At least seven tourists have been killed by an avalanche that buried a road near Gangtok, Sikkim.

Footage from April 4 shows officials trying to find survivors. It's estimated that around 70 people were trapped by the avalanche.

The incident occurred on a road connecting Gangtok to Nathula.

At least 7 tourists were killed and dozen injured after an avalanche struck the Gangtok - Nathu La road in sikkim around afternoon according to army.
An estimated 20-30 tourists were feared to be trapped under the snow along with five six vehicles, thr army added

RESCUE MISSION BY INDIAN ARMY, STATE DISASTER MANAGEMENT TEAM AND POLICE UNDERWAY

Troops of Trishakti Corps, Indian Army and team of BRO Project SWASTIK swung into action immediately and launched an all-out rescue mission.

23 tourists rescued till 4 PM including 6 from deep valley and shifted to nearby medical facilities of Indian Army. Unfortunately, seven persons have succumbed. Search and rescue mission for the balance persons are underway by the Army, State Disaster Management Team and Police. In addition, 350 stranded tourists and 80 vehicles rescued after snow clearance from road.

This is the preliminary info. Figures may change over a period of time as rescue operations continue and when more clarity emerges