An army vehicle fell into a 400-foot-deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district on Thursday, killing 10 soldiers.

The army officer said there were 21 soldiers in the vehicle. Eleven seriously injured were airlifted to the Udhampur Military Hospital.

According to the official, the accident occurred at Khanni Top on the Bhaderwah-Chamba interstate road. The soldiers were on their way to a post located in an upland area when the driver lost control of the vehicle.

The Lieutenant Governor said – I am saddened by the accident

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said, “I am saddened by this tragedy. At this hour, the entire nation stands in solidarity and support with the bereaved families.”

Deeply saddened at the loss of lives of 10 of our brave Indian Army soldiers in an unfortunate road accident in Doda. We will always remember the outstanding service and supreme sacrifice of our brave soldiers. My deepest condolences to the grieving families.

— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) January 22, 2026

The injured soldiers have been airlifted to the hospital. Senior officers have been instructed to ensure the best possible treatment. I pray for their speedy recovery.

Meanwhile, former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti said, “I am deeply saddened to hear the tragic news from Doda. My deepest condolences are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.”

Deeply saddened to hear the tragic news from Doda, where an Army vehicle met with an accident, claiming the lives of 10 brave soldiers and leaving several others injured. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, and prayers for the swift recovery of the injured.

— Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) January 22, 2026

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed grief 

Deeply saddened by the tragic road accident in Doda in which we lost 10 brave soldiers of the Indian Army. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.

The injured soldiers are receiving medical care and all necessary directions have been given to ensure the best possible…

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 22, 2026

Doda Deputy Commissioner (DC) Harvinder Singh provided an update on the Doda road accident incident, which resulted in the death of 10 army personnel on Thursday.
Speaking to reporters, the Deputy Commissioner of Doda stated that the presence of snow on the Bhaderwah-Chamba road was a primary cause behind this tragic accident.
He stated that out of the 11 injured jawans, ten have been airlifted to the Command Hospital in Udhampur for treatment. The DC of Doda further noted that the mortal remains of the deceased soldiers have been sent to their families.

Leaders Expressed Grief

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his sadness and grief to the incident. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi Said:

Deeply anguished by the mishap in Doda, in which we have lost our brave army personnel. Their service to the nation will be remembered forever. May the injured recover at the earliest. All possible support is being provided to those affected.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 22, 2026

Minister of External Affairs poured Condolences to the Incident:

Deeply saddened by the tragic incident in Doda, Jammu & Kashmir that claimed the lives of our valiant soldiers.

My condolences to the bereaved families. Prayers for the swift recovery of those injured.

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) January 22, 2026