9 soldiers killed after vehicle plunges into gorge in Ladakh

The Centre Government expressed condolences for the deaths of Indian Army personnel in an accident in Ladakh, close to Leh, on Saturday, saying that the entire country stands with the grieving families.



Defence authorities claim that when their vehicle crashed into a canyon in Ladakh, up to nine members of the Indian Army were killed and one wounded.

Officials estimate that the collision happened approximately 6.30 p.m. "The troops were moving from the Karu garrison to Kyari near Leh," they stated.

Many politicians expressed their grief on social media platform X, previously known as Twitter, writing, "Deeply saddened by the tragic road accident in Ladakh in which we lost our valiant soldiers as their vehicle fell into a gorge." In this hour of mourning, the entire country stands shoulder to shoulder with the grieving families. My heartfelt condolences go out to them. May the injured recover as soon as possible."

The country will be eternally grateful for their service. My heartfelt sympathies go out to the departed families. May the Almighty provide them the fortitude to withstand this suffering. "I am praying for the injured to recover quickly."