Avalanches at Zoji La cross: 7 killed, 5 injured in Ladakh; Srinagar-Leh freeway blocked | India News

NEW DELHI: At least seven folks had been killed and several other others had been injured after an avalanche struck Zoji La in Ladakh on Friday.The avalanches hit the stretch between Zero Point and Minimarg, leaving a number of autos trapped underneath the particles, they mentioned. It additionally blocked the Srinagar-Leh freeway.Rescue and reduction efforts are underway following the incident.Ladakh’s lieutenant governor in a put up on X mentioned, “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&Okay CM workplace additionally expressed deep sorrow over the tragic lack of lives and prolonged heartfelt condolences to the bereaved households and prayed for the speedy restoration of the injured.