Sinthan Pass Rescue Operation Concludes: All 150 Stranded Vehicles Safely Evacuated

Sinthan Pass Rescue Operation Concludes: All 150 Stranded Vehicles Safely Evacuated
Sinthan Top, Jammu & Kashmir – A large-scale rescue operation at Sinthan Pass has been successfully completed, with all approximately 150 vehicles and their occupants, who were stranded due to adverse weather conditions, now safely evacuated. The joint efforts of the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) and the local administration have ensured the smooth and secure escort of all vehicles from Sinthan Top towards Daksum.
The operation, which was necessitated by heavy snowfall and inclement weather, saw a coordinated response from the on-ground teams. NHIDCL, responsible for maintaining critical high-altitude road networks, played a pivotal role alongside the local administration in managing the challenging terrain and ensuring the well-being of the stranded individuals.
“We are pleased to inform that the rescue operation for approximately 150 vehicles stranded at Sinthan Pass has been successfully completed,” stated a joint release from NHIDCL and the administration. “All vehicles are now being safely escorted and brought down from Sinthan Top towards Daksum. The situation is under control, and all necessary measures have been taken to ensure the safety of the passengers.”
This successful evacuation highlights the preparedness and dedication of the rescue teams in responding to emergencies in the region’s difficult mountainous areas. Authorities extended their appreciation to the public for their cooperation and patience throughout the operation.
Commuters are advised to continue monitoring weather forecasts and official advisories before planning travel through high-altitude passes like Sinthan Top, as weather conditions can change rapidly.