Tragic Gorge Plunge: Rescue Efforts in Ladakh

A passenger vehicle skidded off a road near Gumri in Kargil, Ladakh, resulting in two fatalities and injuring 15 others. The accident occurred early in the morning en route to Srinagar. A joint rescue effort by police, army, and volunteers was launched, with eight seriously injured.

A passenger vehicle experienced a tragic accident near Gumri in Kargil district, Ladakh, early Wednesday morning. The vehicle skidded off the road, plunging into a gorge, and resulting in the tragic deaths of two individuals and injuries to 15 others.

The tempo traveller was on its way to Srinagar from Drass when the incident occurred around 5:45 am. In response, a swift rescue operation was launched by policemen, army personnel, and local volunteers.

Officials reported that two passengers were found dead on the spot. The 15 injured individuals were quickly transported to a nearby hospital, where the condition of eight victims is considered serious.

(With inputs from agencies.)