Indian Army troops rescued 46 stranded tourists following heavy snowfall and extreme weather conditions in high-altitude areas of Sikkim’s East district, a defence statement said on Monday.
Several tourist vehicles were stuck along vulnerable road stretches in the district during the intense intense snowfall in sub-zero temperatures.
Indian army troops moved swiftly to the affected locations and launched rescue operations under ‘Operation Himrahat’.
“A total of 46 tourists were safely rescued and shifted to the nearest Army camp, where they were medically examined and provided with warm shelter, hot meals, heating arrangements and essential relief materials to mitigate the effects of extreme cold and altitude-related stress,” it said.
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The stranded tourists were evacuated and shifted to the nearest Army camp, where they were provided immediate medical examination and necessary care. The tourists were also ensured warm shelter, hot meals, heating arrangements, and essential relief materials to withstand the extreme cold and altitude stress.
According to the statement, the Army also facilitated the safe and orderly movement of more than 150 tourist vehicles to secure locations. Troops regulated traffic movement in difficult terrain, preventing panic and further exposure to extreme weather conditions.
Despite facing harsh high-altitude terrain and freezing temperatures, Army personnel remained fully alert and responsive throughout the operation.
