On Tuesday, April 4, 2023, the Indian Army issued a statement saying: A massive avalanche hit around 11:10 am near the Nathu La gorge in the northeastern state of Sikkim. Flowing into the road linking Na Thu La and Gangtok. Capital city of Sikkim As a result, 7 tourists were killed and 13 were injured.
Tenzing Loden Lepcha, a senior army official, said They rescued at least 20 survivors after cars traveling through the Natula Gorge were hit by an avalanche. Some survivors are in critical condition. while the rescue operation continues
However, avalanches at this time of year are unusual. According to the Lepcha officials. This is caused by unseasonal rain and snow in the area.
The military statement said that They saved 350 more tourists from more than 80 cars after clearing snow from the streets.
