One Dead, Three Injured as Vehicle Plunges into Deep Gorge in Kupwara’s Manigah

KUPWARA, March 23, 2026 – A tragic road accident in the Manigah area of North Kashmir’s Kupwara district has left one person dead and three others critically injured.

According to preliminary reports, the mishap occurred when a vehicle traveling through the mountainous terrain lost control and skidded off the road, plunging into a deep gorge.

The suddenness of the crash sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the persistent dangers of navigating the region’s challenging and often treacherous road conditions.

Immediately following the accident, local residents and emergency rescue teams launched a swift joint operation to reach the wreckage at the bottom of the ravine.

The three survivors were carefully evacuated from the site and shifted to District Hospital Kupwara, where they are currently undergoing intensive medical treatment for their injuries.

Despite the quick response, one individual succumbed to the impact of the fall before medical help could be administered.Police authorities have officially taken cognizance of the incident and have initiated a formal investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash.

Investigators are currently looking into whether the accident was triggered by a mechanical failure, poor visibility, or the difficult road geometry typical of the Manigah sector.

As the community mourns the loss, officials have once again urged drivers to exercise extreme caution while traversing the steep and winding routes of the Kupwara district.