SIKKIM :- On 04 Apr 23 at about 11.10 AM, a massive avalanche hit the Gangtok-Natu La JNM Road near MS 15. Approximately 5-6 vehicles along with 20-30 tourists on way to Natu La are feared to have been buried under the snow. Troops of Trishakti Corps, Indian Army and team of BRO Project SWASTIK swung into action immediately and launched an all-out rescue mission. 
27 tourists rescued including 7 from deep valley and shifted to nearby medical facilities of Indian Army. Unfortunately, all seven persons have succumbed to injuries.
Search and rescue mission for the balance persons are underway by the Army, State Disaster Management Team and Police. In addition, 350 stranded tourists and 80 vehicles rescued after snow clearance from road.
Def PRO, Guwahati
