Srinagar, March 27, 2026 : A devastating avalanche struck a passenger vehicle at Zojila Pass on Friday, leaving seven people dead and five others injured, officials confirmed.
According to authorities, the vehicle was hit by a massive snow slide, resulting in on-the-spot deaths of seven occupants, while others sustained injuries.
Rescue Operations in Full Swing
- 🚨 Rescue teams rushed to the site immediately
- 🏥 Injured shifted to nearby medical facilities
- ❄️ Efforts ongoing to retrieve bodies and clear debris
Authorities said that rescue and clearance operations are still underway, with teams working under challenging weather and terrain conditions.
Administration on High Alert
Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena expressed grief over the incident and directed:
- DC and SSP of Kargil to rush to the site
- Immediate mobilisation of relief and rescue operations
All concerned agencies, including disaster response forces and the Border Roads Organisation, have been placed on high alert.
“I am personally monitoring the situation,” the LG stated.
Situation Ongoing
Further details are awaited as authorities continue operations in the avalanche-hit area.
