Srinagar, Feb. 9 -- Little did they know that the fateful day would test their courage and resilience like never before.

It was a crisp Monday morning when Alee and Mir set out with their snowboard and ski equipment to glide over snowy mountains.

As they glided down the slopes, the tranquillity of the mountains began to betray them.

Without any prior indication, a deafening roar shattered the stillness, echoing through the valleys like a thunderous beast unleashed.

In an instant, Alee and Mir found themselves engulfed in a maelstrom of ice and snow.

"We were five people including two skiers of Slovakia who went out for skiing and snowboarding. While we were descending from the phase second, we were trapped in a snow avalanche, which ...