Indian army rescues 300 tourists stranded in North Sikkim's landslide chaos

The Indian Army's Trishakti Corps successfully rescued 300 stranded tourists on the morning of June 18. These tourists were stranded in the picturesque region of Lachung and Lachen due to treacherous landslides and road blocks.

Having tirelessly assisted tourists the previous day, the troops of the Striking Lion Division, Trishakti Corps, were fully prepared to continue their rescue efforts. By 11 AM, all 300 tourists were safely guided across a temporary bridge, facilitating their onward journey towards Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim. The Indian Army troops ensured that the stranded visitors were provided with essential provisions such as food, resting places, and medical assistance.

However, amidst the evacuation process, a sudden medical emergency arose. At 12:15 PM, one individual fell unconscious, prompting an immediate response from the Army Medical team. Acting swiftly, the medical team evacuated the patient using an ambulance and stretcher, promptly transferring them to the nearest Army Field Hospital for urgent treatment. As of now, the patient's medical condition is reported to be stable.