At least 41 road workers are currently unaccounted for following a devastating avalanche in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand, according to local officials. An avalanche struck a Border Roads Organisation (BRO) camp in the remote Mana region, close to the border with Tibet. Police spokesperson IG Nilesh Anand Bharne confirmed that 16 workers have been rescued and are receiving care at a nearby army facility.
The avalanche hit the camp as reports indicate that the region has experienced continuous rainfall over the past two days. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated in a message on social media that rescue efforts are underway, involving teams from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police and the BRO. However, challenging weather conditions are hampering the rescue process.
Colonel Ankur Mahajan of the BRO mentioned that the rescued individuals are being treated, but the severity of their injuries remains unknown. Gaurav Kunwar, a former village council member from Mana, provided insight into the area, highlighting that it is primarily occupied by temporary laborers during winter months. He noted that the camp was full of workers when the avalanche struck.
The India Meteorological Department issued warnings for heavy rainfall and snowfall in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir. Additionally, various districts have received orange alerts concerning potential snowfall, raising concerns for ongoing rescue operations.
The avalanche hit the camp as reports indicate that the region has experienced continuous rainfall over the past two days. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated in a message on social media that rescue efforts are underway, involving teams from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police and the BRO. However, challenging weather conditions are hampering the rescue process.
Colonel Ankur Mahajan of the BRO mentioned that the rescued individuals are being treated, but the severity of their injuries remains unknown. Gaurav Kunwar, a former village council member from Mana, provided insight into the area, highlighting that it is primarily occupied by temporary laborers during winter months. He noted that the camp was full of workers when the avalanche struck.
The India Meteorological Department issued warnings for heavy rainfall and snowfall in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir. Additionally, various districts have received orange alerts concerning potential snowfall, raising concerns for ongoing rescue operations.
