Several pilgrims injured as Amarnath Yatra bus skids off road in J&K
A bus carrying 39 Amarnath Yatra pilgrims skidded off the road in Ganderbal, Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in injuries to all passengers. Local residents and security personnel rescued the pilgrims, who are currently receiving medical treatment.
Why it matters
The incident highlights safety concerns regarding transportation infrastructure during high-volume religious pilgrimages in mountainous regions.
At least 39 pilgrims undertaking the annual Amarnath Yatra were injured after a speeding bus skidded off the road in the Kangan area of Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Tuesday, officials said, as cited by news agency PTI."Spoke with Deputy Commissioner, Ganderbal and health officials and inquired about the health condition of Shri Amarnathji Yatra pilgrims injured in the unfortunate road accident earlier this morning at Ganiwan, Ganderbal. 39 pilgrims returning after Darshan of Baba Barfani sustained injuries and are currently undergoing treatment at SKIMS.
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