Uttrakhand avalanche: Several BRO labourers trapped near Mana in Chamoli, CM Dhami says 16 rescued
February 28, 2025
A massive avalanche struck near Mana in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district on Friday, trapping at least 57 labourers working with the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). The incident occurred in a high-altitude area near the India-China border, where BRO personnel were engaged in road construction work. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami confirmed that 16 workers have been rescued so far. He assured that all necessary preparations are in place and that rescue efforts are being carried out with the support of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), district administration, and other agencies.
