One Russian National Dead, Six Rescued In Gulmarg Avalanche

In a major tragedy, one Russian national died while six were rescued as an Avalanche hit Gulmarg's Ski Resort in Jammu and Kashmir on 22nd February, Thursday.

Rupanjal Chauhan

22 Feb 2024 19:06 IST

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BY A STAFF REPORTER: In a major tragedy, one Russian national died while six were rescued as an Avalanche hit Gulmarg's Ski Resort in Jammu and Kashmir on 22nd February, Thursday.

Furthermore, the Russian Embassy announced on their X handle that the six Russians were rescued through a joint rescue operation conducted by the Indian Armed Forces and regional administration. It further notified that the Russian Embassy is in constant contact with the Local authorities.

"One skier died, and six others were rescued as a result of the joint operation of the Indian Armed Forces & regional administration. The Embassy of Russia in India maintains constant contact with the local authorities.": Russian Embassy in India https://t.co/sUgMXJYmYD pic.twitter.com/lu9V0iHvPS
— ANI (@ANI) February 22, 2024

The incident occurred at around 2:00 PM when an avalanche hit Gulmarg's Ski Resort, trapping foreigners under snow. Killing one and injuring others.

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