The avalanche buried many vehicles under deep levels of snow near Zero Point, killing seven occupants on the scene Union Minister Jitendra Singh expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and confirmed the casualties.
By CNBCTV18.com March 28, 2026, 1:27:21 PM IST (Updated)
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At least seven people lost their lives, and five others were injured after an avalanche struck vehicles near the Dayal slide area at Zojila Pass in Ladakh on Friday, March 27.
The sudden natural disaster trapped several vehicles under ice, prompting an immediate large-scale rescue operation. The tragic event occurred at an elevation of 3,580 metres on the vital Srinagar-Leh highway, temporarily closing the critical route connecting Jammu and Kashmir to Ladakh.
The avalanche buried many vehicles under deep levels of snow near Zero Point, killing seven occupants on the scene and rescuing five passengers who were injured.
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J????️FFERY:A snow avalanche occurred near Zojila Pass, The road is blocked, and rescue teams are working to clear it. pic.twitter.com/ocbUrOLHhF— JAFFERY (@Jaffery44181685) March 27, 2026
Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena stated that he had directed officials, including the Deputy Commissioner and Senior Superintendent of Police of Kargil, to reach the site immediately and oversee rescue and relief efforts.
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In a post on X, he 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.”
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…
— LG Ladakh (@lg_ladakh) March 27, 2026
Union Minister Jitendra Singh expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and confirmed the casualties. Offering condolences to the families of the victims, he assured that all necessary medical assistance is being provided to those injured in the incident.
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“Saddened to learn about the tragic death of 7 persons and injuries to 5 after an avalanche hit the vehicle at Zojila pass. My sincere condolences to the bereaved families. All required assistance is being provided to the injured,” Singh said.
Saddened to learn about the tragic death of 7 persons and injuries to 5 after avalanche hit the vehicle at Zojila pass.
My sincere condolences to the bereaved families. All required assistance being provided to the injured.
— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) March 27, 2026
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also expressed grief over the incident and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.
Chief Minister 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.
— Office of Chief Minister, J&K (@CM_JnK) March 27, 2026
Rescue and relief efforts are ongoing, and authorities in the region remain on high alert. Further information on this matter is awaited.
(Edited by : Sudarsanan Mani)
First Published:
Mar 28, 2026 1:18 PM
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