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Scene of devastation in Sikkim, soldiers washed away due to cloud burst

News On Time Desk 04 October 2023

Delhi: The devastating cloudburst in North Sikkim has sent a wave of shock across the northeastern state. The cloud burst occurred in the upper part of Chungthang in Mangan district. After this, the sudden increase in the water level of Teesta river has created problems for the local people. A flash flood warning has been issued in northern and eastern districts of Sikkim on Wednesday after the water level of Teesta river rose to dangerous levels overnight, officials said. An alert has been issued to all police stations in low-lying areas to ensure the safety of all residents. Some military installations in the valley have been affected and efforts are underway to confirm details. 23 soldiers went missing and some vehicles were reported submerged in mud.

Guwahati Defense PRO said a sudden cloudburst over Lhonak Lake in North Sikkim led to flash flood in Teesta river in Lhonak valley. Some military installations in the valley have been affected and efforts are underway to confirm details. 23 army personnel are reported missing and some vehicles are reported submerged in mud. The search operation is going on.