Tourists Injured in Ganderbal Road Accident

What Happened

At least 18 tourists from Gujarat and West Bengal suffered injuries after a Tempo Traveller met with an accident on the Srinagar-Sonamarg road. The crash took place at Sumbal Bala in the Ganderbal district. Initial medical help was given at the Primary Health Centre in Sumbal. Officials stated that eight of the injured passengers were in critical condition and needed advanced care.

Reactions and Response

Medical teams shifted the eight critical patients to Srinagar's Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences for specialised treatment. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha instructed officials to make sure the victims receive the best possible medical care. He also shared a post on X to express his prayers for their speedy recovery.

Context

Road accidents in hilly regions often occur due to difficult terrain and vehicle mishaps. Medical facilities like SKIMS serve as major referral centres for advanced trauma care in the region.