Chamoli Avalanche: 32 Rescued, 25 Still Trapped as Rescue Operations Continue

By A Staff Reporter

Chamoli, Uttarakhand – A massive avalanche struck near Badrinath Dham in Chamoli district, prompting large-scale rescue operations. According to the Uttarakhand Disaster Management Department, as of 5:00 pm, 32 people had been safely rescued, while 25 remain trapped.

Rescue teams, including the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and local authorities, are working on a war footing to evacuate those still stranded in the snow-covered terrain. The avalanche occurred approximately 6 km ahead of Badrinath Dham, a popular pilgrimage site, making the rescue efforts particularly challenging due to difficult weather conditions and rough terrain.