Siliguri, 09th October: The personnel of the Trishakti Corps of the Indian Army continue its search and rescue operations for the soldiers and individuals missing in the disastrous flash floods in Sikkim. In addition, the army is also providing assistance to stranded tourists.
As per reports, the personnel of the Trishakti Corps is providing assistance to 1700 tourists, including 63 foreign nationals, stranded in areas of Lachen, Lachung, Thangu, and Chungthang in North Sikkim. Food, medical aid, and communication facilities are being provided by the army. With the weather remaining inclement, the army is making all efforts to keep the Tourists safe until they are evacuated.