SRINAGAR, Aug. 22 -- On 14th August 2025, a devastating cloudburst struck Chosoti village, District Kishtwar, during the Machail Mata Yatra. The tragedy left over 100 pilgrims injured, 67 confirmed dead, and more than 100 still missing. Rescue operations are ongoing to retrieve the bodies of missing pilgrims.

Immediately after the incident, a call was received at the 108 control room from 108 Area Operation Manager Viqar Lone and EMT Sunil Kumar, who was already on yatra duty at Chosoti along with Pilot Arif Rashid. One of the 108 ambulances was already deployed at the site for first aid and was present at the incident spot, ensuring a rapid initial response.Realizing the gravity of the situation and the large number of casualties, 14 am...