Search operation for 105 missing people in flash flood hit Sikkim still continues; Death toll rises to 33

In Sikkim, death toll from flash floods has gone up to 33 including 9 Army personnel. According to Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) 105 people are still missing. 2563 people have been rescued so far and around 6847 persons have taken shelter in 28 relief camps. A total of 1320 houses were severely damaged. 

Troops of TriShakti Corps of Indian Army continue to search for the missing soldiers. Out of 23, one was rescued alive on 4th October, and 8 bodies have been identified till now. Search for remaining missing Soldiers continues.

Troops of TriShakti



Corps are also providing assistance to 1700 tourists stranded in areas of Lachen, Lachung, Thangu and Chungthang in North Sikkim. Food, medical aid, communication facility is being provided. With the weather remaining inclement, Indian Army is making all efforts to keep the Tourists safe till they are evacuated.

The Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) under the Ministry of Home, Government of India,  is in the state to evaluate damages caused by natural calamities. SSDMA official confirmed that IMCT reached Gangtok yesterday late night.