Sikkim Resilience: A Year After the Glacial Lake Outburst

The first anniversary of the Sikkim glacial lake outburst flood, which claimed over 40 lives, was observed. Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang reflected on the tragedy, expressing gratitude to the Indian Army and others for their support during the crisis, while honoring the memory of the lost lives.

Friday marked the first anniversary of the deadly glacial lake outburst flood in Sikkim, which resulted in the loss of over 40 lives.

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang took to social media, paying tribute to those affected while commending the resilience of survivors. He acknowledged the unwavering support from various agencies, including the central government and the Indian Army.

The tragic incident occurred when the Lhonak Lake burst, flooding the Teesta River and impacting four districts. With damages surpassing Rs 10,000 crore, the Centre provided substantial financial aid to aid reconstruction efforts.