April 21, 2025 03:35 pm (IST)

Sikkim: One soldier missing in avalanche in Lugnak La
Gangtok/UNI: At least 17 Indian Army Jawans were hit by an avalanche ,while clearing snow in North Sikkim.
This incident took place at Lugnak La at 5035 metres altitude on Thursday .
Immediate rescue operation was initiated.
One Jawan and an officer could not be traced, while the rest have been rescued by Army.
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