Tragedy strikes in the Himalayas as avalanche kills tourists
Deadly Avalanche Hits Gangtok Outskirts
All the victims were tourists visiting the Himalayan state to soak in its stunning scenery. The disaster struck near Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, on the road to the popular tourist hotspot, Changu Lake.
Police official Tenzing Loden confirmed the avalanche and revealed that at least 70 people are feared trapped beneath the snow.
Sikkim’s Scenic Charm Turns Deadly
Sikkim, known as the “Land of Mystic Splendour,” lies beneath Mount Khangchendzonga—the world’s third highest peak. Its rich culture and biodiversity draw thousands of tourists every year.
The Nathu La pass, bordering China, adds to the region’s allure but also its dangers, as this tragic event shows.
