VoL Desk, April 16: In a breaking development, a deadly snow avalanche has hit the Zojila Pass, burying several vehicles under the snow near Shaitan Nala. The incident has caused widespread panic and concern among locals and travelers in the area.

The exact number of vehicles buried under the snow is currently unknown, and rescue operations are underway to locate and evacuate any survivors.

The Kargil Police and BRO were deployed at Minamarg, where they successfully rescued six individuals who were trapped in the avalanche. Additionally, they were able to recover vehicles that had been buried by the massive snowslide at Shaitan Nallah, tweeted SSP Kargil, Anayat Ali Chowdhary.

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The Zojila Pass, located at an altitude of over 11,000 feet, is a crucial road link connecting the Kashmir Valley to Ladakh. The pass is known for its treacherous terrain and extreme weather conditions, making it prone to natural disasters such as avalanches, landslides and shooting stones.

More details on the incident are awaited, and the authorities are closely monitoring the situation.