An avalanche struck a Border Roads Organisation (BRO) camp located between Mana and Badrinath in India on Friday morning, trapping 55 workers. The incident occurred between 5:30 am and 6 am, burying the workers inside eight containers and a shed. The Army has been deployed for rescue operations in the affected area.

The BRO camp, situated in a remote area near the Mana Pass in Uttarakhand, was hit by the avalanche, causing a major rescue operation to be launched by the authorities. The workers were reportedly inside the containers and shed when the avalanche struck, leading to fears for their safety. The Army’s quick response aims to rescue the trapped workers and assess the situation on the ground.

Efforts are currently underway to extricate the trapped workers from the debris caused by the avalanche. The Army’s involvement in the rescue operation underscores the severity of the situation. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by those working in remote areas prone to natural disasters like avalanches.