India, Feb. 16 -- An avalanche blocked the Bhaderwah-Pathankot inter-state road in Doda district on Sunday evening, leaving dozens of vehicles stranded, even as authorities confirmed the reopening of the Bhaderwah-Bani-Basohli national highway after an extensive snow clearance operation.

According to police officials, the avalanche struck between Thanthera and Guldanda, about 18 kilometres from Bhaderwah town, around 5 pm. No casualties were reported in the incident. More than 250 tourist vehicles had crossed the Guldanda stretch - a popular winter destination - before the snow slide occurred. However, several vehicles belonging to local vendors were left stranded. Men and machinery were pressed into service to clear the road, and offici...