Landslides Strand 1,600 Tourists in Sikkim’s Lachen, Army Launches Rescue

Brief By Hindustan Times / 2:06 PM on 09 Apr 2026

Around 1,600 tourists remain stranded in Sikkim’s Lachen after landslides disrupted a key road linking the area to Mangan. The Indian Army launched rescue operation “Himsetu,” evacuating nearly 150 people so far. Heavy snowfall and adverse weather continue to hamper efforts, while authorities work to restore connectivity and assist stranded visitors in the region.