Portion of Thajwas glacier collapses in Sonamarg; One missing, two tourists rescued
According to reports from officials, two tourists and a local resident were caught in the aftermath of the glacier's collapse, with all three falling down as a result.
05:53 PM Jun 02, 2024 IST | GK Web Desk
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Ganderbal, June 02: One person went missing, while two tourists were rescued after a portion of Thajwas glacier collapsed at Sonamarg in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, officials said.
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An official told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the incident happened when tourists were indulging in the scenic beauty of the glacier today afternoon.
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According to reports from officials, two tourists and a local resident were caught in the aftermath of the glacier's collapse, with all three falling down as a result. "Soon after the tourists were rescued while the local is still missing. Search operation is underway to locate him," he said.
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He said that further details will be shared accordingly.
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