Tragedy Strikes in Badrinath: Avalanche Engulfs BRO Workers, NDRF Leads Search and Rescue Operations

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A tragedy has struck in the Badrinath region of Uttarakhand, where an avalanche buried several BRO workers under snow. The NDRF has been quick to respond, sending four teams to search for survivors. While 32 workers have been rescued, over 40 remain unaccounted for, and the rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate them.

The workers had been engaged in the construction of important infrastructure in the area when the avalanche occurred. The event was sudden, and rescue operations were initiated immediately after the disaster was reported.

With weather conditions worsening, the rescue teams are battling freezing temperatures, high winds, and limited visibility. Specialized equipment such as snowplows and drones are being used to assist in the operation. A team of doctors has also been flown in to provide immediate medical care to the rescued workers.

The authorities are hopeful that more survivors will be found as the rescue operation continues, and they are doing everything they can to ensure the safety of those still trapped.

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Jitendra Kumar

Jitendra Kumar is an Indian journalist and social activist from Hathras in Uttar Pradesh is known as the senior journalist and founder of Xpert Times Network Private Limited.