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Sikkim: 16 soldiers killed after a truck slid down a slope. Details

Rafia Tasleem

Dec 23, 2022 10:19 GMT

Sikkim: On Friday, December 23, 16 soldiers were killed in North Sikkim when an army truck slid off a cliff in Zema. The army truck was a part of a convoy of three vehicles that had departed Chatten in the morning and was headed toward Thangu. The car made a fast curve while travelling to Zema and skidded down a steep hill.

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Rajnath Singh took to Twitter to pay condolences

Deeply pained by the loss of lives of the Indian Army personnel due to a road accident in North Sikkim.

The nation is deeply grateful for their service and commitment. My condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the speedy recovery of those who are injured.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 23, 2022

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Indian Army issues statement

"A rescue mission was immediately launched, and four injured soldiers have been air evacuated. Unfortunately, three Junior Commissioned Officers and 13 soldiers succumbed to the injuries sustained in the accident. Indian Army stands firm with the bereaved families, at this hour of loss," according to a statement the Army issued.

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