Twenty-three Indian troops were reported missing on Wednesday after a flash flood resulting from sudden heavy rainfall in the northeastern state of Sikkim, according to a defense spokesperson.
Footage by ANI in India depicted a swollen Teesta River in Singtam, with individuals navigating flooded footpaths.
The surge of water submerged several vehicles following the release of water from a dam, added the defense spokesperson.
Rescue operations in the area were being impeded by intermittent rain and thundershowers, disclosed an army official to Reuters, who spoke on condition of anonymity.
