Sikkim : A huge avalanche struck Jawaharlal Nehru Marg early this morning in East Sikkim, leading to the deaths of at least seven people. Dozens of tourists are feared to be trapped in the avalanche. Emergency rescue operations are currently underway, launched by Border Roads Organisation. Approximately 350 individuals and 80 vehicles which were stranded on the road due to snow blockage from Nathula were also brought back by officials.
On the other hand, the injured were immediately brought to a hospital in the state capital Gangtok. "Rescue and clearance operations are still on," a senior police official said.
Nathula Pass is situated on the border with China and is a major tourist destination because of its picturesque beauty.