Over 40 Missing After Avalanche in Uttarakhand

An avalanche in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district has left more than 40 construction workers missing following heavy snowfall. Initial reports indicated that 57 workers were trapped when the avalanche struck a labor site operated by the Border Roads Organisation. Rescue efforts are ongoing but hampered by severe weather conditions, including heavy snow and strong winds, which have blocked roads and limited helicopter access. So far, at least 15 workers have been rescued, while five individuals are reported to be in serious condition. Environmental concerns regarding climate change and rapid development in the region have heightened fears of such disasters, as past incidents have resulted in significant loss of life. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his sadness over the incident and is closely monitoring the rescue operations.