Srinagar, November 11, 2026: At least 18 people were injured after a Tempo Traveller carrying tourists plunged into a gorge on the Srinagar–Sonamarg road in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Tuesday evening.
The accident occurred near Sumbal Bala in the Gund area, while the vehicle was travelling from Sonamarg towards Srinagar.
Eight injured tourists from Gujarat and West Bengal were referred to the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, for specialised medical treatment.
Tourist Vehicle Falls Nearly 60 Feet Into Gorge
According to initial police reports, the Tempo Traveller reportedly veered off the road near Gund Sumbal Power House and fell approximately 60 feet into a gorge.
The sudden accident left several passengers injured and prompted an immediate rescue operation.
Local residents and police personnel rushed to the scene to help evacuate the injured occupants.
Emergency ambulances were deployed from nearby health facilities.
18 Injured, Eight Referred to SKIMS Srinagar
The injured passengers were initially taken to Primary Health Centre (PHC) Gund, where medical teams provided emergency treatment and assessed their injuries.
Following medical evaluation, eight tourists were transferred to SKIMS Soura in Srinagar for advanced treatment.
Other passengers with comparatively minor injuries remained under medical observation.
Reports differ on the number of patients classified as critical, with some citing six and others eight. Authorities have confirmed that eight patients required referral to SKIMS.
Injured Tourists From Gujarat and West Bengal
The eight tourists referred to SKIMS included visitors from Ahmedabad and Surat in Gujarat and Murshidabad in West Bengal.
Medical reports indicated that some passengers sustained head injuries, while others suffered injuries to the chest and hip.
Officials continued monitoring their conditions after the accident.
No fatalities were confirmed in the reports available on the morning of November 11.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Orders Best Possible Treatment
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed concern over the accident and directed authorities to provide specialised medical assistance.
Sinha spoke with senior officials, the Director of SKIMS and the Deputy Commissioner of Ganderbal to review the situation.
He instructed the hospital administration to ensure appropriate treatment for all injured tourists and expressed hope for their speedy recovery.
Jammu and Kashmir Health Minister Sakina Itoo also contacted SKIMS officials and emphasised the importance of timely medical care.
Police Investigate Cause of Accident
Police have initiated an investigation to determine why the tourist vehicle left the road.
Preliminary reports suggest that excessive speed may have contributed to the accident, but investigators have not confirmed the cause.
Authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Srinagar–Sonamarg highway is a busy tourist route connecting Srinagar with the popular mountain destination of Sonamarg.
Latest Srinagar–Sonamarg Accident Update
As of November 11, 2026, reports confirmed that 18 people were injured in the accident and eight tourists had been transferred to SKIMS for specialised medical care.
Emergency rescue operations were carried out by local residents, police and medical personnel.
The exact cause of the crash remains under investigation.
The incident has renewed attention to road safety on mountain routes frequently used by tourists visiting Kashmir.
Sources: The Indian Express, November 11, 2026; Greater Kashmir, November 10, 2026; India Today, November 10, 2026
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