7 Killed after vehicle plunges into deep ravine in Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh
At least 7 people were killed after a vehicle plunged into a deep ravine in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday, officials said.
According to reports, the vehicle lost control on a hilly stretch of road and fell into a gorge, resulting in multiple fatalities on the spot. Local residents and rescue teams rushed to the scene immediately after the accident was reported.
Police and emergency responders carried out rescue operations in difficult terrain, retrieving the bodies from the ravine. The deceased were shifted for post-mortem examination, officials said.
The exact cause of the accident is yet to be confirmed, though such incidents are often linked to narrow mountain roads, sharp bends and challenging driving conditions in the region.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Further details, including the identities of the victims, are awaited.
The accident once again highlights the recurring issue of road safety in Himachal Pradesh’s hilly districts, where similar tragedies have been reported in the past.
