On the evening of June 1, 2025, at approximately 7 PM, a catastrophic landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall, struck the Indian Army military camp at Chaten in District Lachen. The Indian Army promptly initiated rescue operations, displaying unparalleled commitment and resilience in the face of adversity.
Four individuals have been rescued with minor injuries, while the mortal remains of three brave personnel—Havaldar Lakhwinder Singh, Lance Naik Munish Thakur and Porter Abhishek Lakhada—have been recovered.
Rescue teams are relentlessly working around the clock under extremely challenging terrain and adverse weather conditions to locate and rescue the six personnel who remain missing.
The Indian Army expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the brave hearts who lost their lives in this unfortunate incident. Every effort is being made to provide necessary support to the bereaved families in this hour of grief.
The Indian Army remains steadfast in its commitment to ensure the safety and well-being of all its personnel, demonstrating its unyielding spirit and dedication to duty even in the face of nature’s fury.
Sikkim Landslide updates:
Four personnel with minor injuries have been rescued. Mortal remains of Havildar Lakhwinder Singh, Lance Naik Munish Thakur and Porter Abhishek Lakhada recovered.
Rescue operations for six missing people continue.
Lieutenant General Zubin Minawalla, GOC Trishakti Corps, visited the site to oversee rescue efforts.
(PRO Defence)
