Seven tourists were killed and several others are feared trapped after a major avalanche in Sikkim's Nathu La. The avalanche, which occurred around 11.10 AM at the15th milestone on Jawaharlal Nehru Marg connecting Gangtok and Nathula, trapped 25-30 tourists.
Swift rescue operations were launched by Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and 22 people were rescued till now including several from a deep valley.
Nathu La, one of the most important Himalayan passes in the country, is situated on the border with China and is a major tourist destination because of its scenic beauty. It is over 55 kilometres from Gangtok.
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