1. Sikkim seeks urgent Indian Air Force (IAF) help to airlift 1,400 stranded tourists.
2. Torrential rains caused severe infrastructure damage.
3. Roads and bridges washed away, making areas inaccessible.
Gangtok, June 15: The Sikkim government has sought urgent assistance from the Indian Air Force (IAF) to airlift approximately 1,400 tourists stranded in North Sikkim due to major landslides caused by heavy rainfall.
The torrential rains have resulted in severe infrastructure damage, washing away roads and bridges, leaving many areas inaccessible and tourists unable to continue their journeys or return to safer locations.
In response, the state government has requested the IAF to deploy helicopters and other resources to evacuate the stranded individuals.
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Efforts are underway to provide immediate relief and ensure the safety of those affected, with local authorities coordinating with the IAF for swift rescue operations.
The Sikkim government is also working on restoring the damaged infrastructure to reopen routes and prevent further disruptions.
Meanwhile, officials urge residents and visitors to exercise caution and follow safety advisories.
