Video: Cars Abandoned, Tourists Stranded Near Atal Tunnel Amid Snowfall

More than 1,000 vehicles have been stranded near the Atal Tunnel outside Manali since Sunday night, after heavy snowfall and ice formation on roads brought traffic to a complete halt for the second consecutive day.

16 Mar, 18:33 — 16 Mar, 18:38

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Why this matters

The Atal Tunnel is a crucial all-weather route connecting Manali to Lahaul and Spiti Valley, significantly reducing travel time. Incidents like this highlight the challenges of maintaining connectivity in extreme weather conditions and the risks faced by tourists in such regions.

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What sources agree on

Over 1,000 vehicles were stranded near the Atal Tunnel due to heavy snowfall
Tourists were stranded overnight in the affected areas
Rescue operations were conducted by authorities

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More than 1,000 vehicles were stranded near the Atal Tunnel

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Tourists were stranded overnight

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Police and BRO conducted a joint rescue operation

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Mention of the operation being a joint effort by police and BRO (Border Roads Organisation)

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Specific mention of Lahaul-Spiti as an affected area

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Information about traffic coming to a complete halt for the second consecutive day

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual41d ago

Atal Tunnel chaos: 1,000+ vehicles stranded overnight as snow blocks Manali highway — watch

Thousands of tourists were rescued after being stranded by heavy snowfall near Atal Tunnel and in Lahaul-Spiti. A joint operation by police and BRO worked tirelessly to guide over 1,000 vehicles back to Manali. The region experienced significant snowfall, causing road blockages and a sharp drop in temperatures, with more weather alerts issued.

By ROHIT MULLICK

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ndtvMostly Factual41d ago