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1,000+ Vehicles Stranded in Manali Snowfall; Rescue Ops Intensify

Sudden heavy snowfall in Manali's higher reaches has stranded over a thousand vehicles near the South Portal of the Atal Tunnel. Approximately 40 to 50 tourists are also reported stranded at the Jalori Pass, with police having already rescued two dozen. Deputy Superintendent of Police KD Sharma is personally supervising the operation, employing machinery and urea fertiliser to melt ice and clear the roads. The police have requested assistance from the Border Roads Organisation and public cooperation as efforts continue to evacuate all stranded individuals safely.

Key Points: Manali Snowfall Strands 1,000 Vehicles, Rescue Underway

  • 1,000+ vehicles stranded near Atal Tunnel
  • 40-50 tourists stuck at Jalori Pass
  • Police personally supervising rescue ops
  • Machinery and urea used to clear snow
  • Border Roads Organisation called to assist
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Over 1,000 vehicles stranded in Manali after sudden snowfall; rescue operations underway

Over 1,000 vehicles and dozens of tourists stranded near Atal Tunnel after sudden snowfall in Manali. Police lead rescue, deploying machinery and urea to clear roads.

"I am personally present at the spot... to ensure that all individuals are safely evacuated. - KD Sharma"

Manali, March 15

More than a thousand vehicles are stranded near the South Portal of the Atal Tunnel in Manali due to sudden snowfall, resulting in large-scale police deployment to conduct rescue operations for the past three hours, the police said on Sunday.

After heavy snowfall at higher reaches in Kullu, approximately 40 to 50 tourists are reported to be stranded at the Jalori Pass. The Banjar police have successfully rescued two dozen tourists, and active rescue operations are continuing to reach the remaining individuals.

Manali's Deputy Superintendent of Police, KD Sharma, said that he is personally supervising the rescue operation to ensure the safe evacuation of the stranded individuals.

"I am personally present at the spot with my police team, supervising and managing the ongoing rescue operation. Every possible effort is being made by the police to ensure that all individuals are safely evacuated toward Manali," he said.

Additionally, the police have requested the Border Roads Organisation and other concerned agencies to deploy their teams to the site immediately. The police have requested cooperation from the public during the difficult situation.

"The plan is to clear the snow from the road by using soil, machinery, and, if necessary, urea fertiliser to melt the ice, ensuring that all stranded vehicles and tourists can be safely moved toward Manali. We request everyone to maintain patience and cooperate with the police administration, as the police are always committed to your service and safety," the DSP said.

Further details are awaited as the rescue operation continues.

- ANI

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Priya S
My heart goes out to the tourists, especially families with children. Must be so scary. Thank you DSP Sharma and the entire team for being on the ground. Hope they clear the road with urea quickly. 🤞
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Aman W
While I appreciate the rescue efforts, there's a serious question here about tourist management. So many vehicles at the tunnel portal? Were there no early warnings from the meteorological department? Authorities need to be more proactive, not just reactive.
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Sarah B
Visiting from Canada and was in Manali last week. The terrain is beautiful but can be unpredictable. Sending strength to the rescue workers. Using urea fertiliser to melt ice is a clever local solution!
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Vikram M
Jalori Pass is no joke in bad weather. Tourists often underestimate it. Good to see Banjar police already rescued two dozen. Hope the rest are brought to safety soon. Desi jugaad with urea coming to the rescue! 💪
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Kavya N
Please, if you are a relative of someone stuck, don't panic and flood the helpline numbers with calls. Let the authorities work. Cooperation is key, as the DSP said. Praying for a smooth operation.

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