300 Tourists Rescued After Mid-Air Scare on Gulmarg’s Famous Gondola
300 Tourists Rescued After Mid-Air Scare on Gulmarg’s Famous Gondola
Around 300 tourists were safely rescued after a technical snag halted the Gulmarg Gondola mid-air. See how rescue teams worked in tough conditions to save everyone.
It was a terrifying afternoon for nearly 300 tourists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Gulmarg as a sudden technical fault left them suspended mid-air. The famous Gulmarg Gondola, one of the world's highest cable cars, came to a grinding halt on May 25, leaving passengers stuck inside 65 cabins.
The situation quickly turned into a massive multi-agency rescue operation. With the weather playing spoilsport, teams from the Indian Army, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and the local police rushed to the scene. Local volunteers also joined the effort, working tirelessly for hours to reach the stranded tourists.
Videos from the site showed the tense moments as tourists waited inside the suspended cabins, swaying hundreds of feet above the ground. Despite the difficult conditions and the technical complexity of the rescue, officials confirmed that every single passenger was brought back to safety.
In the wake of the incident, authorities have announced that both phases of the popular attraction will remain closed on May 26 and 27. This closure is intended for thorough maintenance and a detailed investigation into the technical snag that caused the mid-air scare.
While the rescue was a success, the event highlights the importance of safety protocols in high-altitude tourist spots. Visitors planning a trip to Gulmarg over the next few days are advised to check for updates on the Gondola's operations before heading out.
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