Avalanche at Zoji La pass: Several feared dead in Ladakh, Srinagar-Leh highway blocked | India News

Avalanche at Zoji La pass: Several feared dead in Ladakh, Srinagar-Leh highway blocked

NEW DELHI: At least seven people were killed and several others were injured after an avalanche struck Zoji La in Ladakh on Friday.The avalanche also blocked the Srinagar-Leh highway, affecting movement in the area.Rescue and relief efforts are underway following the incident.Ladakh’s lieutenant governor in a post on X said, “Heard the unfortunate news of an avalanche at Zoji La. I have directed the DC & SSP of Kargil to visit the spot immediately and mobilise relief and rescue operations. All government agencies including disaster relief forces and BRO have been put on high alert. I am personally monitoring the situation.”J&K CM office also expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in an avalanche at Zojila Pass today. He extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.

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