India News | IAF Base in Ladakh Shelters 21 Civilians After Rain Cuts off Road Link
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. A total of 21 civilians, including five women, who were left stranded after rain and mudslides cut off the road link to Nubra Valley in Ladakh a day ago, were sheltered at the Thoise Air Force Station overnight, officials said on Sunday.
New Delhi, Jul 20 (PTI) A total of 21 civilians, including five women, who were left stranded after rain and mudslides cut off the road link to Nubra Valley in Ladakh a day ago, were sheltered at the Thoise Air Force Station overnight, officials said on Sunday.
The Western Air Command (WAC) of the Indian Air Force shared the update in a post on X.
It also shared some photos showing the state of the road and the group of civilians who had been sheltered at the key base.
"Rain & Mudslides cut off the road link to Nubra Valley yesterday. Despite being affected themselves as well, Air Force Stn Thoise sheltered 21 stranded civilians, including 5 women, for the night. Swift efforts have since restored connectivity," the WAC said in the post.
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