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Rajnath Singh Praises Successful Rescue of Tourists in Gulmarg
Rajnath Singh lauds 'swift, professional' rescue of Gulmarg tourists
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commended the coordinated rescue efforts that saved approximately 300 tourists stranded in cable cars in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, after a technical malfunction. The operation involved multiple agencies and showcased exceptional professionalism and efficiency.
- 01The rescue operation involved the Indian Army, J&K Police, NDRF, SDRF, and civil administration.
- 02Around 300 tourists were stranded for about six hours due to a technical malfunction affecting 62 of the 65 cable cars.
- 03A total of 286 individuals were evacuated, with 148 rescued from one side and 138 from the other.
- 04Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the courage and coordination of disaster response agencies in his 'X' post.
- 05The operation was praised as a reflection of the nation's commitment to effective disaster management.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed his admiration for the successful rescue operation that saved around 300 tourists stranded in cable cars in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, following a technical malfunction. The incident occurred when several Gondola cabins became stuck mid-air for approximately six hours. In a post on 'X', Singh acknowledged the joint efforts of various agencies, including the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and civil administration, noting their efficiency and resolve. He emphasized that the successful evacuation of 286 people demonstrated the swiftness, professionalism, courage, and coordination of the country's disaster response teams. The operation involved the evacuation of 148 individuals from one side of the Gondola system and 138 from the other, showcasing a well-coordinated multi-agency response to a challenging situation.
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The successful rescue operation ensured the safety of tourists and demonstrated the effectiveness of local disaster response agencies.
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