Baramulla, Jan 9, 2026: Two porters working with the Indian Army died after slipping into a nallah in Upper Gulmarg while heading toward the snow-bound Anita Post.
The deceased:
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Layakat Ahmad Deedard (27) — Masjid Aagan, Chandoosa
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Ishfaq Ahmad Khatana (33) — Pachar, Chandoosa
What Happened
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Incident occurred Thursday during movement to a forward winter-cutoff post
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Both lost balance on a snow-covered, slippery stretch and fell into the nallah
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Army + local rescue teams launched a high-risk search in severe weather
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After sustained overnight efforts, bodies were recovered
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Families have confirmed the recovery; formalities underway
