Indian Army rescues three Chinese nationals in north Sikkim; provides food, medical assistance

Three Chinese nationals were rescued by the Indian Army who lost their way in Plateau area of North Sikkim at an altitude of 17,500 feet. The incident happened on September 3.

"Realising danger to the lives of the Chinese citizens which included two men and one woman in sub zero temperatures, the soldiers of Indian Army immediately reached out and provided medical assistance including oxygen, food and warm clothes to protect  them from the vagaries of extreme altitude and harsh climatic conditions," a statement from the army said.

मानवता सर्वोपरि#IndianArmy extends help and #Medical assistance to stranded #Chinese citizens at the India - China Border of #NorthSikkim at altitude of 17,500 feet under extreme climatic conditions.

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— ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) September 5, 2020

The troops also gave them appropriate guidance to reach their destination after which they moved back. The Chinese citizens expressed their  gratitude to India and the Indian Army for their prompt assistance.