In a terrible natural disaster in the northeastern state of Sikkim, three Indian Army men were killed and six others remain missing after a major landslide in the Chaten area of Mangan district late Sunday night. The sad occurrence occurred when a landslide, caused by a rise in the water level of the Lachen River, struck an Army camp, pushing heavy rubble and stones down the hillside.
Rescue and relief operations are underway. According to Arun Thatal, the Sub-Divisional Police Officer for Chungthang, "The avalanche struck straight at an army camp. Three soldiers' remains were found from the wreckage. The hunt for the six missing troops is still on." At least four more soldiers were injured and were immediately transported to a neighboring military medical facility. Despite severe terrain and weather circumstances, rescue teams such as Army search units, NDRF members, and local police are performing significant operations.
Emotional tributes pour in. The event has sparked widespread sadness across the country. Congress leader and MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed her sincere condolences on social media, writing: "The news of our men being killed in a landslide in Sikkim is devastating. The nation will always be grateful to the brave hearts and their families." In a brief statement, the Indian Army confirmed the loss of its troopers and reiterated its utmost efforts to locate the missing soldiers.
A region prone to fragile terrain. Sikkim, a Himalayan state famed for its magnificent but fragile landscape, is frequently hit by landslides during the pre-monsoon and monsoon seasons. Experts believe that deforestation, road expansion, and shifting climate patterns have increased the frequency and severity of such occurrences. The Chaten area, which is close to the Chinese border and popular among trekkers and defense installations, has been increasingly vulnerable in recent years.
The government monitors the situation. The Ministry of Defence and the State Disaster Management Authority are apparently working together to ensure a prompt reaction and long-term safety measures. Sikkim's Chief Minister is expected to visit the impacted site after reviewing weather permission.
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