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flag Heavy snow trapped 350 vehicles and 46 tourists in Sikkim, leading to a successful Indian Army-led rescue operation.

flag Heavy snowfall in Sikkim’s East district on February 22, 2026, stranded around 350 tourist vehicles and 46 tourists near Tsangu, prompting a coordinated rescue by the Indian Army, police, GREF, and locals. flag The Army launched Operation Himrahat, evacuating the tourists to a transit camp at 17th Mile where they received medical checks, warm shelter, hot meals, and heating supplies. flag Over 150 vehicles were relocated to safer areas. flag The operation highlighted the military’s rapid response in extreme mountain conditions, with efforts ongoing to secure remaining vehicles and restore access once roads are cleared.

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