on Friday, March 27, in the afternoon near Zojila’s Zero Point. After rescue operations that continued until evening, 12 people were pulled out of the snow, of which seven were dead and five were hospitalized. The deceased have been identified as residents of Kargil and Ladakh. Traffic on the route has now been completely closed, and debris is being cleared.
Lieutenant Governor Vinay Kumar Saxena expressed grief over the accident, posting on “X” and said: “He has directed the DC and SSP of Kargil to immediately reach the spot and oversee the relief work. All government agencies and the BRO have been put on high alert.”
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