Seven killed as avalanche hits mountain pass near Indian-controlled Kashmir


NEW DELHI (Xinhua): At least seven people died and five were injured when an avalanche hit the Zojila Pass, a high mountain pass close to the Indian-controlled Kashmir, a local official confirmed Saturday.

Several vehicles were also trapped under the debris after the natural disaster. The mishap left the highway completely blocked, media reports said.

According to the latest reports, rescue work had been completed as the dead bodies were recovered and the injured were admitted to a local hospital. 

-- XINHUA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
India , Kashmir , avalanche , 7 people , killed

Next In Aseanplus News

Asean news headlines as of 10pm on Friday (May 22)
Ho Chi Minh City police dismantle inter-provincial drug ring, arrest 140
Cambodia releases rare crocodiles into Srepok River to support species recovery
Taxi driver named suspect in Indonesian rail tragedy as transport panel points to signalling flaws
Two Australian suspects in HCM City wanted for murder flee to Tay Ninh
Japanese fugitive faces deportation from Philippines after arrest for fraud, theft
Singapore Senior Minister of State Koh Poh Koon steps down from public office
Thailand and Japan discuss transnational crime and crackdown on scam network
Indonesia extends work-from-home policy amid West Asia tensions
Laos, Japan reaffirm close ties during courtesy visit to Crown Prince Akishino

Others Also Read