GANGTOK, April 22: The Indian Army on Tuesday carried out a rescue operation to evacuate stranded tourists and local residents after sudden heavy snowfall triggered a massive traffic jam in East Sikkim.
Officials said the operation was launched on Tuesday evening along the Jawaharlal Nehru Road, a key route connecting higher-altitude areas, where vehicles were left immobilised due to accumulating snow.
The rescue effort was conducted in coordination with the General Reserve Engineer Force and Sikkim Police, with personnel working under adverse weather conditions to ensure the safe evacuation of those affected.
Authorities stated that the timely intervention helped clear the congestion and restore normal vehicular movement towards Gangtok.
Officials added that coordinated action between multiple agencies was critical in preventing further disruption and ensuring public safety in the high-altitude region.
